PumpEng
PumpEng is an Australian OEM that designs and manufactures all-metal submersible dewatering pumps for underground and surface mining. Founded in 2004 and acquired by Franklin Electric in February 2025, it operates through five branch offices across Australia and North America.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2004
- HeadquartersPerth, Australia
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What PumpEng does
PumpEng is an Australian-based global Original Equipment Manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and services submersible dewatering pumps for the underground and surface mining sector, with secondary exposure to mineral processing and civil construction. Founded in 2004 in Kalgoorlie by mine dewatering specialist Paul Meneghel and now headquartered in Forrestdale, Western Australia, the company built its brand around an "all-metal wet-end" design philosophy — using hardened ductile iron, duplex stainless steel, and high-chrome impellers rather than rubber or polyurethane linings — engineered to resist premature failure caused by shotcrete poly fibre, tramp material, and abrasive solids in underground mine sumps. Its core product portfolio comprises the JetGuard® (patented hydraulic water curtain against shotcrete fibre), Raptor®, Guardian®, MetalVest™ (high-head), ScatPump® (slurry with agitator), CanaryPump, and MiniScat lines, complemented by BIBO-compatible spare parts, pump hire at $15/day minimum, Service Exchange units at 60% of new-pump price, and full overhaul services compliant with AS2417.
PumpEng monetises through a hybrid model: direct hardware sales, a hire/rental channel that doubles as a customer-acquisition funnel, Service Exchange Agreements providing free replacement pumps during service intervals, and spare parts supply. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales across five branch offices (Forthdale, Kalgoorlie, Townsville, Adelaide, Twin Falls Idaho) with regional distributors (LMS in the US for JetGuard, Blackley Pipelines & Irrigation in Tasmania from July 2025). The proprietary "PumpEng Way" methodology — site inspection, data-driven pump selection, microchipped pumps for maintenance cost analysis, and quarterly performance reviews — anchors customer engagement and is reinforced by the PumpEng Triangle Guide colour-coded selection system. Customer evidence documents 100–400% improvements in mean time between failures, 12–20% production improvements, and AUD 20–50k quarterly maintenance cost savings at named enterprise accounts including Westgold Resources, Redpath, JTMEC, Pit N Portal, Nevada Copper, and Sumatra Copper & Gold.
In February 2025, Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:FELE, $2,131.3M FY2025 net sales) acquired PumpEng as a strategic addition to its industrial pump portfolio alongside the simultaneous Barnes de Colombia acquisition. The deal provides PumpEng with global distribution scale while preserving its Australian manufacturing base, brand, and operating structure across Australia, North America, and Southeast Asia.
PumpEng firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PumpEng
- Legal name
- PumpEng Pty Ltd
- Website
- https://pumpeng.com.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2004
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- PumpEng is an Australian OEM that designs and manufactures all-metal submersible dewatering pumps for underground and surface mining. Founded in 2004 and acquired by Franklin Electric in February 2025, it operates through five branch offices across Australia and North America.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PumpEng industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Mining Dewatering Pumps & Equipment
- NAICS
- Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Slurry, Dewatering & Process Pumps (Pumps, Valves, Piping for Mine/Plant) (IMAKANAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Specialty & Metering Pumps (IMAHANAC), Sewer Pump/Lift Stations & Wet Wells (EUANACAC)
Keywords
Where PumpEng is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Perth
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices5 records
Markets served
PumpEng business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Submersible Pump Sales: PumpEng designs, manufactures, and sells a range of submersible dewatering pumps (Raptor, JetGuard, Guardian, MetalVest, ScatPump) directly to mining companies, mining contractors, and process plants. Customers can purchase pumps outright. Pump sales are the primary revenue stream, supported by direct sales offices in Australia and North America.
- Pump Hire / Rental: PumpEng offers short-term and flexible hire of submersible pumps (excluding JetGuard). Hire rates start at $15/day with no minimum quantity and a fair wear & tear policy. The hire model serves as both a standalone revenue stream and a GTM acquisition tool — enabling mine operators to trial pumps obligation-free before committing to purchase.
- Service, Repair & Maintenance: PumpEng provides full pump overhaul, rebuild, and scheduled maintenance services across its entire product range. Services include programmable logic-controlled testing to AS2417 specifications. Customers can enter Service Exchange Agreements that provide free replacement pumps during service intervals, spare parts supply, and microchipping for full maintenance cost analysis.
- Spare Parts Supply: PumpEng stocks and supplies spare parts for all its pump models. Parts are guaranteed and interchangeable with traditional OEM BIBO ranges. As manufacturers, PumpEng can supply parts efficiently, minimising customer downtime while waiting for external suppliers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Usage-based | Monthly | Standard pump hire at $15/day |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Service Exchange (SX) pumps at 60% of new pump price |
| Subscription | Annual | Full-service agreement with free replacement pumps |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels8 records
PumpEng product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PumpEng designs, manufactures, assembles and supplies all-metal submersible dewatering and slurry pumps for the underground and surface mining sector. Its core product range covers JetGuard®, Raptor®, Guardian®, MetalVest™, ScatPump®, CanaryPump and MiniScat pumps, complemented by BIBO-compatible spare parts, a pump hire/rental channel and full pump service, repair, and overhaul capabilities, including the Service Exchange program. Its differentiating offering is the PumpEng Way, a data-driven mine dewatering methodology that combines site inspection, application engineering, colour-coded pump selection and quarterly performance reviews.
Product overview
PumpEng is an Australian-based global Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specializing in submersible dewatering pumps for the underground and surface mining sector. The product portfolio centers on five core pump brands: JetGuard® (shotcrete-capable dewatering pump), Raptor® (BIBO-compatible standard dewatering pump), Guardian® (all-metal premium dewatering pump), MetalVest™ (high head dewatering pump), and ScatPump® (slurry pump). Supporting products include CanaryPump (lightweight portable pump) and MiniScat (compact slurry pump). The offering is complemented by pump parts, hire services with flexible terms, and professional services including repairs and The PumpEng Way—a continuous improvement methodology that combines data-driven analysis with quarterly site reviews to optimize pump selection and extend pump life. Franklin Electric completed the acquisition of PumpEng in February 2025.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- JetGuard®: Shotcrete Capable Dewatering Pump - designed for underground and surface mining dewatering with specific features to handle Shotcrete reinforcing fibre. Available in 10kW and 20kW models.
- Raptor®
- Guardian®
- ScatPump®
- MetalVest™
- CanaryPump
Products and services
- JetGuard® Submersible Dewatering Pump Patented submersible dewatering pump with all-metal wet end, high-chrome impeller and a unique hydraulic water curtain that prevents shotcrete poly fibre from entering the pump. Available in 10kW and 20kW models with 415V, 600V and 1,000V options (50 or 60 Hz). Designed for underground and surface mining dewatering in shotcrete-rich environments.
- Raptor® Submersible Dewatering Pump BIBO (Bypass Inline Boost) compatible submersible dewatering pump with all-metal wet end and parts interchangeable with traditional OEM BIBO ranges. Designed for underground mining, surface mining, construction and general applications. Available in 5kW, 8kW and 20kW models.
- Guardian® Submersible Dewatering Pump All-metal submersible dewatering pump upgrade to the Raptor range with tough metal internal components (no elastomer). Dry run tolerant and capable of running on snore, suited to harsh underground environments. Available in 8kW and 20kW models and used for civil construction dewatering (e.g., Bowen Road Bridgworks).
- MetalVest™ High Head Submersible Pump High head submersible pump with full metal build and no urethane or rubber lined parts for maximum longevity. Cylindrical slimline design fits inside caissons for offshore requirements. Available in 37kW (HH37, max head 83m) and 75kW (HH75, max head 132m) models. Designed for underground mining, open cut mining, pit dewatering, industrial dewatering, deep well and quarry dewatering.
- ScatPump® Submersible Slurry Pump Top-discharge submersible slurry pump with a mechanical HICR (high iron chrome) agitator that keeps particulates suspended, wide clearances, double silicon carbide mechanical seals in an oil bath, top-discharge self-venting design, and 30mm solids passage. Designed for mill sumps, fly ash, residue ponds and conveyor sumps. Available in 1.5kW to 22kW models and including MiniScat variants.
- CanaryPump Lightweight Submersible Pump Lightweight (under 25kg) submersible pump management solution for underground pumping, designed for single-person handling, with a replaceable design for quick maintenance and minimal downtime. Available in a 2.2kW model.
- PumpEng Spare Parts (BIBO-compatible) Genuine PumpEng spare parts for underground mining pumps, interchangeable with traditional OEM BIBO ranges. Parts are guaranteed and stocked by PumpEng to limit customer downtime during repairs and service intervals.
- PumpEng Pump Hire (Rental) Flexible short-term hire of submersible dewatering pumps (excluding JetGuard) directly from PumpEng, with rates starting at $15/day, no minimum quantity, fair wear & tear policy, fixed monthly fees and vendor-managed replacement upon failure. Acts as both a standalone revenue stream and an acquisition vehicle into the PumpEng Way continuous improvement methodology.
- PumpEng Service, Repair & Maintenance End-to-end service and repair offering for the full PumpEng pump range, including spare parts supply, scheduled maintenance, full pump overhaul and rebuild facilities, programmable logic-controlled testing to AS2417 specifications, and Service Exchange Agreements that provide free replacement pumps, capped repair costs, spare parts inventory elimination and microchipped pumps for full maintenance cost analysis.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 400% improvement in mean time between failures for JetGuard pumps vs prior pump brands at Australian mine sites
- +9 more outcomes
Companies that use PumpEng
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
PumpEng technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
PumpEng partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Blackley Pipelines & IrrigationcoreBlackley Pipelines & Irrigation was appointed as PumpEng's exclusive distributor for Tasmania, effective July 1, 2025. This appointment is described as a significant milestone in PumpEng's expansion strategy, extending the company's distribution reach into the Tasmanian market through a local specialist partner.
- LMS (Pittsburgh, PA, USA)coreLMS in Pittsburgh, PA is PumpEng's authorised primary distributor for the US market, specifically for the JetGuard product line. LMS handles local sales, distribution, and support for US mining customers. Contact: John Whitfield, Phone: 724-816-4990, [email protected].
- Pump Industry Australia (PIA)minorPumpEng is a member of Pump Industry Australia (PIA), the peak industry body representing pump manufacturers and suppliers in Australia.
- Hire & Rental Industry Association (HRIA)minorPumpEng is a member of the Hire & Rental Industry Association (HRIA), the industry body for equipment hire companies in Australia, supporting the company's pump hire and rental operations.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights8 records
PumpEng competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- KSB SE & Co. KGaA: German global pump and valve manufacturer with submersible and dewatering pump product lines serving mining, water, and industrial process markets. KSB is a much larger incumbent whose product range overlaps with PumpEng's submersible dewatering pumps.
- Grundfos: Danish global pump manufacturer with a broad portfolio including submersible drainage and dewatering pumps serving industrial, mining, and construction markets. Much larger and more diversified than PumpEng, but overlapping in the submersible dewatering pump range where PumpEng competes.
- Sulzer: Swiss industrial engineering group with a substantial pump manufacturing business serving water, wastewater, mining, and process industries. Sulzer's submersible and dewatering pump offerings compete with PumpEng's portfolio, particularly in mining and process plant applications.
- Flowserve Corporation: US-listed global flow control and pump manufacturer serving power, oil & gas, chemical, and water industries. While Flowserve is more process-pump oriented, it is a recognised broad incumbent in industrial pumping that adjacent customers consider alongside PumpEng for dewatering applications.
Direct peers
- Tsurumi Pump: Japan-based global manufacturer of submersible pumps widely used in mining dewatering, civil construction, and industrial drainage. Direct competitor to PumpEng in the submersible dewatering pump category with overlapping target customers (mine operators, contractors) and similar product positioning around heavy-duty industrial use.
- Atlas Copco (Weda submersible pumps): Atlas Copco's Power and Flow division includes the Weda line of submersible pumps designed for mine dewatering, construction, and industrial applications. Highly comparable to PumpEng as a major broad-line mining equipment supplier offering a competing range of electric submersible dewatering pumps globally.
- Xylem (Flygt submersible pumps): Flygt (now part of Xylem) is a heritage submersible pump brand with deep penetration in underground mine dewatering. Directly competes with PumpEng in submersible dewatering pumps for mining and has an installed base of similar capability, making it one of the closest direct competitors.
Others
- Franklin Electric Co. Inc. NASDAQ-listed parent company that acquired PumpEng in February 2025 and operates a portfolio of water systems and industrial pumps. Listed as the parent rather than a direct competitor, Franklin Electric represents the integration context and a natural channel for scaling PumpEng's technology globally.
Emerging players
- BJM Pumps: US-based manufacturer of submersible pumps designed for harsh, abrasive, and industrial dewatering applications including mining. Smaller and more niche than PumpEng, but a comparable specialist in rugged submersible pumping with overlap in mining and industrial dewatering use cases.
- Hengli Pump: Chinese submersible pump manufacturer with growing export presence in industrial and mining dewatering markets. Competes with PumpEng at the value end of submersible pump supply and represents the type of low-cost entrant beginning to challenge premium OEM positioning in dewatering tenders.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Management profileNumber of profiles
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Funding rounds
Investors
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PumpEng M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about PumpEng
What does PumpEng do?
PumpEng designs, manufactures, assembles and supplies all-metal submersible dewatering and slurry pumps for the underground and surface mining sector. Its core product range covers JetGuard®, Raptor®, Guardian®, MetalVest™, ScatPump®, CanaryPump and MiniScat pumps, complemented by BIBO-compatible spare parts, a pump hire/rental channel and full pump service, repair, and overhaul capabilities, including the Service Exchange program. Its differentiating offering is the PumpEng Way, a data-driven mine dewatering methodology that combines site inspection, application engineering, colour-coded pump selection and quarterly performance reviews.
Is PumpEng a public or private company?
PumpEng is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was PumpEng founded?
PumpEng was founded in 2004. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is PumpEng based?
PumpEng is headquartered in Perth, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does PumpEng make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Submersible Pump Sales are the primary driver. The others are pump Hire / Rental, service, Repair & Maintenance and spare Parts Supply.
Who are PumpEng's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are KSB SE & Co. KGaA, Grundfos, Sulzer and Flowserve Corporation. Direct peers are Tsurumi Pump, Atlas Copco (Weda submersible pumps) and Xylem (Flygt submersible pumps). Franklin Electric Co. Inc. is listed as an others. Emerging players are BJM Pumps and Hengli Pump.
Does PumpEng have an API?
No public API is recorded for PumpEng.
What industry is PumpEng in?
PumpEng's product category is Mining Dewatering Pumps & Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAKANAI, Slurry, Dewatering & Process Pumps (Pumps, Valves, Piping for Mine/Plant), with a secondary code of IMAHANAC, Specialty & Metering Pumps. Its NAICS code is 33391 and its SIC code is 3561.