INDUSTRIAL SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS

WHAT ARE SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS?

The submersible pump gets its name from its functional design, which is to be completely submerged in the fluid or liquid it will be moving. They have sealed motors and pump bodies and offer the advantage of never needing to be primed. They push fluid and operate more efficiently than jet pumps, which pull fluids.


WHO USES THEM?

Submersible pumps have many uses, including:

  • Agricultural Irrigation
  • Pumping Sewage/Wastewater
  • Industrial Piping
  • Oil Industry
  • Drainage
  • Well Drilling
  • Pond Filtration
  • Slurry Pumping
  • Firefighting
  • Construction

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING

What Size Do I Need?

Like any other mechanical application, when selecting your equipment, the choice you make must be adequate to handle the needs or requirements of your specific system. Applications range from small business use to large industrial applications. The typical horsepower range for submersible pumps is from ¼ horsepower up to 250 horsepower. The typical flow rate range is from five gallons a minute to 7,500 gallons a minute. When selecting your pump, consider these questions:

  • How much fluid do you need to move?
  • What’s the elevation change from pump installation to destination?
  • What flow rate does your installation require?
  • How much lift do you need?
  • What’s your system total dynamic head (TDH)?
  • Construction

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What Maintenance Is Required?

Like any other type of equipment, pumps need routine maintenance to extend life and prevent downtime that interrupts production. Centrifugal pumps are typically the easiest type to maintain. Routine inspections should be set up according to the guidelines and specifications of your pump. Seals should be checked regularly for damage and signs of wear. Maintenance records and schedules should always be recorded, updated and kept securely. You should check to see if the manufacturer of your pump offers a maintenance program including routine checks and servicing to keep your purchase working properly.


WHAT ARE THE SIGNS YOU NEED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE YOUR PUMP?

Your Pump Won’t Start

When it’s operating at less than optimal efficiency, a submersible pump will provide some signs that it might be time to repair or replace it:

  • Poor water pressure
  • Flow rate decreases
  • Constant operation
  • Inability to start when needed
  • Decreased efficiency resulting in higher energy costs
  • Change in fluid consistency, temperature, color, etc.
  • Noisy operation or operation that doesn’t sound normal or like it once did

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