Not all AODD pumps get a fancy name on the product tag, but it would be disrespectful to our metallic flap valve pump to simply assign it a number. BEAST, aptly named, has teeth in applications where other pumps don’t. Sporting a two-inch port, the metal flap inside BEAST make it capable of handling solids in slurries nearly two inches in diameter. That’s top-tier performance in the pumping world. Built to be lightweight, with handles for carrying, and an upgraded design for easy maintenance and serviceability, it’s no wonder BEAST is rapidly growing in popularity in the most challenging pumping applications.
That’s what we’re all about at SANDPIPER. Our team has decades of experience designing pumps to be problem solvers. Year after year we visit our customers in the field to hear first-hand the pros and cons they’re experiencing implementing our pumps in hundreds of applications. Then we take that data back and get to work building pumps for the future.
As mentioned, the metallic flap valve is just one of the elements included in BEAST that give it a competitive edge. The other features of this standout pump include:
BEAST also features top suction / bottom discharge ports allowing for the easy passage of settling solids, making it the ideal choice in slurry applications. It also boasts a thicker chamber wall for enhanced abrasion resistance on the wetted side of the pump.
Available in multiple material configurations including stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum, and polypropylene, BEAST is available to tackle whatever your harshest pumping application can throw at it.
Flap valves aren’t unique to BEAST, but the one it is equipped with is unmatched in the marketplace. A fully metal construction, this flap is more abrasion and chemical resistant, more robust, and built to last. Every millimeter of detail, every ounce of material, every curve, angle and profile are engineered to the most critical spec to give the highest performance and durability possible. The unique ridge in the center of the flap is designed for a specific center of gravity that enables the flap to open and close more smoothly than other flaps. This maximizes pump capacity and boosts fluid efficiency, providing a clean open and closed valve when appropriate. That positive seal when closed and maximum angle when opened is the secret to BEAST’s ability to pass solids as large as its port.
It requires a certain degree of grit and sophistication to understand how to safely and effectively venture underground to harvest the coal that supplies so much of the energy needed to maintain the electrical grid around the world. Those mines are no place for the faint of heart, and those workers need a pump built of the same stuff. A primary application where BEAST is employed down in coal mines is in the dewatering process.
Removing the accumulated water from the face of mines ensures a cleaner, safer work environment for the extraction of the coal. But there’s a problem. Much of that water is solid-laden and may contain corrosive acid. That’s where BEAST has clawed it’s way to the front of the line, eager for the chance to tackle the unforgiving job of dewatering.
One customer required a pump built to the following criteria:
The results were shocking. The customer went from a pump that would last fewer than 7 days in use before needing some sort of repair to operating for over 4 months and counting without a single product failure. The port orientation of top suction and bottom discharge completely eliminated persistent issues with clogging while dealing with those solids-laden fluids that have chunks of coal and coal residue in them. Furthermore, the stainless-steel construction of the flap valve and seats performed far better than traditional ball valve pumps in holding up to the abrasive slurries commonly encountered during the mine dewatering process.
The polypropylene pump housing was excellent in resisting chemical breakdown due to the acidic mine water and also cut down on the build up of mineral deposits tremendously compared to metal pump counterparts. All of these improvements and beneficial features are made all the more impactful by the peace of mind provided to the maintenance team due to the ease of maintenance at the core of BEAST engineering. The clean out caps, in the unlikely event of a clog, would make maintenance and repair a breeze, drastically reducing down time and increasing productivity for the team of people working at the face of the mine itself.
BEAST is truly for more than just mining applications. Anywhere a pump might encounter solid materials in fluid, or slurries with tiny potentially abrasive grit like sand, that’s where BEAST eats its lunch. A great example of this is in sump applications. A buildup of debris-filled water could easily clog other pumps, but the unique design of the flap valve inside BEAST enables it to handle those tricky situations with ease. Leaf clumps, dirt, small twigs, sticks, stones, gravel, etc. None of those can stand in its way.
Another great use for BEAST is in meat/poultry processing. When dealing with the biproducts of meat processing and packaging, any fluids could quite easily have some solids in the mix. Some examples of these applications include:
BEAST is a tremendous pump in our lineup for the applications mentioned above as well as many others. While BEAST stands above the rest in these applications, it is just one in a wide range of pumps in our lineup. Use the pump selection tool to help you find the right pump for your application and check out the pumps page to learn more about its capabilities. You can also look through the Chemical Compatibility Guide for details on materials of construction in various specialty applications. For testimonials about how our pumps have served other customers just like you, check out our case studies, and feel free contact us at any time if you have additional questions.