Southern Pumping, a pump supply and service specialist with over 50 years’ experience, has solidified its position by partnering with Franklin Electric’s Orbit Pumps to distribute the innovative VIGA range.
Southern Pumping Director Michael Wallace notes that a new partnership with Franklin Electric is built on 35 years of prior product experience. It also marks a strategic move into the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market.
“We’re putting together packages utilising various different types of equipment to create complete turnkey products,” Wallace said.
The star of this collaboration is the VIGA range, a revolutionary pump design that promises significant efficiency improvements.
“It’s a more efficient pump with a smaller footprint,” Wallace said.
“It can achieve more flow with less power.”
Introducing VIGA
The new VIGA Range redefines progressive cavity pumps, with a focus on space-constrained sites, challenging fluids, and applications that demand long service life and minimal maintenance.
Key features include up to 60 per cent more flow per revolution enabled by extended pitch rotor design. Lower starting torque enables the use of smaller motors, reducing power costs with smaller startup power and smaller kilowatt (kW) motor requirements.
The VIGA range possesses the shortest footprint in the market – ideal for skid systems and space-limited pump rooms. It also includes a standard mechanical seal and sealed universal coupling rod boot for enhanced leak prevention.
Pre-assembled rotating assembly allows for quick-change maintenance, reducing downtime dramatically. A conical stator intake improves net positive suction head (NPSH) and wear resistance while a wider stator inlet delivers better handling of viscous and solid-laden fluids.
“VIGA is compact, tough and designed for real-world conditions,” Wallace said.
“Its low power requirement and quick-swap rotating assemblies mean it’s not just easier to run – it’s easier to keep running.”
Wallace said municipal organisations will find the VIGA range is particularly well-suited for wastewater processing, capable of efficiently transferring slurries and handling abrasive mediums with high-head pumping limits.
Bringing pump innovation nation-wide
Southern Pumping is the national representative for the VIGA range, leveraging its extensive service network across the country. The company’s existing infrastructure, which already supports daily product shipping and comprehensive service capabilities, makes it an ideal distribution partner.
“We’re excited about this partnership,” Wallace said.
“The global representatives are keen to have the product represented by an experienced local team, and the timing of this product release is perfect.”
The partnership underscores Southern Pumping’s focus on innovation and meeting evolving industrial needs. By enabling the entry of the VIGA range to the market, the company demonstrates its ability to adapt and provide cutting-edge solutions to clients across various sectors.
For local governments and industrial clients, this partnership promises more efficient, reliable, and technologically advanced pumping solutions. The VIGA range’s ability to deliver higher performance with a smaller footprint represents a significant advancement in pump technology.
The VIGA range is more than just a new product – it’s a testament to the ongoing evolution of industrial engineering and Southern Pumping’s commitment to providing top-tier pumping solutions.
To learn more, visit southernpumping.com.au
