CLASSIFICATION OF PUMPS

Pumps are divided into 2 major categories: Dynamic and Positive Displacement (aka Displacement).

Following is some of the pumps under both categories (it is impossible to list all):

Following is some of the pumps under both categories (it is impossible to list all):

• Dynamic
  • Centrifugal pumps
  • Vertical centrifugal pumps
  • Horizontal centrifugal pumps
  • Submersible pumps
  • Fire hydrant systems
• Positive Displacement
  • Diaphragm pumps
  • Gear pumps
  • Peristaltic Pumps
  • Lobe pumps
  • Piston Pumps