Alfa Laval LKH Prime Pump

The Alfa Laval LKH Prime Pump sets a new standard in self-priming pump technology. Based on the market-leading Alfa Laval LKH pump range, it is a versatile, efficient, self-priming pump that uses a combination of air-screw technology and advanced design to meet the most stringent requirements in a range of industries, from food to pharmaceuticals.

The superior efficiency of the Alfa Laval LKH Prime results in reduced energy consumption. This together with the fact that it is based on the market-leading LKH pump range delivers low cost of ownership and increased uptime.

Designed for Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) duties containing entrained air, it can also pump product, potentially reducing the capital investment when designing process systems.

Works quietly and reliably

Quiet in operation, Alfa Laval LKH Prime is engineered to meet the most stringent standards and hygienic requirements of the food, dairy, beverage, and home & personal care industries. The pump is also available as an UltraPure model, meeting the needs of pharmaceutical customers.  

Exceeds the highest standards

Russ Kelly, Global Pump Portfolio Manager at Alfa Laval says, “Many industries have been looking for a self-priming pump that meets requirements for improved energy efficiency and reduced noise levels as well as the latest hygienic design standards. Using air screw technology, Alfa Laval LKH Prime has been developed to exceed these expectations.”

Both Alfa Laval LKH Prime and Alfa Laval LKH Prime UltraPure are EHEDG certified and designed according to the 3-A standard. Additionally, Alfa Laval LKH Prime UltraPure is available with Alfa Laval Q-doc, our comprehensive documentation package meeting the standards required for the pharmaceutical industry. 

The Alfa Laval LKH Pump range

The Alfa Laval LKH premium range of centrifugal pumps is distinguished by high efficiency, low energy consumption, a variety of additional options to meet application needs, and a wide range of flow rates and pressures. Being part of this range, the Alfa Laval LKH Prime is reliable and easy to service and maintain.

Models are available for all hygienic applications including food, dairy, beverage, home & personal care, biotech and pharmaceutical production.

The pump was released to the market in early 2016