Water Booster Stations

OEI has a long list of water storage and booster station projects, all of which were designed for ease of operation and reliable service. At OEI we try to stay on the leading edge of technology with regard to our design.

One way we accomplish this is by using variable frequency drives (VFDs) on our booster pump motors. VFDs are controlled by the pressure on the downstream side of the pump. As the pressure increases or decreases, the speed of the pump varies, thereby maintaining a constant pressure on the system. These types of booster stations are rapidly replacing the old hydrostatic pressure tanks.

By using the VFDs, the life of the pump and motor are extended. The VFDs eliminate the full load start of the traditional pump by allowing the motor to ramp up to the desired speed. They also eliminate water hammer by allowing soft starts and stops of the pump motor.

If your city has a booster pump station project in the future, give us a call, and we will be happy to discuss the option of using VFDs.

Several projects OEI has completed using VFDs include:

• City of Idalou Water System Improvements
• City of Hereford Northwest Booster Station
• City of Tulia I-27 Water Improvements