What are booster pumps and transfer pumps?

What are booster pumps and transfer pumps?

What are booster pumps and transfer pumps?

Transfer Pump and the working principles of the system that you should know

Common problems include low water pressure, weak water flow, and water shortages, especially in apartments, hotels, factories, office buildings, and more. Before installing a water pump or selecting pump equipment, it's crucial to understand the types and selection of pumps to avoid these water usage problems.

Pumping water from the source to the destination relies on water level differences to control its operation. Transfer pumps can be controlled by one or two pumps. However, if two pumps are used, the controller must have a function that switches the pumps. Transfer pumps typically use two pumps for small buildings, or three for larger buildings. These pumps alternate between each other to prevent overloading. If one fails, the other pumps can still supply water. Alternatively, they can be used to supplement the other pumps in cases where the building's water demand is so high that the first pump can't keep up with the demand. Transfer pumps typically use an electric float or electrode to switch the pumps. Let's take a look at booster pumps and transfer pumps. How is that?

Booster - Transfer Pump Set

End-Suction - transfer - Booster Pump

Key Features

1. Can be installed directly into building water supply pipes.

2. Reduces installation time.

Main components of the transfer unit:

1. Water pump

2. Control panel

3. Discharge header

4. Check valve

5. Gate valve

6. Float-less level switch

7. Pressure gauge

8. Base plate

Things to consider when selecting a water pump for a transfer pump system:

1. How many liters per tank should the water tank hold?

2. Main pipe size (for new installations, the distributor can recommend pipe sizes).

3. How many floors does the building have? (On which floor is the water tank located?)

4. Horizontal length to the water tank.

Transfer Pump water pump control is popularly used in high-rise buildings, apartments, condominiums, industrial plants, and in the agricultural sector, etc. Normally, buildings with a height of 5 floors or more, and each floor has many water usage points, often need to use 2 sets of booster pumps together. The Transfer Pump will be used to send or fill water up to store on the rooftop where there is a water storage tank. Then, the Booster Pump will be used to distribute water to various rooms within the building. The water used in the building will have a constant water pressure.

Maintenance methods can be observed and checked as follows:

1. Check for any abnormalities in the controller's operation, such as:

2. Every time you check the cabinet's front light, it should be lit continuously. If an overload light is present, it indicates a pump problem. Immediately inspect the pump.

3. Listen to the motor for any unusual noises.

4. Check the pump neck seal for any water leaks.

To ensure the pump lasts longer and prevents water delivery problems, we should check the system every 6 months.

What is a Booster Pump?

A booster pump is a type of water pump system used to increase water pressure, or simply increase the pressure in a pipe system. This helps maintain a consistent water flow when it's turned on. It's ideal for use in households, high-volume residences, and buildings and industrial plants.

The principle behind a booster pump is that whenever water is turned on, the pressure in the pipes decreases to a preset level. The pressure switch then activates the water pump to supply water to the system. The pressure gradually increases until it reaches the preset pressure, at which point the pump stops operating. Once the pressure reaches the preset level, the pump continues this cycle. In some cases, homes or industrial plants with high water demands may design a system with two water pumps that work together or provide booster power. The second pump will operate as a supplement if the first pump can't keep up with the pressure.

Most booster sets use a diaphragm pressure tank (Diaphragm Pressure Tank) which is included in the set. Its function is to slow down the operation of the water pump, thus extending the life of the water pump.

Leo Booster - Transfer Pump Set

Leo Booster - Transfer Pump Set - Pressure Tank

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