Pumping System
Romtec Utilities
NPC-5
Romtec Utilities designed and supplied a stormwater pump station for Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital using Flygt submersible pumps and advanced control systems. Learn how this California-based hospital infrastructure project was designed, installed, and commissioned.
Reliable Stormwater Management for a California Hospital
Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California, required a new engineered pump system to manage medium flow of stormwater. Patient care and facility operations were top priorities to the project, as the hospital asked Romtec Utilities to create a site-specific solution.
Romtec Utilities had previously delivered two successful pump stations for the hospital, earning the confidence of the project engineer Stantec, who specified Romtec for this third installation.
The new system was modeled after an existing pump station on-site, ensuring consistency and proven performance.
Tierra Contracting, a local construction firm, was awarded the installation contract through a public bid process. Romtec Utilities sold the pump station directly to the contractor and provided on-site guidance throughout the installation process.
System Specifics
The pump station features:
- Duplex configuration of two 5-horsepower Flygt submersible pumps.
- Designed to handle 1,095 gallons per minute with a total dynamic head of 18 feet.
- Below-grade concrete vault housing pumps and level-sensing floats.
- Junction box connecting in-well electrical components to the control panel.
- USP AD-2000 auto-dialer alarm system for real-time issue alerts.
Comprehensive Services Provided by Romtec Utilities
Romtec Utilities delivered a turnkey solution, which included:
- Pump Station Design & Engineering
- Package Pump Station Supply
- Package Pump Station Manufacturing
- Package Pump Station Specifications
- On-Site Construction Adviser
- On-Site Start-Up Management
After installation, Romtec's start-up technician commissioned the system and trained hospital personnel on operations and maintenance procedure.
Local Infrastructure Impact
Romtec Utilities is committed to California infrastructure development, especially in critical facilities like hospitals. By providing stormwater management systems tailored to local needs, Romtec helps protect public health and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What type of pump station was installed at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital?
A duplex stormwater pump station using 5hp Flygt submersible pumps.
Who did Romtec Utilities work with on this project?
Stantec was the project engineer, while Tierra Contracting was the installing contractor. Hospital staff will continue operations and maintenance on the system and were trained by a Romtec Utilities start-up technician.
What is the flow capacity of the pump station?
The system handles 1,095 GPM with a TDH of 18 feet.
What kind of alarm system is included?
A USP AD-200 auto-dialer alarm system that notifies personnel of any operational issues.
Why should you trust Romtec Utilities with your next project?
Romtec Utilities is a trusted leader in engineered pump station solutions, offering turnkey design, manufacturing, and support for all water types. Romtec delivers reliable infrastructure tailored to your project's exact needs.
