CASE STUDY
PRIMING PUMP FOR BOOM IRRIGATOR
Supply and installation of a PlasVac Vacuum Pump for
priming of an irrigation pump
Industry: Water and Wastewater
Application: Priming Pump for Boom Irrigator
Products: PlasVac EH-40 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump
Customer Location: QLD, Australia
Application Date: July 2019
PROBLEM
A customer required a vacuum pump to prime a pump on a boom irrigator used on a broadacre farm. Boom irrigators which are widely used in broadacre agriculture to draw water from irrigation channels need to be primed with a vacuum pump as part of its startup procedure.
Priming pumps often seize due to corrosion or prolonged inactivity, so the customer needed a vacuum pump specifically designed to withstand corrosive environments and operate reliably even after extended periods of non-use.
APPLICATION
Rezitech delivered a comprehensive solution by supplying and installing a PlasVac EH-40 pump, constructed from engineered plastics and stainless steel components. Thanks to these durable materials, PlasVac pumps are highly resistant to corrosion, ensuring long-lasting performance even in harsh conditions.
OUTCOME
The PlasVac EH-40 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump creates a strong lift, effectively pulling water into the large pump on the boom irrigator, preparing it for startup. Its design ensures exceptional reliability, as it is resistant to corrosion and won’t seize.
PlasVac pumps are perfectly suited for this application, as they are oil-free (which prevents any risk of oily residue or discharge), require minimal maintenance, and remain reliable even after extended periods of inactivity. Due to its proven durability and dependability, many farmers have chosen to retrofit their irrigators with PlasVac pumps, replacing other types of vacuum pumps.
PlasVac Pump retro-fitted to boom irrigator
Products
Rezitech offers a full range of Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump products and services to our clients in a wide range of industries. From new pumps sales, rentals, repairs, pump systems and efficiency testing, with Rezitech, you’ll get the ideal industrial vacuum pump or system for your facilities.
PlasVac Vacuum Pumps
Made from heavy duty durable plastic. Perfect alternative for priming large centrifugal pumps.
New Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
In addition to our new pump sales, our team can also design and build custom vacuum pump systems to meet your specific needs. We also offer comprehensive services from our Hallam and Townsville workshops, including technical assistance and on-site pump efficiency testing.
Frequently asked questions
Why do boom irrigators need a vacuum pump for priming?
Boom irrigators used in broadacre agriculture rely on vacuum pumps to prime large centrifugal pumps before startup. The vacuum pump removes air from the irrigation line, allowing water to be drawn efficiently from irrigation channels into the main pump system.
Without reliable priming, irrigation pumps may struggle to start, lose efficiency, or suffer unnecessary wear. Rezitech’s PlasVac Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps are specifically designed to provide dependable priming performance for agricultural irrigation applications.
What causes irrigation priming pumps to seize or fail?
Priming pumps commonly fail due to corrosion, moisture exposure, and long periods of inactivity between irrigation cycles. Traditional vacuum pumps can seize internally when exposed to harsh farming environments, leading to costly downtime and unreliable startup performance.
Rezitech addresses this problem with the PlasVac EH-40 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump, which is manufactured using engineered plastics and stainless steel components for superior corrosion resistance and long-term reliability in agricultural conditions.
What are the benefits of using a PlasVac EH-40 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump?
The PlasVac EH-40 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump is designed specifically for demanding irrigation and agricultural applications. It creates a strong vacuum lift to efficiently pull water into large boom irrigator pumps during startup.
Key benefits include:
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Oil-free operation with no contamination risk
- Minimal maintenance requirements
- Reliable operation after long periods of inactivity
- Durable engineered plastic and stainless steel construction
These features make the PlasVac EH-40 a trusted solution for farmers seeking dependable irrigation priming systems.
Why are farmers retrofitting boom irrigators with PlasVac vacuum pumps?
Many farmers are upgrading or retrofitting their boom irrigators with PlasVac vacuum pumps because of their proven reliability and durability in harsh agricultural environments.
Compared to conventional vacuum pumps, PlasVac pumps offer:
- Reduced risk of seizure
- Longer service life
- Lower maintenance costs
- Improved irrigation startup reliability
- Oil-free operation for cleaner performance
As a result, PlasVac Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps have become a preferred priming solution for broadacre farming and irrigation systems across Australia.
What industries and applications are PlasVac vacuum pumps suitable for?
PlasVac Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps are widely used across agricultural and industrial applications where reliable vacuum priming and corrosion resistance are essential.
Common applications include:
- Boom irrigators
- Large centrifugal pump priming
- Agricultural irrigation systems
- Water transfer systems
- Industrial vacuum pump systems
Rezitech supplies a full range of PlasVac vacuum pumps, including new pump sales, repairs, rentals, efficiency testing, and complete pump system solutions tailored to demanding operating environments.
About Rezitech
Established in 1968, Rezitech is a leader in Industrial Maintenance Solutions and Vacuum Pump Technology. Rezitech offers a comprehensive range of industrial protective coatings and epoxy metal repair composites to many different industries including: oil and gas, mining, power, water and waste water, pulp and paper, marine, manufacturing among others.
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