PROGRESSIVE CAVITY PUMPS
Progressive cavity pumps are ideal for transferring high-viscosity, shear-sensitive, or solid-laden products in hygienic environments. Widely used across food, beverage, dairy, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications, they offer smooth, low-pulsation flow and excellent dosing control. These pumps are also trusted for waste and effluent handling, including sludge, slurry, and by-product transfer. Available in cleanable designs with CIP, SIP, or open hopper configurations, they handle everything from sauces and creams to viscous pastes. Alliance Fluid Handling holds UK stock of complete pumps and spares for fast, dependable supply.
PROGRESSIVE CAVITY PUMP MAKES & MODELS
CSF PUMPS
MAE SERIES
Features:
Large sanitary suction chamber free of stagnation zones; all wetted parts in polished AISI 304/316 stainless steel; stator molded (vulcanized) into a steel tube for durability; close-coupled E version pump directly mounted to motor for minimal footprint. Clean-in-place capable design with DIN 11851 threaded fittings (SMS, RJT, IDF, etc., optional).
Benefits
Gentle, uniform flow with low shear and virtually no pulsation (ideal for delicate products); compact monoblock construction reduces cost and space while retaining full performance of equivalent base-mounted pumps; quick disassembly (telescopic) design allows easy inspection/cleaning without removing the drive; high reliability in sanitary processing.
Applications:
Hygienic pumping in dairy, food and beverage processing (e.g. milk, cream, juices, brewery, sauces), cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, as well as clean applications in chemical industries. Suitable for low to medium viscosity liquids, suspensions, and shear-sensitive fluids in sanitary applications.
Certifications:
EHEDG & 3A certified hygienic design; FDA-compliant materials of construction; ATEX Zone 1/2 available for explosive environments; CE marked.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 130 m³/h (0 to 130,000 L/h)
Pressure: Up to 24 bar (≈350 psi)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (212 °F) fluid temperature
Material Compatibility: Food-grade materials: all product-contact surfaces in 316L/304 stainless steel; stators in FDA-compliant elastomers (NBR, EPDM, FKM, etc.) suitable for a wide range of products. Handles virtually any fluid viscosity (Newtonian or not) up to ~800,000 cP, including abrasive or solids-laden fluids. Excellent chemical and CIP cleaning compatibility.
MAN SERIES
Features:
Large sanitary inlet chamber design as per MA series with polished stainless steel wetted parts; N version pump with base plate and flexible coupling drive – features a special telescopic tie-rod assembly allowing pump rotor/stator removal without disturbing motor or piping. DIN 11851 standard connections (other sanitary fittings on request). Same flow geometry and hygienic construction as MAE series.
Benefits
Smooth, non-pulsating flow protects product integrity; easy maintenance due to quick-release assembly (pump internals can be accessed in-situ); robust base-mounted design handles higher power drives for larger duties while maintaining certified sanitary design. Ideal for applications requiring frequent cleaning or inspection.
Applications:
Sanitary processing in food, dairy, beverage, personal care, biotech etc., where a free-standing pump is preferred. Applications include viscous foodstuffs, concentrates with particulates, cosmetic creams, pharmaceutical liquids, etc. Also used in chemical processes requiring gentle handling of sensitive fluids.
Certifications:
3A and EHEDG hygienic design certified (same as MAE); USDA/FDA compliant materials; ATEX-rated motor/drive options for hazardous areas; CE compliant.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 130 m³/h (depending on size/poles)
Pressure: Up to 24 bar (multiple stages)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (with appropriate stator)
Material Compatibility: 316L/304 stainless steel pump body and rotor; stator elastomers in food-grade rubber (various options). Same material compatibility as MAE series – handles viscous, particulate and abrasive products up to 800,000 cP. All product-contact materials FDA-compliant. Suitable for CIP and SIP regimens.
MIE SERIES
Features:
Heavy-duty industrial design with flanged ports and sturdy cast construction; all rotating parts (rotor, shaft) in stainless steel for corrosion resistance. Close-coupled E version with pump directly mounted to a gearmotor for compact assembly. Suction chamber available in cast 316 stainless or cast iron based on duty. Designed for continuous service on viscous, abrasive fluids.
Benefits
High reliability in demanding applications – rugged build handles abrasive slurries and high-viscosity fluids; compact monoblock simplifies installation and reduces footprint/cost; low-pulsation flow minimizes wear on downstream equipment and ensures process stability. Simple, low-maintenance pump with few moving parts and easy-access for overhaul.
Applications:
Broad industrial use: chemical and petrochemical processes, printing inks, mining slurries, wastewater (sludge), paper & pulp, textiles, etc.. Also suitable for non-sanitary food by-products or utilities. Excels at moving high-viscosity or solids-laden fluids in industrial environments.
Certifications:
ATEX certified options for explosive atmospheres (e.g. solvents, oil & gas); API/ISO compliance where applicable; materials meet FDA standards if required for incidental food contact. CE marked.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 130 m³/h (varies with model size)
Pressure: Up to 24 bar differential
Temperature: Up to ~100 °C (fluid; higher with special stators)
Material Compatibility: Robust materials for industrial fluids: cast stainless steel or cast iron pump casing; hardened stainless steel rotor; abrasion-resistant elastomer stators (NBR, EPDM, FPM etc.). Can handle corrosive or abrasive sludges, slurries, chemicals, and viscous media up to 800,000 cP with proper material selection. Optional hard-coated rotors and specialty elastomers for chemical compatibility.
MIN SERIES
Features:
Sturdy N version industrial pump with free-standing design; heavy cast suction casing and flanged inlet/outlet for high-pressure duties. Utilizes a baseplate and flexible coupling drive, with the same robust pumping elements (stainless rotor, etc.) as MIE series. Telescopic tie-rod assembly for easier dismantling of rotor/stator without moving the motor. Engineered for severe service conditions and higher power drives.
Benefits
Built for longevity under tough conditions – rugged construction resists wear from abrasives; base-mounted configuration allows larger motors/gearboxes for high torque pumping; low shear action preserves product qualities (important for shear-sensitive slurries). Easy maintenance with on-base disassembly feature reduces downtime. Reliable operation in continuous heavy-duty applications.
Applications:
Industrial sectors such as water & wastewater (thick sludge, biosolids), oil & gas (drilling mud, refinery waste), mining (mineral slurries), paper & pulp (stock, coatings), paint/ink manufacturing, and other heavy industries. Well-suited for any process requiring reliable transfer of viscous or particulate fluids.
Certifications:
ATEX (Ex) versions available for hazardous areas; compliance with industrial standards (CE, Machinery Directive). Optional FDA-grade wetted components if used in cross-industry (e.g. animal feed or food waste).
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 130 m³/h (max capacity)
Pressure: Up to 24 bar (multi-stage configurations)
Temperature: Up to ~100 °C (with appropriate materials)
Material Compatibility: Available in cast 316 stainless steel (for corrosive fluids) or cast iron (for non-corrosive applications) for the pump casing. Internals in stainless steel; wide range of stator elastomers for oil, chemicals, or high-temperature use. Can pump highly viscous, non-Newtonian fluids (mud, paste, slurry) up to 800,000 cP and solids content as needed. Material options to handle acidic or abrasive media (e.g. chrome-plated rotors).
MCE SERIES
Features:
Open hopper inlet with integral auger feed screw for viscous products. Compact close-coupled design (E version) mounting the hopper pump to a gearmotor for reduced footprint and cost. Rectangular hopper opening allows feeding of semi-solid products (optional feed tray or conveyor attachment). All product-contact parts in stainless steel; heavy-duty auger and coupling rod handle high solids content.
Benefits
Enables efficient handling of non-flowing pastes and viscous mixtures – the auger actively feeds product into the rotor, preventing cavitation or starve-out. Gentle, low-shear conveying preserves product integrity even for thick or particulate-laden foods. Monoblock configuration simplifies installation above pits or under hoppers. Easy to clean compared to larger hopper setups.
Applications:
Ideal for viscous food products like sauces, pie fillings, fruit pulps, tomato paste, dough, ground meat, etc., in food processing. Also used for cosmetics (creams, gels) and chemical pastes or slurries that require an open feed. Frequently employed where product is fed from bins, hoppers, or tanks and will not gravity-feed into a normal pump.
Certifications:
Hygienic design (no stagnant zones) for food use, though open-hopper design is not CIP by itself. FDA-compliant materials. ATEX versions available for hazardous environment viscous feeds. CE marked.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to ~60 m³/h (viscous feed throughput; higher on free-flowing)
Pressure: Up to 12–24 bar (depending on number of stages)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (with suitable stator elastomer)
Material Compatibility: Wetted parts in 316 stainless steel (food-grade finish) for hopper, auger, rotor; stators in abrasion-resistant elastomers. Capable of pumping very high viscosity products (fruit pulps, mash, dough) that do not flow on their own. Good compatibility with chunky solids (e.g. fruit pieces, meat emulsions). Optional hard metal and nitrile parts for abrasive sludges.
MCN SERIES
Features:
Open hopper inlet with auger feed (same hopper design as MCE) mounted on a base with separate drive via coupling. N version hopper pump allows easier disassembly of pumping elements via a removable casing and coupling rod. Heavy-duty bearing housing and support for handling high torques. The rectangular hopper can be fitted with customized feed chutes or hoppers. Built for continuous use on very thick products.
Benefits
Handles extremely viscous, chunky products that standard pumps cannot prime – the auger and hopper prevent bridging and ensure smooth feeding. Base-mounted design permits larger drive systems for pumping high-solids material at pressure. The configuration eases maintenance: rotor, stator, and auger can be serviced without major dismantling of motor. Provides reliable, low-pulse flow of difficult-to-pump mixtures.
Applications:
Food industry viscous products (e.g. grape must, brewer’s mash, vegetable purées, bakery dough) and industrial thick sludges or bio-waste. Often installed under feed silos or mixers. Also used in cosmetics (lipstick base, creams) and pharmaceutical (ointment mixes) where gentle handling of high solids content is needed. Suitable for any high-viscosity fluid transfer in general industry.
Certifications:
FDA-compliant wetted materials for food use; designed per hygienic standards (though open hopper requires manual cleaning). ATEX-rated drives available for explosive atmospheres in industrial settings. CE compliant.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to ~60 m³/h (dependent on product and hopper size)
Pressure: Up to 12–24 bar (multi-stage)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (short CIP cycles possible)
Material Compatibility: Fabricated or cast hopper in stainless steel for product contact; auger screw in hardened stainless. Stator materials chosen for paste-like media (durable food-grade rubber or synthetic). Can pump highly viscous masses (fruit mash, brewers’ spent grains, thick slurries) up to hundreds of thousands of cP. Tolerant of soft solids (e.g. fruit pieces, curds). For abrasive applications, wear parts available in hardened steel and specialty elastomers.
MCRE SERIES
Features:
Open hopper design with integrated auger and bridge-breaker vane crusher above the feed screw. Close-coupled configuration (E version) with compact drive mounting. The rotating cutter blades (with separate reducer drive) break up solid lumps or clumps that form above the auger, preventing bridging. Otherwise similar construction to MC series: stainless steel wetted components and rectangular feed hopper. Designed for products that tend to form bridges or large chunks.
Benefits
Effectively handles very dense, clumpy products by chopping and feeding in one unit – eliminates need for separate macerator. Ensures continuous flow of materials that would otherwise clog (e.g. fruit in blocks, semi-frozen chunks, meat trimmings) by actively crushing bridges. Still provides gentle pumping once product is in rotor, preserving texture as needed. Compact monoblock design saves space in installations needing a built-in cutter.
Applications:
Food applications like diced fruit preparations, pulpy purees with whole fruit, or cooked meat feeds that tend to aggregate. Also used for waste food processing (e.g. breaking and pumping out-of-spec batches), and other industrial pastes or sludges that require lump reduction. Useful in any scenario needing a pump with integral grinder for non-uniform viscous feeds.
Certifications:
Built to hygienic standards (smooth stainless finish) for food use, though primarily for pre-processed feeds. FDA compliant materials. ATEX option for hazardous areas with solvent-laden thick slurries. CE marked.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to ~40 m³/h (with heavy solids feed)
Pressure: Up to 12–18 bar (typical due to very viscous service)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (product; cleaning)
Material Compatibility: All product contact in 304/316 SS for hygienic or corrosive material compatibility. Auger and crusher blades in hardened steel for durability. Stators in tough elastomers to withstand high friction from solids. Handles semi-solid mixtures and viscous products with large particles or lumps (e.g. fruit dices, curd blocks, thick batter) up to ~800k cP. Capable of reducing soft solids size while pumping.
MCRN SERIES
Features:
Open hopper with auger feed and integral bridge-breaker blades (same functional design as MCRE), in a baseplate-mounted configuration (N version). Separate drives for pump and crusher allow independent speed control. Heavy-duty support frame handles the added forces of chopping. Telescopic maintenance design for removing the rotor, stator, and cutter assembly without dismounting the base. Engineered for the most challenging viscous, solid-laden products.
Benefits
Combines high-capacity viscous pumping with on-board grinding, preventing feed interruptions from large solids or bridging. Capable of processing very tough mixtures (e.g. semi-solid waste, fruit cakes, dough with inclusions) that would stop ordinary pumps. Base-mounted layout supports larger motors for both pumping and crushing, enabling handling of high solid fractions. Maintenance-friendly construction minimizes downtime for cleaning blade or auger.
Applications:
Fruit and vegetable processing (e.g. whole fruit in pulp, mash with chunks), winery/brewery must with skins or pomace, meat & poultry processing by-products, and general waste processing (bio-waste, packed food disposal) where reduction and pumping are needed together. Also applied in industrial biomass or pulp applications with fibrous material.
Certifications:
Food-grade build available (for e.g. fruit mash), with compliance to FDA standards. Not typically CIP due to hopper/blades. ATEX compliant versions for potentially explosive organic solids processing. CE and machinery directives fulfilled.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to ~40 m³/h (depending on product and chunk size)
Pressure: Up to ~18 bar (with multi-stage rotor)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (with appropriate elastomers)
Material Compatibility: Heavy-duty 316 SS or cast steel hopper and feed parts for strength; wear-resistant steel blades and auger. Stator options for difficult media (natural rubber, nitrile, etc.). Suitable for pumping extremely viscous masses and mixtures with large soft solids (fruit pieces, meat chunks, etc.) up to ~800,000 cP. Can tolerate some hard solids after crusher (though primarily for soft to medium firmness materials).
MC2C | MC2CR SERIES
Features:
High-capacity hopper pump with dual synchronized feed screws in the hopper inlet. MC2C series: twin augers to force very thick product into the pump inlet. MC2CR series: twin augers plus a vane crusher blade system for breaking down large solids or clumps before pumping. Massive rectangular hopper design for bulk product feeding; heavy-duty gear motors drive the augers (and crusher, for MC2CR). All contact parts in stainless steel for food/industrial use.
Benefits
Designed for ultra-viscous, non-flowing products (e.g. solid pastes, whole fruit in slurry, dough or mash) that demand positive feeding. Dual augers ensure consistent fill of the pumping cavity, eliminating starvation in extreme viscosity cases. Optional crusher prevents bridging by chopping oversized solids or compressed material. Delivers a relatively gentle, continuous flow of very difficult materials that would otherwise require separate feeder and grinder systems.
Applications:
Industrial food processing (e.g. fruit pie filling with whole fruits, thick grape must with stems, vegetable purees with chunks) and specialty products like dough, cookie/filling mass, or peanut butter. Also used in waste management (e.g. packaged food waste, biomass) and other industries where extremely thick or chunky mixtures must be conveyed. Often a solution for products that would otherwise bridge or plug lesser pumps.
Certifications:
Built for CIP/manual clean hybrid (hopper can be opened/cleaned; pump can CIP). Food-grade construction options; meets FDA material standards. These series are often custom-built per application; ATEX versions available for hazardous zones (e.g. distillery mash). CE compliant.
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 200 m³/h (on semi-solid products with twin-screw feed)
Pressure: Up to 24 bar (multi-stage PCP element)
Temperature: Up to 100 °C (depending on product; often used warm)
Material Compatibility: Heavy-duty 304/316 SS fabrication for hopper, screws, and pump body to handle food and corrosive media. Twin augers in hardened SS for durability. Stators available in special elastomers for extremely thick, high-torque pumping. Can handle very high solids content (fruit solids, dough chunks, semi-solid waste) and viscosities approaching 1,000,000 cP. The integrated crusher (MC2CR) allows handling of large pieces (e.g. whole fruits, large curds) by reducing size before pumping.
MONO PUMPS
HYGIENIC PUMP
Features:
Quick-strip sanitary design, titanium flexishaft, CIP/SIP capable
Benefits
Gentle, pulse-free, easy to clean, joint-free shaft
Applications:
Food, dairy, cosmetics, pharma
Certifications:
3-A, FDA, CE, EC 1935/2004
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 92 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 12 bar
Temperature: 0 to 100°C
Material Compatibility: 316L SS, FDA elastomers
SANITARY 1000 SERIES
Features:
Traditional sanitary PC pump, 316 SS, 3-A design
Benefits
Low shear, non-pulsing, handles solids, easy maintenance
Applications:
Food, beverage, cosmetic fluids
Certifications:
3-A, FDA, CE
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 78 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 15.5 bar
Temperature: -10 to 176°C
Material Compatibility: 316 SS, FDA elastomers
NETZSCH PUMPS
NEMO SH PLUS
Features:
Polished 316L, flexible rod, CIP/SIP, bearing frame
Benefits
Low-pulse, easy to clean, joint-free, reversible
Applications:
Food, pharma, cosmetics, biotech
Certifications:
3-A, FDA, CE, EC 1935/2004
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 120 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 24 bar
Temperature: -20 to 100°C
Material Compatibility: 316L SS, FDA elastomers
NEMO BH
Features:
Compact monobloc PC pump, 316L, CIP/SIP
Benefits
Space-saving, hygienic, low shear, joint-free
Applications:
Food, cosmetics, beverage, hygiene systems
Certifications:
3-A, FDA, CE
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 120 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 24 bar
Temperature: -20 to 100°C
Material Compatibility:316L SS, FDA elastomers
PCM PUMPS
HYCARE
Features:
CFD-designed body, titanium shaft, EHEDG & 3-A certified
Benefits
Ultra hygienic, best-in-class cleanability, low shear
Applications:
Dairy, sauces, fruit prep, cosmetics
Certifications:
EHEDG, 3-A, FDA, CE
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 50 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 16 bar
Temperature: -10 to 90°C
Material Compatibility: 316L SS, FDA/USP elastomers
ECOMOINEAU C
Features:
Compact, efficient design, quick dismantle, food grade
Benefits
Lightweight, low energy use, easy to maintain
Applications:
Food, beverage, cosmetics, OEM skids
Certifications:
FDA, EC 1935/2004, CE
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 180 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 16 bar
Temperature: -10 to 120°C
Material Compatibility: 316/304 SS, FDA elastomers
EASYFEED
Features:
Hopper design, auger feed, for very viscous food
Benefits
Pumps lumpy/pasty food products, CIP/COP cleanable
Applications:
Meats, pastes, pulps, thick sauces
Certifications:
FDA, CE
Downloads:
Flow Rates: Up to 30 m³/h
Pressure: Up to 10 bar
Temperature: -5 to 80°C
Material Compatibility: 316L SS, FDA elastomers
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