Webtrol Submersible Pumps

Webtrol offers submersible equipment for water wells, sump drainage, effluent transfer, and sewage handling. Each application requires a suitable pump design, since clean-water well pumps and wastewater pumps handle different operating conditions.

Webtrol offers sump, effluent, sewage, non-clog, and grinder pumps. Its range includes cast iron and stainless steel options, allowing selection around the liquid, required performance, and installation requirements.

The pump operates in the collected liquid, using an electric motor and impeller to move water into the discharge piping. A compatible level-control arrangement can start and stop the pump as the sump fills and empties.

A sump pump generally removes drainage water with limited solids. A sewage pump is designed for wastewater containing specified solids. The expected waste stream should determine which pump type is used.

An effluent pump transfers liquid that usually contains fewer or smaller solids than raw sewage. Select it according to the treatment process, allowable solids size, required flow, and discharge head rather than the application name alone.

Yes. Webtrol offers MVP grinder-pump products, including high-head options. A grinder uses a cutting mechanism to reduce suitable waste before discharge; the correct model depends on wastewater characteristics and system pressure requirements.

Selected Webtrol sewage and non-clog pumps are designed for solids-handling service. Check the specific pump’s passage size and intended waste stream, especially where fibers, grit, or unusual debris may be present.

Yes. Webtrol lists stainless steel sump and sewage pump products. Confirm the exact wetted materials, seals, and liquid compatibility before selection, because stainless steel is not suitable for every chemical or corrosive condition.

Determine the required flow, vertical lift, discharge piping losses, and any pressure at the destination. Also provide liquid characteristics, solids content, sump dimensions, and electrical supply so the pump can be selected for the complete system.

Selection requires the desired water flow and pressure, well diameter, pumping water level, available well yield, and discharge-system losses. The pump and motor must also match the electrical supply and installation depth requirements.

Automatic operation is possible with the appropriate controls. Sump systems commonly respond to liquid level, while well systems may respond to pressure or demand. Confirm the control arrangement for the selected pump and motor.

Possible causes include a small operating volume, closely spaced float settings, returning discharge water, or excessive pump capacity. Review the sump, check valve, and control settings before assuming the pump itself has failed.

Do not assume dry-running capability. Follow the model’s cooling and lubrication requirements, and use suitable controls to avoid pumping below its permitted liquid level or operating a well pump when water supply is inadequate.

Inspect the intake, discharge arrangement, electrical cable, and level controls, and verify that the pump starts and stops properly. Follow the specific maintenance manual for servicing seals, bearings, and other applicable components.

A suitable replacement may be available after comparing flow, head, solids capacity, dimensions, discharge connections, motor requirements, and controls. Existing horsepower alone is not enough to establish an equivalent replacement.

Contact Industrial Air Services at (615) 641-3100. Provide the intended application, required flow and head, electrical supply, liquid and solids details, and the model information for any existing pump.