PRODUCTION PROCESS OPTIMISATION
BOXER 502 double-diaphragm pump for alcohol in a pharmaceutical plant
DISCOVERCompany profile
The client company operates in the pharmaceutical sector and specialises in the production of liquid solutions and chemical-pharmaceutical intermediates intended for subsequent mixing, filling and packaging processes. The plant features automated lines for handling solvents and alcoholic mixtures, with high standards of safety, quality control and process traceability.
- CLIENTPharmaceutical company
- INDUSTRYPharmaceutical / fine chemicals
- SOLUTIONDouble-diaphragm pneumatic pumps
- MODELBOXER 502
- NUMBER OF UNITS3 pumps
Application of the BOXER 502: double-diaphragm pump for alcohol
The three BOXER 502 double-diaphragm pumps for alcohol are used for the circulation and recirculation of the liquid within the process circuit, enabling the transfer of the solvent between storage tanks, distribution lines and points of use. The application requires the controlled handling of a volatile and flammable fluid, with the need to maintain continuous circulation and stability throughout the various production stages. The low viscosity of ethyl alcohol facilitates transfer, but at the same time requires a reliable solution suitable for use in industrial settings where safety, material compatibility and consistent operation are fundamental aspects. The use of multiple pumps allows for flexible circuit management, improving plant availability and offering greater operational continuity even during scheduled maintenance or changes in production requirements.
Operating conditions of the BOXER 502 ethyl alcohol recirculation pumps
During the production cycle, the three pumps operate according to the plant’s varying requirements, alternating or working in parallel to maintain the correct circulation of the solvent. The double-diaphragm pneumatic technology allows operation to be adapted to the flow rate and pressure variations typical of batch or semi-continuous processes. Control via a pneumatic supply also allows for simple and immediate management of the pump’s performance, without the need for electric motors fitted directly to the pump unit. The multi-pump configuration helps to increase system availability, reducing the risk of plant downtime and ensuring greater flexibility in the management of process lines.
Why choose the BOXER 502 as an aluminium pump for alcohol
The customer required a reliable solution for handling ethyl alcohol, capable of ensuring operational continuity, safe operation and flexibility of use within a plant characterised by variable production cycles. It was essential to adopt a pump compatible with the handling of highly volatile solvents, easily integrable into the existing plant and suitable for a configuration with multiple operating units. The decision to implement a robust aluminium alcohol pump such as the BOXER 502 was driven by its winning combination of reliability, simple construction, ease of pneumatic adjustment and the option for modular management of the circulation circuit.
Results achieved with ethyl alcohol pumps
The installation of the three BOXER 502 pumps has enabled the circulation of ethyl alcohol within the plant to be managed effectively and safely, ensuring continuity of service and greater operational flexibility. The multi-pump configuration has improved the system’s overall availability, allowing for more controlled management of the solvent across the various production stages. Furthermore, the ability to alternate or combine the operation of the pumps has helped to reduce the risk of downtime and simplify maintenance activities. Thanks to this specific double-diaphragm pump for alcohol, the plant has benefited from a robust, modular and easily manageable technological solution, perfectly suited to the stringent requirements for solvent handling in the pharmaceutical sector.
