The Importance Of Flood Control Systems
We’re based in Houston, Texas, one of the most flood-prone areas in the United States. So naturally, we stand at the forefront of supplying advanced flood control systems and solutions. As a region frequently confronted with the challenges of managing floodwaters, especially in the wake of catastrophic events like Hurricane Harvey, the expertise and products […]
Troubleshooting A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
The Role Of Variable Frequency Drives In Industry In today’s industrial and commercial sectors, efficiency and adaptability are key. Machinery and pumps have evolved to meet these needs. One such piece of equipment that can be found in so many different industries is the variable frequency drive or VFD. These devices are crucial in managing […]
Pump Automation: Is It Worth It?
No matter what the application is pumps make things easier whether they’re hand pumps like an old well or sophisticated machine pumps. While machine pumps such as centrifugal and pressure booster pumps remove the need for manual labor they still need to be monitored. However, in the fast-paced world that we live in, efficiency is […]
Kasco Marine Pump Applications
Marine pumps are a crucial piece of equipment for any pond, water feature, or municipal fountain. Even if the pawn is man-made it still requires the use of these vital pumps. They provide necessary aeration to the water which helps sustain the health of fish and other aquatic creatures within. Pond pumps also circulate the […]
Why Do Pumps Fail?
Have you ever wondered why pumps fail? Whether you’re dealing with a submersible pump or another kind of groundwater pump, various problems can cause them to malfunction or stop working altogether. Let’s break down the causes of pump failure and provide ways you can prevent it from happening in the future. Common Causes Of Pump […]
What Pumps Are Used In Wastewater Treatment Plants?
A: Well, you’d be surprised, there is a multitude of pumps being used in wastewater treatment plants. A lot is going on in those. Some of them have above-ground, belt-driven, self-priming centrifugal pumps that’s actually pumping the raw sewage into the system. Inside the system they’ll have submersible or centrifugal, it doesn’t matter— chopper-style or […]
What Is A Wastewater Pump?
A: A wastewater pump is anything that is pumping raw sewage, runoff—anything like that, into a city main or a disposal center to be reclaimed, cleaned, and sent downstream as a gray water product. A wastewater pump is a critical part of many residential and commercial plumbing systems. You will typically find a few types […]
What Does A System Need To Manage Flood Control?
A: Basically what you’re doing on flood control, is you’re watching the level in the detention systems around the city. There’s usually large-volume pumps that are designed to pump it into a city main, a sewer main, or for us—a bayou that flows into the Gulf of Mexico. So really what you’re looking at is […]
What Are The Requirements Of A Sewage Pump?
A: There could be a lot of requirements seeing how there is a lot of different styles of sewage pumps. You have your basic non-clog, your high-head, you have vortex-style impellers. You have grinder pumps, chopper pumps, and macerating pumps, to name a few. So, really it just depends on what your situation is. We […]