Waterous Announces the New ESU1 Pump

SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minnesota (May 7, 2024) — Waterous, a global leader in firefighting technology, announced the release of the ESU1 Pump at FDIC that took place in April, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. With the power and performance of a traditional full-body fire pump in a compact, lightweight design, the ESU1 provides performances of 1,500, 1,750, 2,000 and 2,250 gallon-per-minute at 150 psi. Available as a direct-driven pump or matched with a Waterous split-shaft aluminum-case C22 Transmission.

Other features of the new ESU1 Pump are:

  • Cast grey iron body
  • Dual stripping edge volute
  • Passive lubrication system
  • Self-adjusting mechanical seal
  • Mechanically and hydraulically balanced impeller
  • Replaceable bronze wear rings
  • All deep-groove anti-friction ball bearings, oil-splash lubricated
  • 8-inch Victaulic or optional 6″ Dual Intake
  • C22 Transmission consisting of an aluminum case and chain-driven for silent operation
  • Less than 95dB
  • 7-Year Limited Warranty

Gregg Geske, Director of Sales for Waterous, said, “The new ESU1 pump continues our effort to design and manufacture the most efficient pumps in the industry. Whether at lower flows or maximum flows, the ESU1 will be ready to perform.”

About Waterous

Revolutionizing firefighting since 1886, Waterous, based out of South St. Paul, Minnesota, has been manufacturing the most reliable, performance-enhancing pumps, power take-offs, valves and hydrants the fire service industry has to offer. To contact Waterous, call 651- 450-5000 or visit www.waterousco.com.

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