For typical design criteria, Romtec Utilities requires information about the force main such as whether or not the force main is new or existing, the material of the force main, the force main length and diameter, and finally the force main elevations. Romtec Utilities also requires information about the inlet line such as, elevations and the expected peak flow. A lift station design criteria will also need to specify electrical requirements such as the available power supply, requirements for a generator (on-site or portable), and necessary weather protection structures or buildings.