Finish Thompson Inc. Showcases SP Series Self-Priming Mag-Drive Pumps For Water And Wastewater Treatment

Engineered for rapid startup, lower maintenance costs, and safer above-grade chemical transfer

Finish Thompson Inc. (FTI), an international leader in the corrosive chemical transfer industry, highlights its SP Series pumps, a highly efficient self-priming pump designed for transferring corrosive chemicals and dense fluids, ensuring safe and reliable fluid handling across various stages of production or treatment processes. The pumps are ideally suited for water and wastewater treatment due to their self-priming feature, which allows fluids to be pulled from the top of bulk storage tanks and eliminates the need for bulkhead fittings in tanks. They can also be used as continuous sampling pumps to monitor the process. A strong power-to-energy consumption ratio reduces short- and long-term operational costs for end-users.

The SP Series offers up to 50 percent faster startup times compared to standard end-suction pumps that require external priming. The pumps can reach full operation significantly faster, achieving 18 feet of priming in just 90 seconds, which enhances operational productivity and reduces downtime.

By eliminating the need for manual priming, vacuum pumps, and foot valves, the SP Series reduces maintenance time and costs throughout the pump's lifecycle. On average, these self-priming pumps provide 30 percent lower maintenance costs, translating into reduced short-term and long-term operational expenses for end-users.

The SP Series pumps feature deep-lift capabilities of up to 25 feet, ensuring superior fluid transfer performance. Unlike standard pumps, SP pumps can operate from dry, above-grade installations, making them ideal for applications with deep sumps or challenging installation requirements.

Enhanced safety is another key advantage of the SP Series. The pumps are often installed above the fluid, reducing the risk of hazardous exposure or spillage in chemical or wastewater operations. The sealless mag-drive design enhances operational efficiency and ensures lower maintenance requirements and extended longevity. Furthermore, the mag-drive technology offers run-dry capabilities, providing added insurance against operator errors or system upsets.

Improved reliability stems from the SP Series pumps' ability to perform consistently in harsh environments and variable duty cycles, ensuring long-term performance and reducing the risk of failure.

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About Finish Thompson, Inc
Finish Thompson Inc. (FTI), an international leader in the corrosive chemical transfer industry, has been dedicated to its customers’ needs since 1951. For 75 years, FTI has fostered a culture of foresight and adaptability to stay in touch with industry trends and growth. Today, we manufacture more than 10 different lines of pumps, including drum and barrel pumps, centrifugal pumps, and air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps. FTI is proud to serve distributors and customers on six continents and support more than 50 different industries across the globe.