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PUMP SYSTEM TECHNICAL ARTICLES

Engineering guides, best practices, and industry insights from Pumps By Design

Wet well interior with discharge piping and pump guide hardware
FEATURED
Engineering8 min read

How to Size a Sewage Lift Station

A step-by-step guide covering wet well volume, pump selection, TDH calculations, and redundancy requirements for residential and commercial sewage lift stations.

Installed pump basin with discharge piping and guide rails
Engineering6 min read

Stormwater Pump Station Design: Key Considerations

From design storm selection to pump curve analysis, learn what goes into engineering a compliant stormwater pump station for LID and WQMP projects in Southern California.

Water reuse pumping and filtration assembly
Sustainability5 min read

Rain Harvesting Systems in California: What You Need to Know

Water recycling regulations, cistern sizing, pump selection, and permit requirements for residential and commercial rain harvesting systems in California.

Submersible pumps secured on warehouse pallets
Maintenance4 min read

Submersible Pump Maintenance: A Practical Field Guide

Routine maintenance tasks, warning signs, and service intervals to maximize the life of submersible pumps in lift stations and stormwater systems.

Pump control panel wiring and electrical components
Technology5 min read

VFD-Controlled Pump Systems: Benefits and When to Use Them

Variable frequency drives can reduce energy use, smooth pump starts, and improve pressure control in suitable systems. Learn when they justify the added cost.

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