Pump Station Design, Sizing & Selection

Course aims

A comprehensive look at why pump stations are needed, their design, components and how to size and select them to handle requirements.

What the course covers:

Understanding why a pump station may be required
Developing practical knowledge on designing pump stations in line with regulatory and project requirements
Selecting the right pumps and systems
Comparing and understanding different options

Key learning outcomes:

By the end of the session, delegates will be able to:

Understand why a pump station may be required, including sites where gravity drainage isn’t possible, restricted outflow, pumping from attenuation tanks, or long distances from the main sewer.

Learn how to size and select the correct pump station
This includes understanding cover and invert levels, rising main design, and calculating storage allowances using standard sewage loading tables.

Understand different types of pumps and systems
Including vortex, channel, macerator, and heavy-duty chopper pumps. Compare packaged options, such as GRP or poly tank stations, and understand the advantages of each.

Gain insight into the process for Sewers for Adoption
Following a typical SFA project timeline from initial design through to site handover.