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Types of Pumps: The Basics
February 27, 2024
When you need to transfer any type of fluid from one location to the other, your choice of pump will have a big impact on how efficiently and effectively you get the job done. Here...
Plan for Fire Suppression System Failure Before It Happens
September 22, 2023
Designing a temporary fire suppression system can speed the response to emergencies and allow for regular maintenance of aging fire suppression pumps. United Rentals Fluid...
Why Vendor Expertise Matters When Choosing a Pumping Solution
June 7, 2023
Choosing the right pump for an application is often more complicated than it seems. Failing to consider all the factors that influence pump selection and setup, starting with the...
Preparing Wastewater Systems for Major Storms
June 6, 2023
Changing weather patterns are leading to an increase in the number and intensity of major storms each year. For wastewater and stormwater systems, as well as the managers who...
Planning Ahead for Sewer System Failure
June 6, 2023
Sewer system failures aren’t just possible, they’re inevitable. Any number of threats can cause failures that lead to backups and cost taxpayers money.
Remote Pump Monitoring Boosts Sustainability Efforts
April 30, 2023
When fluid transfer is essential to an operation, remote pump monitoring by way of pump telemetry is a game changer.
Trash Pumps: 8 Things to Know When Choosing or Using One
March 28, 2023
Trash pumps are the workhorses of the pumping world. When you need to move a liquid that contains debris or solids, whether it’s pond water sludge, storm debris, mud or sand, a...
PFAS in Water: How to Choose a Temporary Remediation Solution
March 28, 2023
The toxic “forever chemicals” per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are linked with a wide range of health problems from cancer to infertility, have found their way into...
Pump Cavitation: What Causes It and How to Avoid It
March 28, 2023
Ask any temporary equipment vendor what’s the most common cause of pump failure in the field and they’ll likely say pump cavitation.
Sludge Pump or Solids Handling Pump: Which Do You Need for Sludge Removal?
March 28, 2023
For sludge removal, including sewage sludge removal, a solids handling pump, aka a trash pump, can often — but not always — do the job. When it can’t, a sludge pump probably can.