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Goulds Commercial Water Systems
Commercial Water SolutionsBuildings · HVAC · Boosters · Multi-Pump Systems
Commercial building water systems from Goulds Water Technology — packaged boosters with integrated VFDs, smart pumps, end-suction circulators, and multi-pump configurations for high-rises, hospitality, healthcare, and multi-family. IE5 ultra-premium efficiency across the Hydrovar X platform.
Common Commercial Water Needs
Match your project to the right Goulds product family below.
Building Pressure Boost
High-rise, hotel, hospital, or multi-family pressure boost from municipal water supply. Packaged multi-pump booster with redundancy and BMS integration.
HVAC & Hydronic Circulation
Closed-loop heating, cooling, and chilled-water circulation. Smart pumps with proportional pressure control optimize energy across varying loads.
Process & Industrial Water
Cooling tower fill, process heating & cooling, water transfer. End-suction smart pumps with NSF 61 certification for potable applications.
Boiler Feed
Boiler feedwater service requiring 250°F temperature handling. e-SHX with integrated Hydrovar X drive and back pull-out design for service.
Industrial Washing & Cleaning
Car washes, food & beverage processing, industrial refrigeration, equipment washdown. Horizontal multistage smart pumps for high-pressure cleaning.
Existing Booster Replacement
Replace aging legacy boosters with Hydrovar X — IE5 efficiency, integrated drives, multi-master fault tolerance, and BMS connectivity.
Featured Commercial Product Families
Five Goulds product families share the Hydrovar X smart motor platform — choose the configuration that matches your application.
AQUAFORCE e-HVX / e-HVXR
Packaged Multi-Pump Boosters
Multi-pump packaged booster systems using e-SV vertical multistage pumps with integrated Hydrovar X drives. Multi-master control runs through single-pump fault. Optimyze condition monitoring standard.
e-HVX FlowUp to 2,100 GPM
e-HVX HeadUp to 880 ft
e-HVXR30% smaller footprint
PumpsUp to 3 in package
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e-SVX Smart Pump
Vertical Multistage · IE5
High-head vertical multistage with the broadest hydraulic envelope in the family. 304 SS pump body. Designed for clean and lightly-aggressive fluids including glycol, oils, and high-temperature service.
FlowUp to 640 GPM
HeadUp to 1,200 ft
Max Pressure580 PSI
Liquid Temp-20°F to 250°F
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e-HMX Smart Pump
Horizontal Multistage · 6 Models
Stainless steel horizontal multistage for commercial and industrial use. Balanced impeller reduces axial thrust 40%. 20% thicker pump body vs e-HM increases durability. Modular construction for OEM integration.
FlowUp to 150 GPM
HeadUp to 509 ft
Max Pressure230 PSI
Liquid Temp20°F to 248°F
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e-SHX Smart Pump
End-Suction · 316 SS · NSF 61
AISI 316 SS end-suction with back pull-out design — impeller, bracket, and motor extract without disconnecting pump body. ANSI Class 150 flange compatible. NSF/ANSI 61 certified for drinking water.
FlowUp to 970 GPM
HeadUp to 380 ft
Max Pressure230 PSI
Liquid TempUp to 250°F
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Commercial Sizing Decisions
Common decisions where engineering input ensures the right configuration the first time.
Building Demand Profiling
Use Hunter's Curve and AWWA M22 to calculate peak demand from fixture units. Most building boosters are oversized — accurate demand profiling saves capital and operating cost.
Pump Family Selection
e-HVX/HVXR for packaged building boost. e-SVX for high-head clean fluid. e-SHX for high flow at moderate head with ANSI flanges. e-HMX for horizontal multistage.
Multi-Pump Configuration
Duplex (2 pumps) is standard for commercial redundancy. Triplex (3 pumps) for higher capacity and N+1 redundancy. Up to 8 pumps networked for the largest applications.
BMS Integration Planning
Hydrovar X supports MODBUS RTU and BACnet MS/TP directly — no gateway hardware. Confirm BMS protocol and points list during specification.
Soft Start vs Across-the-Line
Hydrovar X integrated VFD provides full variable speed and soft start. Reduces inrush current, mechanical stress on system, and water hammer events.
Material Selection
304 SS for clean water service. 316 SS for chloride exposure or potable water. Cast iron pump body acceptable for closed-loop hydronic. Match to fluid chemistry.
Why Watermain Supply for Commercial Goulds
Hydrovar X is the most advanced Smart Pump platform Goulds has ever shipped — IE5 ultra-premium efficiency, no rare-earth materials, integrated VFDs, multi-pump networking, and BMS integration via MODBUS RTU and BACnet MS/TP. We specialize in Hydrovar X commercial applications.
Engineering-led pump selection. Commercial building boosters get over-specified frequently — 50% oversizing is common in the industry. We size to actual demand using Hunter's Curve and AWWA M22, not to nameplate-maximum-everywhere safety margins. Right-sized boosters cost less, use less energy, and last longer.
Engineering submittal packages. For projects requiring engineer review and approval — certified pump curves, dimensional drawings, NPSH data, motor specifications, controls schematics. Formatted for spec compliance and submittal review.
Houston-based, Gulf Coast focused. Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico commercial service. Local technical support, faster shipping for urgent projects, and Houston-area service partner coordination.
Request a Commercial Goulds Quote
Fill in your project details and you'll have a sized recommendation, configuration, and pricing within 24 hours.
Commercial Goulds — Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between e-HVX and e-HVXR?
Both are packaged multi-pump booster systems using the same Hydrovar X smart motor platform. e-HVX: larger footprint, higher capacity (up to 2,100 GPM, 880 ft head). e-HVXR: 30% smaller footprint via reoriented suction/discharge manifolds, lower capacity (up to 380 GPM, 550 ft head). Choose e-HVXR when installation space is constrained.
Why Hydrovar X over standard induction motor pumps?
Hydrovar X delivers IE5 ultra-premium efficiency — the highest motor efficiency tier currently defined. Standard induction motors lose efficiency dramatically at part-load (which is most of the time for commercial boost applications). IE5 synchronous design maintains close-to-peak efficiency across the full operating envelope. Result: significantly lower energy costs over the life of the equipment.
Can Hydrovar X integrate with our existing BMS?
Yes — Hydrovar X supports MODBUS RTU and BACnet MS/TP communication protocols natively, no gateway hardware required. Direct integration with most commercial building management systems for monitoring, control, and alarm reporting. Confirm BMS protocol and points list during specification.
Do you provide engineering submittals for projects?
Yes. For commercial projects requiring engineer review, we provide certified pump curves, dimensional drawings, NPSH-required data, motor specifications, and controls schematics formatted for spec compliance and submittal review. Submittal packages are included with quotes for projects that require them.
What's the typical lead time on Hydrovar X equipment?
Single-pump configurations (e-SVX, e-HMX, e-SHX) typically ship within 4–8 weeks. Packaged boosters (AQUAFORCE e-HVX/HVXR) typically run 6–10 weeks given multi-pump assembly. Custom configurations or BMS programming may extend lead time. Exact lead time confirmed on every quote.
Do you handle installation or just supply?
We supply the equipment. For installation, we coordinate with mechanical contractors and Goulds-authorized service partners in your area. Most commercial installations require a licensed mechanical contractor and electrician. We provide installation drawings, startup procedures, and BMS integration documentation to support your installer.
Need a Commercial Goulds Pump?
Send us your project details — flow, head, multi-pump configuration, BMS protocol — and you'll have a sized recommendation and pricing within 24 hours.
281.664.8000Goulds Water Technology, AQUAFORCE, and Hydrovar are trademarks of Xylem Inc. and its subsidiaries.
Goulds is a registered trademark of ITT Manufacturing Enterprises LLC and is used under license. MODBUS is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric USA, Inc.
Watermain Supply is a DBA of E4 Industrial LLC, an independent industrial distributor based in Houston, Texas.
Goulds is a registered trademark of ITT Manufacturing Enterprises LLC and is used under license. MODBUS is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric USA, Inc.
Watermain Supply is a DBA of E4 Industrial LLC, an independent industrial distributor based in Houston, Texas.
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