NETZSCH launches TORNADO T1 XXLB-F rotary lobe pump for large-scale industrial operations

The new pump delivers 35% more flow than previous T1 models while maintaining high energy efficiency.
Oct. 10, 2025
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NETZSCH TORNADO T1 XXLB-F rotary lobe pump

NETZSCH Pumps USA has introduced the TORNADO T1 XXLB-F rotary lobe pump, a new high-capacity model designed for large-scale fluid handling applications. The pump delivers flow rates up to 6,160 gallons per minute and differential pressures up to 174 psi, extending the company’s T1 Generation F platform into higher volume operations.

The XXLB-F pump provides up to 35 percent more flow than previous T1 models while maintaining high energy efficiency. It is intended for use in industries such as wastewater treatment, biogas production, pulp and paper, refineries, and chemical processing.

Key features include a one-piece housing with optimized flow geometry, improved lobes for higher volumetric efficiency, and wear plates engineered for resistance to abrasive and chemical media. The design allows for gentle pumping of shear-sensitive or solids-laden fluids, ensuring reliability in demanding environments.

Service access has been streamlined with the company’s Full Service-In-Place system, enabling replacement of all wetted parts from the front of the pump without disconnecting piping. The modular platform also supports multiple seal configurations, including single, double, and API-compliant cartridge seals.

The pump incorporates the NETZSCH Gearbox Security System, an air-gap barrier that prevents fluid ingress into the gearbox. This feature protects gears and bearings, reduces risk of failure, and supports predictive maintenance strategies.

Additional benefits include strong suction performance, consistent flow across varying back pressures, reversible pumping capability, and mobile configurations suitable for emergency or remote installations. According to NETZSCH, the pump delivers up to 25 percent higher energy efficiency compared to earlier designs, making it a cost-effective choice for operators managing high-volume processes.

The TORNADO T1 XXLB-F is available in three sizes and can be applied in both new system installations and retrofit projects across environmental, energy, and industrial markets.

 

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