We are often asked how long a sump pump should last. The answer is, it’s variable, but a rule of thumb is seven to ten years. (We still have JMI pumps out there since 1958!) However, there are some signs… Read More »Signs a New Sump Pump May be Needed
With the heavy rains we experienced early this summer, area homeowners and businesses were appreciative of having working sump pumps, as the pumps have been tested. For most people, they don’t think about their sump pump as long as it… Read More »Why Sump Pumps Are Necessary
Building redundancy into a mechanical system via a duplex pump system is cost effective and efficient for a wide range of applications. In Wisconsin, duplex pump systems are required in commercial building where there are three or more water closets… Read More »The Basics of a Duplex System
Many of you might have seen a recent Facebook post from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewage District showing a photo of what happens to “flushable” wipes after they’re flushed. Looking at that mess at their pumping station, you see it’s quite… Read More »To Grind Or Not To Grind…
Trench drains are long drains placed in a trench containing a trough or channel-shaped body to drain water, fluids, chemicals or other liquids. They come in a variety of widths, lengths, and grate covers, depending on the application, whether commercial,… Read More »A Trench Drain Brief
The most common misconception people have about sump pumps is that the bigger the horsepower of the pump, the better. Not so, and that is why proper sizing of the pump in the first place is so important. When sizing… Read More »Sizing The Residential Sump Pump
Do you know what is the most important accessory of any pumping system? The answer is the check valve. Many of you are already well-versed in understanding check valves, but it’s importance in water system control bears repeating. The Basics… Read More »Check Valve Fundamentals
A lot of companies say they are the best in sales and service and we are among them. But it’s not just hype on our part. Sure, we are very good in sales and service, but we are much more… Read More »Why Choose Jim Murray
Jim Murray & Tom O’Brien have written an article about evaluating & properly up-sizing a stormwater sump pump system. Scroll down to view or click the link to download a pdf version. JMI PHCC Article Spring 2014
A jammed or clogged sump or sewage pump will eventually heat up internally and the motor will shut itself down. There is a thermal overload switch inside the pump that will automatically sense that the pump has cooled down and… Read More »Thermal Motor Protection: A Standard Feature on Most Sump or Sewage Pumps
