 Application: Maintains a constant flow of sea water to hydraulically driven tools (bansaws, impact wrenches, etc.). This equipment is used onboard U.S. Navy ships for maintenance, repair under water search and excavation.
Where In Process?: While at sea, salt water is pumped aboard ship, filtered, and then pumped at 3000 PSIG by a Diesel Harmon 8 cylinder diaphragm pump through the Kates Flow Rate Controllers to the various tooling lines.
Why Flow Rate is Critical?: A constant flow of high pressure water is required to operate the tooling at a designated speed. Compensation for surges, caused by the diaphragm pump and from varying usage loads on the system, is needed to prevent damage to the tooling.
What Alternatives Were Considered: None.
Main Reasons for Choosing Kates: Ability to maintain a constant flow, regardless of large pressure fluctuations.
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