MALDA
Direct Action Hand Pump

The Malda Pump is a Direct Action Hand Pump is based on a buoyant pump rod that is directly articulated by the user, discharging water in both up and down strokes. It meets the international manufacturing quality standards of SKAT*, Switzerland.

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FEATURES
	The Malda pump conforms to the VLOM concept.
	Cylinder installation is recommended up to a depth of 15 m below-ground level. Cylinder dia. is 50 mm, with a maximum stroke of 410 mm yielding approximately 1200 to 3500 litres per hour.
	Above-ground mechanism consists of sturdy mild steel hot dipped galvanised fabricated Pump Head, Handle and Standing plate.
	The handle bar is jacketed with a stainless steel sleeve for protection against wear for and smooth operation.
	Below-ground mechanism comprises of corrosion resistant components:
		Pump rod and Riser pipe are made of HDPE
		Plunger and Check Valve assemblies are interchangeable and made of HDPE, using Nitrile rubber Bobbin Valves
		Plunger seal is from a HDPE ring
	Ease of installation and maintenance:
		Separate lifting equipment or Special tools are not required
		The entire below-ground assembly (Riser pipe, foot valve, pump rod and plunger) can be assembled at ground level and then directly lowered into the borewell for installation.
		Standard tools for installation, Masonry tools and Shuttering for Platform construction are available. Also, Fishing tools, Village level maintenance tools and Spare parts kits for two or five years' normal operation can be supplied.