Jan 18, 2025

The Role of Preventative Maintenance in Extending the Life of Your Pump System

Written by:
John Doner
The Role of Preventative Maintenance in Extending the Life of Your Pump System

The Role of Preventative Maintenance in Extending the Life of Your Pump System

Preventative maintenance is essential for maximizing the life span and efficiency of your pump system. By addressing wear and tear before it becomes a costly problem, you can reduce downtime, save on repairs, and keep your system running smoothly.Why Preventative Maintenance Matters

In any industry, preventive maintenance plays a crucial role in the life cycle costing of mechanical components. It influences decisions like brand choice, product type, and pricing. For pumping systems, especially grinder or chopper systems, regular maintenance is critical because these systems experience wear on key components like cutting blades.

As the cutting blades degrade:

Motor Efficiency Declines: Worn blades increase amperage draw, which puts more strain on the motor.

System Failures Increase: Over time, the motor may trip overloads, blow breakers, or suffer winding failure.

By regularly inspecting and replacing these sharp surfaces, you can maintain motor efficiency and extend the life of your equipment.

Best Practices for Grinder Systems

For duplex grinder systems, adopting a rotational maintenance strategy is highly effective:

1. Purchase a Third Pump: Keep a spare pump on hand to rotate into the system.

2. Annual Rotation: Swap out one pump annually, sending the removed pump in for inspection and maintenance.

3. Extend Service Life: With this strategy, every pump is serviced every two years, significantly increasing its longevity.

Unfortunately, many operators leave both pumps in service indefinitely until one fails. This approach creates a risky scenario where the remaining pump must bear the entire load without prior maintenance, leaving the system vulnerable to failure.

Work with the Experts

Preventative maintenance is an investment in the reliability of your pumping system. However, no two systems are alike, and it’s important to develop a tailored maintenance program. At Metropolitan Pump, our professionals can help you design a maintenance plan that fits your specific needs—without unnecessary add-ons or costs.

Benefits of Preventative Maintenance with Metropolitan Pump:

Prolonged Equipment Life: Keep your pumps running efficiently for years.

Reduced Downtime: Prevent unexpected breakdowns and keep your operations smooth.

Cost Savings: Avoid expensive repairs and replacements by addressing issues early.

Contact us today to learn how we can help you optimize your pump system and avoid unnecessary headaches.