Flygt high-capacity pumping systems
Delivering reliable, efficient, high-capacity pumping for municipal and industrial applications through a comprehensive range of submersible centrifugal, mixed-flow, and axial-flow pumps.
High-volume pumps for wastewater, stormwater and clean water
Reliability and efficiency—for the long haul
High-capacity pumping systems operate in demanding environments where debris-related clogging, energy consumption, aging infrastructure, and reliability concerns can significantly impact performance and operating costs. Utilities and industries need pumping solutions that maintain efficiency, minimize downtime, support modernization efforts, and simplify maintenance, helping ensure dependable operation throughout a lifecycle that can span 25 to 40 years or more.
Backed by decades of innovation and expert engineering, Flygt pumps deliver on these requirements, demonstrated by proven installations around the globe.
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Wastewater collection and conveyance
Flygt N-technology pumps deliver reliable non-clog pumping and sustained efficiency for large wastewater lift stations and headworks handling sewage, wipes and rags.
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Stormwater and flood control
Flygt propeller, mixed-flow and centrifugal pumps handle large flows, debris and fluctuating conditions to protect communities and infrastructure from flooding.
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Water intake systems
Flygt pumps deliver reliable operation and low lifecycle costs for high-capacity raw water intake at municipal, industrial and power generation facilities.
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Irrigation
Flygt propeller and mixed-flow pumps deliver cost-effective, high-flow performance to move large volumes of water efficiently across irrigation applications
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Seawater intake
Flygt pumps withstand corrosive seawater environments with proven corrosion protection and engineered materials that maximize equipment life and system reliability.
Increase reliability and reduce energy consumption
Pump failures can lead to service interruptions, environmental incidents, flooding, and costly emergency repairs. To mitigate these risks, utilities and industrial operators require pumping equipment engineered for reliable, long-term performance.
The introduction of Flygt N-technology transformed wastewater pumping by combining high sustained efficiency with self-cleaning performance. By minimizing clogging and maintaining hydraulic efficiency over time, Flygt N-technology pumps reduce maintenance interventions and can deliver energy savings of 25% or more compared to conventional channel impeller pumps.
Give new life to aging infrastructure with retrofit-friendly designs
Many municipalities rely on pump stations built decades ago that were not designed to meet today's capacity, reliability, and monitoring requirements. Modernizing these facilities can be challenging, particularly when space constraints and budget limitations make major structural changes impractical. With their compact footprint and flexible installation options, Flygt submersible pumps provide an effective retrofit solution, helping utilities increase capacity, improve efficiency, and upgrade aging infrastructure while reducing costs and minimizing disruption to operations.
Transform maintenance planning with advanced condition monitoring
Unplanned pump failures can disrupt operations, increase maintenance costs, and create the risk of service interruptions, making early detection of developing issues critical for utilities and industrial operators. The Flygt MAS 801 monitoring system extends the proven reliability of Flygt pumping systems with 24/7 pump monitoring and continuous station health checks designed to identify developing issues before they result in costly failures.
With three-axis vibration monitoring, temperature measurement, current monitoring, leakage detection, alarms, and performance data, operators gain actionable insights into equipment condition and system performance. Advanced diagnostic capabilities and historical event logging support faster troubleshooting, proactive maintenance planning, and reduced unplanned downtime.
Simplify service with horizontal installation
High-capacity pumps often remain in service for 25 to 40 years or more, making ease of inspection, maintenance, repair, and long-term support critical considerations for operators.
Flygt's horizontal dry installation* (Z-installation) is designed to make centrifugal pump service and maintenance faster, safer, and more efficient. The innovative design allows the drive unit to be separated without disassembling the motor from the pump, enabling inspection time savings of up to 90% when accessing the impeller. A specially engineered service solution with a balanced lifting device ensures safe handling of both the motor and impeller, helping operators reduce maintenance downtime, improve worker safety, and simplify lifecycle service activities.
* A horizontal installation design is not offered on L and P-pumps.
Preserve your investment with effective motor cooling
Reliable motor cooling is essential to maintaining pump performance and maximizing equipment life. Flygt's Closed Loop Cooling (CLC) system is an internal cooling solution that is isolated from the pumped media, eliminating the risk of cooling system contamination that can lead to motor overheating.
Designed for demanding wastewater applications, Flygt CLC technology helps ensure dependable operation, protects critical components, and delivers industry-leading pumping performance in a wide range of installation environments.
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Frequently asked questions
High-capacity pumping systems are commonly used in municipal wastewater collection, stormwater management, flood control, water treatment, raw water intake, seawater intake, irrigation, and industrial water applications.
Flygt centrifugal pumps are available with discharge sizes up to 800 mm (32 in), depending on the impeller type and application requirements.
Flygt axial flow propeller pumps are available for discharge column diameters up to 1400 mm (56 in), while Flygt mixed-flow pumps are available for discharge column diameters up to 1200 mm (48 in).
Proper discharge size selection affects hydraulic performance, energy consumption, operating costs, and overall system efficiency. Factors such as flow requirements, total dynamic head, future capacity needs, and existing infrastructure should all be considered during pump selection.
Routine maintenance helps maximize reliability, reduce unplanned downtime, extend equipment life, and improve energy efficiency. Because high-capacity pumps often operate in critical infrastructure applications, proactive maintenance can help prevent costly failures and service disruptions. Refer to your pump’s Installation, Operation and Maintenance (IOM) Manual for recommended inspection and overhaul intervals.
Yes, Flygt pumping systems are frequently used in retrofit and modernization projects. Their compact submersible design can help utilities upgrade aging stations, increase pumping capacity, and improve operational performance while minimizing facility modifications.
With proper maintenance and service, high-capacity Flygt pumps commonly remain in operation for 25 to 40 years or longer.
Flygt N-technology features a patented self-cleaning hydraulic design that helps prevent clogging while maintaining high sustained efficiency. This design is particularly valuable in wastewater applications where wipes, rags, and other fibrous solids are common.
The Flygt MAS 801 pump monitoring system provides real-time operational data, vibration monitoring, leakage detection, temperature monitoring, alarms, and diagnostics to support proactive maintenance strategies.
Reducing lifecycle costs requires balancing pump efficiency, system design, reliability, maintenance requirements, and energy consumption. Xylem provides decades of expertise in pump system design and engineering. We can help you make informed decisions around pump selection, sizing and station design, securing the best possible flow conditions while minimizing sedimentation and pump station size. In-house design support includes computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, transient analysis, scale model testing and more. After installation, implementing a preventive maintenance program can significantly reduce total ownership costs over the life of the station.
Flygt combines decades of pumping expertise, a large installed base, advanced hydraulic technologies, application engineering support, monitoring solutions, and a comprehensive aftermarket service network to help customers achieve reliable, long-term pumping performance.