This paper describes experience with glandless pumps on the S.G.H.W.R., both wet and dry stator types being included. The performance of the pumps is discussed and details given of the problems which arose in operations. Experience suggests that deposition in the pumps of radioactive corrosion products will not be a significant problem. The paper is in four parts: the functions, characteristics, and instrumentation of the pumps are outlined, followed by a description of some of the key results from commissioning tests.
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