Reducing operating costs by using a purpose built flushing unit improves efficiency and speed of operation. Seawater flushing of marine hoses is usually a requirement if hose sections are to be removed from CALM or Spar oil terminals to prevent oil spillage into the marine environment.

Marine hose flushing pump

Flushing pump set

Flushing pump sets are designed to

• Rapidly flush out oil residue.
• Provide a high volume flow of seawater.
• Be readily transportable.
• Operate as self-contained units.
• Be of compact design.

Flushing pump sets typically comprise

• Single stage centrifugal pump.
• Direct drive motor.
• Pipeline end flanges and connection hoses.
• Automatically primed pump.

The specifications below are typical, and dependent on the client’s site disposition, pipelines, and pressure head at the terminal.

Flushing loading lines

Flushing floating hose string

Units are individually designed to meet customers’ specifications