Kecol Pumping Systems

Viscous Pumps

What are Viscous Pumps and What are they used for?

Vertical, horizontal or wall mounted viscous pumps and stubby pumps are Piston Pumps which are ideal for moving or transferring high viscosity liquids and pastes. They are clean quiet and efficient. Viscous Pumps and Stubby pumps can be stalled without damage.

Kecol manufacture a range of Air Powered Stubby Piston Pumps to suit standard and non standard Drums, Containers or IBC’s. Maximum delivery output and pressure 130 L/Min. and 175 Bar.

Stubby Length pump tube in 316L stainless steel – available in tie rod construction & ‘Hygienic’ Clamp Type construction.

Hygienic Viscous Pumps

Capacity: Up to 130 Litre/min

Solids: Up to 15mm Solids

Pressure: Up to 175 Bar

Ports: Available in BSP(F) and Clamp connections

Accessories: Trolleys – Adjustable Stroke Air Motors

Industrial Viscous Pumps

Capacity: Up to 130 Litre/min

Solids: Up to 15mm Solids

Pressure: Up to 175 Bar

Ports: Available in BSP(F) and Clamp connections

Accessories: Trolleys – Adjustable Stroke Air Motors

Kecol's Viscous Pumps
Features & Benefits

KECOL PowerPrime Pumps

Kecol MaxiPrime Pumps

KECOL MEGAPRIME Pumps

Typical Applications

Kecol's Prime VISCOUS Pumps
POWERPRIME - MAXIPRIME - MEGAPRIME

PowerPrime, MaxiPrime and MegaPrime Pumps are designed for high viscosity materials and thicker pastes.
Kecol’s pumps are designed to move high viscosity liquids and pastes up to 150,000 cPs even when pumped cold.

Ultimate Guide to Viscous Pumps 💧 – KECOL Pumping Systems

Viscous pumps (or high-viscosity pumps) are engineered to transfer thick, sticky, shear-sensitive, or abrasive fluids—from honey and peanut butter to heavy oils, slurries, and tars.
Unlike centrifugal pumps, they use positive displacement (PD) mechanisms (e.g., piston, diaphragm, screw, gear, peristaltic) to generate high pressure and smooth, consistent flow—even at low speeds,
At KECOL, our portfolio includes stainless-steel piston, diaphragm, rotary-lobe, progressive cavity, twin‑screw, and gear pumps, all tailored for viscous operations.
Why You Need a Viscous Pump from KECOL:
Unrivalled Fluid Handling Designed for fluids from tomato purée to molten sugar (> 500 cSt),
our PD pumps offer reliable, low-shear performance Customized Configuration.
We analyze viscosity, flow rate, shear sensitivity, abrasion, and feed conditions to select the best pump type—piston, twin-screw, diaphragm, peristaltic or gear.
Hygiene & Compliance
UK-manufactured in 316L stainless steel with EHEDG / 3-A / FDA-grade options, compatible with CIP/SIP and caustic cleaning
Precision & Reliability
Built to ISO 9001 standards, our pumps meet exacting performance specs in harsher environments.
Pumps in Action: Real-World Examples:
Food & Beverage: From sauces and jelly to cake batters and oils — our pumps ensure texture and taste integrity
Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals: Accurate dosing of creams, lotions, gels with minimal shear.
Chemical & Slurry: Handling adhesives, tars, resins, mine slurries, and heavy oils.
Why KECOL Leads the UK Market Full-service partner – From system design and build to aftercare and maintenance. ISO 9001 excellence – Commitment to quality and traceability.

Local support – UK-based manufacturing, global distribution, responsive service - call +44 (0)1746 764311
Your Next Step ➤
Assess your fluid’s viscosity, flow rate, temperature, and abrasiveness.
Contact KECOL with process specs or schedule a FREE consultation.
Get custom guidance on choosing between piston, diaphragm, gear, twin-screw or peristaltic systems.

Start pumping smarter today — call +44 1746 764311 or email sales@kecol.co.uk https://kecol.co.uk
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