As the demand for efficient and reliable pumping systems continues to grow, the global centrifugal pump market is expected to reach new heights in the coming years.
With so many options available, it can be challenging to choose the right pump manufacturer for your specific needs.
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top centrifugal pump manufacturers from around the world.
From Germany’s KSB to Denmark’s Grundfos, these companies have a proven track record of providing high-quality pumps for a wide range of applications.
Each manufacturer offers a unique set of products and services, tailored to meet the needs of different industries. Whether you’re looking for water pumps, fire pumps, or submersible pumps, there’s a manufacturer on this list that can provide the solution you need.
With decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, these centrifugal pump manufacturers are leading the way in the industry.
Read on to learn more about each company and find the perfect pump for your specific needs.
I. Top Centrifugal Pump Manufacturers
1. KSB
Country: Germany
Founded：1871
About the company:
Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, KSB has been a leading manufacturer of pumps and industrial valves for over 100 years.
With over 15,500 employees worldwide, KSB has its own sales company, manufacturing plant, and service enterprise.
KSB offers customized pumps for various applications and specializes in their development and production.
KSB provides a comprehensive range of automation and drive solutions in industries such as buildings, water and sewage, mining, energy, and installation, commissioning, maintenance, and other services related to water pump valves.
As an experienced pump manufacturer, KSB’s products find application in construction technology, industrial technology, water conveyance, sewage purification, and various power station processes.
With innovative research and development, KSB can meet the requirements of thousands of customers across different industries.
As a renowned pump manufacturer, KSB has amassed years of experience and proprietary technical knowledge, with a convincing testing and quality control system in place, including the Etanorm standard pump.
Etanorm is a globally successful standard water pump, with over 1.5 million units sold worldwide, and KSB provides spare parts and services for it.
KSB’s technical strengths as a pump manufacturer lie in its spare parts hydraulic performance, material technology, and automation, which are also the secret signatures of its high-performance pumps.
With state-of-the-art production equipment, KSB can ensure proximity to customers and provide top-notch service, and its experienced certified experts guarantee excellent quality.
KSB’s service department is equipped to handle on-site commissioning, inspection, maintenance, and repairs for your pumps, valves, and complete equipment.
KSB can also ensure prompt delivery of spare parts, enabling customers to receive excellent service directly from the pump manufacturer.
Shanghai KSB Pump Co., Ltd. is a joint venture between Germany’s KSB and Shanghai Electric. Founded in 1994, the company is located in the Minhang Development Zone in Shanghai, covers an area of 130,000 square meters, and has a total registered capital of US$27 million and a total investment of US$29.8 million. It currently employs over 800 people.
KSB has become one of the leading pump manufacturers in China, offering a wide range of products and excellent technology. The company enjoys a high reputation in industries such as power stations, petroleum, chemical, urban water supply and drainage, sewage treatment, oil refining, buildings, marine, and large-scale farmland water conservancy construction.
KSB offers a range of services, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, on-site maintenance, innovative solutions, maintenance and inspection management, pump management, system efficiency services, technical consulting, and transformation services.
2. Kaiquan
Country: China
Founded: 1995
Products: Double suction pump, circulating pump, fire pump, water pump
About the company:
Shanghai Kaiquan Pump (Group) Co., Ltd. was founded in 1995 and is a leading comprehensive pump company that integrates pump design, production, and sales, as well as water supply equipment and pump control equipment.
Having been deeply involved in the Chinese pump industry for many years, it is a well-known enterprise in the industry that prioritizes technological innovation. The Group boasts a total asset value of 4.5 billion yuan and has 7 enterprises and 5 industrial parks located in Shanghai, Zhejiang, Hebei, Liaoning, Anhui, and other provinces and cities, covering a total area of nearly 1000 mu and a productive building area of 350,000 square meters.
Currently, the Group has more than 7,000 employees, including 1,200 engineering technicians, who are primarily composed of well-known domestic experts and professors, as well as doctors, masters, medium and senior engineers, and senior technologists, forming an echelon talent structure with an innovative mindset.
In order to increase customer value, Shanghai Kaiquan Pump (Group) Co., Ltd. employs an advanced ERP system and CRM system to control the entire order process. The Group has 7 business divisions, 23 branches, more than 500 offices, and more than 200 after-sales service outlets.
The service network extends throughout the entire country, providing “blue fleet” service and a 4-hour quick response mechanism to address user needs at any time. This commitment to customer satisfaction is matched by the Group’s dedication to producing high-quality products with stable performance, setting a standard in the industry.
3. FCNP
Country: China
Founded: 1991
Products: Water pump, fire pump, metering pump, self-priming pump, circulating pump, submersible pump, centrifugal pump, booster pump, deep well pump
About the company:
Nanfang Zhongjin Environment Co., Ltd., formerly known as Nanfang Pump Industry Co., Ltd., was founded in 1991. It was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange on December 9, 2010, with stock code 300145.
Recently, FCNP has become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nanfang Zhongjin Environment Co., Ltd. FCNP is an enterprise that specializes in the development and production of stainless steel centrifugal pumps on a large scale in China.
As a national key high-tech enterprise, FCNP has developed and produced various medium to high-end pump products on a large scale. It is currently one of the largest production bases for stainless steel stamping and welding centrifugal pumps in China and a drafting unit of industrial standards. It has eight holding subsidiaries.
FCNP’s area covers 1200 mu and it has over ten production plants and branches, employing nearly 4000 people.
FCNP’s annual output of stainless steel centrifugal pumps has exceeded 700,000 sets, resulting in an annual sales volume of 2 billion yuan. Their product range, total sales volume, and product quality are considered to be the best in their industry in China.
4. Ebara
Country: Japan
Founded: 1912
Products: Water pump, mud pump, circulating pump, submersible pump, centrifugal pump, booster pump, vacuum pump, deep well pump
About the company:
Since 1912, Ebara has been a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebara, a Japanese company that specializes in the R&D, production, and sales of pump products, refrigerators, and HVAC equipment.
Ebara Machinery (China) Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned enterprise of Ebara Manufacturing in China. Established in Beijing in 2006, it is committed to serving the development of China with advanced Ebara products. The company takes responsibility for customer needs and provides users with optimized overall solutions in multiple directions.
Currently, the company has manufacturing bases in Beijing, Yantai, and Zibo, covering various fields such as construction, industry, and municipal water conservancy. It provides customers with world-class general-purpose pumps, customized pumps, water supply units, water treatment, and other products and services.
In addition to sales and services in the Chinese market, the company also supplies products to Japan, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other markets. It has become an essential component of the global business of recommending original products.
5. Grundfos
Country: Denmark
Founded： 1945
About the company:
Grundfos is a world-renowned pump manufacturer that was founded in Denmark in 1945. The company mainly produces circulating pumps for heating and air conditioning, as well as centrifugal pumps for industrial, water supply, sewage discharge, and metering purposes. Grundfos focuses on technology and product development in the field of water pumps, and provides relevant solutions.
Headquartered in the Danish border city of Ambu, the company had a turnover of DKK 23.6 billion (about 21.5 billion yuan) in 2014, with 18,878 employees worldwide, 83 branches in 56 countries, and an annual output of over 16 million water pumps.
For over 70 years, Grundfos has been dedicated to the research and development of technologies and products related to water pumps, providing high-quality solutions to its customers.
In 1994, Grundfos entered the Chinese market and now has one investment holding company, two sales companies, one concept store, 15 offices, four production plants, one R&D center, and nearly 1600 employees, with an annual turnover of more than 2.4 billion yuan.
Grundfos’ products are widely used in various fields, including construction, industry, infrastructure development, regional heating, and sewage treatment.
Apart from the Chinese mainland market, Grundfos China also serves the Hong Kong and Mongolia markets.
As a pump manufacturer, Grundfos holds an ISO9001 standard quality certificate and has obtained ISO14001 and other relevant environmental certifications. Additionally, the company is a foreign-funded enterprise that has been certified for energy-saving products for China’s clean water centrifugal pumps.
Grundfos China established its R&D center in Suzhou in 2007, which employs about 80 technicians from China and Denmark. The company is dedicated to innovating in product energy conservation to protect the environment.
Grundfos has leveraged the collective wisdom of its team and collaborated with higher education institutions to explore new ideas in product design and functionality. This has resulted in the development of energy-saving products tailored to the Chinese market.
Grundfos’ significant projects in China include several venues of the 2008 Olympic Games, the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, the National Grand Theater, the World Financial Center in Shanghai, various venues of the World Expo Park, Hongqiao Airport Phase II, Disneyland, and the National Convention and Exhibition Center.
6. Wilo
Country: Germany
Founded：1872
About the company:
WILO SE is a leading supplier of water pumps and water pump systems, as well as a professional manufacturer of large HVAC pumps, founded in 1872. It has been researching, developing and innovating water pump systems since its inception and is headquartered in Dortmund, Germany.
With branches in over 60 countries and regions worldwide, WILO SE has a workforce of more than 7,000 employees. WILO (China) Pump System Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of WILO SE in China, established in 1995. After more than 20 years of development, its sales network has covered key provinces and regions in China, with nearly 800 employees.
The professional team at WILO in China is dedicated to developing and promoting products and solutions that cater to the needs of Chinese users.
The products and services provided by WILO SE have gained widespread usage in various application fields, including construction, water management, and industry.
7. SHIMGE
Country: China
Founded：1984
Products: Centrifugal pump, booster pump, canned motor pump, self-priming pump, circulating pump, water pump, submersible pump, deep well pump
About the company:
Established in 1984, SHIMGE (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd. is a limited liability company based in Daxi, Wenling, Zhejiang, that produces and operates various pumps and control equipment.
For over 30 years, SHIMGE has focused on the technical research, production, and marketing of different types of pumps, control equipment, and other products, with the aim of guiding the fluid industry and improving the quality of life.
SHIMGE is an enterprise that specializes in the technical research, manufacturing, and marketing of all types of pumps and control equipment. The company is committed to providing high-quality water pump and water treatment system solutions, including sewage pumps, submersible pumps, centrifugal pumps, and other products.
In 1987, the company developed the “screw pump” based on keen market insight, and it soon emerged as a leader in the industry. This marked the beginning of SHIMGE’s journey to becoming a legendary brand in the Chinese water pump industry.
On December 31, 2010, the company successfully went public on the A-share market and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange with a stock code of 002532. However, in accordance with the company’s development strategy, it was delisted in July 2020 through asset restructuring and completed privatization.
Currently, the company boasts 6 brands, 12 product series, over 2000 specifications, and 12 holding subsidiaries, cementing its position as a leading brand in China’s water pump industry.
Since its inception, the company has actively promoted lean production, quality management, and environmental management. It has obtained ISO9001, ISO14,001, and OHSAS18,001 certifications and implemented performance management in accordance with GB/T19,580. The company has established a robust quality assurance system, including a physical and chemical testing center. The ex-factory performance testing platform has been appraised and has reached Class B (Level 1) accuracy.
Products manufactured by SHIMGE have obtained GS, CE, and UL certifications and comply with the RoHS directive.
Regarding channel construction and after-sales service, the company’s business network has expanded worldwide, thanks to the strength and reputation of its leading brands and the quality of its products. Its products are exported to more than 100 countries and regions.
The company has established a “regional distribution center” model in the industry, which includes over 1400 operating service providers, 10000+ sales outlets, and 8000+ New Territories brand image stores (including store billboards) nationwide.
To offer better services to its customers, the company has also set up after-sales service centers in Jinan, Shijiazhuang, Wuhan, Xi’an, and other locations.
8. Dayuan
Country: China
Founded: 1990
Products: Centrifugal pump, booster pump, canned motor pump, self-priming pump, deep well pump, water pump, submersible pump
About the company:
Dayuan Pump, founded in 1990, is a globally renowned supplier of civil water pumps with a brand history of nearly 30 years. It is also a high-tech enterprise in the domestic canned motor pump industry.
The company’s products are primarily classified into two categories. The first category is civil water pumps, including small submersible electric pumps, well submersible electric pumps, land pumps, and other products. These are widely used in agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, life services, civil construction, municipal environmental protection, and other fields. The parent company is mainly responsible for overall operations.
The second category is canned pumps, including domestic hot water circulating canned pumps, industrial canned pumps, and other products. These find application in domestic water circulation, chemical industry, refrigeration, rail transit, semiconductor and electronic industry, medical equipment manufacturing, aerospace industry and military industry, nuclear industry, hydrogen production, hydrogen energy automobile industry, and other fields.
The aforementioned products are mainly operated by the wholly-owned subsidiary, Hefei Xinhu Canned Pumps Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Dayuan Pump Co., Ltd., the parent company, has a registered capital of 164.248 million yuan, while Hefei Xinhu Pump Co., Ltd., the wholly-owned subsidiary, has a registered capital of 215.15 million yuan. The company owns more than 250 mu of industrial park and has more than 1800 employees.
In 2020, the company achieved sales revenue of 1.4 billion yuan. On July 11, 2017, it was officially listed on the main board of the Shanghai Stock Exchange (stock code: 603757).
The head office and its holding subsidiaries own 275 patents, including 270 domestic patents (25 invention patents, 182 utility model patents, 63 appearance patents), and 5 overseas patents (1 invention patent, 2 utility models, 2 appearance patents). The company has also received 59 international well-known certifications such as KS, CE, CB, GS, UL, TUV, ROHS, FFU, ETL, EMC, EMF, etc.
The Dayuan and Xinhu brand water pumps are sold and serviced through outlets led by the company, which are spread over more than 10,000 locations nationwide. These pumps are also exported to almost 150 countries and regions across Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and South America.
9. Shuanglun
Country: China
Founded: 1952
Products: Fire pump, slurry pump, centrifugal pump, water pump, booster pump
About the company:
Shuanglun, founded in 1952, is a well-known pump brand in China, committed to providing high-quality and perfect fluid system solutions.
Shandong Shuanglun Co., Ltd. specializes in R&D and manufacturing of centrifugal pumps and complete sets of pumps, offering fluid system solutions for energy, chemical industry, metallurgy, water conservancy, transportation, urban construction, and other fields. The company has earned a high reputation in industrial circulating water, urban water supply and drainage, rail transit, fire protection, HVAC, and other sectors.
Since 1952, the company has been adhering to the business philosophy of “our work is to meet all the needs of users,” providing users with stable and reliable products.
Building upon its traditional accumulation, Shuanglun continues to make breakthroughs and innovations and leads the industry in product energy conservation and intelligence.
The company has established technology R&D and innovation platforms, such as the National Certified Enterprise Technology Center, postdoctoral research workstation, and the National Accreditation Laboratory (CNAS). With over 100 patents for inventions and utility models, Shuanglun is committed to developing advanced technologies and offering the best solutions to its customers.
Currently, the company has three manufacturing parks dedicated to general-purpose pumps, petrochemical power station pumps, and material molding. These parks cover an area of more than 400,000 square meters and have the ability to independently manufacture the entire process, including model making, casting, processing, assembly, and testing.
Shuanglun has four subsidiaries: Shandong Shuanglun Emco Pump Co., Ltd., Shandong Shuanglun Energy Saving Technology Co., Ltd., Shandong Shuanglun Engineering Technology Co., Ltd., and Pangpai Intelligent Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. The company has more than 1000 employees.
With over 120 offices and more than 50 joint marketing and service institutions in large and medium-sized cities across the country, as well as several overseas offices in North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Shuanglun has established a global marketing and service network.
The company’s corporate mission is “creating customer value, realizing employees’ dreams, and sharing social responsibility.” Shuanglun focuses on sustainable development and offers users products and intelligent system solutions.
10. C.B
Country: China
Founded: 1951
Products: Large vertical diagonal flow pump, vertical condensate pump, nuclear power pump, marine dredge pump, concrete volute pump, heat supply network circulating pump, split pump, vertical volute pump, single-stage double suction centrifugal pump, axial flow pump, submersible electric pump, multi-stage pump, cantilever pump, mud pump, non blocking pump, sewage pump
About the company:
Hunan XEMC Changsha Pump Co., Ltd., formerly known as Changsha Pump Factory, was founded in 1951 and has dedicated nearly 70 years to researching, developing, and manufacturing pump products.
Since the 1980s, the company has pursued a path of introducing and independently innovating products. It has established solid technical cooperation relations with internationally renowned pump companies such as Flowserve, Ingersol Rand, Ellicott, Ebara, Hitachi, Kubota, Marper, and Netherlands.
Currently, the company’s products consist of over 50 series, more than 1000 varieties, and more than 2500 specifications. These products find widespread use in various fields, such as energy, finance, chemical industry, national defense and military industry, building materials, light textile, urban construction, machinery, agricultural irrigation and drainage, and environmental protection. The products sell well in over 50 countries and regions.
Over the years, Hunan XEMC Changsha Pump Co., Ltd. has received nearly 50 scientific research awards. These include:
- The mechanical equipment of a 520,000-ton CO2 stripping urea plant won the first prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award.
- The research, development, promotion, and application of axial (mixed) flow pumps for large and medium-sized water conservancy projects won the first prize of the Science and Technology Progress Award of the China Federation of Commerce.
- The technology development of dual-phase stainless steel impellers for seawater circulating pumps of a million-kilowatt nuclear power plant won the second prize of the Science and Technology Award of China’s machinery industry.
- The theoretical research and engineering application of nonlinear circulation design of axial flow pumps won the second prize of Science and Technology of China Federation of Machinery Industry and China Society of Mechanical Engineering.
- The design and manufacturing technology of conventional island circulating water pump for the “Guohe No.1 Demonstration Project” won the third prize of Hunan Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award.
- The 28QZ-7.0 axial flow submersible electric pump won the national new product certificate, and the 69APMA vertical diagonal flow pump and large thermal power unit complete equipment won the national major technical equipment achievement award.
- The 200D43 mine drainage pump won the energy-saving product award.
- The S150-50 single-stage double suction centrifugal pump won the high-quality product award, and the vertical diagonal flow seawater circulation, 100FN-65 type molten urea pump, etc. won the municipal science and technology progress award.
Hunan XEMC Changsha Pump Co., Ltd.’s products have been recognized with awards for excellent mechanical and electrical equipment and excellent suppliers in major national engineering projects such as Dongshen Engineering, Baosteel Engineering, Shanghai Raw Water, and Shandong Electric Power.
The company’s C.B brand product logo has been rated as “a trustworthy brand for consumers in Hunan Province”.
the LK (B) series vertical diagonal flow pump, A.B.C series vertical multistage condensate pump, XJ series split centrifugal clean water pump, SG series efficient split pump, and YJ (G) series Yuanjiang pump.
The company is committed to product structure adjustment and has participated in several national major science and technology projects. It has developed a range of products, such as a million-kilowatt class conventional island concrete spiral case pump, AP1000 vertical diagonal flow pump, condensate pump, waste heat removal pump, CAP1400 circulating water pump, waste heat removal pump, plant water pump, large Chenjiang pump, and horizontal condensate pump.
Notably, the CAP1400 circulating water pump is the first set with independent intellectual property rights developed in China.
At the end of 2009, the company moved to Changsha Lugu High tech Development Zone. It now possesses complete technology, equipment, production capacity, and management system.
With the aid of 3D CAD, CAPP, ERP, and CAE, PDM, CAM network technology, the company has realized informatization from design, manufacturing to management and service.
Hunan XEMC Changsha Pump Co., Ltd. is equipped with a water pump testing center and high-precision testing instruments, first-class processing, assembly, testing capabilities, post-casting, post-welding treatment, heat treatment capabilities, and analytical testing means. The company can produce up to 5000 large pump products annually.
The company has a perfect quality assurance system and holds certifications such as ISO9001 quality assurance system certification, ISO14001 environmental management system, and OHSAS18001 occupational health and safety management system certification, ISO10012-1 measurement and detection system certification, equipment research and production, manufacturing qualification license, civil nuclear safety equipment design license, and manufacturing license issued by the National Nuclear Safety Administration.
Currently, the company has adjusted its product structure, consolidated the traditional market, and developed high-end products for nuclear power, petrochemical, environmental protection, special projects, and other fields.
The company follows the concept of serving the country with industry and takes the revitalization of the major equipment industry as its responsibility. It is passionate and persevering towards the goal of leading the industry and becoming world-famous.
II. Factors to Consider When Choosing a Centrifugal Pump Manufacturer
As I researched the top centrifugal pump manufacturers, I realized that choosing the right manufacturer is crucial for ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your pump. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a centrifugal pump manufacturer.
1. Quality Standards
The first thing I consider when choosing a centrifugal pump manufacturer is their quality standards. It is important to ensure that the manufacturer follows industry standards and regulations. Look for manufacturers with certifications such as ISO 9001 or API 610, which ensure that the manufacturer follows strict quality control measures.
2. Product Range
Another important factor to consider is the product range of the manufacturer. The manufacturer should offer a wide range of pumps that can cater to different applications and industries. This ensures that you can find the right pump for your specific needs. Look for manufacturers that offer pumps with different capacities, materials, and designs.
3. Customization Options
The third factor to consider is the customization options offered by the manufacturer. It is important to choose a manufacturer that can customize pumps to meet your specific requirements. Look for manufacturers that offer customization options such as material selection, impeller design, and motor specifications.
4. After-Sales Support
Lastly, it is important to consider the after-sales support provided by the manufacturer. Look for manufacturers that offer technical support, maintenance services, and spare parts. This ensures that you can get the support you need in case of any issues with the pump.
In conclusion, when choosing a centrifugal pump manufacturer, consider their quality standards, product range, customization options, and after-sales support. These factors will help you select a manufacturer that can provide you with a reliable and efficient pump.
