Glossary
Back pull-out design
The complete back pull-out unit can be pulled
out without having to remove the pump casing
from the piping.
Back pull-out unit
Pump without pump casing; partly completed
machinery
Certificate of decontamination
A certificate of decontamination certifies that
the pump (set) has been properly drained to
eliminate any environmental and health
hazards arising from components in contact
with the fluid handled.
Discharge line
The line which is connected to the discharge
nozzle
Hydraulic system
The part of the pump in which the kinetic
energy is converted into pressure energy
Pool of pumps
Pumps which are purchased and stored
independently of their later use
Pump
Machine without drive, additional components
or accessories
Pump set
Complete pump set consisting of pump, drive,
additional components and accessories
Suction lift line/suction head line
The line which is connected to the suction
nozzle
Glossary
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