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title: Improve Centrifugal Pump Efficiency | 6 Practical Cost-Saving Strategies
description: Learn six practical ways to improve centrifugal pump efficiency, reduce energy use, and cut operating costs across industrial pumping systems.
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# [Improve Centrifugal Pump Efficiency | 6 Practical Cost-Saving Strategies](https://www.allflo.com.au/resources/blog/improve-centrifugal-pump-efficiency)

 Written by [Admin](https://www.allflo.com.au/resources/blog/author/admin) | Apr 13, 2021

 

###### Below are six practical, proven ways to improve the efficiency of centrifugal pumps, based on real-world applications Allflo supports every day.

> These strategies focus on practical system improvements that deliver measurable efficiency gains without major capital replacement.

 

**1. Trim impellers**

- When pumps are oversized, excess pressure and flow waste energy
- Impeller trimming is often more efficient than throttling valves
- A cost-effective way to match pump output to system demand

**2. Use variable frequency drives (VFDs)**

- VFDs adjust motor speed to meet real-time demand
- Ideal for systems with variable flow requirements
- Particularly effective in cooling and process control applications

**3. Use parallel pumping systems**

- Running multiple pumps in parallel improves efficiency
- Keeps pumps operating closer to their Best Efficiency Point (BEP)
- Reduces energy waste during fluctuating demand

**4. Reduce pressure loss in pipework**

- Pipe length, diameter, layout, and material all affect efficiency
- Minimise bends and restrictions
- Maintain clean, corrosion-free pipework

**5. Avoid oversized pumps**

- Oversizing is one of the most common causes of energy loss
- Pumps operating far from BEP consume unnecessary power
- Correct pump selection delivers immediate efficiency gains

**6. Avoid unnecessary pump operation**

- Automation and control systems prevent wasted run-time
- Sensors and controls ensure pumps only operate when required
- Simple changes can deliver significant cost savings

 

###### Improving pump efficiency doesn’t require guesswork.

With the right pump selection, system design and controls, energy savings can be achieved without compromising performance.

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> These recommendations are based on real-world pumping systems Allflo assesses and supports across industrial, processing and infrastructure applications.

 

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