Pump Total Cost Analysis
Pump Total Cost Analysis evaluates the complete expenses of pump ownership, including initial purchase, installation, operation, maintenance, and energy consumption, to optimize investment decisions and enhance overall efficiency.
We Pump Solids, Not Water
About EDDY Pump
EDDY Pump Corporation is a state-of-the-art dredge pump engineering and slurry pump manufacturing company. We are committed to providing the best technology and service to our clients.We are one of the few dredge manufacturers that build both our pumps and dredging equipment to ensure optimal support.
THE EDDY PUMP
Pump Total Cost Analysis
| 4-in EDDY Pump | 4-in Leading Centrifugal Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Acquisition Cost of pump and motor | $35,000.00 | $27,500.00 |
| Equipment | 4-in EDDY Pump with motor | 4-in Leading Centrifugal Pump with motor |
| Total Cost of Replacement parts over 2 years | $0 | $17,500.00 (includes Mechanical seal and impeller) |
| Corrective Action Costs over a year (includes downtime and labor costs for changing failed parts, etc) |
$0 | $24,000.00 (includes Mechanical Seal, Impeller, Cutterteeth) |
| Total Cost of Ownership over 2 years |
$35,000.00 | $69,000.00 |
Dredge Project Consulting
- Easier to install and maintain, the horizontal slurry pump, a type of dredge pump, allows for quick access to pump components, making repair jobs straightforward. During repair jobs, pumps are completely disassembled for thorough inspection. All components are carefully inspected, and any parts not meeting standards are replaced. After reassembly, the pump is tested to ensure reliable performance. These steps help extend the service life of the hydraulic pump and maintain equipment reliability. EDDY Pump can also provide dredging project managers to oversee sediment projects and remediation projects, ensuring that all aspects of the dredging project are managed efficiently and in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Requires more room, due to its larger footprint compared to vertical
- Implementing best management practices and evaluating management alternatives are essential for effective material management in any dredging project.
Vertical Slurry Pump
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Less smaller footprint, allowing the dredge pump to be implemented in hard to reach jobs
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More versatile, can be cable hung straight down and inserted directly into medium to pump target material. The vertical slurry pump can also be used in mechanical dredging operations where minimal water addition is required.
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The vertical slurry pump is typically situated within the excavator or dredging system so that it is optimally positioned for efficient material handling and performance.
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More difficult to repair and tougher maintenance
EDDY Pump Features and Benefits
Total Life-Cycle-Cost comparison
All
- Acquisition Cost
- Equipment
- Total Cost of Replacement parts
- Corrective Action Costs
- Total Cost of Ownership
Options
- Vertical or Horizontal Mounting
- Submersible / Immersible
- Process Pump Applications
- Electric or Hydraulic Powered
- Various Metals Available
- Variable Speed Control
- Self-Priming
- Trailer / Skid Mounted
- Bearing House / Close-Coupled
- Automated Controls
Pump Features
- Premium Seal Support System
- Non-Clogging Design
- High Solids Handling
- High Viscosity and Specific Gravity
- Handling
- High Abrasives Handling
- No Critical Tolerances
- Low Maintenance
- Minimal Downtime
- Low Ownership Costs
How The Pump Works
Watch our videos showcasing Eddy Pump’s real-world performance and impressive results across various applications.
EDDY Pump vs Centrifugal Pump Video
The leading Centrifugal Pump costs twice as much as an EDDY Pump.
Long-Term Cost Consideration
Comprehensive Cost Evaluation for Long-Term Dredging Pump Efficiency and Reliability
Each of these cost factors should be carefully assessed over the anticipated lifespan of the pump. Also, it’s essential to remember that the least expensive option initially may not necessarily be the most cost-effective over time. Factors such as energy efficiency, reliability, and maintenance needs can have a significant impact on the total cost of ownership.
You may also want to consider factors like the pump’s compatibility with your system, the manufacturer’s reputation and warranty terms, and the availability of technical support and service when making your final decision.
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Both of the Eddy Brine Pumps have been operating great. Wish I could say the same about the other pumps (Chestertons’s) – 5 of 6 failed on me during my last deployment.
LCDR Donnell
Chief Engineer, US Navy, USS Kearsarge
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