Xylem has unveiled the Flygt 2450, a high-head, fully submersible pump designed for mining applications. By eliminating the need for additional infrastructure to manage abrasive water, the pump significantly reduces total cost of ownership.
“Water shouldn’t have to be a complicated aspect of mining,” said Ken Albaugh, director of Dewatering Services at Xylem. “Simplifying water management allows mines to improve efficiency and productivity. The Flygt 2450 is specifically engineered to tackle the challenges of mine water, making water management safer, simpler, and more cost-effective.”
The pump’s Hard-Iron hydraulic end and Dura-Spin diffuser technology drastically reduce wear and extend service intervals to up to 6,000 hours—three times longer than standard submersible pumps.
For instance, at a large U.S. open-pit gold mine, operators replaced a parallel pumping system with a single Flygt 2450. So far, it has delivered 5,500 hours of continuous, maintenance-free operation, significantly cutting costs.
New Flygt 2401 for Versatile Mining Applications
In addition to the Flygt 2450, Xylem is launching the Flygt 2401, an enhanced version of the Flygt 2400 submersible pump. This model offers flexibility for mining applications with two hydraulic configurations—one optimized for high-head lifting and another for high-volume flow. Design improvements include a redesigned bearing arrangement, a larger connection box, and a streamlined pump housing, enabling faster servicing and extended pump life.
Live Demonstration at AGG1 2025
Xylem will showcase the Flygt 2450 and Flygt 2401 pumps at AGG1 2025, held in St. Louis, Missouri, from March 25–27, 2025.
