The New Normal

By SWPA Executive Director Adam Stolberg and Jeff Boling,Ebara Pumps Americas Corporation Ragging and clogging are persistent problems in wastewater streams, which can cause backflows,...

2020 SWPA Industry Outlook

The Submersible Wastewater Pump Association (SWPA) is a national trade association representing and serving the manufacturers of submersible pumps for municipal and industrial wastewater...

Advocating For The Systems Approach

By SWPA Executive Director Adam Stolberg and Chris Greco, Environment One Corporation (E/One) For nearly fifty years, the Submersible Wastewater Pump Association has been at...

Repair or Replace? Evaluating Your Aging Submersible

Submersible pumps are known for their reliability, but even the sturdiest of equipment wears down or, eventually, needs replacement. When to end a pump’s...

Grinder Pumps in Pressure Sewers

Pressure sewer systems using grinder pumps are the popular choice for contractors and developers looking to avoid the troubles of poor soil conditions, failing...

PLC Applications for Submersible Pumps

In his role as market segment manager of pumping equipment for Schneider Electric, one of SWPA member Jack Creamer’s jobs is to always keep...

Submersible Pumps Take it Easy on Their Owners

By SWPA Executive Director Adam Stolberg and Timothy Merkel, Metropolitan Industries Even as Industry 4.0 and AI are adopted across the board, part of the...

Setting Your Safety Standards and Maintenance Schedule

By SWPA Executive Director Adam Stolberg and Jeremy Drinkwine, SJE Inc. For wastewater applications, setting safety standards and a maintenance schedule are key components to...

2019 SWPA Pumping Systems & Controls Training Seminar

About the Program For over two decades, SWPA has been providing unmatched, one-of-a-kind educational programs giving attendees the opportunity to interact with dozens of SWPA...

Valves for Pumping Systems

Check valves, which prevent reverse flow when the pumps are not in use in a lift station, are an essential component in wastewater systems....