Pump technology doubles the flow

One of Korea’s biggest confectionery companies, Orion, has extended its business to the international market with its popular Chocopie biscuits. Huge demand for the biscuits, particularly in China, meant Orion needed new pumping technology capable of delivering the large flow rates required to match production.

It engaged JEC to develop a PD pump for its Shenyang plant. JEC installed a large sanitary PD pump utilising the Heli-lobe rotor technology.

Generating 10 L/revolution, the system operates at a flow rate of 120,000 L/h (200 rpm), which is suitable for Orion’s application in confectionery, as well as other food, beverage and chemical duties.

Food and beverage manufacturers understand that pulsation can be harmful for a pump and system applications, creating production and maintenance issues. The Heli-lobe reduces pump pulsation significantly, operating quietly and vibration-free. This results in increased seal and wear parts life, in some cases double the time frame.