Sewage Pump Stations by Alton Pumps

Pump Station Commissioning

Commissioning support to confirm a pump station has been installed, controlled and tested correctly before handover.

Pump Station Commissioning
Practical answer

Pump Station Commissioning support is handled around the actual pump station arrangement: chamber type, pumped material, pump duty, controls, alarms, valves, rising main, access, ground conditions and whether the work is repair, servicing, refurbishment, replacement or new installation.

Commissioning protects the installation

Commissioning checks that pumps run in the correct sequence, floats or level controls operate properly, alarms activate, valves function, pipework is secure and the control panel matches the installed equipment.

Typical commissioning checks

Checks may include pump rotation, manual and auto operation, high level alarm activation, duty/standby alternation, float settings, valve operation, leaks, panel labelling, overload settings and handover notes.

  • Pump operation checks
  • Float and high level alarm checks
  • Duty/standby sequencing
  • Valve and pipework checks
  • Control panel checks
  • Maintenance recommendations

After commissioning

Once commissioned, planned maintenance should be put in place to protect the equipment and identify developing issues before they become breakdowns.

How we can help

  • New installation commissioning
  • Replacement system checks
  • Control and alarm testing
  • Maintenance handover

Frequently asked questions

Do all pump stations need commissioning?

Yes. Commissioning is an important step to confirm that the installed system operates as intended.

Can you commission after others have installed?

We may be able to review and test installed equipment depending on site condition, access and available information.