A sewage pump is designed to pump fluids that contain semi-solids up to 2” in diameter. When a plumbing system is installed lower than a municipal sewer line, the use of sewage pumps help in pumping wastewater from a storage basin to the main sewer.

Sewage pumps are typically submersible and often regulated with a float switch that activates the pump when there is a rise of liquid level in the basin. These pumps are rated in horsepower and the majority of models have the capacity to move several thousand gallons of fluid per hour.

At Dutco Tennant LLC, you will get high-quality supply of sewage pumps that are capable of delivering optimized performance. In fact, you can make a stop at this year’s WETEX 2022 where Dutco Tennant will be exhibiting this pumping solution along with other essential water products designed to meet the needs of projects.

The exhibition starts from 27th September ‘22 to 29th September ‘22. But before you make a visit to our exhibit, here’s a quick guide to learn about sewage pump selection. Continue to read till the end to find out.

Sizing a Sewage Pump

There are primarily two factors to keep in mind when it comes to sizing of a sewage pump and they are - volume of sewage that needs to be pumped and the distance + height it must be moved (head). The volume is measured generally in gallons per minute (gpm).

The determination of gpm is done by a pump’s horsepower (hp) and shall differentiate as per the vertical distance between the discharge point and sewage basin. Normally, in a residential application, the use of a ½ hp pump with a high head is done that has a lower gpm than the one with a low head.

For instance, gpm at 20 ft. of head equals to 200 gpm, which means that the sewage pump is capable of moving 200 gallons of water/minute if the vertical distance between the septic tank and the sewage basin is 20 feet.

Sewage pump with low horsepower and gpm may be available at a lesser cost but if it must constantly be running to meet the demands of pumping it might not last long compared to a more powerful pump that isn’t running often. This is why it is recommended to estimate the demands you shall be putting on it as closely as possible. A pump that is sized appropriately results in the longevity of the pump.

Some Special Features

A few of the special features that you need to look for in sewage pumps are -

Thermal Overload Protection - It is a feature that comes handy in extending the lifespan of a sewage pump as it automatically closes the pump when the internal temperature reaches a critical level.

Packaged Sewage Pump Systems - This is an all-in-one unit home sewage disposal that includes a sewage pump, basin, piping along with all the other essential components needed.

If you wish to learn more and find the ideal sewage pump solution for your project needs then make sure to visit the Dutco Tennant LLC exhibit at WETEX 2022.