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The construction industry and local government bodies are gearing up for the boom in infrastructure after the green light to increase the economy after Corona. Dust suppression is a major environmental site problem with Workplace Health and Safety keeping strict rules in place. Australian Pump Industries are a supplier of pumps to tanker manufacturers. They have seen an increase in demand recently through their dealer network Australia wide. Hindmarsh Shire Council, located in the Wimmera region in western Victoria, uses several trucks a week on a rotational basis. Their ability to perform roadwork tasks is provided by galvanised steel tankers holding up to 22,000 litres. The tanks are equipped with an Aussie high volume, high pressure, 3” diesel drive pump. The big 3” pump has excellent self-priming characteristics enabling the tanker to load from creeks, streams or dams where necessary. “These pumps will suck through a vertical lift of up to 8.4 metres,” said Aussie Pumps’ Brad Farrugia. “The pump boasts flows of up to 1,100 lpm. Maximum head is 50 metres, that’s 75psi, providing loads of pressure for spray heads and dribble bar,” he said. The pump is powered by a Kubota 0C95 9.5hp air-cooled diesel engine with integrated solenoid. A remote control is used for each sprayer. The pumps and tanks are aligned in terms of capacity, size and suitability, adding to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the system. “We wanted equipment that won’t fail in the field and were impressed by Aussie Pumps' five-year pump end warranty,” said Hindmarsh Council’s Joel Schulze. “We knew we needed a 3” pump that would be able to provide fast fill capability and consistent pressure when required,” he said. 26
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“We wanted equipment that won’t fail in the field and were impressed by Aussie Pumps' five-year pump end warranty.”
Further information is available from Australian Pump Industries’ website: www.aussiepumps.com.au
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