Sizing pump:

1. Minimum transport velocity needed – plus safety factor

2. High velocity = high pressure drop – thus more work/pump power needed
3. Function of
a. Slip conditions
b. Pipe size
c. Piping design i.e. recirculation loop to ensure slurry movement)
d. Static head & available NPSH
e. Solid characteristics – hard, abrasive, corrosive?