Twin screw pump for viscous media
Streamline your production with a twin screw pump that effortlessly handles viscous media, integrating pumping and cleaning operations in one efficient unit. Ideal for producers needing reliable performance under high-speed, continuous conditions, this solution enhances product quality while optimizing process efficiency.
Transfers and Processes Viscous Media Efficiently
The GEA Hilge NOVATWIN and NOVATWIN+ pumps are part of the GEA Varipump line, expertly engineered to handle the demands of transferring and processing viscous media in industries such as dairy, food, beverage, pharma, and personal care. These twin screw hygienic pumps stand out by enabling both production and cleaning in one unit, utilizing variable speeds up to 3000 rpm for optimal adaptability and efficiency. With self-priming capabilities reaching up to 8 meters and a maximum system pressure of 30 bar, they support high-pressure operations in challenging environments.
The NOVATWIN series handles diverse applications, efficiently transferring liquids, slurries, and blends used in producing cream cheese, butter, chocolate, soups, cosmetics, vaccines, and more. The pumps’ CIP/SIP certified design ensures seamless integration into hygienic processes and ease of cleaning, while its variable screw and port configurations offer flexibility for custom operational conditions.
Engineered for energy efficiency, the NOVATWIN+ models deliver up to 23% material savings over previous designs, with hardened housing options for abrasive media. Equipped with inboard single or double mechanical seals, they maintain optimal lubrication and cooling. Available with sterile connections conforming to various DIN standards, they meet rigorous industry compliance requirements. These pumps can be mounted with motors on stainless steel frames or movable trolleys, accommodating a range of processing line configurations and providing robust engineering support for tailored solutions.
Benefits
- Enables seamless switch between production and cleaning, reducing equipment downtime.
- Energy-efficient design saves up to 13% power, lowering operational costs.
- Versatile to handle a wide range of viscous media, enhancing processing flexibility.
- Hygienic certification ensures compliance with stringent industry standards.
- Customizable configurations meet specific operational demands, increasing adaptability.
- Applications
- Food,Personal care,Home care,Pet food,Biopharma,Beverage,Pharma,Dairy
- End products
- Sauces,Fats,Sugar solution,Body care lotions,Oils,Cosmetics,Enzymes,Chocolate,Brewing yeast,Prepared salads,Smoothies,Soups,Sour cream,Cream cheese,Blood products,Ice cream,Skincare creams,Vaccines,Butter,Cell cultures,Fabric detergents,Household surface cleaners,Yoghurt,Mayonnaise,Pastes,Juice concentrate
- Steps before
- Emulsification,Grinding,Mixing,Blending
- Steps after
- Sterilization,Packing,Cooling,Bottling
- Input ingredients
- Dairy,Cream Cheese,Butter,Yoghurt,Sour Cream,Ice Cream,Sugar solution,Chocolate,Sauces,Soups,Mayonnaise,Pastes,Oils,Fats,Prepared Salads,Pet Food,Smoothies,Juice Concentrate,Pre-mixes,Brewing Yeast,Neutraceuticals,Blood Products,Vaccines,Enzymes,Cell cultures,Cosmetics,Body,Skincare,Fabric care,Household Cleaners
- Output ingredients
- Processed Dairy,Processed Cream Cheese,Processed Butter,Processed Yoghurt,Processed Sour Cream,Processed Ice Cream,Processed Sugar solution,Processed Chocolate,Processed Sauces,Processed Soups,Processed Mayonnaise,Processed Pastes,Processed Oils,Fats,Processed Prepared Salads,Processed Pet Food,Processed Smoothies,Processed Juice Concentrate,Processed Pre-mixes,Processed Brewing Yeast,Processed Neutraceuticals,Processed Blood Products,Processed Vaccines,Processed Enzymes,Processed Cell cultures,Processed Cosmetics,Processed Body,Skincare,Processed Fabric care,Processed Household Cleaners
- 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.
- Speed
- Up to 3000 rpm
- Self-Priming Capability
- Up to 8 meters
- System Pressure
- 30 bar
- Flow Rate (Product)
- 12-310 m³/h
- Flow Rate (CIP)
- 20-310 m³/h
- Max Differential Pressure
- 16-25 bar
- Max Particle Size
- 17-74 mm
- Connection Size
- 50-150 mm
- Seal Face Materials
- Silicon carbide
- Pump Housing
- Various hardened combinations
- Reverse Flow Direction
- Available
- Working Mechanism
- Twin screw
- Integrated Steps
- Production and CIP operation
- CIP Principles
- CIP/SIP compliant
- Batch vs. Continuous Operation
- Continuous with batch capability
- Self-priming Capacity
- Up to 8 meters
- Automation Level
- Variable speed control up to 3000 rpm
- Flow Reversibility
- Yes,reversible flow direction
- Adaptability
- Flexible port positions and screw combinations
- Cleanability
- CIP,hygienic design criteria
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Silicon carbide,EPDM elastomers
- Density/particle size
- Large and delicate particles
- Agglomeration risk
- Gentle product handling
- Max. flow rate (m³/h) Product
- 10–310
- Max. flow rate (m³/h) CIP
- 20–310
- Max. differential pressure (bar)
- 16–25
- Max. speed (rpm) Product
- 1,760
- Max. speed (rpm) CIP
- 2,000–3,000
- Standard connection size (mm)
- 50–150
- Max. particle size (mm)
- 17 / 25 to 55 / 74
- Port position flexibility
- Yes
- Reverse flow direction
- Yes
- Thermal jackets
- Available