High Head Submersible Dewatering Pumps
Engineered for extreme lift and long-distance discharge.
Remko RHHS Series pumps are built for very high-head dewatering across demanding mining, quarrying and major construction sites.
Designed for open-cut and underground mines, deep excavations and long discharge systems where substantial lift and reliable operation are required.
- Maximum Head
- Up to 198 m
- Maximum Flow
- Up to 210 m³/hr
- Outlet Sizes
- 100–150 mm
- Motor Power
- 75–90 kW
Applications
▫️Open-cut mines and quarries
▫️Underground mines and shafts
▫️Deep excavations and tunnelling
▫️Long-distance and high-lift discharge
Benefits
High-Head Performance: Up to 198 m maximum discharge head.
Twin-Stage Hydraulics: Twin SS316L impellers and diffusers.
Integrated Monitoring: Temperature and seal-moisture sensors.
Heavy-Duty Construction: Built for demanding mining & major dewatering duty.
Where High-Head Dewatering Pumps Perform
- Open-Cut Mines & Quarries
- Underground Mines & Shafts
- Deep Excavations & Tunnelling
- Long-Distance Discharge
Built for abrasive slurry transfer where seal wear, solids loading and maintenance downtime are common issues.
Best suited for:
- Open-cut mine dewatering
- Quarry pits and collection sumps
- Deep benches and low-point drainage
- High-lift water removal from active workings
Selection considerations:
- Confirm total head, including elevation and pipe friction
- Review suspended solids, abrasion and water characteristics
- Check discharge routing, power supply and lifting access
For open-cut mine and quarry duties where high lift, rugged construction and dependable dewatering are required.
Peristaltic hose pumps integrated into complete dosing, batching, and process skid systems.
Best suited for:
- Long rising mains and discharge pipelines
- High-elevation water transfer
- Remote discharge points
- Duties beyond the head capability of standard dewatering pumps
Selection considerations:
- Confirm total dynamic head and the complete system curve
- Check pipe diameter, pressure rating and friction losses
- Match the pump, starter or VFD arrangement to the operating duty
For high-head transfer duties where elevation and long discharge pipework create significant system pressure.
Reliable for sludge feed, polymer dosing, digester systems, and dewatered solids transfer.
Best suited for:
- Deep civil excavations
- Tunnel and underground infrastructure projects
- Construction shafts and major site sumps
- Large-scale construction dewatering
Selection considerations:
- Confirm expected inflow and required pump-down rate
- Calculate static lift, pipe losses and discharge distance
- Consider standby capacity, access and operating controls
For major excavation and tunnelling projects where substantial lift and reliable site dewatering are critical.
Process & Utility Pumps
Reliable centrifugal and booster systems that support on-site water transfer, tank filling, and wash-down applications — built for everyday performance across civil construction environments.
Explore products:
Precision hose pump systems for acids, polymers, CIP chemicals, and controlled batching additives.
Best suited for:
- Underground mine dewatering
- Mine shafts and declines
- Underground sumps and collection points
- High-head transfer from below-ground workings
Selection considerations:
- Confirm installation depth, total head and required flow
- Review electrical configuration, cable requirements and controls
- Plan lifting, access, monitoring and maintenance requirements
For underground mining duties where water must be lifted reliably from deep sumps, shafts and below-ground workings.
Gentle low-shear transfer for sauces, syrups, flavourings, and other sensitive food ingredients.
Best suited for:
- PLC batching skids
- sensor feedback loops
- remote alarms
- containerised dosing plants
Key strengths:
- easy controls integration
- repeatable outputs
- compact footprint
- future scalability
Ideal when the pump needs to become part of a smarter, controlled process system.
A powerful 75 kW dewatering pump for deep pits and long discharge mains.
- Twin impeller + twin diffuser (316L stainless steel)
- Double mechanical seal (tungsten carbide)
- Heavy-duty four-bearing support system
- Max Flow: 120 m³/hr | Max Head: 175 m
A high‑volume 90 kW unit for major mine dewatering and extended high‑head applications.
- Twin impeller + twin diffuser (316L stainless steel)
- Large 150 mm (6”) discharge for high-volume duty
- Temperature and moisture protection with water cooling
- Max Flow: 210 m³/hr | Max Head: 198 m
FAQ's
for High Head Dewatering Pumps
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What applications require a high-head submersible pump?
High-head pumps suit deep mines, shafts, excavations and long discharge lines where substantial lift is required.
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What is the maximum head available?
The RHHS range provides up to 198 m maximum head, depending on the selected model and duty.
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What is the difference between the RHHS-100 and RHHS-150?
The RHHS-100 is a 75 kW, 100 mm model; the RHHS-150 is a 90 kW, 150 mm higher-capacity model. -
How do these pumps handle abrasive mine water?
They use heavy-duty wear-resistant construction with SS316L impellers and diffusers for demanding mine-water duties. -
What protection features are included?
The range includes temperature and moisture sensors, twin mechanical seals and a four-bearing system.

