SLURP Oil Skimmer
SLURP (Self-Leveling Unit for Removing Pollution) is a self-adjusting, floating weir-type oil skimmer, originally developed by Esso Research Centre, Abingdon, England. Used worldwide for over twenty years to remove oil and other floating pollutants from the surface of protected waters, SLURP is one of the most versatile skimmers made, working efficiently in any situation at rates up to 30 gpm [113 l/m]. Rugged and lightweight, it can easily be handled by one person.
SLURP Oil Skimmer Features
The SLURP Oil Skimmer has no moving parts. Weir immersion is remotely controlled from the pump; there is nothing to adjust at the skimmer. The SLURP works well in long swells and even in short, choppy waves owing to its unique design. Unlike most conventional floating weir-type skimmers which become unstable when the weir level is set very close to the surface, the SLURP will adjust to any depth of weir immersion and skim the thinnest of oil slicks.
SLICKBAR manufactures two SLURP models for various needs. The Aluminum model has a very shallow draft and is easiest to deploy because of its light weight. Stainless Steel SLURPS find their best applications where the benefits of extremely high flow rates are important. The stainless steel oil skimmer is the most resistant to corrosion, making it attractive in the chemical and food processing industries.
SLURP Oil Skimmer Specifications
| MODEL | LENGTH | WIDTH | HEIGHT | WEIGHT | CAPACITY |
| Aluminum | 36.8" (935mm) | 24.5" (622mm) | 10.5" (267mm) | 36 lbs. (16kg) | 30gpm ( 7m 3 /hr) |
| Stainless Steel | 36.8" (935mm) | 24.5" (622mm) | 15.0" (381mm) | 57 lbs. (26kg) | 44gpm (10m 3 /hr) |
Standard equipment includes a hose float. An intake debris screen, and 50 feet of 1 ½" ID suction hose with quick connect fittings. The aluminum model has hose floats integral with the suction hose. All SLURPS have a 2" female NPT discharge port, reducing bushing, and a 1 ½" fitting which matches the quick-connect fittings on the standard suction hose.
