Pump Station Alarms are assessed around the pumped liquid, chamber type, pump duty, controls, alarms, floats, valves, rising main, ground conditions and access for future maintenance.
What pump station alarms are used for
Pump station alarms warn that the chamber level is too high, pumps have failed, power has failed or controls are not operating correctly.
Selection and site considerations
An alarm should never be ignored. It may indicate a failed pump, blocked pump, stuck float, blocked rising main, failed non-return valve, tripped breaker or control panel fault.
Repair, replacement and maintenance considerations
The correct approach depends on the age of the chamber, pump duty, condition of floats, valves, non-return valves, guide rails, control panel, alarms, rising main and access. Alton Pumps can support the pumping equipment and Alton Facility Services can support civils where excavation, chambers, pipework or reinstatement are required.
What to send before attendance
Useful information includes the site postcode, photographs of the chamber and control panel, pump model plates, alarm status, inlet depth if known, rising main route, discharge point, access restrictions, and whether the system handles foul sewage, grey water, surface water, rainwater or commercial wastewater.
How we can help
- High level alarms
- Beacon and sounder units
- Panel fault alarms
- Float switch and level control faults
- Telemetry options