Single-stage centrifugal pump for heavy-duty applications
Optimize fluid handling with a high-efficiency centrifugal pump designed for challenging conditions, featuring flexible mounting options and advanced impeller technology to enhance performance and reduce energy consumption. Ideal for processes that demand reliable, hygienic, and efficient liquid transport.

Pumps and Filters Viscous and Solids-Laden Liquids
The GEA Hilge MAXA is a single-stage centrifugal pump from GEA, constructed with robust stainless steel AISI 316L, ideal for heavy-duty applications in food, beverage, and chemical handling environments. What sets this pump apart is its ability to efficiently pump and filter liquids with high solids content, employing closed impellers with superior efficiency and NPSH optimization. It serves critical roles in producing products such as milk, beer, and biofuels, managing tasks like cooling and lubrication with precision. Capable of handling up to 1400 m³/h and resistant to temperatures as high as 95 °C (extendable to 150 °C upon request), it integrates seamlessly into continuous or manual operations. With its various mounting options and customizable shaft seals, the GEA Hilge MAXA is designed for versatility and reliability. Certified to meet stringent industry standards (including FDA and EHEDG), it supports CIP systems for efficient and hygienic maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
Benefits
- Optimizes operational efficiency by handling high-viscosity liquids and solids with ease.
- Enhances energy efficiency through advanced NPSH and impeller designs.
- Minimizes contamination risk with reliable CIP compatibility for effective cleaning.
- Supports compliance with FDA and EHEDG standards for hygienic applications.
- Offers versatile integration with customizable mounting and sealing options for various applications.
- Applications
- Food,Beverage,Water treatment,Bio fuels,Breweries,Food processing,Chemical handling,Cip systems,Dairy
- End products
- Biodiesel,Bioethanol,Milk,Mash,Cooling water,Detergent,Process water,Flocculant,Yogurt,Soft drinks,Sauce,Fruit juice,Beer,Wort
- Steps before
- Mash Preparation,Wort Production,Ingredient Mixing,Solids Suspension
- Steps after
- Beer Filtration,CIP (Cleaning in Place),Chemical Transfer,Liquid Cooling
- Input ingredients
- mash,wort,milk,food ingredients,water,chemical liquids,solids liquids,bio fuels
- Output ingredients
- processed mash,filtered wort,beer,dairy products,processed food,treated water,processed chemicals,solids-containing liquids,bio fuels
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Flow rate
- up to 1,400 m³/h
- Head
- up to 100 m
- Operating pressure
- 10 bar
- Liquid temperature
- 95 °C(150 °C upon request)
- Material
- Stainless Steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
- Connection type
- Flange or thread connections according to ANSI or DIN standards
- Impeller type
- Closed impellers
- Optional impeller
- Channel impeller for high solids content
- NPSH inducer
- Available as an option
- Flow rate
- up to 1,400 m³/h
- Head
- up to 100 m
- Operating pressure
- 10 bar
- Liquid temperature
- 95 °C (150 °C upon request)
- NPSH optimization
- Closed impellers / Inducer option
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP
- Abrasion resistance
- High
- Biological compatibility
- Suitable for food and beverage applications
- Cleanability
- Designed for CIP/SIP processes
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless steel AISI 316L
- Density/particle size
- Handles liquids with solids content
- Solid content handling
- Yes,with channel impeller
- DIN EN 10204
- 2.2 or 3.1
- Material
- Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
- Mounting Options
- Close-coupled,bearing bracket,base plate
- Impeller Type
- Closed impellers
- Connection Standards
- ANSI or DIN
- Design Variants
- Bloc,L,Adapta,CN
- Flow Capacity
- up to 1,400 m³/h
- Head
- up to 100 m
- Operating Pressure
- 10 bar
- Liquid Temperature
- 95 °C (150 °C upon request)
- Shaft Seal Options
- DIN 24960,single inboard seals
- Inducer Option
- Available for NPSH improvements
- Channel Impeller
- For media with high solids content
- Mounting Options
- Close-coupled pump,bearing bracket,base plate
- Shaft Seal Options
- DIN 24960,Single inboard seals
- Impeller Options
- Closed impellers,Channel impeller for high solids
- Materials
- Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
- Connection Standards
- ANSI,DIN
- Inducer for NPSH Improvements
- Available as option
- Motor Power Options
- Up to 160 kW