GS03: Slurry Centrifugal Pump Modeling
Learn how slurry properties affect centrifugal pump performance, apply derating methods, and complete pump derating exercises.
Welcome to the Course
Learning Objectives
Course Outline
Centrifugal Pump Curve: Water Baseline
Non‑Newtonian Viscosity Correction
Solids Effects Overview
Head Ratio
Efficiency Ratio
Head Ratio = Efficiency Ratio Assumption
Derating Methods
Fixed Reduction Ratio
King Method
HI Guideline
ANSI Monosize
GIW 4CM
Derating Methods Requirement
Vsm Special Considerations
Problem Statement
Pump Data
Fluid Data
Building the Model
Model Analysis
Recommendations
Key Takeaways
Questions?