Hygienic pump for beverage and pharmaceutical industries
Ensuring hygienic conditions in the food and beverage or pharmaceutical industries is crucial for maintaining product quality and compliance with safety standards. Reliable pumps are needed to handle sensitive media without contamination or inefficiency.

Facilitates clean and smooth operation
The GEA Hilge CONTRA series is designed to meet the world’s highest hygiene requirements. Featuring single- and multi-stage configurations, these pumps are made of deep-drawn rolled and forged stainless steel 1.4404/1.4435 (AISI 316L). This provides a homogeneous, pore-free surface that aids in cleanability and ensures high process reliability. Suitable for use in various applications including beverage, food, dairy, and pharmaceutical industries, the CONTRA series supports CIP and SIP processes and is customizable with a wide range of connections and mechanical seals. The pumps are also available in designs suitable for potentially explosive areas, compliant with the ATEX directive. GEA Hilge CONTRA pumps offer an operational flow of up to 100 m³/h and a pressure head up to 230 m. The adaptability in connections and impeller sizes enhances efficiency and service-friendly design allows for easy maintenance.
Benefits
- Ensures product hygiene
- Customizable connections and mechanical seals
- Adaptable for ATEX areas
- Efficient with various impeller sizes
- Easy maintenance and motor change