0844 414 6646What is a Pumping Station?
A pumping station is used to transfer sewage and wastewater into a sewer system in situations where gravity can’t be relied on for the waste to flow naturally into the sewer. Pumping stations are installed in low lying areas, or on sites where the main sewer is located on higher ground than the drainage pipes.…
Read MoreWhats the difference between private pumping stations and adoptable pumping stations?
A key question that often comes up is about the difference between private pumping stations and adoptable pumping stations so this information provides the basic differences and potential advantages and disadvantages of the two types of systems. A private pumping station is a pumping station that the owner/developer will install a pumping station to their…
Read MoreDifferent Types of Pumping Station
When it comes to choosing the right type of adoptable pumping station for handling foul water and sewage on a residential development, there are four pump station types. These are classified by Sewers For Adoption (SFA) regulations based on the incoming flow rate and number of dwellings the pump serves. For larger developments the KW…
Read MoreAdvantage Pumping Solutions Joins Harro Group
We’re excited to advise you that from 1st April 2020 you’ll be seeing more of the Harro Group brand. We will continue to use the Advantage Pumping Solutions brand and Advantage will operate as a division the Harro Group banner. Advantage Pumping Solutions has continued to achieve sustained growth and success and the focus of…
Read MoreYour pump problem FAQs answered
Pump systems are durable when correctly installed and maintained. However, you may still experience problems, as any machinery with moving components and consistent usage is liable to. If you’re having trouble with your pump, here are the answers to a few common questions. 1. Why is my pump noisier than usual? Most pumps operate quietly…
Read More6 ways to save energy when you’re moving water with a pumping system
Pump stations are required when water needs to be pumped from a low level up to a higher one to flow into a water system. They work by increasing pressure and forcing water through the resistance in its path. They’re vital pieces of equipment for distributing clean water and removing wastewater, along with having numerous…
Read MoreWhat makes Advantage your ideal pumping station supplier?
Every project is different. One of the fundamental benefits of working with Advantage Pumping Solutions is that we recognise this fact and recommend the correct pumping system for your project. We can also offer advice and information at all stages of your design and installation process. Here are some more reasons to choose Advantage: 1.…
Read MoreThe environmental impact of flushing wipes
Disposing of wipes down the toilet contributes to problems locally, nationally, and internationally. On a local level, blockages develop in the sewers which need to be cleared by professionals, either at the expense of the public purse or your own. Nationally and internationally, however, flushing wipes can contribute to wider issues. Here are three major…
Read MoreWhy should you worry about pump cavitation?
Pump cavitation is a primary cause of pump failure on mobile equipment. If left untreated, cavitation can cause major issues within your pump as well as impeding its function. Cavitation is the formation of cavities (bubbles) in liquid. These bubbles develop around an impeller in areas of low pressure and, when they collapse or implode,…
Read MoreFatbergs: a by-product of flushing wipes
‘Fatberg’. The word conjures up images of large blocks of fat, oil and grease, like the one found in Kingston in 2013 that weighed 15 tonnes and was reported to be the size of a double decker bus. However, the label is misleading. Fatbergs build up from the fats which are disposed into the sewers…
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