FAQS

IMO three-screw pumps use a power rotor and two idler rotors in a closely fitted housing to create a moving fluid closure that transports liquid smoothly from suction to discharge with minimal pulsation and noise. This design supports high pressures, handles a wide viscosity range, and achieves long service life with relatively simple internal geometry.

IMO pumps are commonly found in lube oil systems, fuel forwarding and booster service, hydraulic power units, and other circuits where steady, low pulsation flow is needed to protect rotating equipment and control systems. These applications span refineries, power plants, marine engine rooms, paper mills, and industrial machinery.

Many IMO series are designed for high differential pressures and can handle fluids with viscosities ranging from light fuels to heavy crude and viscous lubricants, depending on the specific model. Proper selection of pump series and size allows reliable operation even in demanding high-pressure lube and fuel systems.

CIRCOR’s digital tools and service resources, combined with Pump Dynamics support, help track maintenance tasks, operating history, and performance trends for IMO pumps. Coupling this with oil analysis and periodic inspection can significantly reduce unplanned downtime and extend the life of screws, bearings, and seals.