The Difference Between Sanitizing and Washing
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March 26, 2018The 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.
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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.