Pre-packaged pump stations are cost-efficient ways to make sure your pump station is optimized for your requirements. Common advantages include engineering support, project management to assist jobsite coordination, manufacturing, assembly and factory testing of the pump station, all before it is delivered to the jobsite.
Pumps can be used in a wide variety of applications. Everything from sanitary wastewater and stormwater pumps, to potable drinking water and numerous industrial manufacturing solutions all need the right pump for each application. The simplest place to start is to determine what fluid needs to be pumped. From there, calculate the gallons per minute (GPM), total dynamic head (TDH) and confirm the static head. This will all assist in selecting the pump with the best blend of capability and efficiency for a specific application.
The design flow rate, force main size, wet well design, electrical service and solids content in the pumped media are key deciding factors in making a pump selection for a pump station.
A pump station and a lift station both require a wet well below ground to collect wastewater or stormwater, and these two names are commonly interchangeable. However, a booster pump station is not interchangeable and is specifically used for potable drinking water distribution systems where water pressure is low or for filling water towers in remote areas.
Generally, pump stations are designed to have a 50-year life span. However, if a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or polymer concrete wet well is used, then a 100-year design life is achievable. That said, a submersible pump spends its life in a dirty corrosive environment, and like other mechanical equipment, is subject to natural wear and failure. Because of this, a common life span of a submersible pump is 15-20 years depending on usage.
Regular preventative maintenance of any pump station can help keep it running at optimal performance and prolong the service life. General service includes removing debris and cleaning the interior of the wet wells, exercising the valves, testing each pump motor, checking piping for buildup and performing electrical checks on the pumps and switchgear. That is why we created our Maintenance Plus program to give you the peace of mind knowing that we have you covered with a routine service schedule.
Maintenance cost varies based on the pump station type. Age and equipment wear and failure directly impact this budget. A good rule of thumb when planning annual pump station maintenance costs is $250 to $500 per month as this will provide available funds if a pump, valve or electrical switchgear needs to be replaced or upgraded depending on the pump station size. However, with our Maintenance Plus Quarterly Plus agreement, we include free replacement pumps (up to 20hp), replacement control components, remote monitoring and any other spare parts related to the pump station.
Yes, every sanitary or stormwater pump station requires a vertical or horizontal wet well to collect water and avoid backups or sewer overflows in the collection system. This wet well provides storage capacity and a working volume to ensure pumps are not running constantly, which consumes energy and could lead to premature failure.
Groundwater infiltration or groundwater level does impact what wet well type is best suited for a given application, but the main factor in this decision is client or engineer preference. There are distinct advantages of each wet well type when making this choice.
We can quickly review an application and help indicate a budget for the optimal wet well basin material.
Budgetary cost estimates for your packaged pump station application vary widely and there are several factors that contribute to this budget.
The pump type, pump brand, pump horsepower, wet well depth and diameter, electrical controls and communication systems all impact this pump station budget. A qualified pump station supplier will be able to review the basic size and working requirements of an application and provide budgetary costs quickly, as well as suggest upgrade options for specific requirements.
A compact pump station like the NoVault™ will utilize an above-ground enclosure mounted directly on top of the wet well. This removes the underground valve box (vault) typically provided in a traditional pump station design. This design significantly reduces footprint size while providing safe and efficient operator and maintenance access.
A riser can also be provided to ensure the valves and controls are above the 100-year flood levels. Older designs with below-grade valve vaults requiring confined space entry are becoming less desirable. Above-ground enclosures combine the benefit of compact footprint with operator safety and service convenience for the ultimate package pump station.
If you have additional questions about water and wastewater pump stations, contact us today!
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