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Package Pumping Stations

Packaged Pumping Stations are used to transfer sewage from one site to another. They can move sewage in most directions and have the power to transfer sewage uphill if required.

Designed and manufactured in-house, the Planet® Range of Package Pumping Stations are suitable for use in a range of wastewater and sewage applications, in situations where removal is not possible under gravity, such as in single dwellings, hotels, nursing homes, schools, hospitals, and housing developments. 

All of our Pumping Stations in the Planet® Range are BBA-approved. Giving you the reassurance that our products are of a high standard and have been assessed, tested and approved by one of the UK’s leading notified bodies.

PACKAGE PUMPING STATIONS

Designed and manufactured in-house, the Planet® Range of Package Pumping Stations are suitable for use in a range of wastewater and sewage applications, in situations where removal is not possible under gravity, such as in single dwellings, hotels, nursing homes, schools, hospitals, and housing developments. 

With the exception of the XL/XXL models, all of our Pumping Stations in the Planet® Range are BBA-approved. This assures you that our products are of a high standard and have been assessed, tested and approved by one of the UK’s leading notified bodies.

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What are the main components of a package pumping station?

Most package pumping stations consist of the same core components:

  • Chamber/wet well - Where waste, sewage and drainage/surface water are collected before being pumped away.
  • Submersible pumps - Installed within the wet well and submerged in the medium, pumping it under presser to the nearest sewer system.
  • Valves - Non-return valves to prevent backflow of pumped waste and gate valves for isolation and maintenance purposes.
  • Rising main - A pressure rated discharge pipe that exits the pumping station, carrying pumped the medium away.
  • Level sensor - A float switch, conductivity probe, ultrasound unit or other device that monitors liquid levels in the wet well and controls pump operation.
  • Flow metres - Monitors flow rate at the station's discharge point, providing data for usage reports.

Find more details in our expert guide, What is a Pumping Station?

How do I choose the right package pumping station for my needs?

Consider the following points:

  • Duty point - The optimal flow rate and head needed to efficiently handle a site's waste and surface water output, informing your choice of pump model, motor power, valve pressure rating and pipework diameter.
  • Pumped medium - Characteristics of the pumped medium will determine the necessary construction materials and pump type, such as a cast ion body for corrosive mediums and cutter/grinder pumps for handling fibrous solids.
  • Chamber storage capacity - The chamber must be large enough to house the necessary mechanical equipment and provide sufficient storage in case of a power failure so that any connected utilities can continue to be used.

How often should package pumping stations be serviced?

For traditional sewage pumping stations we recommend a service every six months to ensure all components are operating efficiently.

The optimum service and maintenance schedule for a package pumping station depends on what is being pumped and the scale of the site it is installed on.

We offer comprehensive pump maintenance packages that include servicing, monitoring and breakdown attendance to keep your station in optimal working condition. Find out more here - Sewage, Drainage & Pump Station Maintenance.

How do you service a package pumping station?

What materials are used in package pumping stations?

Package pumping stations are made up of many components that are manufactured in a variety of different materials depending on their role and place of installation.

Pump station chambers are generally constructed from an impact and corrosion-resistant polyethylene or glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), float switches also tend to feature a strong polypropylene housing.

Components such as pumps and valves are typically made from cast iron and stainless steel for corrosion resistance and strength when handling and submerged in waste.

Package pumping Station FAQs

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