Drainage pump

What is a drainage or drain pump?

As the name suggests, a drainage pump or drain pump is a device designed specifically to drain water. The pumps we sell can transfer large volumes of water quickly from one location to another. We offer a wide range of drainage pumps for different applications and situations, including intensive use, different types of water, automatic or manual operation, easy to move or to be installed at a fixed location.

What is the purpose of a drainage pump?

A drainage pump can be used for different purposes, with the most common ones being:

• to prevent flooding in cellars/basements and crawl spaces;

• to control water levels in ponds and swimming pools;

• to empty ponds and swimming pools;

• to drain excess water from a construction site or a foundation as well as from fields or farmland;

• to rapidly drain water in emergency situations such as flooding due to heavy rainfall;

• to drain grey water;

• to discharge water from wells or tanks.

The drainage pump is a versatile device that can be used in many situations where you need to keep water issues under control and want to protect your property.

How do drain pumps work?

A drain pump is installed in a place where water collects, such as in a cellar/basement, crawl space, or pond. The water is drawn in through the inlet that is situated at the bottom of the pump. The motor inside the drain pump powers one or more impellers that push the water through the pump and then out of it through a hose or pipe towards the desired discharge location.

It is important here to take into account the type of water to be pumped. All pumps can process clean water but not every pump can handle dirty water. This needs to be kept in mind before you buy a drain pump.

The names of the drainage pumps also provide information:

• FEKA: This refers to pumps that can process very large solid particles, including faecal matter (25 mm - 50 mm);

• Maxima or Extrema: These are pumps that can handle large solids (30 mm - 40 mm).

What is a float?

The drainage pumps in our range of products are often fitted with a float, which activates the float switch when the water level rises or drops, and automatically switches the drain pump on or off.

There are different types of floats, such as:

Sensor float

Integrated float

Float arm

Drifting float

In other words, the float is a component that automates the drainage pump’s operation based on the water level.

Features of drainage pumps

Before you buy a drainage pump, it is good to know the features and advantages of these devices. This allows you to make an informed decision about which of our drain pumps is most suitable for your situation.

We therefore always recommend that you consider the questions below before purchasing a drainage pump.

• What type of water needs to be pumped away?

• For what do you want to use the pump?

• Do you need a pump with a particular capacity or delivery head?

• Do you need automatic or manual operation?

• Are any special features or accessories needed?

• What is your budget?

These questions will help you to make an informed decision and to select a drainage pump that best suits your situation.

Advantages of drainage pumps

The versatile drainage pump offers many advantages, especially in cases of flooding. These advantages include:

• effective removal of excess water;

• protection of your property by draining water quickly in the event of flooding;

• increased safety and a reduced risk of accidents, such as slipping or water-related electrical problems;

• improved health and hygiene regarding a pond, for example, because the water is not constantly standing still;

• efficient water management;

• extending the life of your property in the event of flooding;

• flexibility because the drain pump is easy to carry and move;

• energy-efficient device.

Owing to these advantages, a drainage pump is actually indispensable in your home. It is an extremely handy device, particularly if you live in an area where flooding is quite common.

Purchasing a drainage pump

If you are about to purchase a pump but are still unsure about which model you need, we will be happy to help you make the right choice. Our experienced customer service team knows everything about our pumps and will always give you good and honest advice.

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