In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Necessity of Pumping of Sewage 2. Problems in Sewage Pumping 3. Centrifugal Pumps 4. Factors to Consider for a Sewage Pumping Station 5. Components of a Sewage Pumping Station. Contents: Necessity of Pumping of Sewage Problems in Sewage Pumping Centrifugal Pumps Factors to Consider for a Sewage Pumping Station Components of a [...]
For pumping of sewage following types of pumps are used: 1. Centrifugal Pumps 2. Reciprocating Pumps 3. Air Pressure Pumps or Pneumatic Ejectors. These are briefly described below: Type # 1. Centrifugal Pumps: Centrifugal pumps are most commonly used for pumping sewage, because these pumps can be easily installed in pits and sumps, and can easily transport the suspended matter [...]
Pumping of concrete is economical if the quantity of concrete required is more than about 1150 m3 or uninterrupted supply of concrete is needed over a long period as at the beginning of each period of pumping the pipes have to be lubricated by mortar (at the rate of about 0.25 in3 per 1000 m length of 150 mm diameter [...]
Pumping of concrete is economical if the quantity of concrete required is more than about 1150 m3 or uninterrupted supply of concrete is needed over a long period as at the beginning of each period of pumping the pipes have to be lubricated by mortar (at the rate of about 0.25 in3 per 1000 m length of 150 mm diameter [...]
In this article we will discuss about the wells provided to pumping stations. Wet Well: The sewage from the city is received at pumping station in a tank known as sump or wet well. The capacity of the wet well is such that it can store D.W.F. of at least 2 hours, which is the maximum period during which pumps [...]