Sewer pumping machine: what is it called and how does it work?

A private house provides the owner with many advantages:

• freedom of planning;
• freedom from neighbors' actions;
• many options for interior design and landscape design;
• choice of construction technology.

But living in your own home is also a big responsibility. A great way to manage your household wisely is with a sewer pumping machine. After all, in addition to decorating the home, the owner is faced with the task of competently solving exclusively everyday issues:

• heating;
• ventilation;
• sewerage

Main components of a vacuum cleaner

No matter how the sewage system in a private house is arranged, it is necessary to periodically pump out the contents. Sewage disposal is possible both on our own and with the help of a special sewage disposal machine.

Modern equipment is equipped with everything necessary to improve sanitary conditions quickly and efficiently. Installed on it:

• vacuum pump and tank;
• pipeline with tap;
• suction hose;
• various electrical devices;
• signaling and safety device.

Spare parts

Spare parts for sludge sucking machines are considered to be parts and mechanisms from the specification of spare parts, which are intended for vacuum cleaning of sewers or wells from sludge. As well as cleaning various types of reservoirs prone to muddy bottoms.

What spare parts do manufacturers sell?

Storage tank. Sludge is stored in it. The tank is represented by a rear cover, a boom support and the boom itself, lifting hydraulic cylinders, a suction pipe valve control mechanism, as well as rear cover clamps. The tank traditionally has 2 compartments - for sludge and for water, which is separated from the sludge.

You can change a lot in a car: from a broken sleeve, hose to valves.

What does a sewer truck do?

Living in your own house, which has an autonomous sewer system, requires the services of a sewer when the drainage pit overflows. An overfilled septic tank makes the operation of the entire system difficult and contributes to its rapid failure. A family of several people calls a sewer truck on average three times a year. Pumping out does not cause difficulties when the machine has free access to the drainage pit.

Pumping out the contents of a septic tank is not the only use of a sewage disposal machine. For example, it is successfully used when carrying out repair work on sewer and water supply systems. It is also possible to simply pump out hot or dirty water from a cellar or basement.

A car tank can be used to transport technical and industrial liquids, in particular oil and petroleum products. The only thing that is not possible is the transportation of hazardous chemicals.

The services of special equipment may be needed by sanatoriums, cafes, swimming pools and other organizations whose activities are associated with mass visits of people. Sewage pumping is a sought-after service.

Sewer pumping in a private house

Review of leading manufacturers

Leading manufacturers specializing in the production of pumping equipment are constantly improving their products in an effort to improve the performance of units. Each brand can reveal its unique design features.

Products from the Italian brand Pedrollo

Pedrollo is the best Italian manufacturer, whose products are represented in more than 160 countries around the world. The equipment produced under this brand meets international quality standards UNI EN ISO 9001.

Pedrollo units are able to function uninterruptedly even in highly polluted environments, the diameter of which reaches 50 millimeters (+)

A special feature of Pedrollo products is that both external and submersible models are equipped with impellers, which at the same time serve as shredders. This solution is convenient because it eliminates the need to purchase additional equipment.

The second feature of the units of this brand is the two-channel design of the impeller. This solution allows us to minimize the risk of clogging the mechanism with fibrous inclusions, which often happens with conventional models when rotating elements become entangled.

Grundfos pumping equipment

The products of the Danish company, whose literal translation means “spring” as a synonym for purity, are very popular among customers, and are distinguished by the use of advanced water treatment technologies.

Grundfos sewage pumps stand out from pumping products by being equipped with a thermal relay system and installing an impeller control mechanism

The impeller regulating system, in addition to the installed thermal relay, increases the operating life of the unit and increases its safety during operation. Equipment of this brand is capable of servicing fecal sewage systems, the short-term temperature increases of which reach about +35°C.

The “Grundfos seg” model has found many fans, which copes well with stagnant drains containing large amounts of garbage. The price of the product is 50 thousand rubles.

Professional units Calpeda

The Italian company is another largest manufacturer on the world stage. It boasts a wide range of models and a huge product line.

For long-term operation and pumping large volumes, the Calpeda GMG model is ideal, but you will have to pay about 100 thousand rubles for it

The series of fecal pumps of this brand is represented by four lines: “GMG” – with grinders, “GMV” – with a vortex impeller, “GMC” – with a single-channel impeller, “GMN” – with a multi-channel impeller.

Gilex is a domestic product

The leader in the domestic professional equipment market is the Gilex brand. The company's production was built on the experience of global holdings using innovative technologies.

The Fekalnik pump series includes a wide range of units that are small in size, quiet in operation and have a wide range of functionality.

Pumps from a domestic manufacturer can be used for pumping and transporting contaminated water, which contains a high content of silt and sandy inclusions. The maximum fraction size is 35 mm.

The household model “Fekalnik 150/6” deserves special attention, the price of which is on average 3 thousand rubles. The unit is not intended for professional purposes, but can easily cope with pumping out sewerage in a private home.

Cleaning drain holes yourself

When choosing a sewer pumping method - with your own hands or with the help of a sewer truck - you should understand that it is important to comply with environmental standards and safety rules. This is difficult to do if you clean the drainage pit yourself. Therefore, you should definitely call the equipment and resort to the services of a sewer truck.

Septic tank without pumping

How to reduce costs

Having found out the name of the machine that pumps out sewerage, you need to find out how to use its services less often. The cost of such equipment is quite high, so knowing ways to save is very useful. There are few of them:

• careful use of the system. Do not throw foreign objects, tampons, hair or other debris into the drain. Monitor the amount of waste. Do not pour water in vain;
• the use of special bacteria that absorb organic matter. This technique is used in some types of septic tanks and VOCs.

You can completely avoid the need for a sewer truck by installing a local treatment system (LCS). It recycles the entire volume of wastewater and does not require cleaning.

Pumping out sewerage using special equipment

Everyone knows the name of the machine that pumps out liquids - a sewer machine. The vehicle collects and transports liquid household waste. The machines that are usually called can be of several varieties, which belong to one of three types:

• sludge sucking machines;
• vacuum machines;
• combined machines.

Each machine designed for pumping sewerage is equipped with special equipment. In addition, it is necessary to have a receiving system with a volume of 5 to 7 cubic meters. This volume will allow you to clean the entire pit, the volume of which does not exceed 6 cubic meters, at one time.

Depending on what equipment can be used for the car, the method of pumping out the liquid is determined. The most popular are:

• Cleaning with a suction pump. The most popular and inexpensive way to pump out the sewer. At low temperatures, the use of this type of equipment is also possible due to the possibility of heating. Work performance may vary.
• Hydrodynamic method. The work is carried out in three stages: pumping out the drain, filling the tank with water, and pumping out again. Heating possible.
• Vacuum cleaning. This method can only be used using a vacuum pump. This type of sewer pumping machine can be used in almost any conditions. A certain distance from the place of purification is possible. The most versatile type of technology.

All types of machines are equipped with hoses whose length reaches 15 meters. This is not always enough to get the job done. The owner of the car, who is interested in its versatility, can equip the car with an additional hose. The possible loss of power is compensated by a longer operating time for each specific operation. If the distance to the object is more than 25 meters, it is possible to install a powerful vacuum pump on the KamAZ.

Septic tank pumping

Model specifications

Vacuum trucks have different performance characteristics. The size of the car depends on its performance. The most effective technology is the one that suits the user's needs. The table shows the main parameters of standard machines:

Pros and cons of pumping sewerage with a sewer truck

Advantages:

• cleaning efficiency;
• speed of operation;
• You can order a car very quickly
• absence of loud sounds when performing work;
• the customer does not participate in pumping;
• possibility of additional operations;
• destruction of contents after pumping.

Flaws:

• high cost of work;
• the need to organize transport accessibility of the pit;
• presence of odor.

Flushing, washing out septic tanks and cesspools

Possible installation errors

Do-it-yourself installation of the device must follow all the rules to avoid unforeseen situations

When installing, pay attention to the following points:

The cable used must be suitable for the motor power. Very often, a wire of insufficient cross-section or with fewer cores is used for connection. The unit must be firmly fixed. Otherwise, diving is strictly prohibited. The work must be controlled by automatic devices

Otherwise, dry running can cause serious damage to the pumping equipment, including complete stoppage. Before diving, you need to check that the pipes at the inlet and outlet of the device are connected correctly. It is very important to purchase only high-quality materials for making a homemade device that removes wastewater from a cesspool or well.

Cost of work

When cleaning a septic tank on your own, the cost of the work includes the purchase of a pumping barrel and a pump. When using a vacuum cleaner, the cost of services consists of factors such as:

• Site location. The further away the place of work, the higher the cost of special equipment services.
• Tank volume. The larger it is, the more sewage the machines can pump out at one time, which means there is no need to call two machines. This is a significant cost savings.
• Location of the pit on the customer's premises. If it is not possible to get close, you need to use an additional hose and a more powerful pump. This increases the cost of work.
• Time to call the car. Using equipment outside of normal operating hours, such as in the event of an accident, costs more.

How often should accumulated waste be pumped out?

The frequency of cleaning drainage pits depends on the size of the pit dug and the volume of tap fluid used (for external sewerage), as well as the degree of accumulation (in rural toilets). The approximate interval between waste pumping is 6-7 months or once a year.

You can do the cleaning yourself or contact sewage disposal specialists in the following cases:

• the sewage well has overflowed, as evidenced by the unpleasant smell near the house;
• the stormwater system is clogged;
• the water pressure in the tap has decreased, which periodically becomes rusty;
• there was a need to clean the outdoor toilet;
• The water in the well became cloudy.

It is vital to clean the sewerage system, since the collected wastewater eventually produces poisons and pathological microorganisms that negatively affect human health. Also, people may be annoyed by the bad smell, and the contents of the pit, when penetrating into the soil, will help reduce its fertility.

IMPORTANT! Most often, a special vehicle with a fecal pump is used to pump out the pit. The cost of sewer services depends on the remoteness of the facility and mileage, the volume of sewage removed, the distance of the well from the access road for drainage and additional measures that are carried out at the request of the customer

The price of a sewer truck service starts from 2,200 rubles.

Reviews from equipment owners

In order to form a complete opinion about the operation of a sewage disposal machine, you need to ask its owner a few questions. As a result of the analysis of the key characteristics of the cars, the following was revealed:

• The sewer pumping machine is extremely durable.
• Sewage equipment can adapt to different climatic conditions.
• Ease of use and reliability in operation are the main qualities of such a car.
• The use of this technique helps preserve the health of the ecological system.

Instructions for using the equipment

To use the equipment correctly, the first thing you need to do before the procedure is to determine the nature of the blockage. This will help you select the required nozzle. After this, it should be installed on the hose and you can proceed directly to cleaning the pipes.

The hose should be inserted into the pipe to a depth of approximately 1 meter through a special hole or toilet. Next you need to turn on the water. The hose will move independently to the place of blockage under the pressure of water. The procedure must be carried out until the problem is resolved. After this, the hose and nozzle must be thoroughly rinsed with warm water.