The FJ Plumbing Pump Packages division, Aquaflo, offers comprehensive plumbing solutions with a wide range of pumps and control panels tailored to meet specific pumping duties and demand control requirements. Backed by expertise, we support designers in equipment selection and specification to ensure optimal performance. Our solutions cater to diverse applications, including domestic and commercial plumbing, wastewater handling, and utilities and irrigation systems..
Booster Pumps are designed to maintain adequate water pressure in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They are commonly used in high-rise buildings, large complexes, and areas with low municipal water pressure to ensure consistent water supply to all fixtures. These pumps can be single-stage or multi-stage, depending on the required pressure boost, and are often integrated with pressure sensors, control valves, and expansion tanks to regulate flow and prevent pressure fluctuations. Modern booster pump systems frequently incorporate Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), which adjust pump speed based on demand, reducing energy consumption and extending pump life. By ensuring reliable water pressure and distribution, booster pumps enhance user comfort and improve the overall efficiency of plumbing systems.
Circulation Pumps are designed to continuously move water within a closed-loop system, ensuring efficient temperature distribution in hot and cold water systems. They are widely used in domestic hot water systems, heating and cooling applications, and industrial processes. These pumps typically feature low energy consumption, quiet operation, and automatic control options, allowing for consistent performance while minimizing water wastage and energy use.
Wastewater Pumps are built to handle the movement of sewage, greywater, and other wastewater from buildings and industrial facilities to treatment plants or disposal points. Available in submersible and dry-pit configurations, they are designed to handle solids, sludge, and corrosive fluids with high efficiency. These pumps often include grinders or impellers to break down solid waste, preventing clogs and ensuring smooth operation in drainage and sewage systems.
Stormwater Pumps are critical for managing excess rainwater and preventing flooding in urban, commercial, and industrial areas. These pumps quickly remove large volumes of water from basements, parking lots, and drainage systems, directing it to retention ponds, sewer systems, or natural water bodies. They are designed to handle debris-laden water and operate reliably under extreme weather conditions, ensuring effective flood control and water management.
In a pump package, various valves and accessories are integrated to ensure efficient operation, safety, and ease of maintenance. A Non-Return Valve (NRV) prevents backflow of fluid, protecting the pump and system by ensuring one-way flow. Strainers are employed to remove debris and impurities from the fluid before it enters the pump, safeguarding its components. Manifolds serve to distribute or collect fluids from different system parts, directing flow to or from pumps, tanks, or process lines. The Skid provides a stable, pre-assembled platform for holding all components, ensuring easy transport and installation. Level Regulators automatically adjust the flow or pump operation to maintain optimal liquid levels in tanks, preventing overflows or dry running. Pressure Switches monitor system pressure and trigger actions (such as turning pumps on or off) when preset pressure thresholds are reached, safeguarding the system from overpressure or underpressure conditions. Additionally, the Isolation Valve is crucial for safely shutting off or isolating parts of the system, enabling maintenance or repairs without affecting the entire operation. It ensures that specific sections of the system can be isolated for servicing, preventing fluid flow to and from selected components. Together, these components ensure the pump system operates reliably and safely in various applications.
Advanced monitoring and control systems are crucial for ensuring efficient operation, energy savings, and reliability in plumbing and wastewater lifting pump systems. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and pump controllers automate pump operation, enabling real-time monitoring, fault detection, and optimized performance. Control panels integrate electrical components for both manual and automatic operation, system alarms, and status indications. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) adjust pump speed based on demand, reducing energy consumption and minimizing wear. Pressure sensors ensure consistent water pressure in plumbing systems, while level switches and float sensors monitor water levels in storage tanks, sumps, and wastewater lifting stations, preventing dry running and overflow. In wastewater lifting applications, these systems help manage sewage and stormwater efficiently, activating pumps when water reaches a preset level and ensuring smooth operation in drainage systems. By integrating these technologies, plumbing and wastewater pumping systems achieve greater efficiency, reduced maintenance, and enhanced reliability.
