Schmitt Centrifugal Pumps

What Schmitt Centrifugal Pumps does

Schmitt Centrifugal Pumps (legal entity SCHMITT - Kreiselpumpen GmbH & Co. KG) is a German family-founded designer and manufacturer of chemical-resistant centrifugal pumps, headquartered in Ettlingen, Germany. Founded in 1964 by Helmuth Schmitt, the company operates as a privately held limited partnership with a small workforce (11–50 employees) and has built a 60-year track record supplying pumps to nine process-industry verticals: chemical, semiconductor and solar, galvanic/surface technology, PCB manufacturing, information technology and data centers, HVAC/refrigeration, food and beverage, battery/energy storage, and environmental technology. Named enterprise customers include Intel, Infineon, GlobalFoundries, Pfeiffer Vacuum, Edwards, RENA, and Singulus.

The core technology centers on a modular centrifugal pump platform offering both magnetic-drive (hermetically sealed) and mechanical-seal configurations in PP, PVDF, stainless steel, and ETFE/PFA-lined executions. Flagship product families include the Neolution NHM series (claimed up to 76% efficiency, independently confirmed), the MPN series (10,000+ units in service, designed for 25+ year operational life), the NEOChem Core and NEOChem Base chemical-standard pumps (ISO2858/ISO15783), plus SMP self-priming, U and UP stainless-steel, and T vertical immersion variants. Differentiating technical features include proprietary magnetic-drive containment, a force-flow bearing cooling system, back-pull-out maintenance architecture, in-house injection molding of plastic housings from 100% pure granules, ATEX Zone 1/2 certification, TA-Luft compliance, and DIN EN ISO 9001 production.

The business model combines direct sales (inside sales team plus regional field sales managers) with a global network of certified distributors covering 30+ countries. Revenue streams include custom-configured pump sales (one-time capital equipment), motors and accessories (IE2/IE3/IE4 efficiency, ATEX variants), and recurring repair, 24-hour exchange, and application-consulting services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a 5-minute pump request form, 5-business-day standard delivery, and 24-hour express manufacturing supporting service-led differentiation.

Name

Schmitt Centrifugal Pumps

Legal name

SCHMITT - Kreiselpumpen GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://schmitt-pumpen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Schmitt Centrifugal Pumps is a German family-founded manufacturer of chemical-resistant centrifugal pumps, serving chemical, semiconductor, galvanic, PCB, data-center, HVAC, food and beverage, battery, and environmental industries through a modular pump platform with magnetic-drive and mechanical-seal configurations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Chemical-Resistant Centrifugal Pumps

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Centrifugal Pumps (IMAHANAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• Chemical resistant pumps
• Centrifugal pump manufacturing
• Magnetic drive pumps
• Industrial process pumps
• Chemical process equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Ettlingen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Centrifugal Pump Sales: Direct sales of industrial centrifugal pumps across multiple series (MPN, NHM, UP, UP-DO, U, P, SMP, T, NEOChem Base, NEOChem Core) with various materials (PP, PVDF, stainless steel) and configurations (horizontal, vertical, magnetic drive, mechanical seal). Pumps are configured based on customer requirements including flow rate, pressure, temperature, and chemical compatibility.
2. Motors and Accessories: Sales of drive motors (IE2, IE3, IE4 efficiency classes, ATEX variants) and accessories including flange adapters, hose fittings, welding ends, reducers, V4A stainless steel components.
3. Repair and Service: Professional refurbishment by manufacturer with experienced technicians. Includes 24-hour exchange service for replacement pumps, spare parts supply, and repair coordination.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels18 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Schmitt Kreiselpumpen GmbH & Co. KG designs and manufactures industrial centrifugal pumps for chemical-resistant applications, including horizontal plastic pumps (MPN, NHM Neolution, U, P, SMP), horizontal stainless steel pumps (UP, UP-DO), vertical immersion pumps (T), and heavy-duty chemical standard pumps (NEOChem Base and Core). The portfolio is built on a modular platform allowing customization of motors, housing materials, shafts, and seals based on media, temperature, and chemical compatibility requirements, with complementary motors, accessories, repair services, and application consulting.

Product overview

Schmitt Kreiselpumpen develops, manufactures, and distributes industrial centrifugal pumps for chemical-resistant applications. The product portfolio consists of multiple pump series: horizontal plastic centrifugal pumps (MPN, NHM/Neolution, U, P, SMP), horizontal stainless steel pumps (UP, UP-DO), vertical immersion pumps (T), and heavy-duty chemical standard pumps (NEOChem Base and NEOChem Core). The NHM/Neolution series represents the latest innovation with up to 76% efficiency, while NEOChem Core and Base are heavy-duty chemical pumps with PFA/ETFE linings for demanding industrial applications. All products share a modular construction principle allowing customization of motors, housing materials, shafts, and seals based on media, temperature, and resistance requirements. The offering is complemented by motors & accessories and services including 24-hour support, repair, and application consulting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NEOChem: Chemical-resistant plastic magnetic drive pumps for demanding industrial applications, including NEOChem Base (ETFE-lined) and NEOChem Core (PFA-lined) series.
• Neolution

Products and services

• NEOChem Core Heavy-duty chemical standard pump with PFA lining and magnetic drive. Suitable for temperatures up to 150°C, max flow 180 m³/h, max head 88 m. Hermetically sealed for toxic, aggressive, and high-purity media processing. Designed for industrial chemical applications requiring maximum corrosion resistance.
• NEOChem Base Chemical standard pump with ETFE-CF lining and magnetic drive. Max flow 108 m³/h, max head 76 m. Hermetically sealed for corrosive media applications in industrial chemical processing.
• NHM Neolution Series High-efficiency magnetic drive centrifugal pump available in PP or PVDF materials. Achieves up to 76% efficiency (independently confirmed best in class), max flow 42 m³/h, max head 27 m. Features wear-free sliding bearing technology and carbon fiber composite lantern for chemical resistance with high mechanical strength.
• MPN Series Magnetic drive centrifugal pump in PP or PVDF. Operating temperatures up to 95°C, max flow 35 m³/h, max head 32 m. Proven design with over 10,000 units in service worldwide. Large bearings insensitive to inadequate lubrication. Suitable for chemical industry applications.
• SMP Series Self-priming centrifugal pump with magnetic drive. Up to 7m suction height, max flow 23 m³/h, max head 24 m. Hermetically sealed for toxic and aggressive fluids. Designed for applications requiring self-priming capability.
• U Series PVDF plastic centrifugal pump with single-effect mechanical seal. Economic and durable alternative to magnetic drive pumps. Suitable for corrosive and aggressive fluids in cost-sensitive applications.
• UP Series Horizontal stainless steel centrifugal pump with single-effect mechanical seal. Robust thick-walled construction for high temperatures. Compact block design for industrial process applications.
• UP-DO Series Horizontal stainless steel centrifugal pump with double-effect mechanical seal and dry-running capability with pressurized supply system. TA-Luft compliant for toxic and environmentally hazardous fluids. Designed for industrial applications requiring emissions compliance.
• T Series Immersion Pump Sealless immersion pump in PP or PVDF, capable of dry running. Fully dry-run suitable, no abrasion in fluid. Handles solids up to 3mm grain size and 10% by volume. Designed for tank emptying and sump applications.
• P Series Peripheral Pump Peripheral pump with magnetic drive in PVDF or PP. Linear characteristic curve enables precise control. Hermetically sealed for toxic and low-boiling-point fluids. Used for high-pressure, low-flow applications.
• Motors & Accessories High-quality drive units including IE2, IE3, IE4 efficiency class motors from European manufacturers (e.g., WEG). Includes adapters, pipe connections, reducers, strainers, and extension tubes for pump installations.
• 24-Hour Service Express spare parts delivery within 24 hours for orders placed before 10 AM. Replacement pump exchange service available for time-critical industrial applications to minimize downtime.
• Repair Service Professional refurbishment by manufacturer with in-house expertise. Planning, coordination, and on-site delivery of pumps and spare parts. Experienced technicians handle MPN and NHM series service in just a few minutes.
• Application Consulting Technical consulting for pump sizing, selection, integration, and installation. Includes on-site visits and telephone coordination by highly qualified specialists with deep application knowledge of chemical process requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 76% efficiency - independently confirmed 'efficiency world champion' in its class
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WEGcoreTechnology or IntegrationEuropean premium manufacturer of drive technology. Schmitt sources IE2, IE3, and IE4 efficiency class motors from WEG for pump applications, ensuring high-quality, energy-efficient drive systems.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Finish Thompson (part of DXP Enterprises): US manufacturer of centrifugal and magnetic-drive chemical pumps serving surface finishing, semiconductor, and chemical processing. Directly comparable on hermetically sealed, plastic and stainless centrifugal pumps for aggressive media.
• Tapflo Group: European manufacturer of centrifugal, diaphragm, and specialty pumps for chemical, hygienic, and industrial applications. Comparable on centrifugal pump technology for corrosive media and on multi-region distributor-led go-to-market, though Tapflo's portfolio is broader.
• Magnatex Pumps: US-based manufacturer of Teflon-lined and metal centrifugal pumps for harsh chemical service. Directly comparable niche competitor with similar magnetic-drive and PFA/PTFE-lined product positioning in chemical and semiconductor end markets.
• Iwaki Walchem: Japan-origin manufacturer of magnetic-drive and centrifugal chemical pumps serving semiconductor, chemical, and surface-finishing markets. Direct competitor in the hermetically sealed, chemically resistant centrifugal pump segment with comparable ATEX and high-purity certifications.
• Richter Chemie-Technik: German-based specialist in lined and metal centrifugal pumps for corrosive and hazardous media. Direct competitor to Schmitt in chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical process pumping with overlapping magnetic-drive and PFA/PTFE-lined product positioning.

Emerging players

• Viking Pump (IDEX Corporation): US-headquartered pump manufacturer (part of IDEX) specializing in positive displacement and centrifugal pumps for chemical, petroleum, and food applications. Partial overlap on industrial chemical fluid handling, with IDEX providing broader scale and complementary sanitary/pump technologies.

Broad incumbents

• Sulzer: Swiss industrial group with a strong chemical-process pump business (e.g., CPT, AHLSTAR ranges) and magnetic-drive offerings. Overlaps with Schmitt in chemical, hydrocarbon, and general industry centrifugal pumping, but operates at enterprise scale with full after-sales service networks.
• Flowserve: Major US-based manufacturer of pumps, valves, and seals for chemical, oil & gas, and power industries. Overlaps with Schmitt in chemical-process centrifugal pumping but competes from a much broader product portfolio and global service footprint.
• KSB: German-headquartered global pump and valve manufacturer with broad chemical-process, industrial, and water-industry portfolios including the RPH/RPHg chemical-pump ranges. Comparable on centrifugal chemical-pump technology but with vastly larger scale, broader product mix, and global direct sales.
• Xylem (Goulds Water Technology): US-headquartered global water and industrial pump company whose Goulds and other brands cover chemical and process centrifugal pumps. Comparable in pump technology but addresses a far broader set of end markets (water utility, irrigation, industrial) at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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