Description
Viking 124E Electrically Heated Universal Seal Pump
An Alternative to Heating without Oil or Steam
Ideal for Candle Wax, Asphalt, The electrically heated pump is specifically designed to heat the asphalt within the pump, prior to start-up. Heat cartridges located on the bracket or casing heat the area behind the rotor and stuffing box. The design also uses heat cartridges installed in the head to quickly melt asphalt throughout the casing.
It is a massive advantage to melt solid material in the pump prior to startup, Viking pumps are available with traditional jacketing to circulate steam or hot oil, or with built-in electric heat cartridges. Electric heat cartridges offer a number of advantages over steam, heat transfer oils or electric heat tracing.