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Packaged Pumping Stations

Tricel supplies packaged pumping stations for foul water, sewage and greywater applications, with solutions for domestic, residential, commercial and agricultural projects. Our team works with leading pump manufacturers and selects the station around the wastewater type and site.

Packaged Pumping Station Range

From domestic below-ground stations to project-specific systems, the right solution depends on the wastewater type, required flow, pumping head and site conditions.

Below-Ground Pumping Stations

Complete Chamber Solutions

INSTALLATION
Below ground

WASTEWATER
Foul water and sewage

PUMPS
Single, multiple or backup pumps, as required

Below-ground packaged pumping stations collect wastewater in a chamber and pump it to a higher drain, sewer or treatment system. Tricel manufactures GRP pumping station chambers, including 1,000-litre and 1,600-litre domestic stations.

Greywater Pumping Stations

Wastewater from Non-Toilet Sources

INSTALLATION
Selected to the site

WASTEWATER
Greywater

PUMPS
Selected to the application

For greywater from buildings, sheds or outhouses that are not connected to the main drain, a packaged station collects the water and pumps it to a suitable discharge point. Greywater stations are not a substitute for a foul water station.

Bespoke Pumping Stations

Project-Specific Systems

INSTALLATION
Project specific

WASTEWATER
Confirmed for the project

PUMPS
From established manufacturers, selected to duty

For larger or non-standard projects, a packaged pumping station can be configured around the hydraulic, wastewater and site requirements, with tanks, pipework, valves and control equipment selected as one system. See bespoke pump systems.

Existing Station Support

Repairs, Replacements and Maintenance

INSTALLATION
Existing stations

WASTEWATER
As installed

PUMPS
All pump types and manufacturers

Where a standard package does not suit the application, Tricel offers customised pump solutions designed around specific operating parameters such as flow, pressure, the liquid handled, available space and operating requirements.

Complete Wastewater Pumping Solutions

When Gravity Drainage Isn’t Possible

A packaged pumping station collects wastewater at a low point and automatically pumps it to a higher-level drain, sewer or treatment system. Depending on the project, the station combines the tank, pumps, pipework, valves, level controls and monitoring equipment into one coordinated solution. A float switch starts the pump at a set level, and an alarm can be added where the project requires it.

Packaged Pumping Station Applications

Foul Water

Pumping wastewater containing sewage where gravity discharge is not possible.

Greywater

Collection and pumping of wastewater from suitable non-toilet sources.

Commercial Buildings

Packaged wastewater solutions for commercial premises where gravity drainage is not possible.

Residential & Low-Lying Developments

Wastewater pumping for individual properties and developments that sit below the available sewer.

Agricultural Sites & Outbuildings

Pumping from sheds, outhouses and other buildings that are not connected to the main drain.

Pumping to Treatment Systems

Lifting wastewater to a treatment system or septic tank installed at a higher level.

Choosing the Right Packaged Pumping Station

Every pumping station should be selected around the wastewater type, hydraulic requirements and site conditions.

Factor	What we need to know
Water type	Is the station handling foul water, greywater or another liquid?
Required flow	How much water is expected during normal and peak conditions?
Pumping head	Pumping head
Inlet level	At what depth does the drainage enter the station?
Storage requirement	What working and emergency storage is required?
Pump configuration	Is a single pump appropriate, or are twin or backup pumps required?
Controls & alarms	What level control, alarm, backup or monitoring requirements apply?
Site conditions	What excavation, access, groundwater and loading conditions must be considered?

Understanding the Main Pumping Station Types

Solution	Installation	Typically used for
Below-ground pumping station	Below ground	Foul water and sewage where gravity drainage is not possible
Greywater pumping station	Selected to the site	Greywater from buildings not connected to the main drain
Bespoke pumping station	Project specific	Larger or non-standard drainage requirements
Existing station support	Existing installation	Repairs, replacement pumps and maintenance

Wastewater Type & Applicable Standards

The EN 12050 series covers wastewater lifting plants for buildings and sites. Part 1 covers lifting plants for wastewater containing faecal matter; Part 2, published in Ireland as I.S. EN 12050-2, covers faecal-free wastewater. The applicable standard should be confirmed according to the wastewater type and project requirements, together with the Building Regulations and the project drainage design.

From Site Requirements to Installation

Assess

Review the wastewater type, site levels, drainage requirement and discharge point, on site where needed.

Select

Determine the appropriate chamber, pump configuration, controls and accessories.

Supply

Prepare and deliver the packaged pumping station for the selected application.

commission & maintain

Installation, commissioning and maintenance support, including preventative maintenance contracts.

frequently asked questions

What is a packaged pumping station?

A packaged pumping station collects wastewater or drainage water and automatically pumps it to a higher-level drain, sewer or treatment system where gravity flow is not possible.

When do I need a pumping station?

A pumping station is typically required where the drainage outlet is below the available sewer or discharge point, or where the site layout prevents reliable gravity drainage.

What is the difference between foul water and greywater?

Foul water includes wastewater containing sewage or faecal matter. Greywater generally refers to wastewater from suitable non-toilet sources. The station and pump configuration should be selected for the actual wastewater type.

Should I use a single or twin pump station?

The correct arrangement depends on expected flow, application and redundancy requirements. Multiple or backup pumps can be installed where the project requires them; the final configuration is established during selection.

Can Tricel supply a bespoke pumping station?

Yes. Tricel designs and supplies custom pumping solutions, and a packaged pumping station can be selected around the wastewater type, hydraulic duty, site conditions and control requirements.

Packaged Pumping Stations in Ireland

Tricel supplies packaged pumping stations across Ireland for foul water, sewage and greywater applications. Because each station must match the wastewater it handles, foul water pumping stations, including sewage pumping stations in Ireland that discharge to a treatment system, are selected separately from greywater pumping stations.

Solutions range from domestic below-ground packaged pump stations to bespoke wastewater pump stations for commercial, residential and agricultural projects. Our team can help assess the required flow, pumping head, wastewater type, site conditions and control requirements, and then install, commission and maintain the station.

For individual pumps and drainage equipment, see wastewater pumps and drainage. For existing wastewater pumping stations, see pump service and maintenance and pump repair kits.

Need a Packaged Pumping Station?

Tell us about your application, wastewater type, flow requirements, site levels and discharge point, and our team can help identify the appropriate pumping station.

Call +353 (0)64 668 8040 or email watersales@tricel.ie