{"id":3565,"date":"2026-10-16T09:10:17","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T07:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/?p=3565"},"modified":"2026-10-16T12:49:29","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T10:49:29","slug":"lobe-progressing-cavity-or-twin-screw-pump-which-one-should-you-choose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/lobe-progressing-cavity-or-twin-screw-pump-which-one-should-you-choose\/","title":{"rendered":"Lobe, Progressing Cavity or Twin Screw Pump: Which One Should You Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>A technical comparison of pumping technologies for viscous, shear-sensitive, abrasive and solids-laden fluids<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3512 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"MONOVITE vs LOBI vs DOPPIA VITE\" width=\"2560\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-300x63.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-1024x215.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-768x161.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-1536x322.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pompa-a-lobi-VS-MONOVITE-VS-DOPPAI-VITE-2048x429.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When selecting a pump for an industrial process, the question should not simply be <strong>&#8220;Which pump is best?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The right question is:<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8220;Which pumping technology is best suited to my fluid and my process conditions?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rotary lobe pumps, progressing cavity pumps and twin screw pumps are all positive displacement solutions, but they differ in design and performance.<\/p>\n<p>Viscosity, pressure, temperature, solids content, abrasiveness, fibers, shear sensitivity, hygienic requirements and cleaning needs are some of the parameters that drive the selection.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide we compare the three technologies in a technical and impartial way, highlighting the advantages and limitations of each.<\/p>\n<h2>Rotary lobe vs progressing cavity vs twin screw pump<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Rotary lobe vs progressing cavity vs twin screw pump<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Rotary lobe pump<\/th>\n<th>Progressing cavity pump<\/th>\n<th>Twin screw pump<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Low-viscosity fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Viscous fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Highly viscous fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1 Case by case<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fluids with solids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fibers and fibrous products<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Abrasive fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1 \u00a0Case by case<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shear-sensitive products<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Low pulsation<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2Very low<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Extremely low<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suction capability<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Metering via speed control<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Food applications<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pharmaceutical applications<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1 Configuration-dependent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CIP<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent in dedicated versions<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1 Configuration-dependent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent in dedicated versions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Variable process conditions<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Very good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Difficult fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Good<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Process complexity<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1 Low\/medium<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Medium<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Medium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Typical applications<\/td>\n<td>Food, cosmetics, pharmaceutical<\/td>\n<td>Industrial, environmental, food, chemical<\/td>\n<td>Food, pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><em>Note: this comparison is indicative. Actual performance depends on pump configuration, materials, rotational speed and the specific properties of the fluid.<\/em><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Product<\/th>\n<th>Rotary lobe pump<\/th>\n<th>Progressing cavity pump<\/th>\n<th>Twin screw pump<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Milk<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cream<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Yogurt<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Creams and custards<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gels<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sauces<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pur\u00e9es<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Concentrates<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Jams<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Products with particulates<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fibrous products<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sludge<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Abrasive fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>High-viscosity fluids<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Oils and fats<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chemicals<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Detergents<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cosmetic products<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pharmaceutical products<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe1<\/td>\n<td>\ud83d\udfe2 Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LOBI.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"193\" height=\"154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LOBI.jpg 478w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LOBI-300x240.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2>Rotary lobe pump: when is it the right choice?<\/h2>\n<p>The rotary lobe pump is a well-established technology, particularly in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries and in hygienic applications in general.<\/p>\n<p>Its operating principle allows relatively gentle product transfer, an important feature when the fluid must not be exposed to excessive mechanical stress.<\/p>\n<h3>Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Gentle product handling<\/li>\n<li>Excellent solution for hygienic applications<\/li>\n<li>Good handling of viscous products<\/li>\n<li>Can transfer products containing particulates<\/li>\n<li>Widely used in the food industry<\/li>\n<li>Designs engineered for cleaning and sanitization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to consider<\/h3>\n<p>As viscosity, pressure, abrasiveness or solids content increase, the pump configuration must be carefully verified.<\/p>\n<p>Particle size and nature, suction conditions and rotational speed can significantly affect performance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to consider it:<\/strong> when the process mainly requires gentle transfer, hygiene and a proven technology.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/monovite.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"515\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/monovite.jpg 1064w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/monovite-300x89.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/monovite-1024x302.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/monovite-768x227.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2>Progressing cavity pump: when is it the right choice?<\/h2>\n<p>The progressing cavity pump, also known as a single screw pump, is especially valued when the fluid becomes difficult to handle.<\/p>\n<p>High viscosity, solids, fibers, abrasiveness and variable process conditions are all situations in which this technology can offer major advantages.<\/p>\n<p>Its operating principle creates a series of progressing cavities that convey the product from the suction port to the discharge.<\/p>\n<h3>Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>High capability with viscous fluids<\/li>\n<li>Excellent solution for solids-laden fluids<\/li>\n<li>Suitable for fibrous products<\/li>\n<li>Good handling of abrasive fluids with the correct configuration<\/li>\n<li>Smooth, steady flow<\/li>\n<li>Excellent suction capability<\/li>\n<li>Flow rate control via speed<\/li>\n<li>Also suitable for metering applications<\/li>\n<li>Extensive customization of materials and configurations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to consider<\/h3>\n<p>In a progressing cavity pump, the stator is a key component.<\/p>\n<p>The elastomer must be selected based on temperature, chemical compatibility, abrasiveness and fluid properties.<\/p>\n<p>Dry running must also be carefully avoided or managed with suitable protection systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to consider it:<\/strong> when the fluid is viscous, abrasive, fibrous, contains solids or has properties that are challenging for other technologies.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doppia-vite.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"439\" height=\"244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doppia-vite.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doppia-vite-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doppia-vite-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 439px) 100vw, 439px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2>Twin screw pump: when is it the right choice?<\/h2>\n<p>The twin screw pump is a particularly attractive solution when you need to combine flexibility, low pulsation, strong suction capability and the ability to handle a wide range of fluids.<\/p>\n<p>The two screws rotate in sync, forming pumping chambers that convey the product continuously.<\/p>\n<p>One of its most valuable features is the ability to use the same pump under different operating conditions, where the design and configuration allow it.<\/p>\n<h3>Advantages<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Extremely smooth flow<\/li>\n<li>Low pulsation<\/li>\n<li>Excellent suction capability<\/li>\n<li>Wide viscosity range<\/li>\n<li>Good handling of products containing particulates<\/li>\n<li>Gentle product handling<\/li>\n<li>High process flexibility<\/li>\n<li>Suitable for hygienic applications<\/li>\n<li>CIP-ready in dedicated configurations<\/li>\n<li>Handles different operating conditions with the same machine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to consider<\/h3>\n<p>The twin screw pump is a sophisticated technology and must be correctly sized.<\/p>\n<p>Screw geometry, speed, materials and seals must be selected according to the fluid and the process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to consider it:<\/strong> when the application simultaneously requires high flexibility, low pulsation, good suction capability and demanding hygienic or process requirements.<\/p>\n<h3>Progressing cavity or twin screw?<\/h3>\n<p>This is often the real decision when process conditions are particularly demanding.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Requirement<\/th>\n<th>Rotary lobe<\/th>\n<th>Progressing cavity<\/th>\n<th>Twin screw<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>High viscosity<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fluids with solids<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Abrasive fluids<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fibrous fluids<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Metering<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Low pulsation<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suction<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hygienic applications<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CIP<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Process flexibility<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shear-sensitive products<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>In short<\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>progressing cavity pump<\/strong> can be especially advantageous when the fluid is difficult: viscous, abrasive, fibrous or high in solids.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>twin screw pump<\/strong> can be especially advantageous when the process requires flexibility, low pulsation, high suction performance and demanding hygienic standards.<\/p>\n<h3>There is no single best technology<\/h3>\n<p>It is important not to base the decision on pump type alone.<\/p>\n<p>A rotary lobe pump may be the best solution for one process.<\/p>\n<p>A progressing cavity pump may be better suited to another.<\/p>\n<p>A twin screw pump can offer significant advantages in applications that require several characteristics at once.<\/p>\n<p>The right choice comes from analyzing <strong>fluid + process + operating conditions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>How to choose the right pump<\/h2>\n<h3>Before sizing a pump, you need to know at least the following:<\/h3>\n<h3>Fluid properties<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Viscosity<\/li>\n<li>Density<\/li>\n<li>Temperature<\/li>\n<li>Presence of solids<\/li>\n<li>Particle size<\/li>\n<li>Solids content (%)<\/li>\n<li>Abrasiveness<\/li>\n<li>Presence of fibers<\/li>\n<li>Shear sensitivity<\/li>\n<li>Chemical compatibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>System data<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Required flow rate<\/li>\n<li>Discharge pressure<\/li>\n<li>Suction lift<\/li>\n<li>Pipe length<\/li>\n<li>Pipe diameter<\/li>\n<li>Number and type of bends<\/li>\n<li>Process temperature<\/li>\n<li>Suction conditions<\/li>\n<li>Start\/stop frequency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Process requirements<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>CIP<\/li>\n<li>SIP<\/li>\n<li>Sanitary requirements<\/li>\n<li>Metering<\/li>\n<li>Flow rate control<\/li>\n<li>Continuous or intermittent duty<\/li>\n<li>Reversible flow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The right technology is the one that solves your process challenge<\/h2>\n<p>Nova Rotors develops pumping solutions based primarily on progressing cavity and twin screw technology, for industrial, food, chemical and environmental applications and for high-viscosity fluids.<\/p>\n<p>This does not mean that rotary lobe pumps lack their own field of application.<\/p>\n<p>It means that every technology must be assessed on what it can actually deliver.<\/p>\n<h3>That is why a technical comparison of different technologies is the best starting point for an informed decision.<\/h3>\n<h3>Have a fluid that&#8217;s hard to pump?<\/h3>\n<p>Share your product and system data with our engineers.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll help you identify the technology and configuration best suited to your application.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Request a technical assessment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novarotors.it\/pumps\/map\/\"><strong>CONTACT US<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>(Flow rate, pressure, viscosity, temperature and fluid properties are enough to get the assessment started.)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a 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