Xylem, Inc. introduces Goulds Water Technology Grinder Pump Retrofit Kit for residential grinder pump stations. Designed to provide a more economical option to replacing the entire pump system, the retrofit kit allows for continuous operation is a replacement core for an existing, installed E-One grinder pump station. It includes a single-phase, two-HP motor with 60 Hz, 3,450 rpm, 230 V and a capacitor start with winding thermal protector. The motor is a Class F insulation design that includes a 300-Series stainless steel threaded shaft design and permanently lubricated upper and lower ball bearings. The kit also includes piping and electrical connections for retrofitting to competitors’ systems. The silicon bronze impeller is balanced for smooth operation and provides trouble-free, non-overloading, two-vane design with pump-out vanes for mechanical seal protection. The mechanical seal is made of hard-faced silicon carbide with BUNA-N elastomers, while the fasteners are 300-Series stainless steel metal. The pump’s capacity is up to 41 gpm (155.2 L/min) with heads to 95 feet and discharge of 1.25 NPT. http://www.xyleminc.com or greg.hogan@xyleminc.com (315) 239-2355
