Chemical Processing Solutions
Aggressive-chemistry pumps, valves, tanks, and piping — plus custom-engineered scrubber systems — for chemical processing plants where material failure isn't an option.
Chemical processing plants need pumps, valves, tanks and piping whose materials match the chemistry. Standard elastomer diaphragms (EPDM, FKM, Buna-N) fail against some aggressive process chemistry, which is where PTFE becomes the specified material. LibertyCES also supplies custom-engineered scrubber systems, including a real HCl scrubber installation, and confirms compatibility before a model is specified.
Match the Material to the Chemistry, Not the Catalog
PTFE Diaphragms for Aggressive Chemistry
When elastomer diaphragms fail against aggressive process chemistry, PTFE is the material of last resort that becomes the standard — sourced to real vendor chemical-resistance documentation.
Chemical Transfer Pump Selection
A master specifier's comparison of pump architectures for aggressive-chemistry transfer — matched to fluid, concentration, and duty cycle before a model number gets picked.
Custom Chemical Scrubber Systems
A real HCl scrubber system, custom-engineered for a chemical processing facility — the design decisions and equipment specification behind an actual installed system.
Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Process Fluid Handling
cGMP, USP Class VI, and FDA-compliant equipment — sealless mag-drive pumps, lined ball valves, RO/UF/EDI systems, and sterilizing-grade filtration — for validated process lines where documented compliance credentials matter as much as material compatibility.
High-volume corrosive chemical pump: the 3-inch AODD
For bulk acid and caustic transfer, a polypropylene air-operated diaphragm pump moves volume without a seal, a motor at the tank, or a flooded suction. The FTI Air FT30P is rated to 300 gpm at 120 psi air with 0.5-inch solids handling, 28 ft of wet lift and about 140 lb on the skid.
Specific gravity and plant air decide the real flow. Run your numbers through the diaphragm pump sizing calculator before you pick the size.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is PTFE required instead of a standard elastomer diaphragm?
PTFE becomes the specified material when standard elastomers (EPDM, FKM, Buna-N) have documented compatibility failures against the specific process chemistry — it is typically the material of last resort that becomes the standard once elastomer options are exhausted.
How does LibertyCES select a pump architecture for aggressive chemical transfer?
Pump architecture is matched to the fluid chemistry, concentration, solids content, and duty cycle first — the specific model is selected only after the architecture (diaphragm, peristaltic, mag-drive, etc.) is confirmed correct for the application.
Does LibertyCES design custom chemical scrubber systems?
Yes — LibertyCES has engineered custom scrubber systems, including a documented HCl scrubber installation, matched to a facility's specific emissions profile and chemistry rather than a generic catalog unit.
What information does LibertyCES need to spec chemical processing equipment?
The specific chemical(s), concentration, temperature, flow rate, pressure, and current equipment (if replacing) — process data first, part number second.
Specifying equipment for aggressive chemistry?
Send LibertyCES the chemical, concentration, temperature, and flow — we'll confirm the material compatibility before you spec a model.
Ready to buy or need a fast answer? Call, text, or email James directly — (559) 395-5500 · [email protected].
Send James your spec
Fluid, concentration, temperature, flow or volume, and where it goes. James replies with a real answer, not a catalog page.
Reviewed by James Riggins, 30+ years specifying water and chemical process equipment · Updated