Basic Pump Types and Their Applications: A Selection Guide

Choosing a pump starts with defining the application. Grundfos dealers in Hungary showcase a wide range—each built for specific industrial or household needs.

Fundamental Pump Classifications

Vacuum Pumps

Create vacuum by venting gas from sealed enclosures via positive displacement, momentum transfer, or entrapment. Used in electronics manufacturing and processes requiring vacuum environments. Capacities range from high to low vacuum.

Water Pumps

Most common category. Includes well pumps (draw water upward) and pressure tank systems (control distribution). Spans residential, vehicle, and industrial uses.

Sump Pumps

Remove water from collection basins in flood-prone areas. Two types:

• Pedestal: Motor above sump—easier maintenance, needs external space.
• Submersible: Motor sealed underwater—requires backup battery for power outages.

Match pump type to your exact requirement for optimal performance and longevity.