PISTON PUMP

Continuous hydraulic slurry transfer that goes further while costing less.

A hydraulically driven positive-displacement pump engineered to transfer viscous slurry and semi-solid manure reliably across distances up to 1,000 metres.

The EYS Piston Pump is a hydraulically driven positive-displacement unit purpose-built for the continuous long-distance transfer of viscous slurry, semi-solid manure and high dry-matter media up to 20% DM. Automated dual-sensor piston control eliminates manual cycle management. Available in Standard and Short configurations, the pump installs directly beside pits or within low-clearance buildings, containers and biogas plants. With only two gaskets as serviceable wear parts and a 5.5 kW power requirement, it delivers exceptional throughput at the lowest possible operating cost.

Product Advantages

  • Transfer distances to 1,000 m eliminate costly secondary pump infrastructure entirely.
  • Handles up to 20% DM including straw, sand and high-viscosity media.
  • Only two gaskets as wear parts, dramatically reducing lifecycle maintenance expenditure.
  • Dual pump synchronisation delivers constant uninterrupted flow without increased power draw.
  • 5.5 kW base power minimises energy cost per cubic metre transferred.
  • Automated sensor control removes operator dependency across continuous multi-shift operation.
  • Standard and Short variants give full site flexibility at identical rated capacity.

Additional information

Features & Benefits

Dual sensor piston control Top and bottom sensors automatically trigger suction and discharge strokes with no operator input, ensuring consistent volumetric output and eliminating manual cycle management entirely.
Hydraulic drive system A dedicated hydraulic power pack drives the Ø100 mm cylinder with controlled force, sustaining high-pressure slurry transfer at just 5.5 kW — with an optional 11 kW unit for increased flow.
Dual pump synchronisation Two pumps connected to a single hydraulic power pack operate in alternating sequence — one drawing while the other discharges — achieving constant flow at no additional energy cost.
Standard and Short variants The Short Piston Pump delivers identical rated capacity via a higher operating cycle speed, enabling installation in low-clearance buildings, biogas containers and confined plant rooms without compromise.
Minimal wear part design With only two gaskets as serviceable wear components, planned maintenance is fast, low-cost and predictable — eliminating the high aftersales burden associated with lobe or self-priming pump alternatives.
Four-point lubrication system Four flap-mounted lubricators deliver consistent bearing and seal lubrication throughout the operating cycle, extending service intervals and protecting mechanical assemblies under sustained continuous load.
High DM media capability Engineered to handle media up to 20% dry matter including long straw, sand and highly viscous slurry — where centrifugal, lobe and self-priming pumps fail or incur excessive wear.
Maintenance flange access A dedicated cleaning and maintenance flange provides direct access to internal pump components for routine servicing without full disassembly, minimising scheduled downtime on high-throughput operations.

Full Description

The EYS Piston Pump is a hydraulically driven positive-displacement pump engineered for reliable long-distance transfer of viscous slurry, semi-solid manure and high dry-matter media across agricultural, biogas, industrial and civil applications. Backed by over 25 years of specialist design and production experience, EYS builds the Piston Pump as a direct, field-proven answer to the performance limitations and high aftersales costs of self-priming and lobe pump alternatives — a position validated by widespread adoption across French biogas plants, where operators have systematically replaced conventional pump types with EYS units.

Where other pump types lose performance or sustain rapid wear as solids content rises, the EYS Piston Pump maintains consistent volumetric output across the full media range — including materials up to 20% dry matter with long straw, sand and high-viscosity compounds that would block or damage alternative designs. This capability makes it the technically correct specification for unscreened raw manure, biogas feedstock loading, and any application where material consistency is variable or elevated.

Operation is fully automated through a precision dual-sensor piston control system. As the piston reaches upper travel limit, the top sensor triggers the downward stroke — forcing the inlet valve closed and the outlet valve open to transfer slurry into the discharge pipe. When the piston reaches lower limit, the bottom sensor initiates the upward suction stroke, drawing fresh material into the pump chamber. This closed-loop cycle requires no operator input and sustains consistent output across extended operating periods without intervention.

Maintenance simplicity is a defining design advantage. The EYS Piston Pump has only two serviceable wear parts: two gaskets. Regular gasket replacement is the sole planned maintenance requirement for long-term reliable operation — a stark contrast to the high ongoing component cost of lobe pumps and self-priming alternatives. A dedicated cleaning and maintenance flange provides rapid access to internal components when required, and four flap-mounted lubricators maintain bearing and seal condition throughout continuous operation.

The pump is offered in Standard and Short configurations. The Standard variant suits open-area and high-ceiling installations; the Short Piston Pump addresses low-clearance environments including biogas containers and confined plant rooms, achieving identical volumetric capacity through a higher operating cycle speed. For applications requiring elevated sustained flow, two EYS Piston Pumps connect to a single hydraulic power pack via a dedicated connection kit. In this dual-pump configuration, units operate in alternating synchronisation — one suctions while the other discharges — producing near-continuous flow output with no increase in power consumption. The EYS Piston Pump integrates directly into ENVIROXX separation, dewatering and field-application system configurations as the primary transfer mechanism within larger process plant installations.

Technical Details

Drive system Hydraulic positive-displacement piston
Motor power 5.5 kW standard / 11 kW optional hydraulic unit
Flow capacity Up to 40 m³/h
Pumping distance Up to 1,000 m (pipe diameter dependent)
Pumping head Up to 60 m (material dependent)
Hydraulic cylinder diameter Ø 100 mm
Inlet line 8 inch
Discharge line 6 inch / NPS 6 or NPS 8, Class 150
Piston control Automated top and bottom sensor activation
Suitable media Viscous slurry, semi-solid manure, up to 20% DM including straw and sand
Wear parts Two gaskets only
Lubrication Four flap-mounted lubricators
Variants Standard (L 3,378 mm) / Short (L 2,478 mm)
Body diameter Ø 650 mm
Dual pump connection Available via connection kit — single hydraulic power pack, same power consumption
Installation Pit-side, open areas, high or low-clearance buildings, biogas containers
Applications Manure management, biogas feedstock loading, slurry transfer, wastewater treatment
Performance note: Maximum flow rate and maximum pumping head are independent limits and cannot be achieved simultaneously. Pumping distance and head are variable depending on pipe diameter and material dry-matter content.

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Certifications

ISO Certified Manufactured by EYS, an ISO-certified mechanical engineering facility with over 25 years of specialist design, R&D and production experience across agricultural and environmental equipment.

Warranty

Manufacturer Warranty Standard manufacturer warranty of 12 months on all mechanical and hydraulic components, subject to correct installation, regular gasket maintenance and approved operating conditions.
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