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What’s the difference between duty/standby and duty/assist pumping configurations? Tim (Head Designer) and Matthew (Head of Business Development) break it down in this insightful discussion. They cover: ⚙️ How each configuration works 💧 When to specify duty/assist vs. duty/standby 🔋 Redundancy vs. performance: balancing reliability and efficiency Whether you're designing, specifying, or maintaining pumping systems, this video will help you make informed decisions that save time and cost while ensuring system resilience. www.moduquip.com #PumpingStation #PumpConfiguration #DutyStandby #DutyAssist #CivilEngineering #MechanicalDesign #WastewaterEngineering #Moduquip #WaterIndustry #InfrastructureDesign #UtilitySystems

💡 Single Phase or Three Phase? Let’s Clear It Up. In thisepisode of Rapid Fire Question Time (S1 E1), Matthew (our Business Development Manager) grills Tim (our Head Designer) on one of the most common questions we get: 👉 Should I choose a single phase (240V) or three phase (400V) pumping station? They cover: ⚡ The technical differences between single and three phase systems 🏗️ When you might choose one over the other (it’s not always obvious) 💰 Cost, availability, and install factors that affect your decision 🧠 Real-world examples from pumping station projects we've delivered Whether you're specifying a pump for a new site or just want to understand the basics, this fast-paced, no-fluff chat will help you make a more informed decision. 🎥 Subscribe for more bite-sized pump insights and engineering debates from the Moduquip team. 🔔 Hit the bell to catch the next episode of Rapid Fire Question Time! Questions This Video Answers • What's the difference between 240V and 400V pumping station systems? • When should you use a 240V pumping station? • Why choose a 400V pump system for sewage applications? • How much power (kW) can you get from a 240V pump? • Is 400V power necessary for small developments? • Does a 240V system increase the risk of pump blockages? • What are the cost implications of choosing 400V over 240V? • Can you run a sewage pump on single-phase (240V) power? • Why is torque important in pumping station systems? • How do you future-proof a pumping station installation? ________________________________________ Full Transcript Hello everybody and welcome to today’s episode of rapid-fire question time with the UK’s most trusted pump experts. Today we have Tim, our head designer, with us and there is a key question that we are going to be answering. So in this scenario, I am a contractor and I have been asked by a consulting engineer whether I’m looking for a 240V or a 400V pumping station system. How do I know I’m making the right choice? So whether we go with a 240V or 400V pumping station greatly depends on the site. Whilst 400V systems are by far the most common for a number of reasons, a 240V is also a viable option on a lot of sites. With a 240V system, they are limited in the range of pumping power you can achieve, but on many sites, this is more than sufficient. The pump—between 2-3kW—is really the maximum you are going to get out of a 240V system. It also requires capacitors which can be prohibitive on some systems and may lead to greater problems further down the line. With 400V systems, the pumps typically have higher torque and are better suited for industrial uses or pumping stations where you are pumping a reasonable distance or large volumes at higher flow rates. So the main difference between the two, what I’m hearing, is essentially the torque of the pump. You mentioned 2-3kW—so with 240V, if you need to go above that, you need to go to 400V. But in some scenarios, 400V is required because you are trying to push a massive volume, hence the torque. I mean, why would I need more torque on a pump? Is it just purely for the volume side of things? More torque on a pump is great for sewage pumping stations—it can reduce the risk or minimise the risk of blockages. With a 240V system, you can have a problem with a blockage which can then destroy capacitors or cause further problems with the control circuitry. For sites where there is a higher risk of blockages, especially in sewage systems, 400V is definitely a better way to go. And as we’ve said, 2-3kW is the limit for 240V systems. Ok, and in terms of "prohibitive" again—you mentioned that—prohibitive as in cost-prohibitive? Because obviously, I know when you have a small development and you’re trying to get 400V power in, it can be very expensive. Is that something to bear in mind? Is it something you factor in at the beginning of a project? Yes, absolutely. On a smaller development—say, a few houses—you may not want to get a 3-phase supply into the development because of the costs associated with it. Especially on small developments, single houses and the like. So what we try to do is to ensure that if 240V can’t be achieved, we advise the client at an early stage. But we typically always go with 240V for smaller developments for that very reason. Fantastic, and that’s all for this episode. Tune in for the next one. Thank you. www.moduquip.com #Pumps #PumpingStation #SinglePhase #ThreePhase #WaterIndustry #Moduquip

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Join Tim (Head Designer) and Matthew (Head of Business Development) as they unpack key design tips for pumping station rising main design and installation. This expert chat covers: 📏 Correct rising main diameter selection 🔄 Importance of minimum bend radius 🛠️ Preventing joint failures 🚫 Avoiding pipe damage during installation Questions Answered in This Video. 1. Is there a minimum radius bend required when installing a rising main? 2. What is the minimum bend radius for rising mains in foul water pumping stations? 3. Do surface water rising mains need a minimum bend radius during installation? 4. What are the UK guidelines for minimum radius bends in rising mains? 5. Why do rising mains require a specific bend radius? 6. How do I calculate the correct bend radius for a rising main pipe? 7. Does pipe specification (e.g. SDR11 or SDR17) affect the bend radius of a rising main? 8. What is the bend radius for a 110mm rising main used in small developments? 9. What are typical flow rates for 110mm rising mains in UK pumping stations? 10. How does pipe diameter impact the required bend radius in rising mains? 11. What happens if the bend radius is too tight in a rising main installation? 12. Can a rising main deform or kink if installed with too tight a bend? 13. How close can a bend be to a pipe joint in a rising main? 14. What is the recommended distance between bends and joints in rising mains? 15. Why should bends be positioned away from joints in fusion welded rising mains? 16. What do manufacturers recommend for minimum bend radius and joint placement in rising main pipes? 17. Are there UK standards or building regulations for rising main pipe bends? 18. What is the difference in bend radius requirements between SDR11 and SDR17 rising main pipes? 19. Where can I find specifications for minimum bend radii for rising main installations? 20. Do foul and surface water pumping stations have different rising main design requirements? 21. Who are the UK's most trusted pump experts for rising main installation advice? 22. What are best practices for laying a rising main in the ground? 23. What kind of plastic pipes are used for rising mains in UK developments? 24. Is there a tool or chart to help determine the minimum bend radius for rising mains? 25. How important is pipe flexibility in designing a foul water rising main? 26. Can improper rising main bends cause long-term damage to the pump system? 27. How do you ensure compliance with UK water industry standards when installing rising mains? 28. What online resources can I use to plan my rising main layout? 29. What is the ideal pipe route design for surface water pumping stations in the UK? 30. Where can I get professional help with rising main design in the UK? Video Transcript Hello and welcome to today's episode of Rapid Fire Question Time with the UK's most trusted pump experts. Today we've got a question about rising mains. This specifically relates to either foul or surface water pumping stations, and in situations where either you're designing a route for one or you're actually installing one in the ground. And the question is: is there a minimum radius bend required when either designing or installing a rising main? Tim, our head designer here, tell us the answer to the question—is it required? The short answer is yes, it is. To ensure the rising main doesn't kink or deform, it is always suggested that there's a minimum radius bend used on a rising main. This is typically specified by the manufacturers of the rising main, but is generally around 20 to 25 times the overall diameter of the rising main. Now, this does depend on whether you're using SDR11 or SDR17 or another specification of rising main. But on a typical example—if we're using 110mm rising main for a flow rate of around 4.8 litres per second for a small development—then we would expect the bending radius to be around just under 3 metres. OK, so in summary: yes, there is a minimum base radius bend required, and you say it's either 20 or 25 times the overall diameter of the rising main? Yes, that is correct. Other considerations also include, when laying the rising main, that the bend is not too near any joints. So, if it's being fusion welded, for example, the bend should be a good distance away from a joint to ensure that the joint doesn't fail. And I know some manufacturers suggest that this is at least five times the overall diameter away. Sometimes it's more, but it's always best to check the manufacturer's recommendations for this when laying the rising main. Fantastic. And there's your answer. There will also be a link in the description that takes you to a page on our website that tells you the specific types and specifications of pipes and the minimum radius bend required. Thank you very much for watching. www.moduquip.com #PumpingStation #RisingMain #WaterIndustry #CivilEngineering #Infrastructure #PipeDesign #WastewaterEngineering #UtilityDesign #mechanicalengineering