Bredel Peristaltic Hose Pumps
At Industrial Air Services, we help facilities select Bredel peristaltic hose pumps for demanding transfer, dosing and metering applications involving abrasive, corrosive, viscous or solids-laden materials.
Based in LaVergne, Tennessee, we support industrial facilities throughout Central and East Tennessee, including Nashville, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Lebanon, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga and Knoxville.
Bredel pumps keep the pumped material within a reinforced hose. No valves, mechanical seals or moving pumping components contact the fluid during normal operation. This design makes hose pumps a practical option for materials that can cause clogging, seal problems or rapid wear in other pump designs.
How Bredel Hose Pumps Work
Rotating shoes compress a reinforced hose inside the pump housing, pushing fluid toward the discharge. As the hose returns to its original shape, it creates suction that draws more material into the pump.
The hose is the primary wear component. Routine maintenance focuses on hose condition, lubricant and other scheduled checks, without the conventional wet-end rebuilds associated with some pump designs.
For facilities handling difficult fluids, this operating principle can simplify maintenance while supporting dependable transfer.
Bredel Hose Pump Series
The main Bredel hose pump series is designed for demanding applications involving:
Abrasive slurries
Sludge and wastewater solids
Corrosive chemicals
High-viscosity fluids
Pastes and process mixtures
Materials containing suspended solids
Available models cover a range of flow and pressure requirements. Selection depends on the material being pumped, the required duty cycle and the installation’s suction and discharge conditions.
Industrial Air Services can help evaluate these factors for treatment facilities, processing operations and manufacturing plants across Tennessee.
APEX Hose Pumps
APEX hose pumps are designed for low- to medium-pressure dosing, metering and transfer applications.
Their flow-per-revolution design can allow lower operating speeds for a given duty, helping manage hose wear and operating costs when the pump is properly selected.
APEX pumps are an option for facilities handling abrasive slurries or aggressive chemicals that need straightforward maintenance and dependable fluid transfer.
Bredel CIP Hose Pumps
Bredel CIP pumps accommodate processes that require clean-in-place operation. Retractable shoes release compression from the hose during cleaning, opening the flow path for the cleaning cycle.
This configuration can help simplify cleaning in suitable applications. Hose materials, cleaning chemicals, temperatures and process sanitation requirements should all be reviewed during selection.
Bredel DuCoNite and Heavy Duty Pumps
Bredel DuCoNite pumps use a corrosion-resistant, paint-free electroplated housing for demanding environments.
Bredel Heavy Duty configurations offer features intended for more challenging operating conditions. The appropriate configuration depends on the process fluid, surrounding environment and maintenance requirements.
Industrial Air Services can help discuss the application details that determine which configuration is appropriate.
Why Choose Bredel Hose Pumps?
No valves or mechanical seals in the pumping fluid path
Fluid contained within a reinforced hose
Ability to handle abrasive and viscous materials
Options for corrosive fluids and suspended solids
Self-priming operation
Dry-running capability within manufacturer operating limits
Reversible flow
Repeatable dosing and metering
Straightforward hose replacement
No seal-flush water requirement
Bredel Hose Pump Applications
Bredel pumps can be considered for applications where fluid characteristics make conventional pumping difficult, including:
Sludge transfer at wastewater facilities
Abrasive slurry movement
Chemical dosing and transfer
Thickened process fluids
Solids-bearing waste streams
Viscous product transfer
Proper sizing requires more than a target flow rate. Solids size, abrasiveness, viscosity, temperature, suction conditions and operating hours all affect pump and hose selection.
Hose Pump Support Across Central and East Tennessee
Industrial Air Services supports facilities in Davidson, Rutherford, Wilson, Sumner and Williamson counties, along with communities throughout Central and East Tennessee.
From manufacturing operations in Nashville, LaVergne and Smyrna to processing facilities in Cookeville, Chattanooga and Knoxville, our team can help review hose pump requirements.
If you are searching for “industrial hose pumps near me” or need help evaluating a Bredel pump for a difficult fluid, contact Industrial Air Services.
Contact Industrial Air Services for Bredel Hose Pumps
Talk with our team about flow, discharge pressure, solids content, viscosity, chemical compatibility and suction conditions.
Call: (615) 641-3100
Visit: 138 Bain Drive • LaVergne, TN 37086
Bredel Peristaltic Hose Pumps FAQ
What are Bredel hose pumps used for?
Bredel pumps transfer and dose abrasive, viscous, corrosive, and solids-containing materials. Applications include slurry handling, sludge transfer, and difficult industrial process mixtures.
How does a Bredel hose pump work?
Rotating shoes compress a reinforced hose and move fluid toward the outlet. As the hose recovers its shape, it draws additional material into the pump.
Which components contact the pumped material?
During normal operation, the material remains inside the hose and connected fluid fittings. Conventional impellers, pumping valves, and mechanical shaft seals are absent from that fluid path.
Why use a hose pump for abrasive slurry?
The hose isolates abrasive material from the drive mechanism. The hose still wears and must be selected and maintained for the solids, pressure, and duty cycle.
Can Bredel pumps handle viscous products?
A suitable hose pump can move viscous material when the inlet fills adequately. Provide operating viscosity, suction geometry, temperature, and required flow when evaluating the installation.
Can Bredel pumps handle solids?
Solids capability depends on hose size, particle characteristics, concentration, and operating conditions. Hard or sharp objects require particular attention because they can affect hose life.
How is the hose material selected?
Check compatibility with the process fluid, cleaning chemicals, concentration, and temperature. Pressure, mechanical fatigue, and abrasive wear also influence the suitable hose and expected maintenance interval.
Can a Bredel pump be used for dosing?
Positive displacement hose action can support controlled dosing. Actual delivery depends on speed, hose condition, pressure, and filling, so verify output under representative conditions.
Does a hose pump produce pulsation?
Hose compression creates a cyclic discharge pattern. Where smoother delivery is needed, evaluate compatible pulsation control and piping design for the flow and pressure range.
Can a Bredel pump run dry?
Dry-running behavior depends on the selected design and conditions. Confirm the model's limits, lubrication requirements, and speed guidance before allowing extended operation without product.
Why is pump lubricant important?
The specified lubricant supports the interaction between the hose and compression mechanism and helps manage heat. Use the approved type and quantity for the selected pump.
How does speed affect hose life?
Higher speed increases the number of compression cycles and may generate more heat. Select speed with the required flow, pressure, temperature, and maintenance expectations in mind.
How do I size a Bredel hose pump?
Provide flow, discharge pressure, viscosity, solids information, temperature, and suction conditions. Include operating hours and any intermittent peak demand to evaluate both capacity and hose duty.
What happens when a hose wears out?
A damaged hose can allow product into the pump housing. Follow the model's inspection and containment guidance and evaluate compatible leak monitoring where process interruption matters.
What maintenance does a Bredel pump require?
Routine work centers on hose condition, lubricant, connections, and the manufacturer's scheduled checks. Track service hours and actual hose life to plan replacements for the application.
Where can I request Bredel pump assistance in Tennessee?
Contact Industrial Air Services at (615) 641-3100 with material properties, solids details, flow, pressure, and operating schedule to discuss hose-pump selection and maintenance needs.