Technology has drastically impacted irrigation as a whole. And, with evolving technology comes innovation. If you are a commercial business owner or a homeowner in need of irrigation pumps and sprinkler systems, it’s important to know your options.
Primarily, there are several major types of irrigation pumps. Keep reading to boost your knowledge on these types and how Miami Pump & Supply can help you make the right choice.
Submersible Pumps
For home or business owners with water features or waterfront property, submersible pumps may be the best option. These are pumps that are installed under water and include a pump and electric motor.
Centrifugal Pumps
As one of the most commonly used irrigation pumps, a centrifugal pump utilizes an impeller that carefully spins water rapidly in a housing, chamber or casing. The spinning action led to the labeling of this irrigation pump as centrifugal. It’s necessary to prime these pumps and each pump must have water within the casing and intake pipe before it is powered on.
Booster Pumps
A booster pump is unique because it does not move water to another location. Instead, booster pumps are designed to increase water pressure that’s already moving. Ultimately, the goal of a booster pump is to generate high water pressure.
Turbine Pumps
This type of irrigation pump is attached to a motor mounted above ground by a shaft. The motor ultimately signals the shaft which causes the pump’s impeller to turn inside.
Selecting the Right Pump
You have a lot of choices when it comes to residential and commercial irrigation pumps when you entrust the professionals at Miami Pump & Supply. However, it’s important to properly plan your irrigation system and know the following before making a choice:
- The irrigation system operating pressure
- The system flow rate
Knowing your needed flow or pressure is essential – Without this information, you’re just guessing. Fortunately, you can take advantage of the expertise of the staff at Miami Pump and Supply. We can guide you through the process of selecting just the right pump for your home or business irrigation system.
Contact Miami Pump and Supply Today
Miami Pump & Supply is a stocking distributor for the industry’s leading manufacturers in electric pumps, hydraulic pumps, irrigation pumps and pool pumps in South Florida and the Caribbean. We supply pumps for purposes including, but not limited to, agriculture, pools, industry, residential irrigation, and commercial buildings. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you update your equipment and choose the type of irrigation pump to best suit your needs.