Cooling Tower Pump

(Pumping System for Cooling Towers)

What is a Cooling Tower Pump?

A cooling tower pump is a critical component of industrial cooling systems, widely used in petrochemical, steel, refinery, power plant, and process industries to transfer cooled water to the top of cooling towers. These pumps deliver high flow rate and pressure, moving cold water from collection basins to the top of the tower. After cooling through contact with ambient air or cooling media, the water returns to the system, enabling continuous heat removal from industrial equipment.

Structure and Design of Cooling Tower Pumps

Cooling tower pumps are typically centrifugal pumps and can be designed as either vertical or horizontal depending on process requirements and operational conditions.

Key Components:

• Casing: Encloses the pump and directs the fluid while maintaining internal pressure.
• Impeller: Designed blades that generate dynamic pressure and propel the fluid.
• Shaft and Coupling: Transmit power from the motor to the impeller while minimizing vibrations and lateral forces.
• Bearings: Upper and lower bearings support radial and axial loads.
• Mechanical Seal: Prevents leakage under high pressure and operational temperatures; commonly made of graphite or durable alloys.
• Electric Motor: Provides the required power to achieve the desired flow and pressure.

Operation and Working Mechanism

1. Fluid Entry: Cooling water or process fluid enters the pump from the basin.
2. Pressure and Head Increase: The impeller pressurizes the fluid and directs it toward the outlet.
3. Transfer to Cooling Tower: Water is pumped to the top of the cooling tower, where it releases heat absorbed from industrial equipment via air or cooling media.
4. Return Flow: After temperature reduction, water returns to the basin, and the cooling cycle continues.

This mechanism ensures that water can travel long distances and heights with sufficient pressure, allowing continuous and efficient cooling of industrial systems.

Industrial Capacity and Performance

• Flow Capacity: Up to 4,500 m³/h, depending on model and type.
• Operating Pressure: Adjusted according to tower height and system resistance.
• Hydraulic Efficiency: Optimized impeller and casing design minimize pressure losses and energy consumption.
• Continuous Operation: Suitable for 24/7 industrial applications with minimal maintenance requirements.

Features and Advantages

• Ability to handle high flow rates with adequate pressure and head.
• Reduces equipment temperature while maintaining process safety.
• High durability and long service life using corrosion- and wear-resistant materials (316L Stainless Steel, Duplex Steel).
• Adjustable flow rate and pressure according to operational requirements.
• Available in both vertical and horizontal configurations to suit installation space and process needs.

Manufacturing and Assembly at Hamgam Sanat

All stages of design, fabrication, assembly, and quality control of cooling tower pumps are performed by Hamgam Sanat Knowledge-Based Company. These pumps are supplied under the “Made in Iran – Hamgam Sanat” brand.

With high engineering standards, optimized hydraulic efficiency, and long lifespan, these pumps provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for industrial cooling systems across various sectors.