Despite the active pace of development of construction, often, the infrastructure does not keep pace with them and the use of the latest technologies that are designed to make life easier not only for representatives of utilities, but also for citizens themselves, happens rarely.
Content:
- In what cases is it necessary? ↓
- Types and selection criteria ↓
- Household pumps ↓
- Pumping stations ↓
- Installation and Connection ↓
First of all, this issue relates to the water supply of standard residential apartment buildings. Gas-powered columns, washing machines and shower cabins require a certain level of water pressure. Under the necessary conditions, the equipment will function in normal mode, and the period of use will be significantly longer.
To eliminate the existing complexity, residents have to find a solution for themselves. Manufacturers are ready to offer consumers equipment that can guarantee good pressure even at the far floor of the building - these are pumps to increase the pressure of water.
Such a solution will become the most effective, affordable and will not require additional approvals. These devices operate quite quietly, so it is possible to mount them in any room that you consider the most suitable.
In what cases is it necessary?
There are several reasons for installing pumping equipment to improve the water pressure in the apartment:
- If water is available only on the first floorshouses.
- If when opening one tap, it is no longer possible to use another source of consumption.
- If the overall system has a noticeably low pressure of water, which is not enough for comfortable and normal maintenance of household appliances or plumbing.
In fact, a standard pumping device is used when there is no stable water pressure in your water supply. Difficulties with water supply will necessarily have a negative impact on the overall level of daily living, reducing the degree of comfort.
The solution in this situation will be the purchase of a pump:
- It must be powerful enoughbut no frills.
- The device should be relatively affordable, since own funds must be spent wisely.
- It should have a modest size. and be quiet enough during operation.
Types and selection criteria
The choice of device will depend on the need to increase the insufficient pressure or “sweep” the water from the lower floors of the apartment building to the extreme.
If you need to increase pressure, then experts recommend acquiring a modest version with low power. If you need to raise water from the bottom up, the centrifugal pump with a hydraulic accumulator will be the best choice. They are also different for increasing the pressure of hot and cold water.
Function Mode:
- Manual - implies uninterrupted use of the pumping device. In order to prevent overheating during operation, it is necessary to continuously monitor the indicators, and turn off the pump in time. Otherwise, the equipment may overheat and go out of operation.
- Auto - involves the regulation of the process by means of a duct sensor. The pump is connected at the time the tap is opened. This means that if water does not spill, the appliance is at rest. Of course, that an automatic device is much more comfortable and effective than using a manual version. Such equipment is equipped with protectors that prevent it from turning on if water does not pour. This will ensure the economical use of resources and a long period of operation of the device.
Criterias of choice:
- the main goal - why the device is needed: increase decrease pressure regulation.
- Key Features - basic indicators that indicate bandwidth and pressure.
- Manufacturer - the sustainability and relevance of the company, which manufactures equipment to improve pressure, the opinions of consumers about the company and its products.
- Room size, which will need to be serviced - the area of the room in which the device will be mounted.
- Economic aspect - The price range that you are ready to keep within to buy a pump.
As a rule, it is quite difficult for the average person to make a choice, calculating the necessary performance and water pressure for the desired pump. If you do not have the necessary knowledge and skills, then the best solution will be to entrust this issue to professionals. Often, when placing an order for such equipment, companies provide this service for free.
Household pumps
Such equipment is mounted in the internal pipeline of a house or apartment.
For this reason, pumps should not be bulky and too noisy.
There are 2 schemes for using devices of this type:
- Permanent way, assumes an almost round-the-clock pump mode.
- Automatic way, which includes the device "on demand".
In the first option, you only need a pump, and in the second, you will also need a flow sensor, which will certainly affect the cost of the equipment.
In any case, the more expensive automatic option will be much more profitable than the budget option - permanent. During its working activities, the pump heats up and from overheating completely fails. Based on this, it is obvious that the constant use of such a device is strongly discouraged.
In general, the most optimal and rational choice will be the purchase of a device with automatic mode, even despite the higher cost. Permanent-mode pumps will only be suitable for single use operations.
Pumping stations
According to their principle of operation, they are a high-pressure vibrating or centrifugal water pump with a hydraulic accumulator or hydraulic tank. But unlike household pumps, stations are installed between the water source and the water supply. As a result, the pressure in the water supply directly activates pumping station.
Almost all autonomous water supply systems are equipped with similar systems. In order to stabilize the pressure in the entire system, it is necessary or to replace already the existing station with a more powerful one, or replace only the pump or accumulator of the station with a more effective analogue.
Moreover, to improve the pressure in the pipeline, you can not even make any replacements. You can simply adjust the workflow of the pressure switch. The basic principle of such a solution is that a special mechanism is responsible for the pressure of the station - pressure switch, which tracks the action of the pump and drive.
The pump pumps liquid into the reservoir, which then directs it to the water supply. In circumstances where the pump does not function all the time, but only when the pressure in the accumulator is below an extremely low limit, then this moment it is connected, starting to pump water until the pressure in the accumulator is restored to the highest possible level.
Installation and Connection
Instruments for increasing the pressure in the water supply are installed in principle is not very difficult. Often, they are mounted at the entrance to the system to stimulate a comfortable and efficient movement of water.
Circulating types of products are mounted in pipes at a specific site. Everything is quite simple - connect the device to the pipes, seal the joints and provide access to electricity. After that, it is necessary to check the operability of the device, for this it should be checked in action.
It is important to remember that circulation-type models must be installed in a single intended position. The correct location of the device will be indicated on the packaging by the manufacturer. If you install the device incorrectly, it will either function malfunctioning or will not turn on at all.
Experts categorically do not recommend independently connecting pumping stations. This equipment will also need to be embedded in the system, however, the entire structure should be assembled here, and the necessary hoses should be connected to the pump. After that, connect the accumulator and pressure switch.
It should be remembered that all activities related to the installation and connection of equipment require proper configuration. Therefore, it is better to soberly assess your abilities before starting work.
By the way, the installation of pumping equipment to a certain extent can even solve the difficulties of clogged pipes, as it will create pressure and flush accumulated deposits. However, if nevertheless the pipes are already clogged with limestone, then their replacement will be required.
