APV Heated lobe pump

• Transferring viscous food products such as sauces, jams, and doughs.
• Circulating chocolate or other temperature-sensitive ingredients.
• Pumping dairy products like yoghurts and creams.
• Handling pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations requiring gentle transfer and temperature control.

Pump Type

Lobe pump, known for gentle handling of shear-sensitive products.

Heating Mechanism

Jacketed design, typically for hot water or steam circulation to maintain product temperature.

Inlet/Outlet Connections

Commonly hygienic fittings, with sizes varying for specific flow rates. This unit specifies 22mm.

Motor Power

For this class of heated lobe pump, motor power typically ranges from 0.25kW to several kW depending on required flow and viscosity. This unit is 0.25kW.

Power Supply

Typically 3-phase industrial electrical supply.

Materials of Construction

Product contact parts are commonly 316L stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Typical Flow Rate

Varies significantly with product viscosity and pump speed, but units of this type can handle a range of several hundred to several thousand litres per hour.

• What are the benefits of a heated lobe pump?

  Heated lobe pumps are ideal for products that need to maintain a specific temperature during transfer, preventing solidification or viscosity changes. The lobe design also ensures gentle handling, preserving product integrity.

• What kind of products is this pump suitable for?

• How is the heating jacket typically controlled?

• What maintenance does a lobe pump require?

• Can this pump handle solids?

• Is this unit suitable for continuous operation?

Food processing pumps are valued for reliability and durability in continuous operations. Buyers typically prioritise corrosion resistance, hygiene compliance, and consistent flow rates. When purchasing used units, inspecting seals, impellers and motor condition proves essential. Industry sentiment favours models with straightforward maintenance requirements and availability of spare parts. Stainless steel construction and gentle handling capabilities for delicate products are consistently sought features.

General overview for this equipment type