NETZSCH Pumps USA is promoting its specialised fluid handling technologies with a focus on improving process accuracy, product quality and operational efficiency in increasingly demanding production environments.
The company's NEMO® progressing cavity pumps and PERIPRO® peristaltic pumps have been developed to handle complex slurry-based materials commonly used throughout the battery manufacturing process, including electrode slurries, electrolytes, adhesives and resins.
According to NETZSCH, the NEMO® progressing cavity pump delivers pulsation-free flow and highly accurate metering, making it particularly suitable for critical applications such as electrode coating and slurry mixing.
Consistent flow rates are essential in these processes to achieve uniform coating thicknesses and ensure reliable battery performance.
The pumps are designed to handle abrasive, viscous and high-solids materials while minimising product contamination through the use of non-metallic wetted components and lubrication-free flexible shaft options. A range of materials, including ceramic rotors and abrasion-resistant alloys, can also be specified to suit challenging process conditions. NETZSCH has also highlighted the benefits of its PERIPRO® peristaltic pump range for battery manufacturing applications. Featuring a heavy-duty hose design and flow accuracy of approximately ±1%, the pumps are capable of transferring abrasive, corrosive and shear-sensitive slurries containing up to 70% solids.
Because only the hose comes into contact with the process fluid, the design offers enhanced chemical resistance and reduced wear. The seal-less construction also prevents the release of hazardous vapours and emissions, an important consideration in battery production facilities.
The company said the PERIPRO range can deliver energy savings of up to 30% while requiring up to 90% less lubricant than conventional sliding-shoe peristaltic pumps, helping manufacturers reduce both operating costs and maintenance requirements.
NETZSCH highlights advanced pumping solutions
