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Why install a pump to boost water from city mains?

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Why is it a good idea to choose a constant pressure pump for boosting mains water?

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What features do we recommend for a booster pump to be able to handle the air bubbles and dirt often found in shallow wells?

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How can a booster pump for boosting water from a shallow well be installed?

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What feature is necessary, if a booster pump is installed above a water storage tank with a negative inlet pressure?

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Why is it a good idea to select a pump with a low noise level for boosting water from a roof tank?

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1: Why install a pump to boost water from city mains?
Because changes in demand in the city main can result in low pressure at times.
1: Why install a pump to boost water from city mains?
Because mains water generally has a low pressure
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1: Why install a pump to boost water from city mains?
Because mains water tends to loose pressure when traveling through the pipes into the building
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2: Why is it a good idea to choose a constant pressure pump for boosting mains water?
It is required by law
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2: Why is it a good idea to choose a constant pressure pump for boosting mains water?
It will reduce water expenses
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2: Why is it a good idea to choose a constant pressure pump for boosting mains water?
It protects the pump
3: What features do we recommend for a booster pump to be able to handle the air bubbles and dirt often found in shallow wells?
Good air-handling capabilities and an inlet filter
3: What features do we recommend for a booster pump to be able to handle the air bubbles and dirt often found in shallow wells?
Low noise level
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3: What features do we recommend for a booster pump to be able to handle the air bubbles and dirt often found in shallow wells?
A compact design
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4: How can a booster pump for boosting water from a shallow well be installed?
Submerged
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4: How can a booster pump for boosting water from a shallow well be installed?
Dry-installed
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4: How can a booster pump for boosting water from a shallow well be installed?
Submerged or dry-installed
5: What feature is necessary, if a booster pump is installed above a water storage tank with a negative inlet pressure?
Dry-run protection
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5: What feature is necessary, if a booster pump is installed above a water storage tank with a negative inlet pressure?
Self-priming
5: What feature is necessary, if a booster pump is installed above a water storage tank with a negative inlet pressure?
Pressure stabiliser
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6: Why is it a good idea to select a pump with a low noise level for boosting water from a roof tank?
Because it allows indoor installation protecting the pump from the harsh conditions outside
6: Why is it a good idea to select a pump with a low noise level for boosting water from a roof tank?
To avoid disturbing the neighbours
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6: Why is it a good idea to select a pump with a low noise level for boosting water from a roof tank?
It is required by law
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