Technology Strong R&D Effort R&D Effort Sulzer Pumps places great emphasis on research and development. It starts with basic research, where we focus on hydraulics, cavitation, erosion, corrosion and mechanical design (particularly rotor-dynamic design). Basic research advances are then applied to product development, where our engineers work closely with customers all over the world on the practical implementation of innovative ideas. At any point, they can call upon the diverse expertise of the many research specialists working in our pumping laboratories.