Impulse Lines – Toquepala Mine

Tacna


Studies, designs, engineering development. PLS drive system.

Ultimate engineering.

PLS drive system:

  • 2 pumping stations in series, including electrical substations.
  • 4 horizontal pumps of 1500 HP.
  • 8,700 m pipeline with 20” Ø and 28” Ø polyethylene pipes and 16” Ø stainless steel pipes.

Raffinate drive system (1500 m3/h):

  • 3 pumping stations in series. 6 pumps with powers between 400 HP and 1500 HP.
  • Driving line of 7130 m.
  • Polyethylene pipes between 12” Ø and 24” Ø.
  • Stainless steel pipes between 10” Ø and 28” Ø.
  • 64,000 gallon sulfuric acid storage tank.
  • Expansion of the acid unloading platform including instrumentation.