What questions should be answered, before selecting sewage pumps?

When it comes to sewage pumps, everyone’s dream and necessity is to own a properly working one. This stands true especially for homeowners who have basement toilets. 

The role of sewage pumps is to lift flushable waste into a septic tank or the sewer line. There are many people who often go for replacing their water pump with the same model as before. Before making the decision, you should always ask yourself, how long should your pump last?

Similarly, when selecting the right sewage pumps for your needs, there are some questions that you should ask yourself! The following is a list of those questions, along with the answers to the same:

1. How much flow is required?

To know what type of flow rate is required, it’s important to know the number of users that would be feeding the sewage basin as well as the number of drains. If you want to know a great rule of thumb, then its 50 gallons per person per day for residential use.

2. What about the vertical lift’s distance?

If you are familiar with the pumping industry, then you would have questions like “what is the total dynamic head?”  and “what is the head?” or something in these lines. All of these questions are asked to help in determining the amount of force or pressure needed for “pushing” the liquid up to where it’s required to go. Considering whether the system lifts to a septic tank, in the absence of any back pressure or to a sewer system with pressure pushing back, is imperative.

3. What are the requirements when it comes to solids handling?

Such type of requirements might be easily determined by the local codes. A sewage pump should have the capacity to handle spherical solids that are up to 2” in diameter, unless otherwise stated.

4. What is the size of the pump basin required?

Normally, the flow rate determines the size of the basin that is needed. A properly sized basin allows the water pump to run for longer on each cycle. It would also help to cycle less times each day. Generally, the larger the motor, the less cycles each day are recommended and the longer becomes the run time that is needed. Usually, the owner’s manual indicates the max number of cycles in a period of 24 hours. Taking this into account, with the flow rate, would help in determining what would be right for you. With higher flow rates, the basin’s diameter needed increases. 

Therefore, if you’re looking for the right sewage pump for your system, then make sure to answer these questions beforehand. 

To know more about sewage pump selection, contact Darling Pumps at 91 99819 92833.  

Buying Guide to Water Pumps

In order to select the perfect pump that suits all your needs, there is a simple process that you need to follow. This mostly includes asking yourself some basic questions on each step of the way. In this blog, you will find a list of those respective questions.

Ask yourselves the following:

1. Why do I need a water pump?

Before purchasing anything at all, you should be aware of how you can use it. In the case of submersible water pumps, the applications can be for various purposes like residential, agricultural tasks, as well as light commercial. All in all, a water pump is ideal for activities like the following:

1. In order to drain water from any basement.
2. In order to drain and fill any swimming pool, hot tub or pond.
3. In order to shallow the various flooded areas.
4. In order to distribute pesticides as well as fertilizers.
5. Many other activities that include construction purposes.

2.  How can I select the right water pump for myself?

There are various items to consider, before you go on to buy water pumps. You should be aware that all the water pumps are measured in vertical suction lift, discharge capacity (GPM), as well as the maximum head lift.

The following is an elaboration of the above:

• Discharge Capacity (GPM)- It is the rate of speed at which the water flows from the source to the discharge point. It is always measured in gallons per min. The Discharge Capacity (GPM) provides the power which makes water move quickly.
• Vertical Suction Lift- It is referred to as the vertical distance between the water source and the pump. Vertical Suction Lift becomes imperative to drain a deep pond or a basement.
• Maximum Head Lift- It is known to be the total height from the water source to the drainage point or the destination. The Maximum Head Lift provides the power which moves the water over a distance.

3. What types of pumps can I choose from? 

There are many types of pumps out there, manufactured to serve particular needs of the customers. They include dewatering pumps, raw water pumps, slurry pumps, sewage pumps, and many more. Picking the right ‘type’ of pump affects the buying decision by a great measure.

Therefore, by simply asking yourself these questions, before heading towards a solid decision of buying the water pump,you can easily make the right choice.

This buying guide can help you avoid wrong decisions and huge expenses made on the same.
For submersible water pump details, call 9981992833.