Water Pumping
Water Pumping
HAND PUMPS
Handpumps, which have been around for centuries,
can provide a cost-effective solution to allow the rural poor
to gain access to clean water for drinking and other
purposes. Handpumps are capable of lifting small amounts
of water from depths of up to 100 meters and allow the water
source to be sealed, reducing the risk for potential source
contamination during water collection (Olley, 2008).
Operation Principle:
Handpumps operate on the principles of fluid
mechanics. Mechanical energy is used to lift the
water from some depth below ground to the surface,
and the water is moved by taking advantage of
pressure differences. The fluid moves from an area
of higher pressure to lower pressure when the piston
is moved up and down. When the piston is moved
upwards, there is a decrease in pressure within the
cylinder. This causes the water to flow into the
cylinder through the foot valve. When the piston
moves down, the water is forced downwards,
increasing the pressure. The foot valve closes, the
piston valve opens, and the high pressure water exits
through the outlet pipe. Therefore, the pressure
within the cylinder automatically controls the
operations of the foot valve and piston valve.
Specifications:
General Conditions for Test and Inspection:
1. Suction/Piston/Plunger Pump
Piston pumps and plunger pumps are reciprocating positive displacement
pumps that use a plunger or piston to move media through a cylindrical chamber. They
are also called well service pumps, high pressure pumps, or high viscosity pumps
because they can deliver high pump pressures and are capable of handling both viscous
and solids containing media.
Operation:
Piston pumps and plunger pumps use a mechanism (typically rotational) to
create a reciprocating motion along an axis, which then builds pressure in a cylinder or
working barrel to force gas or fluid through the pump. The pressure in the chamber
actuates the valves at both the suction and discharge points.
Specification:
The primary specifications to consider when selecting pumps are flowrate, stroke
volume, pump head, pressure, horsepower, power rating, outlet diameter, and operating
temperature.
Maximum
Discharge The maximum pressure the pump is designed to generate.
Pressure
2. Power Pump
The Rower pump is an inclined version of the suction pump which is operated by
pulling directly on a ‘T’ bar connected to the piston rod. It is called the Rower pump
because of the rowing action used by the operator. The pump has the advantages of
easy action to the suction and piston valves and the relatively cheap cost of
manufacture.
Specification:
Stroke: variable
3. Treadle Pump
A treadle pump treadle pump treadle pump is another type of suction pump
designed to lift water from a depth of 7 metres or less. The treadle pump has a lever
pushed by the foot to drive the pump. Because leg muscles are stronger than arm
muscles, this design is less tiring to use than other human powered water lifters. Most
of the parts can be manufactured locally hence the treadle pump is relatively simple
and inexpensive to build.
Parts of Treadle Pump
These pumps have a piston designed to operate within water and have an internal
pipe that acts both as a piston and as a pump rod. As this is raised the piston valve closes
so that the water inside it is raised and it also draws further water into the pump body.
When the pump handle is pushed down, the internal pipe displaces the water that is in
the pump body so that it flows into the pump ‘rod’ and in so doing water is also discharged
from the pump.
Parts of Direct Action Hand Pump
Test Procedure:
The basic principle of a pumping test is that if we pump water from a well and
measure the pumping rate and the drawdown in the well, then substitute these
measurements into an appropriate formula and calculate the hydraulic characteristics of
the aquifer.
Rope Pump
A rope pump is a kind of pump where a loose hanging rope is lowered into a well
and drawn up through a long pipe with the bottom immersed in water. On the rope, round
disks or knots matching the diameter of the pipe are attached which pull the water to the
surface.
Various Rope Pump Models
• The AB Model is designed for boreholes (tube-wells).
• The AH Model is designed for hand dug wells and preferably includes a concrete
well cover.
• The Pi Model is sometimes used on hand dug wells on household level.
How it Works?
Progressive pumps draw fluid in through a suction inlet which feeds into an
elongated casing. Within the casing are a helical rotor and stator assembly. The rotor
helix is offset to the stator. As the stator turns and contacts the surface of the stator, a
series of small cavities begin to form. The fluid “progresses” through these cavities until
it is expelled through a discharge outlet.
Specification:
• Approx. Pump Operating Speed : 66 RPM
• Gear Reducer : Siemens or SEW Eurodrive
• Max. Discharge Head : 50‘ Vertical or 22 psi
• Max. Flow Capacity : 40 GPM
• Max. Liquid Temperature: 140°F (60°C) continuous
• Max. Suction Lift : 20’ Vertical or 75’ Horizontal
• Power Transmission : 2 HP @ 1800 RPM 500 PSI 13 GPM Hydraulic Motor
• Pump Weight (Approx.) : 175 lbs
• Solids Handling : 1.5” Diameter or 50 % by Volume
How it Works?
When you connect compressed air to an AODD pump, it goes into an air motor
which directs the air to push a diaphragm, ‘pushing the liquid out’. The diaphragm
which gets pushed is connected to a shaft which will pull the opposite diaphragm
creating a cavity on the other side, ‘drawing in the liquid’.
At the bottom and top of the two cavities, there are one way valves, often a
ball valve or a flap valve. So when a cavity is closed it pushes the liquid up and out
while on the other side, it opens a cavity sucking in the liquid. This will then alternate
back closing the cavity on the other side and opening the other.
MECHANIZED PUMPS
Automotive Water Pump
Automotive water pump also known as
the coolant pump must drive the coolant and
safeguard the circulation required for heat
exchange. As such, within the heating and cooling
system, it helps the engine to reach optimum
operating temperature quickly, to stay at this
temperature and to avoid overheating. The cooling
system runs from the radiator to the engine and
back to the radiator.
How it Works?
The fan belt only turns hen the engine is running. At this point the central spindle
of the pump also turns. When the central spindle turns, the paddle-like protrusions also
turn and utilize the centrifugal force, it creates suction. This allows the pump to get water
from the radiator and then sends it to the engine by the hoses. The water then absorbs
the heat being generated by the engine and goes back to the radiator where it is cooled.
These water pumps operated by 4-stroke diesel fuel operated engine have a single
cylinder.
Specifications are:
• Rated Power: 3.6 to 4KW
• Displacement: 247 to 296cc
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 2.5 to 3.5L
• Fuel Consumption: 290 to 308g/kWh
KEROSENE/GASOLINE WATER PUMP
Kerosene engine water pumps use petrol fuel to start but run with kerosene fuel. It is a
cost-effective engine.
Specifications are:
Rated Power: 3.3 to 4.1hp
Engine: 4-Stroke
ELECTRIC WATER PUMP
In this section we have an open well submersible water pump, self-priming electric water
pump and electric operated water pump machines.
• Open well submersible: KK-WPE-37SB, KK-WPE-400SB, KK-WPE-750SB,
and KK-WPE-75SB.
• Self-priming electric water pump: KK-WPE-10010SP, KK-WPE-5010SP,
and KK-WPE-7510SP.
• Water pump machines: KK-WPE-2510, KK-WPE-4015 and KK-WPE-5020.
Dewatering pump
Dewatering pumps are centrifugal pumps installed in
a building that is situated below the groundwater level, to
reduce the water level and then maintain it at this level. One
example is in underground mining in which water penetrating
into the adits is pumped up to the surface. In open-cast mining,
the groundwater level is reduced through drainage well
trenches until the pit is dry. The groundwater level in
construction pits in civil engineering is reduced in a similar
way.
In underground mining, the flow rates (Q) can attain up to 900 m3/h and
the heads (H) up to 1050 m; in open-cast mining up to 1800 m3/h and up to 400 m. It is
technically feasible to go beyond these limits.
Dewatering pumps installed as horizontal
pumps in dry installation usually have
no suction head. They are driven by electric
motors suitable for operation in potentially
explosive atmospheres. Vertical pumps in the
form of submersible borehole pumps offer
many benefits for automatically operated
dewatering systems. The submersible motor is
filled with water and positioned beneath the
pumps, flooded and thus adequately cooled.
Flameproofing is only required for the cable connections.
INDUSTRIAL WATER PUMP
Industrial water pumps have many different functions, which allows them to be highly
versatile in industrial settings. These pumps are able to:
• Remove excess water from construction sites
• Pump water away in areas that are usually flooded from heavy rains
• Get rid of water in areas where stagnant water causes costly disruptions of
work
• Pump water to many different manufacturing processes, which extend from
cooling and thermal processes to mining and power processes
• Help with the treatment of effluent and wastewater
The exact functions of your industrial water pump depend on the type of pump that you
choose. If you are looking to send water to numerous manufacturing process throughout
the facility, you will likely need to obtain a large water pump with enough space to send
water to the entire facility.
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Centrifugal pump selection is defined by a few key specifications, including flow rate,
head, power, and efficiency.
• Flow rate describes the rate at which the pump can move fluid through the system,
typically expressed in gallons per minute (gpm). The rated capacity of a pump must
be matched to the flow rate required by the application or system.
• Pressure is a measure of the force per unit area of resistance the pump can handle
or overcome, expressed in bar or psi (pounds per square inch). As in all centrifugal
pumps, the pressure in axial flow pumps varies based on the pumped fluid's
specific gravity. For this reason, head is more commonly used to define pump
energy in this way.
• Head is the height above the suction inlet that a pump can lift a fluid. It is a
shortcut measurement of system resistance (pressure) which is independent of the
fluid's specific gravity, expressed as a column height of water given in feet (ft) or
meters (m).
• Net positive suction head (NPSH) is the difference between the pump's inlet
stagnation pressure head and the vapor pressure head. The required NPSH is
an important parameter in preventing pump cavitation.
• Output power, also called water horsepower, is the power actually delivered to
the fluid by the pump, measured in horsepower (hp).
• Input power, also called brake horsepower, is the power that must be supplied to
the pump, measured in horsepower (hp).
• Efficiency is the ratio between the input power and output power. It accounts for
energy losses in the pump (friction and slip) to describes how much of the input
power does useful work.
POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS
Positive displacement pumps are unique in that they don’t come with an impeller,
which is a rotating component that’s found in centrifugal water pumps. Instead of using
impellers, positive displacement pumps are outfitted with reciprocating or rotating parts
that are designed to move water while also increasing pressure around the discharge
side of the water pump. There are a variety of different positive displacement pumps
that your industrial facility can use, which extend to:
• Peristaltic pumps
• Plunger pumps
• Piston pumps
• Diaphragm pumps
• Metering pumps
• Flexible impeller pumps
GROUNDWATER REMEDIATION AND SAMPLING PUMP
Grundfos Redi-Flo2 Submersible Pump
The Redi-Flo2 electrical submersible pump provides smooth, uninterrupted water flow to
depths of 280 feet.
Features:
• Ideal for both high flow rates needed for purging and low flow rates for sampling
• 1.8" diameter allows for easy access into 2" wells
• Made from chemically inert materials for maximum sample integrity and easy
decontamination
PROACTIVE PUMPS
Proactive Monsoon Engineered Plastic Pump
The Engineered Plastic Monsoon pump is capable of pumping up to 120 feet from
ground level by simply connecting it to a Power Booster 2 Controller & 12V battery.
Features:
• Sleek outside design minimizes well hang-ups
• Pump can run continuously in water without the need for a cool down
• 400 hour motor life provides a very economical sampling and purging solution
ATHENA PUMP
Pegasus Athena Peristaltic Pump
Athena peristaltic pump, mounted in Pelican 1300 case. Includes pump, DC power
cord & Easy-Load II pump head.
Features:
• Pumps up to 2.5 liters per minute and as low as 40 mL per minute
• Constant Voltage Boosting Technology boosts battery voltage for longer run times
and steady flow rates
• LCD display provides real-time flow rates, allowing the user to quickly make
changes as needed
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Stormwater Pumps
Stormwater pumps are typically submersible pumps used for pumping stormwater.
Stormwater is first collected in pits, detention or retention tanks from run-off on driveways
and car parks and then either pumped into the stormwater system or to be treated.
A stormwater pump station is an intermediate collection tank for stormwater
with a submersible pump at the bottom. Instead of relying on gravity to cause the water
to flow to the discharge point, the pump provides the additional pressure needed to
overcome the difference in head pressure.
Sabre Submersible Stormwater Pump (Ultraflow 5”)
• ULTRAFLOW 5”multistage submersible pumps are a compact, robust product.
These quality pumps are constructed from 304 grade stainless steel. They offer an
extensive performance range and have been proven to perform reliably and
efficiently in many demanding applications around the world. These high pressure
multistage submersible pumps are ideal for domestic water supply, pressure
boosting, irrigation, treated effluent distribution, fountains, 6” bore & well
dewatering, ULTRAFLOW 5” multistage submersible pumps can be installed in
conjunction with a variety of control systems including conventional pressure
switch controllers, pressure & flow switch controllers and variable frequency drives.
Sump Pump
Sump pumps move water from your basement out of your home. A sump is a
naturally constructed pit, usually a hole carved below the main surface of your
basement floor. This pit, known as a basin, holds the sump pump. The pump is
equipped with valves that sense escalating water levels or pressure. When the water
gets too high, sump pumps automatically pump excess water out of the basement and
away from your property using a discharge line. This line, called an effluent, connects
the sump pump to a designated drainage area.
Are sump pumps necessary? Sump pumps are necessary in homes prone to
flooding. Whether it is from above-average rainfall or basements built below the water
table, flooding can be disastrous for your home and your health. Even if your home
does not flood, moisture can cause several types of mold that increase the risk for
upper respiratory infections, allergic reactions, and asthma complications. If you don't
have a way to move water outside, it's going to accumulate and eventually flood or
dampen your basement.
Titan Basement Submersible Sump Pump 1/2 HP - Vertical Float
Specifications:
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