Water Pump Accessories

Whether you’re a first-time water pump owner or a seasoned pump operator, it’s important to know just what accessories you might need for your equipment. These sophisticated machines are great for manual labor tasks like construction, mining, and well maintenance among other industrial applications, and the right accessory can help you complete your task even more efficiently.

Strainers
Pumping water also means that you might be pumping potentially contaminated water. Sewage or flood waters also come with lots of debris and sludgy sentiment that has the ability to clog and deteriorate your water pump. A strainer can prevent those mishaps. By investing in an add-on strainer, you can be confident that any contaminants will be caught before entering the inner mechanisms of your water pump. Depending on what size of solids you’re dealing with, you’ll want to be sure you’re choosing the appropriate size of holes for your strainer.

Hose Kits
You already know you need one hose when working with your water pump, no matter what the application. There are some applications which will require the use of more than one hose. If your task requires you to transfer water from point A to point B, you’ll want to look into purchasing a hose kit so you have the appropriate length hose for your job. Hose kits are essential for any trash-pumping tasks.

Discharge Hoses
A discharge hose may or may not be included in your hose kit, as discussed above. The discharge hose is specifically designed to help draw water away from a flooded area, and towards the newly designated location. If you live in a flood-heavy area, like the Midwest, a discharge hose is a must have for your water pump preparedness kit.

Wheel Kits
Wheel kits are one of the most handy accessories to have stored in your shed or garage. Trying to load and haul a water pump can be an energy and time consuming process, but have no fear! By keeping a wheel kit handy, you can create easy access for your water pump. For less money than a trolley or a truck, a wheel kit easily attaches itself to your water pump so you can wheel the pump right where you need it. Save your energy for the task at hand, not tugging and pulling a heavy machine to your work site.

Nozzles
If you’re concerned about keeping control over the flow of water coming out of your pump, consider a nozzle attachment. Many nozzles are now equipped with a pistol-style grip so you can more easily hold the nozzle while aiming it directly where you need the water to be. A quick fix accessory that makes water pumping tasks even easier!

Couplings
If you’re using multiple hoses for your water pump applications, a coupling or “adapter” will help make your work easier. A coupling allows operators to quickly connect their water pumps while avoiding the time-consuming use of threading, tools, lugs, twisting, springs, and ball bearings. Couplings help you increase the efficiency of your work. Ideal for utility and irrigation contractors, municipalities, and other industrial uses.