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GVR External Gear Pumps

High-viscosity industrial fluid transfer solutions.

    Versatile and Reliable External Gear Pumps for Industrial Fluids

    GVR self-priming, positive displacement gear pumps transfer medium-to-high viscosity fluids containing no suspended solids. Gear pumps deliver a fixed volume per shaft revolution, with output not greatly affected by pressure. Available in cast iron, bronze and stainless steel for use in: Available in cast iron, bronze and stainless steel for use in: - Heat/ waste oil disposal, transport & treatment - Power plants, turbines & generators - Metals processing - Animal feed and food processing - Tanks, silos, plants - Chemical dosing - Polyurethane machinery - Paint manufacture & printing machines - Firefighting systems
    GVR Pompe

    Technology, reliability and people

    GVR Pompe is a family-owned business based in Italy, specialising in in positive-displacement volumetric gear pumps since their inception in 1956. The business places a heavy emphasis on Research and Development, they specialise in creating reliable, wear-resistant pumps that are designed to perform across multiple industries.
    Technology, reliability and people
    Certifications

    Quality Assurance

    GVR products are manufactured according to the Machinery Directive and in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality System. Certification and product standards include: - CE Certification (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC) - UNI EN ISO 2001:2015 - Atex Certification on request (Machinery Directives 2014/34/EU, 99/92/EC)
    Quality Assurance

    Overview of our GVR External Gear Pumps

    APF High Pressure Gear Pumps

    Volumetric self-priming gear pumps that deliver sustained performance at higher pressure. Available in cast iron steel shafts and gears as standard.

    • Viscosity: Up to 1,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 5-80L/min
    • Max. pressure: 25 bar
    BMF Three-phase Monobloc Gear Pumps

    Compact, efficient and designed for continuous operation in typical applications. Available in cast iron; bronze and AISI 316 stainless steel. 

    • Viscosity: Up to 1,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 2-70L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    BCF Single-phase Monobloc Gear pumps

    Compact and strong like its BMF-range siblings, the BCF range is suits use cases where continuous operation is not required

    • Viscosity: Up to 1,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 2-70L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    BFC Bell-coupling Gear Pumps

    Designed with bell housing and coupling to fit an industrial electric motor. Available in cast iron, bronze and AISI 316 stainless steel.

    • Viscosity: Up to 1,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 2-70L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    B-Series Bare Shaft Gear Pump

    Gear pump with bare shaft and feet mounting typically installed on a skid and driven by a B3 electric motor. ATEX version available.

    • Viscosity: Up to 20,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 5-800L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    BC Bare Shaft Gear Pumps with Heating Chamber

    A bareshaft gear pump with heating chamber integrated into the pump housin. Use when pumped liquid requires heat to prevent hardening. ATEX models available.

    • Viscosity: Up to 20,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 10-400L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    MBM Skid-mounted Gear Pumps

    GVR’s B-Series pumps mounted on a skid with pump base and driven by a B3 electric motor via a coupling. Atex models available.

    • Viscosity: Up to 20,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 5-800L/min
    • Max. pressure: 12 bar
    • Material: Cast iron, bronze, s/s AISI 316
    IF Low Viscosity Gear Pumps

    Used to transfer chemical products and low viscosity media where low flow and high pressure are required.

    • Viscosity: Up to 1,000 cSt
    • Flow rate: 5-25L/min
    • Max. pressure:25 bar
    • Material: Stainless steel AISI 316
    Industrial Pumps Servicing & Parts 

    Prime Fluid Management supplies genuine parts for our pump brands, holding stock of common wear parts in New Zealand.

    • Genuine parts
    • Stock held in NZ
    • Maintenance advice
    • Servicing on request

    Have Questions? Need help to spec? Speak with one of our Industrial Specialists

    GALLERY

    In the field

    Here are some examples of our solutions being used.

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    They brought their mechanics, they didn't just dump it and leave….couldn't have done it without them to be honest

    Mark CadwalladerCatchment Worker

    This sort of unique system you set up is what sets you apart from others in the Market

    Jacob Warmsley Project Manager

    I had an amazing experience with Prime Pump at the Transmission Gully ... will recommend you guys anytime and anywhere.

    Peter FisherDirector

    You guys had our backs from the get-go and stood beside us and persevered.

    DaveOps Director

    We called for a different type of solution…... We were pretty happy with what's been delivered

    Rob KerrProject Director

    Prime supplied us with the best solution for hire and the instant availability was what we needed… We certainly will be using them in the future

    Priscilla EllmersWastewater Supervisor

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    Questions

    FAQ

    At Prime Fluid Management, we understand that every fluid management challenge brings unique considerations. Here, you’ll find clear, practical answers and expert guidance to help you maximise uptime, achieve regulatory compliance, extend equipment life, and implement the most effective solution for your site. 

    How does a wellpointing system work on site?

    A wellpointing system uses a series of small-diameter wellpoints installed in a line or ring around an excavation. Each wellpoint is a screened inlet, connected via a riser pipe to a header main that runs back to the wellpointing pump.

    At Prime Fluid Management, we pair this layout with positive displacement piston pumps that deliver consistent high pressure, automatically prime, and move a mixture of water and air without restriction. This setup lowers the groundwater level around the excavation, creating a more stable and workable site in New Zealand’s variable soil conditions.

    What do wellpoints, riser pipes (risers) and swing joints do in a wellpointing system?

    In a typical wellpointing setup:

    • Wellpoints or filters are the screened inlet sections installed in the ground that draw groundwater into the system.
    • Riser pipes or risers are the vertical pipes that connect each filter up to the surface and into the header main. 
    • Swing joints are the flexible connections between each riser and the header main, usually incorporating a valve so flow from each wellpoint can be adjusted or isolated as needed.

    At Prime Fluid Management, our wells and accessories range includes steel wells, PVC and self-jetting wellpoints, header pipes and swing joints. Your wellpointing system can be set up and fine-tuned to suit site conditions — or our experienced operations crew can help you configure an optimal system when hiring our equipment.

    Why use slotted screen wellpoints?

    Because different ground conditions call for either slotted screen or wedge-wire wellpoints, slotted screen designs are often used where sand control and steady groundwater intake are needed. At Prime Fluid Management, we supply PVC slotted screen wellpoints, also commonly referred to as spears, which are simple to install, economical and reusable.

    For more substantial groundwater flows or tougher ground conditions, we also supply 150mm (6 inch) steel wells — custom-designed by our team. These ensure fast installation and improved water quality. 

    The slotted screens create a controlled intake area that allows groundwater to enter freely while keeping sand and fines out of the system. This helps protect pumps and maintain system performance over longer operating periods.

    To view the full range of wellpointing pumps and accessories, download our Civil, Quarrying and Mining Product Guide 2026

    What is a jetting lance and how does it work with your jetting pumps and jetting units?

    A jetting lance is the handheld pipe used to install wellpoints. It connects to a high-pressure jetting pump and directs water into the ground to fluidise the soil, allowing each wellpoint and riser to be jetted down to its design depth.

    At Prime Fluid Management, we have jetting pumps and jetting units that are purpose-built for this task — providing compact, high-pressure pumping for installing wellpoints and other jetting applications. Options include skid-mounted units with twin 1,200 L tanks, along with remote-controlled outlets for jetting and dust suppression.

    When is a wellpointing solution the right choice compared with other dewatering methods?

    Wellpointing is often the right choice for shallow to moderate depth excavations where you need controlled drawdown of the groundwater table along a trench or around a structure.

    It’s widely used on New Zealand civil sites for pipelines, shallow foundations, services and pits — particularly in sandy or fine-grained soils where open pumping is not enough to keep the excavation stable.

    At Prime Fluid Management, we design wellpointing solutions around your project requirements, matching piston pumps, wells, risers, swing joints and jetting equipment to local soil conditions, perched water and site constraints. If wellpointing isn’t the best fit, we can also assess alternative options in the dewatering, bypass and stormwater range, including auto-prime pumps and drainage submersible solutions.

    Why use a piston pump for wellpoint dewatering?

    Piston pumps provide reliable suction in unpredictable ground conditions. They use positive displacement to move water and air through a sealed chamber, making them ideal for wellpointing applications where a consistent vacuum must be maintained — even with low or fluctuating inflow. This makes piston pumps highly dependable in unstable soils. 

    At Prime Fluid Management, we supply the BBA PT-Series piston pump range, which offers unmatched economy of use. These pumps are highly fuel efficient and maintenance-friendly, requiring servicing only every 1,500 hours — up to six times longer than standard piston pumps. You can read 

    The PT-Series is available in battery-electric, diesel and hybrid configurations, providing flexible drive options to suit different site requirements. Find out more in our article about BBA Piston Pump efficiency.