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Things to Consider for Your Vacuum Pump

The vacuum pump is an essential component of the portable sanitation industry. Portable restroom operators need dependable vacuum pumps on their trucks to keep them on schedule with their unit cleanings. If you are in the market for a new pump, take a look at this infographic before you make a purchase.

Things to Consider for Your Vacuum Pump

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Things to Consider for Your Vacuum Pump

Get the Right Pump/Tank Combination

Pump Size (cubic feet per minute)            Tank Size (gallons)

20-40                                                                    80-200

50-90                                                                    150-500

100-120                                                               400-800

130-150                                                               700-1,200

160-200                                                               1,000-1,800

210-240                                                               1,700-2,500

250-280                                                               2,400-3,000

290-340                                                               3,100-3,600

350-400                                                               3,500-4,200

* Information from PROmonthly.com

Valuable Pump Features

  • Pressure relief valve
  • Secondary scrubbers
  • Filter exhaust system
  • Automatic lubrication
  • Access points for easy maintenance
  • See-through oil tank for easy oil level monitoring
  • Warranty

Standardize Your Brands & Pump Types

Easier to become familiar with the pump and parts. Less time to master maintenance tasks.

Life Expectancy

With proper maintenance, pumps can last 10-15 years or longer.

Warranty

Protect yourself from product failures. Many major manufacturers have warranties of at least a year.

Tip from the Pros

Buy a rebuild kit BEFORE you need it. Minimal expense. Reduces costly downtime.

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