Common Questions

Find answers to common questions about CST’s technology, pump applications, OEM integration, trials, investment opportunities and future roadmap.

About CST

Is Changing State Technologies a pump manufacturer?

Changing State Technologies is not positioning itself as a traditional pump manufacturer. Its strategy is to supply technology modules to existing pump OEMs, helping them develop differentiated pump solutions for their customers.

What industries does Changing State Technologies support?

Changing State Technologies is developing technology for industries that rely on pumping, cooling and fluid management. Initial areas of focus include pump OEMs, industrial applications, municipal infrastructure and data centre cooling.

Where is Changing State Technologies based?

Changing State Technologies is based in Auckland, New Zealand. The company is developing its technology for global industrial markets, beginning with pump OEMs and industrial end users.

What does Changing State Technologies do?

Changing State Technologies develops fluid technology designed to improve how industrial systems move, cool and purify fluids. The company is initially focused on pump technology, with future applications in water-based cooling and purification.

What is Changing State Technologies?

Changing State Technologies is an Auckland-based industrial technology company developing breakthrough fluid dynamics technology for pumping, cooling and purification systems. Its first commercial focus is the MPR™ Pump Module, a patented pump technology designed to move beyond conventional cavitation constraints.

MPR™ Pump Module

Is the MPR™ Pump Module ready for commercial use?

Changing State Technologies is advancing the MPR™ Pump Module through prototype development, optimisation, testing and trial engagement. The company is working toward production-ready units and commercial engagement with OEM partners.

Who is the MPR™ Pump Module designed for?

The MPR™ Pump Module is designed for pump OEMs, industrial end users and technical partners interested in more reliable, flexible and easier-to-manage pumping solutions.

What problem does the MPR™ Pump Module solve?

The MPR™ Pump Module is designed to address long-standing pump challenges such as cavitation risk, seal failure, intake limitations, gas handling, system complexity and downtime. It gives OEMs and end users a new way to think about pump solutions and their performance and reliability.

How is the MPR™ Pump Module different from a conventional pump?

Conventional pumps are typically designed around pump curves, NPSH requirements and cavitation limits. The MPR™ Pump Module is designed to operate beyond conventional cavitation constraints, supporting more flexible pressure and flow combinations within its operating range.

What does MPR™ stand for?

MPR™ stands for Multiphase Rotor™. It refers to the patented rotor technology developed by Changing State Technologies for pump applications and future fluid system applications.

What is the MPR™ Pump Module?

The MPR™ Pump Module is Changing State Technologies’ first commercial product focus. It uses patented Multiphase Rotor™ technology to create and manage a Stable Vapour Cavity™ operating environment, enabling a new approach to pump performance.

OEM integration

Can OEMs request technical information?

Yes. Pump OEMs can contact Changing State Technologies to request technical information, discuss integration opportunities and explore potential collaboration.

Does CST compete with pump OEMs?

CST’s strategy is to supply technology modules to pump OEMs rather than compete directly as a broad pump manufacturer. The goal is to help OEMs bring improved pump solutions to market.

How can CST help pump OEMs differentiate their products?

CST’s MPR™ Pump Module gives OEMs access to patented technology that can support new performance claims, simplified system design and improved reliability in demanding applications.

Why should pump OEMs work with Changing State Technologies?

Pump OEMs can work with CST to explore differentiated pump technology that addresses long-standing customer challenges around cavitation, reliability, system flexibility and maintenance.

Can the MPR™ Pump Module be integrated into existing pump product lines?

The MPR™ Pump Module is being developed for OEM integration. Changing State Technologies is interested in working with pump manufacturers to explore how the technology can support future product development and differentiated pump solutions.

Cavitation  and Stable Vapour Cavity™ technology

Does the MPR™ Pump Module cavitate?

No. The MPR™ Pump Module is designed to operate beyond the cavitation barrier by creating and managing a Stable Vapour Cavity™ operating environment. This means it is not affected by cavitation in the same way as conventional pump systems, where vapour bubble collapse can cause damage, performance loss and reliability issues.

What does “beyond cavitation” mean?

“Beyond cavitation” refers to CST’s approach of operating past the traditional cavitation barrier. Instead of simply avoiding cavitation, the technology creates a controlled environment where new pump behaviours become possible.

What is a Stable Vapour Cavity™?

A Stable Vapour Cavity™ is a controlled low-pressure operating environment created inside CST’s technology. It allows the liquid to change state in a stable and managed way, rather than producing destructive cavitation behaviour.

How does Changing State Technologies address cavitation?

Changing State Technologies has developed technology that manages the progression through the cavitation zone into a controlled Stable Vapour Cavity™ environment. This allows the pump to operate differently from conventional systems designed to avoid cavitation.

Why is cavitation a problem in pump systems?

Cavitation can cause pump damage, vibration, noise, performance loss, downtime and maintenance issues. Many conventional pump systems are designed with workarounds to avoid cavitation or reduce its impact.

What is cavitation?

Cavitation occurs when pressure changes inside a liquid cause vapour bubbles to form and collapse. In conventional pump systems, this can reduce performance, damage components and create reliability issues.

Pump  performance and benefits

Is CST’s pump technology energy efficient?

Changing State Technologies is currently optimising and benchmarking pump efficiency. The company believes its technology can support improved solution-level efficiency, but energy efficiency should be assessed through testing, trials and application-specific data.

How does CST’s technology affect total cost of ownership?

CST’s technology is designed to reduce maintenance risk, downtime, seal-related failure points and system complexity. These factors can contribute to lower total cost of ownership over the life of a pumping solution.

What does flexible pressure and flow control mean?

Flexible pressure and flow control means the pump can support different pressure and flow combinations within its operating range. This gives OEMs and end users more flexibility when designing or managing pumping systems.

Can CST’s pump technology handle gas in the supply fluid?

CST’s MPR™ technology is designed to operate with gas in the supply fluid, which can help support more reliable performance in challenging pumping environments.

Can the MPR™ Pump Module self-prime?

Yes. The MPR™ Pump Module is designed to provide true self-priming capability up to approximately 9.5 metres at standard conditions.

Does the MPR™ Pump Module have seals?

The MPR™ Pump Module is designed to remove typical seal requirements found in conventional centrifugal pumps. This may help reduce one of the common failure points in traditional pump systems.

What are the main benefits of CST’s pump technology?

CST’s pump technology is designed to support more reliable operation, flexible pressure and flow control, self-priming capability, reduced seal-related failure points and lower total cost of ownership over time.

Trials  and engagement

What information should I provide when enquiring about a trial?

Useful information includes your application type, fluid being pumped, operating conditions, current pump challenges, pressure and flow requirements, site constraints and any reliability or maintenance issues.

How can I discuss a trial with CST?

Industrial end users, OEMs and technical partners can contact CST directly through the website to discuss trial opportunities. To get started, click here to discuss a trial and share your application details, operating requirements and current pumping challenges.

What types of trials is CST interested in?

CST is interested in trials that can demonstrate the MPR™ Pump Module in real-world pumping environments, particularly applications involving reliability challenges, intake limitations, variable flow requirements or cavitation risk.

Can industrial end users trial CST’s pump technology?

Yes. Changing State Technologies welcomes enquiries from industrial end users interested in trialling the MPR™ Pump Module in real-world applications. Trial opportunities may be suitable where conventional pump systems are affected by cavitation, reliability issues, gas on intake, variable demand or difficult operating conditions. End users can submit a trial enquiry so CST can assess the application and discuss next steps.

Applications

Is CST technology only for pumps?

No. Pumps are the first commercial focus, but CST’s broader technology platform has applications in cooling, purification, energy recovery and distillation.

How could CST technology support data centres?

CST’s future cooling technology is being developed around the use of water as a refrigerant in closed-loop systems. This may help reduce reliance on harmful chemical refrigerants and support more sustainable cooling pathways, conserving both water and energy..

How could CST technology support municipal infrastructure?

CST’s pump technology has potential in municipal water, wastewater, stormwater and flood management applications where pumps may be exposed to extreme loads, intake challenges and reliability risks.

How could CST technology support industrial applications?

In industrial environments, CST’s technology may support more reliable pumping, reduced downtime risk, simplified system design and greater flexibility across changing operating conditions.

What applications is CST focusing on first?

CST’s first commercial focus is pump technology, especially applications where reliability, flexibility, self-priming and reduced cavitation constraints can create value.

Future  roadmap

Why is the pump the first commercial focus?

The pump is the first practical proof point for CST’s technology. It allows the company to demonstrate its patented fluid dynamics approach in a large global market before expanding into cooling and purification.

What is CST’s technology roadmap?

CST’s roadmap begins with pump technology and the MPR™ Pump Module. Future development areas include water-based cooling, energy recovery and distillation-based purification.

What future products is CST developing?

Future product opportunities include water-based refrigeration and cooling systems, energy recovery applications and low-cost distillation for purification and clean water production.

Sustainability

Can CST technology support clean water production?

CST’s broader platform has relevance in low-cost distillation and purification. These applications are part of the future roadmap rather than the first commercial focus.

Does CST’s cooling technology use water as a refrigerant?

CST’s future cooling technology is being developed around the use of water as a refrigerant in a closed-loop process. This is part of the company’s broader roadmap beyond pump technology.

How could CST technology support more sustainable systems?

CST’s technology may support sustainability by improving system reliability, reducing maintenance and downtime, enabling water-based cooling, supporting energy recovery and reducing reliance on harmful chemicals in future applications.

What does “powered by water, not harmful chemicals” mean?

This phrase refers to CST’s future vision for cooling and purification systems that use water-based processes rather than relying on harmful chemical refrigerants or high-energy conventional systems.

IP and  credibility

Why is CST’s IP important?

CST’s IP helps protect the core technology and gives the company a differentiated position in pump, cooling and purification markets. It also supports future commercial partnerships, licensing and product development.

What IP does Changing State Technologies hold?

CST’s IP includes technology related to the Multiphase Rotor™, filed provisional applications and future patents around in progress technology develpoment. This supports both the near-term pump opportunity and the broader platform roadmap.

Is CST technology protected by patents?

Yes. Changing State Technologies has patented and patent-pending technologies, including a granted US patent for its Multiphase Rotor™ system and method for maintaining a Stable Vapour Cavity™.

Contact  and support

What should I include in my enquiry?

Include your name, company, role, enquiry type, application area and any relevant technical or commercial context. This helps CST direct your enquiry to the right person.

How can technical partners contact CST?

Technical partners can contact CST to discuss testing, research collaboration, prototype development, technical resources or future application opportunities.

How can investors contact CST?

Investors can use the website contact form to request information about CST’s technology platform, IP position, market opportunity, roadmap and commercialisation pathway.

How can pump OEMs contact CST?

Pump OEMs can contact CST through the website to discuss MPR™ Pump Module integration, technical details, product development and partnership opportunities.

Who should contact Changing State Technologies?

CST welcomes enquiries from pump OEMs, industrial end users, investors, research partners and technical collaborators interested in pump technology, trials, investment or future applications.

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