Understanding Pumps and Floats in Your Control Panel System

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 Pumps and floats are critical components in the operation of ATUs (Aerobic Treatment Units), lift stations, and wastewater facilities. These devices work in tandem with your control panels to manage the flow and treatment of wastewater, ensuring your system runs smoothly and efficiently. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how pumps and floats function within your system and why they’re essential for optimal performance.



Pumps: The Heart of Your System

Pumps are responsible for moving wastewater through your system, ensuring it’s properly treated or transferred to the next stage of processing. In an ATU, the pump moves wastewater through various stages of aerobic treatment. In a lift station, pumps push wastewater uphill to connect to the main sewer system.

There are several types of pumps commonly used in control panel systems:

  1. Submersible Pumps: These pumps are placed directly in the wastewater and are ideal for systems with high-volume or long-distance pumping needs. They’re efficient and can handle a wide range of wastewater types.
  2. Effluent Pumps: Often used in septic systems and ATUs, these pumps help remove treated effluent from the tank and discharge it to the drain field.
  3. Sewage Pumps: Designed to handle solids and wastewater, sewage pumps are used in lift stations and other systems where larger debris might be present.

Floats: Monitoring Water Levels 

Floats are essential for monitoring the level of wastewater in your system. They detect water levels and send signals to the control panel, which then activates the pump to manage the flow of wastewater.

There are different types of floats:

  1. Vertical Floats: These floats move up and down with the water level, sending signals to the control panel when the water reaches a certain height.
  2. Mercury Switch Floats: These are commonly used for more precise control, detecting even small changes in water level.
  3. Tethered Floats: Tethered floats are attached to the side of the tank and are often used in septic systems and lift stations for their durability and simplicity.

Why Pumps and Floats Matter

Both pumps and floats are integral to ensuring the proper functioning of your septic system, lift station, or ATU. Here’s why they matter:

  • Efficient Wastewater Management: Pumps move wastewater where it needs to go, while floats ensure the system is operating within the correct water level range.
  • Prevention of System Overload: If the water levels get too high, the float signals the pump to activate, preventing backups or overflows that could damage your system.
  • Cost-Effective Performance: Properly functioning pumps and floats reduce the need for frequent repairs or system failures, saving you money on maintenance.

Custom Control Panels for Pumps and Floats

At Certified Septic, we design custom control panels that integrate seamlessly with your pumps and floats to manage your system’s performance. Whether you need a new control panel, upgrades, or maintenance, our team ensures that everything is working as it should—optimizing your system's efficiency and longevity.

Contact Us for Expert Solutions

Whether you're installing a new control panel system, upgrading pumps or floats, or need maintenance for your septic system, lift station, or wastewater facility, Certified Septic is here to help. Call 239-510-4040 or visit our Contact Us page to schedule a consultation or learn more about how we can help you optimize your system!4o mini

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