It’s true that most people don’t consider the infrastructure for wastewater. But, every home or commercial establishment, public facility schools, etc. depend on it. Sewer systems aren’t visible when they work well. If they do not function, their results can be costly as well as disruptive and instant. That is why a properly engineered wastewater lift station is such an important part of modern infrastructure.

In many locations gravity alone can’t move water to the treatment plant. The elevation changes, the lengthy pipes, flat terrain, and expanding development often require pumps to ensure that sewers are running efficiently. Lift stations can help communities and private development move wastewater safely.

Every wastewater treatment project will be able to meet different requirements

Not all sewer lift stations are designed with the same intention. Municipal sewer lift stations serving neighborhoods in growth are different from industrial sites with more demanding water quality. The design of the station is influenced a number of variables, including flow rates, the layout of the site, accessibility to maintenance, and the local regulations.

The importance of a custom design is. Romtec Utilities builds each lift station to meet the requirements of a particular project rather than trying to force all locations into an identical package. Some facilities require low-flow residential pumps and others require industrial or municipal solutions that are high-capacity that have advanced control systems, coatings, and redundancy at the outset.

Good design goes far more than pumps

A wastewater lift station does not comprise of a wetwell nor pump. It’s a system comprising structural, electrical, mechanical and communication elements. Pump selection, valve placement control, coatings, and monitoring of flow are just a few elements that affect the performance of a facility over time.

The best wastewater designers can make an actual difference. A poorly-designed system may work technically, but they may create years of hassles due to maintenance, corrosion,, or service interruptions. A station that’s well planned will not only function on the first day of operation, but will also remain reliable for many years.

Romtec Utilities creates complete wastewater systems that are customized to the homeowner’s budget, the site’s conditions and long-term objectives.

Better planning results in more efficient performance over the long term

Some wastewater projects require more than a basic plan. Depending on the project, an elevated station may comprise polymer concrete wells, safety liners, odor-control equipment, grinder pumps, bar screen vaults bypass ports for pumping, or sophisticated communication systems. These functions aren’t just added to make it more complicated. In many instances, they aid a station to last longer, run more efficiently, and lessen future maintenance issues.

This is the reason early coordination on a project may be so important. Romtec Utilities can provide integrated design for all major components of lift stations, making it easier for procurement and giving the project team a smoother route from conception to completion.

The reliability of lift stations is essential to protect communities and budgets

A reliable and secure wastewater lift station protects the public’s health is a good thing, it encourages development and guarantees that sewer systems continue to function without interruption. It also assists in protecting budgets of developers, municipalities and private property owners by reducing the need for emergency repairs, while reducing time in operation and prolonging its life.

It’s often the case that the best sewer lift station are those that are not noticed by anyone because they’re doing their work. The key to reaching this level of efficiency is a thoughtful engineering approach and design that is specific to the site, as well as a partner with an understanding of the fact that wastewater infrastructure can’t be universally applicable. Romtec Utilities applies this level of knowledge to each sanitary sewer lifting station project. This assists clients in designing systems that are built for long-term durability rather than convenience.