Franklin Fueling Systems replaced several of the materials which make up the components used in the submersible turbine pumps with those that are resistant to corrosion in applications containing ethanol content up to 85%. These enhancements to the pumps include replacing soft or yellow metals with stainless steel as well as replacing the materials used to fabricate gaskets with other fuel resistant materials.
Jay Walsh, vice president of Business Development for Franklin Fueling Systems said: “There is a certain peace of mind that comes with a third-party approval like the UL listing. Our customers know that our equipment has been put through some very demanding testing in order to achieve that listing. They can be confident when they put our STP (submersible turbine pumps) in the ground to pump ethanol blends that it will perform to the highest degree.”
Franklin Fueling Systems will begin shipping all AG (alcohol gas) compatible submersible turbine pumps with the UL marking and upgrades from 22 January 2010.
