Duplex booster pump systems
are designed to lead, lag,
and alternate every 24 hours of run time.
This ensures even wear between
each pump. In the event one pump
cannot maintain the pressure,
the second pump will turn on to assist.
Operational risks in a pressure
boosting system. Poor control
of the boosting operation can
damage pumps and cause pipes to leak.
Over time, this can result in excessive
water consumption, spiralling costs,
and even indoor flooding.
A booster system should
not run continuously,
particularly if there is no
demand for water.
Once the pump has satisfied
the system pressure, a minimum
run timer is actuated, and the pump
will run for a preset time.
On average, pool pumps
last eight to 12 years before
needing replacement.
Over time, it's normal for pool
parts to begin to wear down.
In addition, swimming pool
technology has come a long
way in the last decade.
Pumping systems often
have a lifespan of 15 to 20
years. Some cost element
s will be incurred at the
outset and others may
be incurred at different
times throughout the lives
of the different solutions being evaluated.
Without elaborating on
specific applications:
A 'pressure' pump generally
operates with the inlet under '
neutral' or negative pressure,
while a 'booster' pump, typically,
operates with 'supercharged' inlet.
That is to say, it increases positive
pressure provided by another pump
or by gravity.
A booster pump is a device
that increases low water
pressure and flow.
It provides the extra
boost needed to bring
your water pressure to the
desired level.
A water booster
pump provides pressure
to move water from a storage
tank or throughout a whole house
or commercial facility.
