Australian Pump Industries announce the launch of a new twin impeller, high pressure portable fire pump for the mining industry. Based on the Aussie?s Mr T portable fire fighting pump, the new version has been upgraded to include additional safety features.

?Our Aussie Mr T has an established reputation for performance and quality,? said Aussie Pump?s Chief Engineer, John Hales. ?We up spec?d this pump with features to add safety for use in high risk environments like mine sites. For example, we have incorporated a centre mounted balanced lifting bar into the frame that makes these 100 kilo pumps easy to move on site,? he said.

The unique Aussie Pump Mr T in Mine Boss configuration includes not only a super heavy-duty, hot-dipped gal, steel frame but a galvanised base plate with anti-vibration mounts. That floating base plate provides a sturdy platform for the pump and diesel engine, reducing wear on components.

The Mine Boss configuration also includes battery isolation in a lockable galvanised steel cabinet with emergency stop a standard feature. A top quality fire extinguisher is fitted to the frame to comply with the industry and the company?s standards.

The Aussie fire pump produces a maximum head of 90 m and 450 litre per minute max flow. Power is supplied by a single cylinder Yanmar 10 hp air-cooled electric start diesel engine.