KAMAT is a global provider of high-pressure solutions for process technology. Since 1974, we have developed plunger pumps at our Witten, Germany site that outperform standard solutions. Our systems are designed for continuous (24/7) operation in the chemical, petrochemical, and process engineering industries.
Core Applications of the Process Industry
KAMAT high-pressure solutions are used in critical infrastructures worldwide. We cover the entire spectrum of modern process engineering:
- Chemical Industry: High-pressure injection for LDPE production (over 2,000 bar), precise catalyst dosing, and the safe transport of liquid ammonia using hermetic sealing systems.
- Energy & Environment: High-performance pumps for seawater desalination (reverse osmosis) made of corrosion-resistant super duplex, as well as solutions for the production of innovative fuels (e-fuels).
- Oil & Gas: Reliable glycol injection for hydrate prevention in pipelines and efficient wellbore injections under extreme offshore conditions.
- Special Processes: Transport of supercritical CO2 and handling of “dirty” fluids with high particle tolerance (up to 350 µm).
Technical Excellence for Complex Media
In process engineering, maintaining the integrity of the medium is crucial. KAMAT pumps are characterized by unique technological features that directly contribute to process reliability. Our systems are designed to convey media where standard solutions fail:
- Aggressive & toxic media: Through leak-free sealing systems and the use of high-purity, stainless steels.
- Abrasive fluids: Our valve designs enable the conveyance of particles up to 350 µm.
- Extreme viscosities and temperatures: Safe operation up to 2,000 mPas and media temperatures of up to 200 °C.
- Fluid gases: Special solutions for liquid CO2 or ammonia.
Why Choose KAMAT for High-Pressure Process Technology?
Modular Design and Material Purity
Our pumps are based on a unique modular system. This means quick adaptation to your operating point and minimal variety of spare parts. Important for sensitive processes: KAMAT does not use coatings. All parts that come into contact with the medium are made of solid, forged stainless steel, which categorically rules out process contamination from flaking layers.
Quintuplex technology: Gentle Power
We rely on our five-plunger technology (Quintuplex) for processes that require minimal pressure pulsation. The higher overlap of the flow rates significantly reduces pulsation compared to triplex pumps. This protects your pipes, reactors, and sensitive sensors, often eliminating the need for external pulsation dampers.
API 674 & International Standards
We speak the language of industry. KAMAT process pumps are consistently designed in accordance with API 674. We also comply with globally required standards, such as ATEX, MA (mining), and EAC.
Frequently Asked Questions About KAMAT Process Technology
Thanks to the use of high-quality stainless steel and the absence of coatings, KAMAT pumps can handle a wide range of critical media. These include liquid CO₂, ammonia, glycol, various acids and alkalis, and abrasive fluids. Our pumps are designed for media temperatures up to 200°C and viscosities up to 2,000 mPas.
Yes. To meet the rigorous demands of the oil, gas, and chemical industries, we manufacture high-pressure plunger pumps that fully comply with API 674 standards. These pumps are designed for 24/7 operation and offer maximum reliability with minimal maintenance.
Our pump heads have a high particle tolerance. Thanks to our unique valve designs, we can pump fluids containing solid particles up to 350 µm in size without causing excessive wear. This makes them ideal for industrial processes involving "dirty" fluids.
With a mechanical efficiency of over 90%, KAMAT plunger pumps are among the most efficient systems on the market. Since they are positive displacement pumps, they remain efficient over a wide speed range (optimized for VFD/FU operation 1:10), significantly reducing operating costs (OPEX).
The modular system allows us to tailor pumps to specific operating points (pressure and volume flow). Standardized components, such as pump heads and gear reductions, not only shorten delivery times, but also simplify spare parts management, since many parts are identical across different pump sizes.
Yes. Our pumps are characterized by very low NPSHr values. This is achieved through large valves and optimized flow channels, which minimize the risk of cavitation, even under difficult suction conditions.
We prioritize a “small footprint” in our designs. Many of our models (e.g., the M series) can be exclusively maintained from above. Heavy lifting equipment or hydraulic screwdriving tools are generally not required, significantly reducing downtime.
