Animal hair and grease from fryers are two examples of difficult to pump substances. Romtec Utilities has designed lift stations that needed to address these substances. Animal and pet hair is difficult because it as a tendency to clog pumps. Hair from animals does not break down easily, and it tends to wrap around moving parts. Pumps in systems with known levels of animal or pet hair should be serviced several times throughout the year. …
Do your systems include pump lifting rail assemblies (guide rail assemblies)?
Yes, Romtec Utilities includes lifting rail assemblies for any pump required. We provide complete stainless steel rail systems in any size for any size pump. These lifting rail systems can be integrated into any sump configuration, such as concrete, fiberglass, round, or rectangular. The lifting rails can also be designed for any type of manhole. Romtec Utilities will always make sure that the lifting rails proposed will meet the requirements for the mechanical and configurations …
Do you offer Grinder Pumps?
Yes, Romtec Utilities offers a variety of grinder pumps, cutter pumps, and chopper pumps. We can provide various types of pumps that macerate solids prior to pumping in wastewater, stormwater, and industrial water pumping applications.
Can a lift station have two pumps that automatically alternate?
Yes, Romtec Utilities frequently designs lift stations that have two or more pumps. In typical use, the control panel will sequentially alternate starts between each pump so that the pumps will accrue equal runtime during the life-cycle of the lift station. This practice reduces some maintenance requirements for the pumps. Additional pumps also offer a measure of redundancy, providing backup should one pump malfunction.