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Hygienic Pumps
Choosing the Right Pump: Comparing Pneumatic Diaphragm and Centrifugal Pumps
A detailed pump selection guide based on viscosity and pressure criteria to increase fluid transfer efficiency.
Choosing the correct pump is a vital decision to preserve product structure. When dealing with low-viscosity fluids such as water, centrifugal pumps offer unbeatable performance by providing high flow rates. However, when the process involves high-viscosity products containing sludge, honey, paint, or particles, Air-Operated (Pneumatic) Diaphragm pumps must step in. Powered by compressed air, these pumps are the ultimate problem solvers for demanding processes, thanks to their dry-running capabilities and flexibility to transfer solids without clogging.