DESMI launches mag-drive centrifugal pumps

The Denmark based manufacturer claims that the use of a magnetic coupling means that the pump chamber is completely sealed, which lowers the risk of methanol leakage to almost zero. DESMI notes that this is particularly important for methanol fuel supply systems owing to methanol’s toxic and highly flammable properties. The new DESMI mag-drive centrifugal pump is applicable for methanol fuel systems on newbuild dual-fuel ships, but can also be retrofitted to existing vessels.

The new pump is specifically designed for marine applications and has received class approvals and certifications from a number of classification societies, including ABS, BV, CCS, DNV, KR, and LR.

Built for compliance with the IGF Code, it is designed to meet the rigorous safety standards for ships using gases or other low-flashpoint fuels, and for installation in ATEX zone I if required. The supplier, DESMI, notes that a built-in temperature sensor detects overheating, while a leakage sensor can be specified.

“We can supply pumps for the entire fuel pathway from bunkering vessel to engine room,” explains Martin Bro. “In addition to mag-drive centrifugal pumps for methanol transportation, we offer pumps for applications such as boosting, draining, and water heating. And we always look beyond the pumps and work with our partners and customers to design a solution that fits the specific requirements to the letter.”