Kerr Pump & Supply is a stocking distributor of Lutz Pumps drum and container pumps for the state of Michigan. Lutz is a global leader in industrial drum pumps, container pumps, and fluid handling solutions, with decades of proven performance and worldwide installations.
Lutz drum pumps are engineered for safe, reliable fluid transfer in demanding industrial, chemical, and process applications. Used for emptying, pumping, circulating, and mixing liquids, these systems offer flexible configurations to match fluid compatibility, operating conditions, and safety requirements.
As an authorized Lutz distributor, Kerr Pump & Supply can quickly ship pumps and replacement parts or assist with proper drum pump selection to ensure the best solution for your application.
Drum Pumps
Lutz drum pumps are available in a wide range of sizes, materials of construction, and performance capabilities, allowing precise configuration for nearly any liquid transfer application. Drum pump motors can be combined with interchangeable pump tubes to match fluid properties, operating conditions, and safety requirements. With the proper combination of drum pump motor, pump tube, and accessories, virtually any type of liquid can be transferred safely and efficiently.
Available Materials Include:
- Polypropylene & PVDF – Ideal for acids, alkalis, and aggressive chemicals
- Aluminum – Suitable for diesel fuel, oils, and non-corrosive liquids
- Stainless Steel – Designed for corrosive or neutral liquids, as well as food, pharmaceutical, and hygienic applications
- Hastelloy® C – Engineered for highly aggressive acids and alkalis
Industrial Drum Pump Types & Applications
Lutz drum pumps are designed for a wide range of industrial drum unloading applications, from thin solvents to viscous fluids. With interchangeable motors and pump tubes, these systems can be configured as electric drum pumps, pneumatic drum pumps, battery-operated drum pumps, or air-operated drum pumps to match fluid properties and operating environments.
Common drum pump configurations include:
- Chemical drum pumps for acids, alkalis, and corrosive liquids
- Explosion-proof drum pumps for flammable or hazardous fluids
- Stainless steel drum pumps for hygienic and neutral applications
- Drum pumps for viscous liquids, including oils, resins, and greases
- Diesel drum pumps and fuel transfer solutions
- Heavy-duty drum unloading pumps for continuous industrial service
Lutz drum pumps are commonly used to empty 55-gallon drums, IBC totes, and chemical containers. Available options include drum pump motors, drum pump tubes, and complete drum pump kits with hoses, flow meters, and dispensing nozzles.
Drum Pump Motors
The broad range of Lutz drum pump motors ensures that a suitable motor is available for nearly any liquid and operating environment. Motor options are designed for flexibility, safety, and reliable performance.
Motor Options Include:
- Electric motors – Available with speed control, variable speed control, and explosion-compatible options
- Compressed air motors – Offered in explosion-compatible and non-explosion-compatible configurations
- Three-phase gear motors – Continuous duty operation with optional variable speed control
- Battery-powered motors – Lightweight solutions designed for mobile and flexible operation
Motor selection depends on fluid characteristics, duty cycle, and environmental conditions, and Kerr Pump specialists are available to assist with proper sizing.
Lutz Pump Tubes
Lutz drum pump tubes are designed to be fully interchangeable with all Lutz drum pump motors, providing unmatched system flexibility. Tubes are available for applications requiring fluid transfer, mixing, or complete drum drainage.
Pump Tube Options Include:
- Mechanical seal or seal-less designs in Polypropylene, Aluminum, PVDF, or Stainless Steel
- Hastelloy® C pump tubes for highly aggressive chemical applications
- Mixing pump tubes in Polypropylene or Stainless Steel
- Complete drum drainage pump tubes in Polypropylene or Stainless Steel
- Progressive cavity pump tubes in Stainless Steel for controlled, low-shear transfer
Proper pump tube selection ensures chemical compatibility, operator safety, and long service life.
Specialized Container Pumps
Lutz specialized container pumps are designed for applications where containers are stacked, enclosed, or inaccessible from the top.
- Horizontal eccentric screw pumps are ideal for both mobile and stationary use, offering controlled transfer of challenging fluids
- Horizontal container pumps are compact units featuring an axial impeller and are designed to connect directly to the bottom outlet valve
These pumps provide efficient solutions for non-standard container configurations.
Drum Pump Sets
Lutz offers prepackaged drum pump sets designed for emptying thin-bodied liquids from canisters, drums, or containers. These sets provide a complete, ready-to-use solution for common fluid transfer applications.
Typical applications include:
- Acids and alkalis
- Light or concentrated liquids
- Mineral oils
- Hazardous fluids
- Solvents
- Flammable and non-flammable liquids
Drum pump sets can also be combined with a flow meter for accurate dispensing and process control.
PURE Pumps and Flow Meters
Lutz PURE pumps and flow meters are engineered to meet the highest standards required in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and flammable cleaning product applications.
The PURE product line complies with:
- ATEX Directive
- FDA regulations
- European Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004
These pumps are designed for applications where hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance are essential.
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