Grundfos CRI Vertical In-Line Multistage Pumps for Pressure Boosting, Water Treatment, HVAC, and Industrial Process Systems
Grundfos CRI Vertical In-Line Multistage Pumps are stainless steel centrifugal pumps designed for applications requiring reliable pressure generation, efficient operation, and enhanced corrosion resistance. Built on the proven Grundfos CR multistage platform, CRI pumps are well suited for pressure boosting, water treatment, industrial process water, HVAC, glycol circulation, washing, cooling, and general water supply applications.
The Grundfos CRI is a vertical multistage centrifugal pump with an in-line configuration. Multiple impeller stages allow the pump to generate substantial head while maintaining a compact footprint, making the CRI particularly useful in mechanical rooms, process systems, equipment skids, and industrial installations where both high pressure and efficient use of floor space are important.
A key distinction of the CRI range is its AISI 304 stainless steel wetted construction. Grundfos specifies AISI 304 stainless steel for all CRI components in contact with the pumped liquid, providing good corrosion resistance across a broad range of water applications. This makes CRI pumps a strong choice for water and slightly aggressive compatible liquids where a higher level of corrosion resistance is desired compared with standard cast-iron-based pump construction.
The CRI range is designed for applications including liquid transfer, glycol circulation, pressure boosting, and circulation of cold or hot water. Its combination of stainless steel construction and multistage hydraulics makes the pump versatile enough for commercial building systems as well as demanding industrial processes.
Features
- Vertical in-line multistage centrifugal pump design
- AISI 304 stainless steel components in contact with the pumped liquid
- Good corrosion resistance for water and compatible slightly aggressive liquids
- Multiple impeller stages provide high-head capability
- Compact vertical construction helps conserve installation floor space
- In-line pump configuration supports efficient piping layouts
- Designed for pressure boosting, circulation, and liquid transfer
- Suitable for cold and hot water applications
- Suitable for glycol circulation with appropriate pump selection
- Optimized hydraulic design supports efficient pump performance
- Broad range of flow and pressure configurations available
- Modular Grundfos CR platform supports application-specific configurations
- Multiple connection and shaft seal options available depending on pump selection
- Suitable for commercial and industrial pumping systems
- CRI fixed-speed configurations available
- CRIE variable-speed configurations available within the broader CR family
- Suitable for new installations, packaged equipment, and pump replacement projects
- Designed for reliable continuous-duty operation
- Useful where AISI 304 stainless steel wetted construction is preferred over standard CR materials
Applications
- Pressure boosting
- Commercial water supply
- Industrial water supply
- Water treatment systems
- Industrial process water
- HVAC systems
- Hydronic heating systems
- Hydronic cooling systems
- Glycol circulation
- Cooling water systems
- Boiler feed applications
- Liquid transfer
- Filtration systems
- Washing and cleaning systems
- Irrigation systems
- Temperature control systems
- Process water circulation
- Packaged pump systems
- Process skids
- High-pressure water systems
- Slightly aggressive compatible liquid applications
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