Operational risks in a pressure boosting system

Operational risks in a boosting system

Boosting pumps are not built to run without water. But this is exactly what can happen if the water storage tank runs empty, or water supplied from the city water mains is insufficient. This will likely cause the pump to overheat, and eventually break down. 

Water leakages from pipes in the system can cause damage in the home, and in the worst cases result in indoor flooding. Even a leaking toilet or dripping garden tap can consume significant amounts of potable water, and reduce pump lifetime if left unnoticed. This can create accumulative costs for homeowners both in property repairs and extensive water bills.

A pump engineered by intelligent design

A booster pump that can detect these operational risks can also react to avoid them. Grundfos SCALA1 and SCALA2 are built with several features to protect the boosting system. Alerts displayed on the operating panel (SCALA2) and in the Grundfos GO app (SCALA1) can inform the user of an issue in the system that needs attention. For instance, the dry-run alarm will indicate insufficient water supply before the pump runs dry. In this way, issues can be dealt with before they cause any damage.

Built-in protection features on SCALA pumps:

• Anti-cycling: deactivates the pump if it detects signs of a minor leakage in the system or a tap that has not been closed entirely.
• Dry-running protection: deactivates the pump and alerts the user to the lack of water in the installation to prevent damage to the pump.
• Maximum run time: deactivates the pump after an allotted time, reducing the risk of leakage when running home appliances. For SCALA1 the time period can be adjusted via the Grundfos GO app.

A SCALA pump gives you built-in functions that ensure optimal operational safety and comfort throughout the home, saving money on water overconsumption and preventing damages to the property. It’s the pump engineered by intelligent design.