to ee ay internationally in the sulphur, sulphuric Ce ed eae a ae worldwide, Founded in 1891, Lewis OO eee _for pumps and valves in thes ee aa a ae ea OT ae Te a ee cece ET ea a aoe! Pony) ET eeaheaer Erne et Ea eS BO rence nT area aa oe centrifugal and axial flow pump: ee cy Pe ee een ae Pec ee LEP Ce ee replacement parts within 72 hours 10 most international airports. Senior er eRe Re en ee nariety of operations, maintenance & installation questions, eat are) ora LEAR TIQUIOee PU mes Cd Te TT Drawing upon metallurgical experience gained during decades of operation as a manufacturer of pumping equipment for sulphuric acid manufacture, Chas. S. Lewis & Company introduced the first LEWMET alloy in 1971 for use in high- performance pump components. This alloy - LEWMET 33 - was specifically designed to provide superior erosion resistance combined with outstanding corrosion resistance in the operating environment of contact process sulphuric acid producing plants. Having seen the superior performance of LEWMET 33 in the difficult service conditions of the typical absorbing tower circulating pump, knowledgeable plant operators soon recognized the problem-solving potential of LEWMET alloys in other applications. CORROSION RATE MILS PER YEAR GHM/YEAR> ; cal =| TES PRODUCTS FOR .50, PANT [scene a vane sranee A wamriecton cut |! pump suction Sine mt ais camer ENaC caren Ho tarot RE Vom fT cme EF _ conte maou & [APPROXINATE CORROSION RATE CURVES FOR VARIOUS ALLOY COMPOSITIONS IN 98% HaSO4 @ 16cr~16Mo-Soni «ALLOY C> © vewer" Layer) CTT g baw AE) ira a aod ease eo tC) ) for your metallurgical ae eeBuilding on its own prior experience of manufacturing Used for applications in ‘which the impurities in ty suiphur wil rest in unacceptable wear or heavy-duty sulphuric acid pumps, Lewis Pumps began production of vertical submerged molten sulphur pumps in 1940, Combining expertise in pump hydraulics, metallurgy and mechanical engineering, Lewis now offers a family of steam- fouling of submenzed - bearing clearances. jacketed sulphur pumps to meet a diversity of applications for cane ae Pee ‘valable in standard the production, transfer, and processing of sulphur from its ee points of production (from mineral or hydrocarbon sources) to for most applications, the major points of use in sulphuric acid plants. Bees ease Used for relatively clean ‘sulphur applications. Can be supplied in setting lengths up to 7000mm beneath the coverplate with a one-piece shaft design. ats aad LEWIS can supply a vertical submerged pump for every sulphur application.Lewis manufactured its first sulphuric acid valve in 1975, continuing a specialization in sulphuric acid equipment which began in 1914, Today, Lewis has established itself as a leader in the design and ‘manufacture of piping and control valves for sulphuric acid applications. With material selections featuring the proprietary LEWMETT alloys to provide maximum corrosion resistance, the mechanical engineering concepts embodied in Lewis valves assure the plane operator of consistent flow control in high temperature sulphuric acid and oleum, + All LEWMET construction. Sizes V/2" - 4” (15-100). * Alloyed iron body, LEWMET dises and seats. Sizes 6” - 30” (150-750mm) * AIL LEWMET construction {for control service. + Sizes 4” - 24” (100-600mm). Errand © AIL LEWMET construction- ploe o1nydjns 103 SaAjeA SIMA ‘modified parabolic port. * Sizes 1/2" - 6” (15-150mm). ‘Typically, LEWMET pump impellers operate successfully with acid velocities ofien exceeding 30 meters! second at the impeller exit. Although eq] the flow through piping in a sulphuric acid plane is generally imited to 2-3 meters! second, the velocity may be many times that value in the intricate passageways of a valve ‘Thus, Lewis valves featuring LEWMETT alloy are providing owners with unequalled performance ol ery ves & ae vven E ote vere in sulphuric acid plant operations.Lewis manufactured its frst sulphuric acid pump in 1914, beginning a specialization which has continued to the present time. Today, the company is the world’s acknowledged leader in che design and manufacture of pumping equipment for sulphur chemistry applications. With material selections featuring the proprietary LEWMET alloys to provide maximum corrosion resistance, the hydraulic and mechanical engineering concepts embodied in Lewis Pumps assure the plant operator of outstanding performance and reliability in high temperature sulphuric acid and oleum. MECHANICAL FEATURES + Heavy-duty construction specifically developed for superior service In strong sulphuric acid and oleum. + Hardenable LEWMET nickel-chrome alloy used for critical wearing parts subjected to high velocities, corrosion and abrasion. * Specialy formulated Alloy 20 shafts of premium yield strength, precision straightened and fitted with PTFE cover for high temperature applications. One-piece shafts provide highest available standards of straightness ‘and balance for smoath operation. + Casing and other heavy wetted parts of Lewis exclusive alloyed iron incorporating generous corrosion allowances for lon life. * Twin-olute casing and balanced wear ring designs reduce hydraulic loadings, minimizing shaft deflection while prolonging the life of ‘wearing parts and ball bearings. GENERAL DESIGN CONCEPT Because of the dangers [Bien Pours coveRce Cla i + sa tere areucaTions inherent in pumping hot concentrated sulphutic acid, Lewis supplies only vertical aNT pumps for this service; zx = aT F the fluid pumped never i couches the shaft stuffing o 7 7 box, thereby avoiding the safety and environmental problems associated with horizontal pumps. Lewis vertical pumps are safe for your operators and safe for the environment.VEL MeIe CL ecco emery Met eee yp bet AS a metallurgically-based manufacturer of pumps used in the production of fertilizer acids, Lewis first began developing alloys for P205 service in 1957. Today, Lewis can select from a wide range of materials, including both commercially available alloys as well as the proprietary LEWMET alloys which have been specifically designed to provide maximum performance in acids containing high levels of fluorine and chlorine. Both austenitic alloys, providing the highest degree of corrosion resistance, and duplex alloys, exhibiting superior performance in the more abrasive environments, are available, Peace med * Used for phosphoric acid ‘concentration in vacuum ‘evaporation circuits and in flash cooler service, requiring high flows at low pumping pressures. MECHANICAL FEATURES + Rugged construction - all cast pump ‘components of highest integrity - no weldments for size through 900mm. + One-piece precision-bored bearing, hhousing, registered to elbow, positions rotating element for | ‘ALLOY, SELECTION GUIDE ‘smmooth trouble-ree operation. + Separate elbow and casing design assures easy field alignment of ‘pump with drive belts in place. eee Ee) Reon errs ir aaa Pomme ti asta cee) TeaD In vETERS * Used in both filter-feed and filtrate applications where abrasion may be a problem. + Available in standard setting lengths up to 2150mm for both submerged ‘and external mounting. MECHANICAL FEATURES + Heavy-duty construction - ‘no submerged bearings. * Double volute casing balances radial reactions and minimizes shaft deflection. + External shaft adjustment to renew Impeller clearance, maintaining capacity and efficiency. ores ren) otis