Hygienic Centrifugal Pumps

Global Pumps supplies hygienic centrifugal pumps for efficient, sanitary transfer in food, beverage, dairy and other hygienic processing applications. Manufactured from high-quality stainless steel, the range includes pumps for clean, low-viscosity liquids as well as specialised designs for products containing solids and fibres.

Key features include:

316L stainless steel construction for hygienic processing
Smooth, electropolished surfaces for effective cleaning
High-efficiency designs to help reduce energy consumption
Low NPSH requirements to help minimise the risk of cavitation
CIP and SIP compatible options
Designs for clean liquids and fluids containing solids or fibres
Simple, robust construction for easier maintenance
Suitable for food, beverage, dairy and other sanitary applications

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Hygienic centrifugal pumps are designed to provide reliable fluid transfer while meeting the cleanliness requirements of sanitary processing environments. Smooth wetted surfaces and crevice-free designs help minimise product build-up, while materials such as 316L stainless steel support effective cleaning and corrosion resistance.

The range covers conventional centrifugal pumps for clean, low-viscosity liquids through to specialised and hybrid designs for fluids containing solids, fibres or higher viscosities. Options are also available to support CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sterilise-In-Place) processes.

Why use stainless steel centrifugal pumps for hygienic processing?

Stainless steel centrifugal pumps are widely used in hygienic processing due to their durability, corrosion resistance and ability to withstand frequent cleaning. The range includes pumps with 316L stainless steel wetted components, providing a smooth, non-porous surface suited to food, beverage, dairy and other sanitary applications.

However, selecting a food-grade centrifugal pump involves more than the stainless steel grade alone. Surface finish, pump geometry, seals and compatibility with the product and cleaning chemicals should also be considered.

Global Pumps can assess these requirements to help select the most suitable hygienic centrifugal pump for the application.

Hygienic pump product range

Packo FP2 Hygienic Centrifugal Pumps

The FP2 series is designed for hygienic applications requiring efficient transfer of low-viscosity liquids.

The pump casings are manufactured from thick, cold-rolled 316L stainless steel plate to provide a smooth, non-porous construction. Open investment-cast impellers are available in 316L stainless steel or duplex materials, while the crevice-free design and electropolished finish support effective cleaning.

The FP2 pumps are commonly used in dairies, breweries, beverage production and distilleries for processes including filtration, pasteurisation, evaporation and CIP.

Key benefits include:

high efficiency to help reduce energy consumption
low NPSH values to reduce the risk of cavitation
simple construction for straightforward maintenance
standardised components for easier replacement and servicing
easy installation
limited seal sizes across the range for simplified maintenance

Packo IFF Hygienic Centrifugal Pumps

For liquids containing solids, fibres, foils, leaves or other material, the IFF series provides a hygienic non-clogging centrifugal pump solution.

A generous clearance between the impeller and pump casing allows solids and fibres to pass through the pump with a reduced risk of blockage. Stainless steel 316L pump casings and an electropolished finish provide the robust, hygienic construction required for demanding processing environments.

The IFF series is particularly suited to applications such as vegetable processing, washing and blanching water, potato waste and the circulation of liquids in digesters.

Key benefits include:

non-clogging design for liquids containing solids and fibres
straightforward maintenance
easy installation
solid investment-cast impellers
use of standard components for easier servicing

Packo Mixing and Dispersing Pumps

Packo mixing and dispersing pumps combine pumping with intensive mixing, homogenisation and dispersion in a single stainless steel unit.

Their hygienic, electropolished construction and smooth internal surfaces make them suitable for processes where ingredients need to be mixed or dispersed while maintaining strict sanitary conditions.

These pumps can be used across food and beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and chemical processing applications.

Verderhus Stainless Steel Screw Centrifugal Pumps

For applications involving solids, fibrous materials or higher-viscosity fluids, Verderhus stainless steel screw centrifugal pumps provide a clog-resistant, low-head, high-flow pumping solution.

These hybrid pumps combine characteristics of centrifugal and positive displacement pump technologies. Large internal clearances help reduce the risk of clogging, while the gentle, low-turbulence pumping action helps minimise emulsification, foaming and damage to sensitive materials.

The Verderhus range can handle viscosities up to 3,000 cP, solids up to <10% sludge and <30% slurry. Typical applications include food and beverage, pet food processing, biogas, wastewater treatment and other industrial processes.

Key benefits include:

gentle, low-shear pumping action
abrasion and wear resistance
adjustable impeller for long-term efficiency
suitable for low-head, high-flow applications
premium-efficiency IE3 motors

Packo ZS Hygienic Twin Screw Pumps

For hygienic applications involving products across a wide range of viscosities, the Packo ZS series provides a versatile solution for both product transfer and CIP processes.

These hybrid pumps combine characteristics of centrifugal and positive displacement pump technologies. Their broad speed range allows them to transfer products from light liquids to thick pastes, while also handling lower-viscosity cleaning fluids at higher speeds during CIP. Gentle, pulsation-free operation helps maintain the texture and consistency of sensitive products.

The ZS series is particularly suited to dairy, beverage, food processing, pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, including milk, yoghurt, cream, syrups, pastes, fillings and other viscous products.

Key benefits include:

gentle, low-shear and pulsation-free operation
bi-directional pumping capability
hygienic stainless steel construction
3-A and EC 1935/2004 certified
suitable for sensitive and viscous products

Hygienic pump range comparison

Specification	FP2 Hygienic Centrifugal	IFF Centrifugal	Mixing & Dispersing	ZS Hygienic Screw	Verderhus Screw Centrifugal
Max flow rate (m³/h)	110	360	200	100	360
Max head (m)	220	35	55	-	40 (differential head)
Max pressure (bar)	20	13	10	12	-
Max temperature (ºC)	140	140	140	150	100 (min −20)
Max viscosity (cP)	1000	-	-	-	-

Note: Maximum performance varies by pump model, configuration and operating conditions. Refer to the individual product data sheet for detailed performance information, or contact Global Pumps for assistance selecting a pump for your application.

WORKING PRINCIPLE

A hygienic centrifugal pump works by using a rotating impeller to transfer energy from the pump motor to the liquid.

Product enters the pump through the suction inlet and reaches the centre of the impeller. As the impeller rotates, the liquid is accelerated outwards towards the pump casing. This velocity is converted into pressure, allowing the liquid to flow through the discharge and into the process system.

Because centrifugal pumps provide smooth, continuous flow, they are particularly well suited to moving relatively low-viscosity liquids at higher flow rates.

In hygienic applications, the same centrifugal pumping principle is combined with sanitary construction. Stainless steel wetted components, smooth surfaces and designs that minimise crevices help make the pump easier to clean and suitable for sensitive food and beverage processes.

Specialist pumps within the range operate differently. Hybrid technologies, including hygienic twin screw and screw centrifugal pumps, combine characteristics of centrifugal and positive displacement pumping to accommodate applications involving higher viscosities, solids or different process requirements.

APPLICATIONS

Sanitary centrifugal pumps are widely used where liquids need to be transferred efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Flow rate, pressure, viscosity, solids content, temperature, suction conditions and cleaning requirements should all be considered when selecting the most appropriate pump for an application.

Common industries and applications include:

Dairy processing: milk, whey, curd and other dairy products
Breweries: beer, wort, yeast and process water
Wine and beverage production: wine, fruit juices, soft drinks and other beverages
Food processing: liquid food products, ingredients and process fluids
Vegetable processing: washing and blanching water and liquids containing vegetable matter
Filtration: circulation and transfer through beverage and process filtration systems
Pasteurisation: transferring products through heating and cooling processes
Evaporation systems: product circulation during concentration processes
CIP systems: circulation of cleaning fluids through hygienic processing equipment
Pharmaceutical and cosmetics: suitable sanitary liquid-transfer and processing applications
Water treatment: clean and process water transfer
Biogas, biodiesel and bioethanol: suitable liquid transfer and circulation processes

DOWNLOADS

Packo SFP2 SFP3 datasheet (1.1 MB)

Packo CM datasheet (1.4 MB)

Packo High sheer brochure (3.0 MB)

Packo ZS twin screw datasheet (3.7 MB)

Verderhus Brochure

FAQs

What is a hygienic centrifugal pump?

A hygienic or sanitary centrifugal pump is a centrifugal pump specifically designed for processes where cleanliness and contamination control are important. These pumps typically feature stainless steel wetted components, smooth internal surfaces and designs that facilitate effective cleaning. They are widely used throughout food, beverage and dairy processing.

What liquids can a hygienic centrifugal pump handle?

Hygienic centrifugal pumps are particularly effective for relatively low-viscosity liquids such as milk, whey, beer, wine, fruit juice, water and other free-flowing process fluids.

Specialised centrifugal designs can also handle liquids containing solids and fibres. For example, the Packo IFF range provides increased clearance between the impeller and casing to allow certain solids and fibrous material to pass through without clogging.

When should I choose a centrifugal pump for a hygienic application?

A centrifugal pump is generally a good choice when you need to transfer relatively large volumes of low-viscosity liquid efficiently and continuously.

For thicker, highly viscous or particularly shear-sensitive products, a positive displacement pump may be more appropriate. Product characteristics, flow requirements, system pressure and cleaning requirements should therefore be considered before selecting the pump technology.

Are sanitary centrifugal pumps suitable for CIP?

Many sanitary centrifugal pumps are designed for Clean-In-Place processes. Depending on the pump and system design, they can be used to circulate cleaning solutions through processing equipment without dismantling the system.

Global Pumps can help determine the appropriate pump based on the required CIP flow, pressure, temperature and cleaning chemicals.

Are hygienic centrifugal pumps made from SS 316 stainless steel?

The hygienic centrifugal pump range includes models manufactured from 316L stainless steel pump casings, providing smooth, corrosion-resistant surfaces suited to hygienic processing.

When specifying SS 316 centrifugal pumps for a sanitary application, the complete construction should be considered rather than the stainless steel grade alone. Surface finish, seals, internal geometry and cleaning requirements can all affect whether a pump is suitable for the intended process.

What makes a centrifugal pump suitable for food-grade applications?

A centrifugal pump for food-grade processing should be constructed from materials compatible with the product and designed to allow effective cleaning. Depending on the application, considerations can include stainless steel wetted parts, smooth surface finishes, minimal crevices, suitable seals and compatibility with CIP or SIP procedures.

The specific hygiene standards or certifications required will depend on the product, process and regulatory requirements.

Can a sanitary centrifugal pump handle solids?

It depends on the pump design. Standard hygienic centrifugal pumps are primarily intended for liquids, although some can handle limited soft solids.

Where the liquid contains larger solids, fibres or vegetable matter, a pump specifically designed for this duty should be selected. The IFF pump has increased clearance between the impeller and casing to allow solids and fibrous material to pass through with a reduced risk of clogging.

Can hygienic centrifugal pumps handle high-viscosity products?

Centrifugal pumps generally perform best with low- to moderate-viscosity liquids. As viscosity increases, centrifugal pump performance and efficiency can decrease.

For highly viscous products such as pastes, creams, thick syrups or doughs, a positive displacement or hybrid pump technology may be more suitable. For example, hygienic twin screw pumps can handle a much wider viscosity range while providing gentle product transfer and supporting CIP processes.

Global Pumps can assess viscosity, required flow, pressure and product characteristics to recommend the appropriate hygienic pump technology.

Where do you deliver and what are your estimated shipping times?

We ship our hygienic centrifugal pumps Australia-wide. Below is a general guide to delivery times for major cities, but our team can confirm specific lead times for your location or project.