Whether you are working toward maximizing barite recovery or looking to get the most out of your “zero-discharge” closed-loop system, KEMTRON’s field proven solids control and dewatering centrifuges are a perfect choice. With over 450 units installed worldwide, KEMTRON introduces its newest member to its line-up of high-quality, oil-field engineered centrifuges, the KT-1967.
Power and Performance
KEMTRON’s KT-1967 is fitted with an off-set, energy-efficient 100 hp main drive and a direct-coupled 30 hp back-drive. The 100 hp main drive can operate the centrifuge up to a maximum speed of 3,400 rpms, generating more than 3,000 G’s of force.
The off-set configuration allows direct access to the motor and belts for efficient maintenance, and provides for a greater shaft-to-shaft centerline distance, allowing operators to select from a myriad of sheave configurations. The offset main-drive also achieves a shorter end-to-end centrifuge length and lower center of gravity, therefore providing a greater level of installation flexibility.
The 30 hp back-drive generates an industry-leading level of torque, therefore allowing for higher solids loading. When combined with an 80:1 gear box, KEMTRON’s KT-1967 achieves a wide speed differential, which ultimately translates into a larger performance window. This performance window is what grants the KT-1967 maximum flexibility when managing the solid/liquid cut-point and the moisture content of discharged solids. Whether being operated as a barite recovery centrifuge, or as the cornerstone of a closed-loop dewatering system, KEMTRON’s KT-1967 has been designed to perform.
Designed to Last
The KT-1967 utilizes a 360 degree discharge port arrangement. By using eight, "wide-mouth”, tungsten carbide discharge ports and plows, the KT-1967 is capable of handling large volumes of erosive solids. This same consideration was given to the internal flights. The internal flights are lined with tungsten carbide tiles along their entire length, extending the KT-1967’s ability to manage erosive solids. The KT-1967 bowl is machined from stainless steel in a “split-bowl” configuration. By using a split-bowl, the solids end, which experiences the greatest level of wear, can be replaced without requiring replacement of the entire rotating assembly. To protect the upper cover from the radial discharge of solids, a 180 degree radial, protective deflector plate has been installed. The deflector plate is easily replaced and eliminates the potential of the top cover being eroded by solids discharge.
Control System
The mechanical variable control drive system can be upgraded to KEMTRON’s proprietary variable frequency control drive system, therefore allowing the operator to change the centrifuge from a “barite recovery” to “ultra-fine solids removal” system with the flip of a switch. Feedback sensors, alarms, and factory set “recipes” all of which are fully integrated into a touch-screen graphical user interface. The operator may employ a factory-installed recipe or change the system preferences, as needed, to optimize performance. As an added benefit, each control system allows for data collection and the ability for users to download performance data.