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Smith & Loveless Inc’\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump<\/a><\/strong> is engineered for handling wastewater grit slurry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Engineered for superior performance, the\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump is available in 4-inch and 6-inch models and supports flow rates up to 500 GPM (32.5 L\/s). Its advanced design includes a Ni-Hard recessed impeller and pump volute that are strategically positioned away from the abrasive flow path, extending pump life and ensuring sustained grit pumping reliability. Vertical pump construction eliminates many performance issues common in horizontal pump configurations, such as premature wear, grit deposition between cycles, and maintenance-intensive components like v-belts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The PISTA TURBO Grit Pump<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump offers unmatched versatility with both remote-mounted, flooded suction and top-mounted, vacuum-primed configurations. Top-mounted designs offer space-saving benefits, eliminate the need for costly pump rooms, and can be paired with Smith & Loveless’ pre-engineered\u00a0PISTA\u00a0PRO-PAK\u00a0for weather-resistant installations in colder climates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built with heavy-duty, oversized stainless-steel shafts and bearings, the pump delivers long-lasting service. The simple vertical orientation enhances serviceability, with fast impeller access requiring removal of only four to 8 cap screws, depending on the model size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump supports intermittent operation, controlled by time or differential settings, minimizing energy consumption and wear. An optional Storm Mode configuration allows for dual pump setups that feed dual\u00a0PISTA\u00a0Grit Concentrators for redundancy and increased operational resilience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Smith & Loveless Inc’\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump is engineered for handling wastewater grit slurry. Engineered for superior performance, the\u00a0PISTA\u00a0TURBO\u00a0Grit Pump is available in 4-inch and 6-inch models and supports flow rates up to 500 GPM (32.5 L\/s). 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