Valve assembly location – 3 options makes a difference

Valve assemblies in Romtec Utilities pump stations

Romtec Utilities pumping systems include the complete valve assembly between the pumps and force main. The basic valve assembly includes a check valve and a plug (isolation) valve in the discharge line from each pump. But that’s about it for basics, because each pump station has unique requirements for the valves and where they are located. Depending on various factors, the valve assembly can be located within the wet well, within a separate underground vault or above ground within an enclosure or right out in the open.

In-well valves – For submersible pump stations, reduced cost is an important factor in locating the valve assembly inside the wet well. Less pipe, fewer fittings and no underground vault or above ground enclosure are required, thus reducing cost.

Sufficient space inside the wet well can be a factor; the valves have to fit in the vertical pipe riser. The pre-assembled Read more