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Nova Rotors, an Italian company and leader since 1990 in the construction of industrial pumps, presents its complete range of helical pumps designed to ensure efficiency and reliability in the most demanding industrial processes. Nova Rotors helical pumps comprise two innovative technologies: the Diamond series single screw pumps, which use a single helical rotor for the progressive cavity principle, and the Raptor series twin screw pumps, which employ two synchronized helical rotors for sanitary applications. Distributed worldwide, these solutions find application in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, wine-making and water treatment sectors, where delicate and precise fluid handling is fundamental to the quality of the production process. The combination of construction robustness, application versatility and compliance with the most stringent regulations makes Nova Rotors helical pumps the ideal choice for companies seeking durable and high-performance pumping solutions.

Nova Rotors helical pumps are based on advanced technologies that use helical rotors to ensure uniform and continuous fluid transfer, eliminating the pulsations typical of other pumping systems.

Progressive cavity single screw technology

The Diamond series single screw pumps use a helical rotor that rotates inside an elastomeric stator, creating sealed cavities that move progressively along the pump axis. This innovative progressive cavity principle ensures uniform and continuous fluid transfer, eliminating pulsations and ensuring precise flow control for the most demanding industrial applications.

The helical design of the rotor allows effective handling of viscous fluids, products containing solid particles, abrasive substances and temperature-sensitive liquids, making these helical pumps particularly versatile for various industrial sectors.

Synchronized twin screw technology

The Raptor twin screw pumps of the HTS series represent the evolution of helical pumps for sanitary applications. They use a system with two synchronized helical rotors that rotate in opposite directions inside a shaped chamber, creating uniform and gentle fluid transfer without contamination.

The helical twin screw technology incorporated in Raptor pumps ensures a completely sanitary design, with smooth surfaces free from stagnation zones, making these pumps the ideal solution for applications requiring maximum hygienic standards.

Nova Rotors helical pumps product range

Diamond single screw series

The Diamond helical single screw pumps stand out for their extraordinary application flexibility, proving to be the ideal solution for pumping a wide range of industrial fluids.

N series industrial pumps

  • Designed according to the most demanding regulations, they meet API 676 standard requirements
  • Suitable for pumping viscous and non-viscous products, with or without solids of any nature
  • Available in DN, JN and FN configurations for different coupling requirements
  • Wide choice of alloys and stainless steels, including corrosion-resistant options

X series sanitary pumps

  • Designed according to the most severe sanitary regulations for the food sector
  • Design completely free from dead zones and stagnation for optimal sanitization
  • 3A sanitary standard certification and CE 1935/2004 (MOCA) compliance
  • Sanitizable thanks to integrated washing chips for CIP (Clean-In-Place) procedures

M series dosing pumps

  • Specifically designed for precision dosing of complex fluids
  • Accurate and constant control without pulsations
  • Ideal for applications requiring maximum dosing precision
  • Repeatability in dosing processes with maintenance of fluid characteristics

Raptor twin screw series

The Raptor HTS series helical twin screw pumps represent the pinnacle of technological innovation in the sanitary pumping sector, specifically designed to ensure absolute hygiene levels in the most critical industrial processes.

Distinctive characteristics

  • Two synchronized helical rotors for gentle transfer without contamination
  • Hygienic design with easily dismountable components for CIP and SIP operations
  • Compliance with 3A, CE 1935/2004, HACCP, FDA, EHEDG and GMP certifications
  • Materials certified for food and pharmaceutical contact

Application sectors for helical pumps

Food and beverage industry

Nova Rotors helical pumps excel in the food sector thanks to their ability to preserve the organoleptic integrity of products during transfer.

Specific applications

  • Handling of batters, creams and viscous mixtures
  • Transfer of delicate products such as yogurt with fruit pieces
  • Pumping of beverages, juices and food liquids
  • Precise dosing of additives, enzymes and solutions for mixing

Wine-making sector

Helical pumps are particularly appreciated in the wine sector for their ability to transfer wines and musts while preserving their organoleptic characteristics.

Advantages in the wine sector

  • Gentle transfer without mechanical stress to the product
  • Absence of pulsations that could alter the wine structure
  • Resistance to acids naturally present in wine
  • Easy sanitization between different grape varieties

Pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry

In the pharmaceutical sector, helical pumps ensure precise transfer of sensitive active ingredients, gels, creams and syrups, maintaining compliance with rigorous regulations such as GMP and FDA.

Water treatment and industrial applications

Industrial helical pumps are ideal for treating wastewater, sludge and fluids containing solid particles, ensuring operational efficiency even in demanding conditions.

Technical advantages of helical pumps

Superior performance

  • Pulsation-free transfer: helical movement ensures continuous and uniform flow
  • Complex fluid handling: ability to pump viscous, abrasive and solid-containing products
  • Precise flow rate control: ideal for dosing and gentle transfer applications
  • Energy efficiency: design optimized to reduce operational consumption

Construction robustness

  • High-quality materials: AISI 304 and AISI 316 stainless steels, special corrosion-resistant alloys
  • Wear-resistant components: designed for long operational life
  • Modular design: facilitates maintenance and customization
  • Operational versatility: adaptability to different process conditions

Regulatory compliance

Nova Rotors helical pumps meet the most stringent regulations of application sectors:

  • Food certifications: 3A sanitary standard, CE 1935/2004, HACCP, FDA
  • Pharmaceutical standards: GMP, EHEDG for hygienic design
  • Industrial regulations: API 676 for petroleum and chemical applications

Customization and technical support

Nova Rotors, with over 30 years of experience in the sector, offers customized solutions for helical pumps that meet the specific needs of each customer. Each helical pump is designed considering the peculiarities of the final application, ensuring a durable and high-performance investment.

Specialized technical support accompanies the customer from the design phase to installation, ensuring performance optimization for each specific industrial application. International distribution allows for assistance and spare parts worldwide, ensuring operational continuity wherever the plants are located.

Innovation and sustainability

Nova Rotors helical pumps represent technological evolution in industrial pumping, combining operational efficiency and environmental respect. Advanced design allows reducing energy consumption without compromising performance, optimizing operational costs and minimizing environmental impact.

The Italian company continues to invest in research and development to offer increasingly innovative solutions, maintaining technological leadership in the helical pump sector for critical industrial applications.

Choosing Nova Rotors helical pumps means investing in advanced technological solutions that combine superior performance, operational reliability and regulatory compliance. The complete range of single screw and twin screw helical pumps offers the ideal solution for any industrial pumping requirement, from the food sector to pharmaceuticals, from wine-making to water treatment.

The thirty-year experience of the Italian company, combined with worldwide product distribution, guarantees complete service and cutting-edge solutions for every industrial sector. Nova Rotors helical pumps represent the perfect synthesis between Italian construction tradition and technological innovation, offering exceptional performance and superior operational durability to optimize any industrial production process.