the Alfa Laval twin screw pump designed for process flexibility to handle both product transfer and cleaning in place with the ability to move seamlessly between the two consisting of multiple model sizes with various screw pitch options to cover a wide performance envelope allowing for multiple applications superior suction performance provides for installation flexibility and increased project recovery making it ideal for emptying both portable containers like IBC's or totes as well as static suction vessels an excellent mps h characteristic minimizes the risk of cavitation the Alfa Laval twin screw pump ensures smooth and gentle operation and can handle multiple process media of varying viscosities its superior solids handling capability also reduces the risk of project damage thereby improving the product quality a low pulsation characteristic reduces the potential for project damage whilst minimizing noise and vibration extending component life and pump reliability in addition to process media the Alfa Laval twin screw pump can also handle CIP duty by simply increasing pump operation speed this simplifies piping and control complexity reducing associated costs whilst minimizing potential contamination points the Alfa Laval twin screw pump is also able to transfer liquids that contain a high percentage content of entrained air or gas the optimized design carrying approvals including ehe DG 3a and FD a reduces contamination risks and CIP cycle times cutting cleaning and waste management costs a uniquely designed cartridge seal fully surrounded by high-velocity CIP media ensures effective cleaning profiles elastomers in the pump ensure faster easier cleaning thereby eliminating any risk of cross-contamination the Alfa Laval twin screw pump is both practical and hygienic designed for quick and easy maintenance changing the shaft seals with the pump in position is simple maximising process uptime and minimizing total cost of ownership incorporating the unique Alfa Laval twin screw cartridge seal a truly front loading seal easily accessed by removing the retention screws and simply pulling out of the seal housing there are three options for the Alfa Laval twin screw cartridge seal single single flush and double each has a range of seal faces and elastomers to meet various application needs retrofitting from a single - single flush or double seal is easy should the pump application change the user can simply change sealing solution providing full process flexibility seal replacement is simply pushed in without the need for manual setting using either a new cartridge or a previously used seal refurbished utilising a seal service kit optimized screw design with three pitch variants provides the user with process flexibility to appropriately select according to flow pressure and solids handling requirements the Alfa Laval twin screw pump is designed with easy screw timing in mind this can be done in position without the need to drain the gearbox oil or removal of coupling and motor timing gears are easily access to our removal of the gearbox top cover screw timing is achieved by a simplified procedure through easy adjustment of the timing gears whilst measuring clearance between the screws a rigid and robust all stainless steel gearbox prolongs component lifetime and reliability increases process uptime and reduces maintenance cost the timing gear is located between bearings to optimize the bearing span this balance is loading on the shaft assembly reducing vibration and noise further extending component lifetime the design of the oil chamber enhances the lubrication of the bearings and gears this reduces the gearbox running temperature increasing workplace safety bearing life and pump reliability designed a precision engineered by Alfa Laval using decades of proven technology hygienic flexible easy to service and reliable the Alfa Laval twin screw pump joins a broad hygienic pump portfolio including centrifugal self priming rotary lobe and circumferential piston technologies this comprehensive pump portfolio lets you optimize your process by choosing the best pump to meet your process and application needs complete just became more complete backed by the global coverage with local presence offering sales and service support Alfa Laval pumps are tailored to meet local specifications for many applications the Alfa Laval twin screw pump delicately robust