An AODD pump uses compressed air to move two diaphragms back and forth, creating suction and discharge without the need for mechanical seals. This design allows the pump to handle a wide range of fluids—even viscous, shear-sensitive, or abrasive products—with excellent reliability.
Reliable AODD Pump Solutions
Air-Operated Double Diaphragm (AODD) pumps offer versatile, dependable performance for both sanitary and industrial applications. Known for their ability to handle a wide range of viscosities, solids, and shear-sensitive products, AODD pumps provide reliable flow control across demanding process environments.
Our AODD pump offering features durable construction, multiple material options, and robust diaphragms engineered for long service life. With simple maintenance, strong suction capabilities, and flexible installation, these pumps deliver consistent results trusted by processors across numerous industries.
Browse Air Operated Diaphragm Pump Options
Graco SaniForce FG Series Pump
Graco’s sanitary air operated double diaphragm pumps are designed to pump a broad range of foods, including concentrated fruit juices, sauces, pastes, starches, wine, food-grade oil, jams and jellies. Graco’s flexible food grade diaphragm pumps are ideal for applications requiring high flow rates and portability. Additionally, we designed them for rigorous, continuous use with quick knockdown features that make the pumps easy to clean
Graco SaniForce HS Series Pump
Graco’s SaniForce High Sanitation AODD pumps are designed to meet the most stringent sanitation requirements. Mounted on a floor stand and equipped with a leak detector, SaniForce High Sanitation pumps can be rotated 360 degrees to drain any excess material. These pumps are ideal for personal care, cosmetics, and high care food transfer.
Graco SaniForce LP Series Pump
Graco’s SaniForce Large Particle AODD pumps are designed to handle solids up to 3.8 inches in diameter without crushing or damaging material. The durable pump construction handles particulates and abrasives in material without damage to the pump. LP pumps are ideal for meat and poultry applications, as well as fruit filling and ice cream variegate.
Graco SaniForce 3A Series Pump
Graco’s SaniForce 3A AODD pumps are purpose built to meet 3A requirements for dairy transfer. Mounted on a floor stand and equipped with a leak detector, SaniForce 3A diaphragm pumps can be rotated 360 degrees for easy draining and sanitizing.
Graco Husky Series Pump
The Husky double diaphragm pumps are manufactured with your productivity in mind, providing you with one of the most reliable and efficient pumps in the market. Each membrane pump is thoroughly tested before it leaves our factories.
Frequently Asked Questions
AODD pumps provide gentle product handling, dry-run capability, easy maintenance, and compatibility with aggressive or particulate-laden fluids. Their simple design and ability to self-prime make them ideal for applications where versatility and durability are essential.
If your process requires flexibility, the ability to pump difficult fluids, or reliable performance in demanding environments, an AODD pump is often the best choice. Williams-Carver can help size and select the proper model based on flow, viscosity, chemical compatibility, and sanitation requirements.
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