Problem
A Tunnel Project in Sydney had issues with a submersible pump not providing the required head. The issue was caused by using a 2" line for a 4" discharge pump and running the line up the tunnel wall by 15 metres and 150 metres horizontally to reach the fish tank.
Solution
Running 4" lines was not possible with the setup that they had at the site. We recommended rerouting the line following the incline of the tunnel to reach the fish tank.
Project Highlights
Typically, when the discharge pipe is smaller than recommended, it diminishes the pump's capacity and efficiency. The pump struggles to push its rated volume of water through the narrow pipe, resulting in increased friction and back pressure, further impeding water movement. However, despite the ideal size being 4", the customer found success with a 2" line after rerouting. This allowed them to utilise their existing pump on-site, leading to significant savings by avoiding the need to purchase and install a new pump.
With over 50 years of experience serving diverse industries, All-Pumps has tackled numerous fluid handling challenges. Our expert team is equipped to resolve both simple issues and complex challenges onsite – offering the lowest cost of ownership solutions that work.
