Engineering And Expertise Designing Pump Sumps - Large Submersible Propeller Pumps

The proper design of the pump sump is critical in order to optimize pump inflow and thereby pump station efficiency. The number, type, and arrangement of pumps; variable flow conditions in the approach area; the geometry of the structure itself; and other site-specific factors must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to identify their influence on the pump sump design.

Determining the best pump sump for a site therefore requires engineering and expertise. We will provide guidance for the design of pump sumps using large propeller pumps. Methods and procedures are given for handling various inflow conditions, avoiding solids buildup, and arranging multiple pumping units in order to achieve an efficient, well-designed pump sump.