In fatty Acids synthesising and processing industry, pumps are used in mechanically moving contents between tanks.
Centrifugal pumps or Positive displacement pumps such as gear pumps can be used but one should take care to install a strainer ahead of the pump when pumping out of a tank car or storage tank. However one must remember to select the right type of stainless steel as there is tendency of stainless steel to gall.
Pumps with mechanical seals are preferred.
Valves must be high temperature resistant.