Whether for low gravity areas or basement installations, this free standing lifting station ensures optimal operation thanks to its powerful pump and its ability to handle wastewater and charged particles. If you are looking for a practical and economical solution for your sanitary installations, discover how a free standing lifting station can meet your needs.
What is a Free Standing Lifting Station?
A free standing lifting station is an autonomous system designed to elevate wastewater and charged water when they cannot flow naturally to the sewage network. It is equipped with one or more lifting pumps that pump the wastewater up to the gravity sewage system. This type of station is particularly useful for basements, garages, or homes located in low-slope areas, where gravity drainage is insufficient.
The lifting station can handle a combination of black & greywater from bathrooms, kitchen and laundries. It consists of a tank with one or more pumps, and a control device that automatically activates the pump when the water level reaches a defined threshold.
Advantages of a Free Standing Lifting Station
Choosing a free standing lifting station offers numerous advantages for managing your wastewater. It easily integrates into any installation and is available in various types, allowing for the selection of a model that meets your specific needs.
1. Ease of Installation: Unlike inground pump stations, a free standing lifting station can be directly installed in your basement, or at a lower level from the fixtures it services. This greatly simplifies the setup while reducing associated costs.
2. Adaptability: A free standing lifting station is a versatile solution capable of handling different types of water, whether from toilets, kitchens, or bathrooms. It can efficiently lift wastewater to existing gravity drainage points.
3. Pump Performance: The lifting pumps are designed for autonomous on demand operation, ensuring quick evacuation of water even during heavy use. These systems provide high flow rates, ensuring smooth and unobstructed drainage.
4. Affordable Price: While free standing lifting stations are available at competitive prices, they remain extremely reliable. Additionally, their ease of installation can lead to savings by avoiding heavy and costly renovations.
5. Fast and Complete Delivery: The Saniflo SFA lifting station comes complete with all necessary accessories for installation and proper operation, includes check valves, and pump control devices.
How Does a Free Standing Lifting Station Work?
The operation of a free standing lifting station is based on the use of one or more pumps pre installed in a tank. When wastewater accumulates in this tank, an electronic pressure sensor detects the water level. Once a predefined threshold is reached, the pump automatically activates to evacuate the water to the sewage network or a higher discharge point.
Most free standing lifting stations are designed to operate continuously, requiring minimal maintenance. Depending on the type of station you choose, it can handle more or less charged wastewater, which influences the choice of pump.
How to Choose Your Free Standing Lifting Station?
The choice of the lifting station depends on several technical criteria that you should consider to ensure that your equipment meets your needs perfectly.
1. Identify the Issue: Before selecting a lifting station model, you need to clearly identify your requirement. Generally, there are two scenarios:
- You need to pump wastewater from one or more rooms located below your main discharge (e.g., a basement laundry room) or outside your building (e.g., summer kitchen, pool house). A free standing lifting station is the best option.
2. Type of Station and wastewater to be pumped: There are different models of lifting stations designed to handle wastewater for black and greywater applications. If you need to pump waste from toilets or a washing machine, ensure that the station you choose is suitable for this type of use.
3. Pump Power: The power of the pump determines the station's ability to lift water over a certain height and distance. If you have a basement or facilities far from the discharge point, it is advisable to choose a station with a powerful pump that offers sufficient flow.
4. Volume Capacity of the Lifting Station: Volume capacity refers to the tank size of the lifting station. It is important to size it based on your needs to avoid having the pump activate more than fifteen times per hour. In a five-room home, it is common to choose a 100-liter tank. Each additional room adds a supplementary volume of 25 liters. Note that the system's capacity is proportional to the power of the lifting pump.
5. Price and Value for Money: The price of a lifting station varies based on pump power and tank volume. Please contact SFA Australia to help with your lifting station selection while keeping your budget in mind.
6. Ease of Maintenance: Another criterion to consider is the ease of maintenance of the station. Opt for a station equipped with an easy drainage system and removable filters for quicker and more efficient upkeep.
SFA Free Standing Lifting Stations
SFA offers a wide range of lifting stations, with many models to meet all needs, whether for a home or a commercial space. Discover some products in detail below. You can also check the product sheet of each model for all technical specifications.
Sanicubic 1: This high-performance lifting station features Pro X K2 cutting technology. It has four entries, two of which are low to connect kitchen, laundry, and bathroom equipment, as well as toilets. This surface station can evacuate both grey water and charged water from a house or small commercial space through a small diameter. The total manometric height is 13 meters.
Sanicubic 2 Pro: This twin motor lifting station is suitable for evacuating wastewater from any commercial or residential spaces. Its powerful motors, high flow rate and large tank allow for the discharge of large volumes of water pumped to the existing gravity sewer.
Sanicubic 2 VX: Another model for small buildings or large commercial spaces, this free standing lifting station comes complete with five entries, including two low, two Vortex pumps, and two alternating motors, either single-phase or three-phase. There are four variants for manometric heights of 13 or 16 meters, delivered with two check valves, an interactive control box, and an alarm.
Conclusion
By choosing a free standing lifting station, you opt for a practical and efficient solution for managing your wastewater. With numerous models available on the market, it is essential to consider your specific needs and the characteristics of each product. Whether for residential or commercial use, SFA lifting stations provide reliable performance and an attractive price-to-quality ratio.
Feel free to contact a professional to help you make the best choice based on your installation and requirements. A good lifting station can make a significant difference in managing your wastewater, ensuring increased comfort and safety in your environment.
