Understanding Industrial Concerns

If you're involved in water treatment operations, you may need to move water at an accurate flow rate. You can do just that when using a metering pump. To choose the right one for your water treatment activities, look for these particular features. 

1. Pressure Relief Valve 

There may be times when your metering pump experiences a spike in pressure. This often occurs when there are structural obstructions or build-up in your metering lines. It's important to deal with increased spikes in pressure because if you don't, severe equipment malfunctions could result that cost your company a fortune.

To account for pressure build-up, look for metering pumps that come equipped with a pressure relief valve. The moment pressure starts spiking above normal ranges, this valve can open up to prevent costly and dangerous problems from occurring. This is one of the most important safety features to look for in a metering pump.

2. Weatherproof Housing 

If your water treatment environments are pretty rugged, it's extremely important to take these elements into account when selecting the right metering pump. So that you can prevent severe damage and complications occurring, get a metering pump encased in a weatherproof housing.

No matter what elements your metering pump comes in contact with -- including rain and snow -- it will still be able to operate at an optimal level and not take any damage. This type of weatherproof housing also makes your metering pump extremely easy to maintain over the years.

3. Calibration Assist 

For metering pumps to deliver consistent and accurate flow rates, you first need to calibrate them. This can be quite difficult if you've never used one of these pumps before. If you're in this position, it always helps to purchase a metering pump that comes with a calibration assist feature.

Once this system is activated, it will get your metering pump primed for actual water treatment operations. You thus won't have to worry as much about errors occurring with your metering pump or for it to malfunction unexpectedly. Just make sure that when running this calibration assist feature, the pump is connected directly to the system feeding it. Otherwise, you may run into unexpected complications. 

The success of your water treatment projects is often dependent on the metering pump you decide to utilize. There are many options on the market today, but selecting the right model can go according to plan if you focus on the right features. For more information on your LMI Roytronic Metering Pump, contact your local water treatment professionals.