By GPM, Inc. on Jul 14, 2026 11:49:50 AM
Pumps keep industry moving. Reduce downtime. Power critical operations.
From steel mills to water treatment plants, industrial pumps play a critical role in keeping essential industries running. When pumps fail, productivity, efficiency, and profitability suffer.
This guide from GPM explores how heavy-duty pumps support the industries that power America—and why reliability matters in the toughest applications.
Outcomes
- How pumps support critical U.S. industries like steel, mining, agriculture, and energy
- Why pump reliability directly impacts uptime and operational efficiency
- Common harsh conditions pumps must withstand, from abrasion to extreme heat
- Real-world examples of how the GPM-Eliminator reduces maintenance and failures
- Key factors that help extend pump life in demanding environments
About GPM, Inc.
Founded in 1978, GPM is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the GPM-Eliminator line of slurry and dewatering pumps. GPM employs a full-service engineering team to build and size the GPM-Eliminator to be application-specific to ensure reliable, long-term pumping solutions for all customers. Additionally, GPM is an industry leader in engineered pump systems, including custom pump barges, skids, and floating houses.
GPM-Eliminator submersible pumps are built for the toughest applications. With heavy-duty impellers capable of pumping up to 70% solids, these submersible pumps have 28% high-chrome 650+ Brinell hardness, assuring a long life of the impeller, wear plate and casing. If you have severe slurry applications or packing and seal issues, these pumps solve your toughest slurry pumping challenges.




