Gardner Denver Transport Solutions designs fluid pumps for transmission, loading, unloading, and metering across transport applications where reliability, flow stability, and safety are critical.

From fuel transfer pumps and petrol transfer pumps for tank trucks and trailers to hygienic rotary lobe solutions for sensitive liquids, our portfolio supports fuel, chemical, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. These pumps are proven in real‑world transport environments and support discharge pressures up to 10 bar for demanding cargo pump duties.

 

What Is a Liquid Transfer Pump?

A liquid transfer pump is a type of positive displacement fluid pump that moves liquid through a sealed pumping chamber, delivering controlled and repeatable flow.

Because each rotation displaces a known volume, these pumps are ideal for transport applications that require accuracy, predictable performance, and safe handling of fuels, chemicals, and hygienic liquids.

Our pumps are designed for:

  • Tank trucks and trailers
  • Fixed land‑based installations
  • Loading, unloading, and metering operations

They operate reliably across variable duty cycles and challenging operating conditions.

 

How Does a Liquid Transfer Pump Work?

Liquid transfer pumps work by capturing liquid inside enclosed chambers and moving it from the inlet to the outlet at a controlled rate.

This operating principle allows the pumps to:

  • Deliver stable flow rates
  • Support short unloading cycles and long duty cycles
  • Maintain performance in demanding transport environments
  • Minimise downtime where uptime and safety are essential

This makes them well suited as fuel transfer pumps, petrol transfer pumps, and general fluid pumps for transmission systems.

Sliding Vane Liquid Transfer Pumps – Fuel & Chemical Transport

NEW: VPP & VPN Sliding Vane Pumps for Fuel & Chemical Transfer 

The VPP and VPN models are sliding vane liquid transfer pumps designed specifically for modern tank truck and trailer installations handling fuels and chemicals.

How Sliding Vane Pumps Work

Sliding vane pumps use a rotor that turns inside the pump casing. As it rotates, centrifugal force pushes the vanes outward, creating sealed pumping chambers. This design ensures continuous contact with the casing and delivers constant, smooth flow.

Because of this operating principle, sliding vane pumps are widely used as fuel transfer pumps and petrol transfer pumps, where consistency and reliability are essential.

Key Benefits of Sliding Vane Fluid Transfer Pumps

High flow rates for fast loading and unloading
  • Low weight to maximise vehicle payload
  • Compact designs for parallel or 90° installation
  • Maintenance‑free self‑lubricating carbon bushings
  • Single mechanical shaft seal for simplified servicing
  • Compatibility with fuel, chemical, and blended liquids
  • Short periods of safe dry running and rapid start‑up

These positive displacement pumps are ideal where constant flow, reliable self‑priming, and low maintenance are required.

Gardner Denver Transport Solutions Liquid Transfer Pumps

Gardner Denver Transport Solutions Liquid Transfer Pumps Brochure

Our integrated pump solutions are designed to work seamlessly within proven fuel delivery and cargo handling systems. Download the brochure to explore the full range of liquid and fluid transfer pump solutions, system configurations, and operational benefits.

Complete Liquid Transfer & Metering Systems

Gardner Denver Transport Solutions delivers complete liquid transfer and metering systems, not just individual pumps.

What’s Included in a Complete System?

  • Electronic metering systems for fuel applications
  • Gas elimination and system protection
  • Compressors for pressure discharge operations
  • Hydrapak oil coolers for compact hydraulic drive installations

How Do the Components Work Together?

  • The liquid transfer pump moves the fluid with controlled flow
  • Metering systems ensure accurate volume measurement
  • Compressors assist discharge when pressure unloading is required
  • Hydrapak units support and cool the hydraulic drive

Together, these components form a reliable, vehicle‑integrated fluid handling solution.

Gardner Denver Transport Solutions Complete Liquid Transfer & Metering Systems

Pumps for Industrial Applications

In addition to transport solutions, Gardner Denver Transport Solutions offers industrial fluid and liquid transfer pumps for applications requiring hygiene, accuracy, and process reliability. These pumps support food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, cosmetic, and personal care industries, handling low to high viscosity fluids across standard and ultra‑clean process

Explore the Right Liquid Transfer Pump for Your Application

Whether you need high flow, compact installation, hygienic handling, or precise metering, Gardner Denver Transport Solutions offers a liquid transfer pump engineered for your operation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Liquid Transfer Pumps

A liquid transfer pump is suitable for transport applications because it delivers controlled, repeatable flow, reliable self‑priming, and consistent performance in mobile environments.
Gardner Denver Transport Solutions pumps are designed specifically for tank trucks, trailers, and vehicle‑integrated systems, supporting fast loading and unloading, short or long duty cycles, and safe operation where uptime and durability are critical.