What types of pumps does GEA offer?

The portfolio ranges from hygienic centrifugal pumps and self-priming pumps to positive displacement pumps .

For which industries are GEA Hygienic Pumps suitable?

GEA Hilge pumps are used in the beverage, food, dairy, and pharmaceutical industries, meeting the highest requirements for hygiene, product integrity, and process reliability.

What are the benefits of GEA Hygienic Pumps?

GEA Hygienic pumps combine gentle product handling, high reliability, energy-efficient operation, and a hygienic design to ensure safe and efficient production processes.

Can the pumps be customized to individual process requirements?

Yes. Various connection options, sealing systems, materials, installation configurations, and motor options allow the pumps to be tailored to specific process requirements and customer needs.

Which hygienic standards do the pumps meet?

Depending on the product range, the pumps are CIP- and SIP-capable and can be supplied with certifications such as EHEDG, 3-A, and FDA.

Which media can be handled by GEA hygienic pumps?

GEA hygienic pumps are suitable for a wide range of liquid media, including beverages, dairy products, new food, pharmaceutical products, and other hygienically sensitive liquids, as well as highly viscous products such as sauces, yogurt, and cosmetics.

Are the pumps suitable for CIP and SIP cleaning?

Yes. Specially designed hygienic constructions enable efficient cleaning and sterilization within the process.

How do I determine the optimal pump size?

Pump selection is based on parameters such as flow rate, pressure, media characteristics, temperature, and hygiene requirements. GEA supports customers in sizing and configuring the optimal solution for their specific application.

What is the lead time for GEA pumps?

Lead times depend on the pump type, application, and level of customization required. To optimize delivery times, GEA offers its Assemble-to-Order (ATO) Program .

Are pumps available for high-pressure applications?

Yes. The GEA Hilge HYGIA H series is designed for system pressures of up to 64 bar and is commonly used in applications such as filtration processes.

How easy are the pumps to maintain?

GEA Hilge pumps are designed for simple and efficient maintenance. Quick access to wear parts enables faster inspections and service work, helping to minimize downtime. For additional support, explore our collection of service videos , featuring practical guidance on maintenance, disassembly, and pump servicing.

Do I receive support for service and spare parts?

Yes. GEA provides worldwide service, maintenance, spare parts supply, and technical support through its global service network.

GEA Hygienic Pumps are the heart of every process

The world never stands still. Supply chains evolve, consumer preferences shift, and production demands change faster than ever. Manufacturers must adapt instantly - without compromising efficiency, product quality, or uptime.

One moment the line is processing one product, the next it is switching to another.

GEA Hilge Hygienic Pumps are built for exactly these challenges. Designed for reliable performance under demanding and changing process conditions, they deliver efficiency, hygiene, and operational continuity when it matters most.

As the world accelerates, GEA Hilge pumps keep production moving.

PROVEN. EVERY DAY.

Whatever Changes. We Keep You Moving.

No two processes are the same. Some require maximum flexibility, others demand high pressure, self-priming performance, or gentle handling of viscous products. That's why GEA offers a complete portfolio of hygienic pump technologies designed to keep production running efficiently, safely, and reliably under changing conditions.

Single-Stage Pumps

The versatile all-rounders for hygienic production. From standard applications to demanding processes and high-pressure systems, GEA single-stage pumps combine efficiency, reliability, and maximum flexibility for food, beverage, dairy, and pharmaceutical applications. Products: > HYGIA > HYGIA H > TP > MAXA

Multi-Stage Pumps

When applications require higher pump heads and maximum process reliability, GEA multi-stage pumps deliver compact performance with hygienic design. Ideal for demanding pharmaceutical processes as well as standard dairy and beverage applications. Products: > CONTRA > DURIETTA

Self-Priming Pumps

Designed to handle product and media with high gas content with equal confidence. GEA self-priming pumps simplify CIP return, tank emptying, and product transfer while reducing system complexity and helping keep operations running smoothly. Products: > SIPLA > TPS

Positive Displacement Pumps

For sensitive, viscous, or particulate products, GEA positive displacement pumps ensure gentle product handling while maintaining efficiency and hygiene. Ideal for preserving product quality from production to cleaning. Products: > NOVATWIN+ > NOVALOBE 

ATO – Your Pump Solution: Fast, Flexible, and Reliable

Fast:

With our Assembly-to-Order model, you benefit from maximum efficiency: all components of our defined pump program are available from stock and ready for assembly for optimized delivery times.

Flexible:

Choose out of our single-stage, multi-stage or side-channel program the suitable pumps for your demands. We offer a variety of executions in the defined pump program for the HYIGA, SIPLA, CONTRA, TPS, TPS and DURIETTA range.

Reliable:

Your pump is individually put together after your order - precisely, according to your needs, and in the highest quality you expect from us.

Explore our ATO pumps now.

ATO program

GEA Hilge Service Excellence

GEA Hilge offers a comprehensive service portfolio designed to maximize the performance, reliability, and lifetime of hygienic pump systems.

Technical Expertise

Our experienced specialists provide expert support across the entire equipment lifecycle - from commissioning and troubleshooting to process optimization and upgrades - on site or remote!

Professional Repair Shop Services

GEA Hilge repair centers deliver fast, manufacturer-approved maintenance and repair services using genuine spare parts and standardized procedures. This ensures reliable pump performance, reduced downtime, and extended equipment life.

Lifecycle Support

With preventive maintenance, spare parts management, health checks, and modernization solutions, GEA Hilge helps you to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant production processes.

Customized Training Programs

We offer practical training for operators, maintenance teams, and engineers, covering pump operation, maintenance best practices, troubleshooting, and hygienic processing. Get in touch with us!

300.000

Over 300.000 installed GEA Hygienic pumps worldwide

Over 65 years of pump expertise at GEA Hilge

100%

100% of all pumps are tested on our test bench before they leave production

Customer stories

Being very low hygroscopic the alternative sugar isomaltulose (Palatinose™) is used in the production of various foods and beverages such as baked goods, breakfast cereals, dairy products, fruit juice drinks, sports nutrition as well as confectionery. Picture: © BENEO

HYGIA pumps prove versatility in isomaltulose production

BENEO has built a state-of-the-art, energy-saving evaporation unit in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate.

GEA Hilge HYGIA pump from 1972 | Quality pays dividends

Based in Bischberg in the German region of Franconia, the Hausbrauerei Zur Sonne may be a microbrewery but the modern family business takes a macro view of technology.

GEA Hilge HYGIA pumps at Bear Republic Brewery

GEA Hilge HYGIA pumps allow Bear Republic Brewery to focus on efficiency and stay competitive in a mature market.

GEA Hilge CONTRA pumps at Vetter Pharma

In order to minimize the risk of downtime and guarantee maximum availability, Vetter preferred to rely on brand-name manufacturers for the installed pumps.

Built to last – 60 years of HYGIA premium hygienic pumps

In breweries, dairies and pharma plants alike, the GEA Hilge HYGIA just keeps on going and going.

Proven. Every Day.