How to Properly Store a Lift Station after Delivery
When your lift station reaches the job site, make sure you store it properly to protect the equipment and prepare for installation. Below are our recommended guidelines for safely storing the tank, pumps, and control panel. Storing the Lift Station Tank The lift station tank can withstand outdoor conditions, so you can leave it outside […]
How to Read a Pump Curve
Choosing the right pump for a lift station is much easier when you know how to read a pump curve. This chart shows how a pump performs under different flow and head conditions. Once you understand the basics, pump curves become one of the best tools for selecting the right equipment. What Is a Pump […]
What is a Valve Vault in a Pump Station
While lift stations and pumps tend to get the most attention, a valve vault in a pump station can play a critical role in keeping systems safe, organized, and easy to maintain. Understanding their function can help ensure that your system runs smoothly and remains accessible for future service. What Is a Valve Vault? A […]
How to Choose the Right Impeller for Your Lift Station
When it comes to wastewater pumps, the impeller is truly the heart of the operation. It’s responsible for creating the flow and pressure that move sewage and solids-laden water through the system. But in wastewater applications, impeller design does much more than that — it determines how efficiently a pump runs, how often it clogs, […]
Why CAD Drawings Matter for Lift Stations (and Why Triple D Provides Them Free)
When planning a new lift station or upgrading an existing system, the design process is just as important as the equipment itself. A properly designed lift station ensures reliable performance, efficient operation, and reduced long-term maintenance costs. One of the best tools in this design process is a CAD drawing—a detailed, to-scale layout that shows […]
Different Kinds of Control Panels for Pump Stations
Different Kinds of Control Panels for Pump Stations Pump station control panels vary widely to meet specific application requirements, from simple single-pump setups to complex, multi-pump municipal installations. Types by Pump Count Simplex panels Control a single pump Often direct-on-line (DOL) starting for small loads Duplex panels Manage two pumps with alternation logic Ensures even […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Lift Station Startup
From Installation to Operation — Triple D Has You Covered When your new lift station is finally installed, the last (but critical) step is the startup process. At Triple D Pump, we know that the startup isn’t just about flipping a switch—it’s about ensuring your system is safe, functional, and built to perform for the […]
Grinder Pumps May Solve Future Sewage Problems
It’s been a problem that has been with man ever since he began forming communities. That is simply, how to most efficiently transport sewage from homes to treatment facilities. Gravity-dependent systems can’t cope with modern sewage disposal demands. Developments being forced to convert from septic tank systems to a system using central treatment plants has […]