Wood processing pumps

Wood-based manufacturing demands tough equipment. Ultra-efficient KSB pumps rise to the challenge.

Compared to non-wood products like steel or plastic, wood-based materials use fewer fossil resources, for a lower carbon footprint. But they also pose challenges to the wood processing industry. 

Wood processing demands pumps that can take the heat

Wood processing is a diverse global industry, with outputs ranging from panel or particle boards to wood pellets. Production needs vary: whether it’s drying wood chips, handling wood waste products or transporting auxiliaries like thermal oils, manufacturers need robust, reliable pumps that are built to last, even when the going gets hot.

The versatile KSB Etanorm SYT pump is well-equipped to handle the needs of the wood processing industry.

The Etanorm SYT pump from KSB.

High-efficiency pumps for the wood processing industry

We offer a comprehensive portfolio of pumps and valves for all wood processing needs. Numerous pumps models, such as our Etanorm / Etaline SYT and HPK-L pumps are built to operate safely at high working temperatures without external cooling. Need to boost safety levels? We also offer options like double mechanical seals, or magnet-driven pumps like the Magnochem.

When it comes to auxiliary agents for your presses, our SYT thermal oil pumps are equipped to handle both synthetic and mineral thermal oils, so you won’t have to choose.

Your full-line supplier for wood-based material processing

We offer a full product portfolio for all your wood processing needs. Beyond superior-quality KSB pumps and valves, we also offer advanced monitoring solutions and impeccable service. 

Our pumps are engineered for the most demanding wood processing applications, from high temperatures to extreme efficiency – or both. That excellent performance ensures more uptime, and a quicker turnaround on your investment. 

Should you ever need service, we offer on-site support – or you can send pumps to our nearest workshops. Simply need a spare part? We value long-term availability, to ensure you can keep operating your KSB pumps for decades.


We service your pumps, for wood processing and more, on site or at our local workshops.

KSB ensures fast technical assistance if needed thanks to our large global service network.

Our portfolio

KSB offers a broad portfolio for your wood processing applications:

  • Engineered pumps capable of withstanding high temperatures up to 750 °F
  • Thermal oil pumps are equipped to handle both synthetic and mineral thermal oils
  • Pumps for solids-laden fluids like wood residues
  • Double mechanical seals and magnet-driven pumps

Applications include

  • Wood-based panel or material manufacturing
  • Drying wood chips
  • Handling wastewater filled with sand and woodchips
  • On-site cogeneration and wood pellet production
  • Handling various auxiliary fluids used for pressing panels

Your benefits

  • Flexible and application-specific solutions thanks to a broad product portfolio
  • Reliable pumping under the most demanding conditions – in compliance with the highest safety standards
  • Solutions for extreme conditions by employing wear- and corrosion-resistant materials 
  • Reduced total cost of ownership through innovative technology
  • Comprehensive service – from installation and commissioning to inspection, maintenance and on-site repair
Service on slurry pump

Service at KSB SupremeServ means being fully looked after

KSB SupremeServ offers you a comprehensive range of services and spare parts for pumps, valves and other equipment – including for products from other manufacturers – from face-to-face consultation to installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair. More than 3500 specialists in over 190 service centers worldwide are available around the clock, seven days a week. Concentrate on your core business – and let us take care of the rest.

Pump repair

Pump Repair

KSB offers professional and fast service for pumps of any make and, if required, can modernise them to the latest technological standards. KSB also provides this service for explosion-proof pump sets.

  • For all makes
  • Pump set service
Technical consultancy for pumps and valves

Technical Consultancy

As a full-range supplier, KSB is on hand to advise you in every stage of the life cycle of your product or system.

  • Cost savings via system optimisation
  • Increasing system availability