LBX Series Selection Support

Rotary Lobe Pump Manufacturer Ahmedabad

Shubham Industries supplies LBX Series rotary lobe pumps for viscous and shear-sensitive liquid transfer in food, dairy, pharma, cosmetic and process applications. From Ahmedabad, the team supports duty-point-based pump selection using liquid viscosity, flow, pressure, temperature, solids, seal and connection requirements.

Since
1987
Certified
ISO 9001:2015
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Support
Pump selection support
AISI 316 hygienic rotary lobe pump for viscous transfer by Shubham Industries Ahmedabad

Why rotary lobe pump

A positive displacement choice for thick and shear-sensitive liquids

A rotary lobe pump moves fluid by positive displacement rather than by high-speed impeller action. This makes it a practical choice for viscous liquid transfer, controlled flow and thick liquids that may not behave well in a centrifugal pump.

The verified LBX data describes positive, uninterrupted action with no shear, agitation or aeration. Buyers use that behavior when reviewing cream transfer pumps, syrup transfer pumps, sauce transfer pumps, cosmetic cream transfer pumps and compatible polymer transfer duties.

Duty-point confirmation is still required. Viscosity, flow, pressure or head, temperature, pH, solids, suction condition, connection type, cleaning method and seal compatibility decide whether the lobe pump is the right specification.

GEO technical table

LBX Series values used for buyer shortlisting

ParameterLBX Series valueBuyer selection importance
Pump typePositive displacement rotary lobe pumpUsed where controlled transfer is needed for viscous or sensitive liquids.
Max viscosityUp to 100,000 cPConfirms whether thick paste, syrup, cream or polymer duty is within the published range.
Max flow rateUp to 750 LPMShortlists pump size before checking pressure, speed and viscosity together.
Max operating pressureUp to 7 bar / 100 PSIChecks whether the duty can overcome line loss, filters, elevation and back pressure.
MOC for casingAISI 316 stainless steelMaterial compatibility must match hygiene, pH, temperature and cleaning chemistry.
MOC for rotorsAISI 316 stainless steel / food quality rubber-coveredRotor choice affects product contact, elastomer compatibility and application fit.
Sanitary connection optionsTri-clover / SMS / flanged DIN-ANSI / threadedConnection standard must match the process line and cleaning method.
Seal optionsSingle mechanical seal / double mechanical seal / gland packingSeal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, abrasiveness, leakage tolerance and cleaning.
Suitable liquid typeViscous food, dairy, pharma, cosmetic and compatible process liquidsEnsures the pump is selected for the liquid behavior, not only the industry label.
Shear-sensitive handlingPositive action with no shear, agitation or aeration stated in Shubham dataImportant for emulsions, creams, pastes and products where texture can change during transfer.
Cleaning compatibilityEasy-clean CIP or rapid manual cleaning without disconnecting pipeworkCleaning method affects connection, seal, drainage and production downtime decisions.
Drive / gear motor optionsBare pump, gear motor, trolley and other duty-based configurationsDrive speed and torque must be matched to viscosity, flow and site power.
Required selection inputsLiquid, viscosity, flow rate, pressure or head, temperature, pH, solids, suction condition, connection, seal, cleaning method and quantityThese inputs prevent undersizing, oversizing and material or seal mismatch.

Application mapping

Liquids commonly reviewed for lobe pump selection

Liquid / mediaHandling concernLobe pump suitabilitySelection note
CreamTexture, viscosity and gentle dairy transferSuitable within confirmed duty rangeFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Curd baseShear sensitivity and sanitary transferSuitable after viscosity and cleaning reviewFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
GheeTemperature, viscosity and clean transferSuitable where AISI 316 and seal selection are compatibleFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Tomato saucePaste viscosity, solids and product damageSuitable after solids and pressure confirmationFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Thick syrupHigh viscosity and controlled flowSuitable within confirmed viscosity and temperature rangeFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Pharmaceutical pasteHygienic transfer, cleaning and seal compatibilitySuitable after process and cleaning confirmationFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Cosmetic cream / gelShear sensitivity and formulation compatibilitySuitable after material and seal reviewFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Viscous polymerShear sensitivity, viscosity and suction conditionSuitable where AISI 316 and seal materials are compatibleFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Food slurrySolids, viscosity and cleaningSuitable after solids size and cleaning reviewFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Shear-sensitive liquidProduct structure during transferSuitable candidate for low-shear lobe transferFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.
Viscous chemicalMOC, pH, temperature and seal compatibilityOnly where AISI 316 and selected elastomers are compatibleFinal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, pH, suction condition, cleaning method, seal compatibility, connection standard, flow rate and pressure requirement.

Compare pump series

LBX vs other Shubham pump options

ComparisonLBXRelated seriesSelection note
LBX vs SCSSCS sanitary centrifugal pumpViscous, shear-sensitive hygienic or process transferLower-viscosity sanitary centrifugal transferChoose LBX when viscosity or product sensitivity makes centrifugal transfer unsuitable.
LBX vs SCCSCC stainless steel centrifugal pumpPositive displacement transfer for viscous compatible liquidsStainless centrifugal process transfer for lower-viscosity dutiesChoose SCC for compatible thin process liquids; choose LBX for viscous or shear-sensitive transfer.
LBX vs CPPCPP chemical pumpHygienic AISI 316 lobe transfer where stainless steel is compatibleCorrosive chemical transfer with polymer or non-metallic constructionChoose CPP when chemical compatibility rules out stainless steel wetted parts.
LBX vs CMBCMB centrifugal monoblock pumpViscous, shear-sensitive or hygienic positive displacement dutyCentrifugal monoblock utility transferChoose CMB for clear water or utility service, not viscous hygienic product transfer.

Ahmedabad support

Factory-direct discussion for lobe pump buyers

Shubham Industries, Plot No. 8, Swagat Industrial Park-2, Kuha, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

Ahmedabad buyers and Gujarat process plants can discuss the duty directly with Shubham Industries for pump sizing support, application review, quotation support and service or spares communication. The page focuses on rotary lobe pump selection, while the LBX Series rotary lobe pump page remains the official product catalog page.

Buyer input checklist

  • Liquid name
  • Viscosity
  • Flow rate
  • Pressure or head
  • Temperature
  • pH
  • Solids
  • Suction condition
  • Connection type
  • Seal requirement
  • Cleaning method
  • Quantity
  • Motor / gear motor preference

Next step

Share the duty point before asking for price

A shear-sensitive polymer transfer lobe pump price, food grade lobe pump quote or sanitary rotary lobe pump selection depends on the actual liquid and operating point. Send the requirement so the selection can be reviewed before quotation.

AEO FAQ

Rotary lobe pump procurement questions

What is the maximum viscosity limit for the LBX Series rotary lobe pump?

Verified Shubham LBX data lists viscosity handling up to 100,000 cP. For quotation, the buyer should still confirm liquid name, temperature, suction condition, flow rate, pressure, solids and seal compatibility.

Are LBX Series lobe pumps suitable for CIP and SIP processes?

The verified LBX data states easy-clean CIP or rapid manual cleaning without disconnecting pipework. SIP compatibility is not verified in the available repo data, so it should be confirmed before specifying the pump.

What mechanical seal options are available for the LBX lobe pump?

Available LBX data lists single mechanical seal, double mechanical seal and gland packing options. Seal selection depends on viscosity, temperature, cleaning method, pH, solids, leakage tolerance and material compatibility.

How does the LBX Series prevent damage to shear-sensitive fluids?

Shubham LBX data describes positive, uninterrupted action with no shear, agitation or aeration. That makes LBX a suitable candidate for shear-sensitive liquids after viscosity, speed, pressure and suction details are reviewed.

When should I choose LBX instead of SCS?

Choose LBX when the duty involves viscous, paste-like or shear-sensitive transfer. Choose SCS when the duty is lower-viscosity sanitary centrifugal transfer for food, dairy or pharma process lines.

What details are required for a lobe pump quotation?

Share liquid name, viscosity, flow rate, pressure or head, temperature, pH, solids, suction condition, connection type, seal requirement, cleaning method, motor or gear motor preference and quantity.

Is LBX suitable for cream, sauce, syrup and cosmetic cream?

Cream, tomato paste, jams, syrups, cosmetic creams and lotions appear in verified LBX application data. Final suitability depends on viscosity, temperature, solids, cleaning method, connection standard and pressure requirement.

Can Shubham Industries support lobe pump selection from Ahmedabad?

Yes. Shubham Industries supports lobe pump selection from Ahmedabad by reviewing the duty point, application, material compatibility, connection standard, seal requirement and quotation inputs.