How to Replace a Dry Prime Trash Pump
As a pump manufacturer, we have seen a surge in end users and pump distributors inquiring about alternatives to dry prime pumps mounted on either a skid or wheels. Some have complained about the repair parts and service needed for dry prime pumps. Others aren’t thrilled about the big box multinational pump manufacturers’ aggressive pushes of this type of product as one of the “only” solutions for trash pump style dry prime pumps. Jake R. from Milwaukee, WI describes a common application for trash pumps below:
“We are researching replacement pumps for our fleet of 25 dry prime style trash pumps for use across our facilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Indiana. One of our applications involves the pump transferring water from a river into two holding ponds. We use the po
Is Self Priming Trash Pump Manufacturing Making a Resurgence in North America?
The trash pump manufacturing business is no different. But to companies like Wastecorp who has manufactured trash pumps, diaphragm pumps , plunger pumps and now double disc pumps on North American soil for over 20 years, we are slightly taken aback by the renewed focus.
Pump Stations for Expanding WWTP’s
Trash pump stations for expanding wastewater treatment plants are an effective way to transfer secondary sludge and raw effluent. Wastecorp recently designed and manufactured this four pump solution for an expanding community near Canada’s capital (see the video below). These trash pumps feature a 3” connection and each pump is capable of transferring 740 GPM.
Trash Pump Video – Food Processing Facility
Wastecorp's self priming centrifugal pump line is a versatile series of trash pumps. You choose between 2" and 10" models capable of pumping up to 6300 GPM.
Trash Pumps: Selecting The Right Pump
When looking for a trash pump for your rental, municipal, industrial or mining pump application, you will likely encounter dozens of manufacturers out there. The pump industry is certainly not short on selection. But here’s what you should know: sizing the right pump for your application can not only help you get the right pump, but may also prevent premature pump wear and maintenance down the road.
Wastecorp’s engine driven trash pumps take into account, the variety of needs in the trash pump marketplace. First, Wastecorp has divided the category into
Trash Pump Updates – The New Trash Flow
Looking for a trash pump? Wastecorp is pleased to launch new options for you with the new Trash Flow Trash pump line. Trash Flow pumps are available as self priming centrifugal models for municipal and industrial applications as well as compact trash pumps for contractor use. What makes this product line our best ever is that the Trash Flow is interchangeable with many existing makes on the market today like Gorman Rupp T Series and Super T Series.
The Trash Flow pump product line is available in 2”-12” pump models with fluid handling capabilities up to 6500 US GPM. Choose from a variety of impeller options including multi vane and double vane for solids handling. With our self priming Executioner solids management system, you can eradicate tough solids that may cause clogs. Trash Flow’s are available with stainless steel internals, an adjustable wear plate carrier, back pull out design and optional John Crane mechanical seals for long life cycles and minimal maintenance.
We’ve added more options to our engine driven TFCC-M Series too. You choose from skid mounted, trailer mounted or our Husher silent pump series with an enclosure that substantially reduces noise.
Sewage Handling Lift Stations
Our latest Wastecorp trash pump sewage lift stations have hit the market with two to four unit pump models available. Whether you need to replace your above ground, below ground, pre-engineered or auto-start pump stations there are a number of options available to you. For example, all pre-engineered sewage lift stations can accommodate up to 10" trash pumps capable of pumping up to 3500 GPM.
Automatic Start Feature Now Standard on Trash-Flow TFX-3 Trash Pumps
Automatic Start Feature Now Standard on Trash-Flow TFX-3 Trash Pumps
By far the biggest request we hear from our commercial trash pump customers is that they would benefit by having a key start for their pumps. Well, Wastecorp has responded with the new Trash-Flow TFX-3 trash pump with a standard automatic start feature. And, this is only one of many new features.