March 22 World Water Day

By dougbilliter  |  2012/03/22 09:53 Posted in Blue Angel Pumps, Save Water, Uncategorized, WAYNE Pumps, WAYNE Water Systems  |  Comments (0)

World Water Day is observed on March 22 every year.  This day is held to bring attention to the importance of the earth’s most precious natural resource.  Many take freshwater for granted but many cannot.  Think about how many things we do in our daily life that revolves around water, not just water for drinking but cleaning, food production, transportation, power generation, worship, recreation, fire fighting, the list goes on.  Twenty years ago World Water Day was proposed at the United Nation Conference on Environment and Development as they thought about the importance of water.  Below are some interesting facts you may not know as you keep water in mind today. Read More »

Keep Your Sump Pump Discharge Line From Freezing

By dougbilliter  |  2012/02/03 18:43 Posted in Prevent Water Damage, WAYNE Pumps  |  Comments (0)

A sump pump is a key piece of equipment in your home, making sure it is properly functioning is an utmost priority in home maintenance.  In the winter months it is important to make sure your discharge line does not freeze.  Check all connection points to make sure no leakage is present inside and out, if there is a leak this has the potential of freezing.  During warmer months a leak may not be noticeable unless you have standing water around the discharge line.  As temperatures drop down to the freezing range the discharge line could freeze and damage your sump pump.  A pump running and not lowering the water level in the basin may indicate a frozen discharge line.  If the discharge line is visible outside your home make sure water is flowing out of the pipe when the pump is running.  If the discharge line is below grade freezing may occur at the frost line.  If the discharge line drains to the ground make sure there is a sloping grade away from your home.  Water sitting close to a foundation may filter back and run into the drain line to your sump pump causing a repetitive pump cycle and shorten the life of your sump pump. 

For questions regarding your sump pump please visit the FAQ section at: http://waynepumps.com/index.cfm/page/askwayne

 

Has it been raining a lot lately?

By linda.kerdolff  |  2012/01/25 16:50 Posted in Prevent Water Damage, WAYNE Pumps  |  Comments (0)

short term rain outlook

Chances are, if you are located in the USA, you’ve seen rain this week. Check out this week’s short term rain outlook from NOAA.  Here at Wayne Water Systems we Read More »

The Holidays Are Over!

By deb.dils  |  2012/01/11 15:26 Posted in Prevent Water Damage, WAYNE Pumps  |  Comments (0)

The holidays are over and if you are like me, the clean up is the worst part.  Packing up the decorations, tearing down the tree, and lugging the boxes to the basement rank as one of the “humbug” chores associated with this holiday.  While you are putting the boxes away in the basement, take a few minutes to check your sump pump to make sure that it is clean and working properly.

Here are a few guidelines to follow:

1. Fill sump pit with water to make sure the pump is operating.

2. Check to insure pump is discharging water.

3. Make sure the intake of the pump is not clogged with any debris.

For additional information, visit our website @ www.waynepumps.com.

 

This Pump Made Quite the Splash

By linda.kerdolff  |  2011/12/14 18:25 Posted in WAYNE Pumps  |  Comments (0)

Do you read Handyman Magazine? Today’s online newsletter called HANDY TOOL BOX featured our WAYNE Auto On/Off Utility Pump. And, we are proud to have recieved a 100% approval rating from the 39 product testers who tried it out.

Tom Gerstenecker, Collinsville, IL: “A great pump that’s lightweight, has no
float to get in the way and pumps water down to about 1/2 in. deep.”

Matthew Paul, Des Moines, IA:
“It automatically shuts off, which eliminates the possibility that it will
burn up. I don’t have to constantly check on it; I know it will do the
job.”

check out Handyman Magazine

We’re back!

By linda.kerdolff  |  2011/12/06 12:22 Posted in Prevent Water Damage, Save Water, WAYNE Pumps  |  Comments (0)

Hi everyone,

We took a little hiatus from the blog, but now we’re happy to be back! We manufacture residential, worry-free, water handling systems. In this space, we’ll talk about keeping your basement dry, and storm preparation tips. We’ll share water well, and sewage system maintenance tips. We’ll talk about properly watering lawns, sizing the pump that’s right for your pool, removing unwanted water around your property and more. We’ll share product maintenance tip and answer any questions you have. So, join us in the conversation!

Doug Billiter Joins Blue Angel Pumps as Regional Sales Manager

By Maureen  |  2010/12/20 17:40 Posted in Blue Angel Pumps, WAYNE Water Systems  |  Comments (0)
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Doug Billiter Joins Blue Angel Pumps

Doug Billiter has joined Blue Angel Pumps as Regional Sales Manager with more than 20 years of experience in the water, wastewater and municipal/industrial marketplace.  Doug previously worked as a manufacturer’s representative providing pump and process equipment, assisting design professionals with selection, specification and installation of packaged systems and stand alone equipment.  He also provided start-up assistance and servicing of equipment.  Doug has represented many pump companies over the years and looks foward to assisting Blue Angel customers in his new role.  He is  member of  the American Rainwater Catchment System Association (ARCSA), the Water Environment Federation (WEF) and the Ohio Water Environment Association (OWEA).  Doug’s territory covers the South, Southwest and Midwest extending as far east as Pennsylvania.  He can be contacted at (513) 446-4391 (cell) and email: dbilliter@blueangelpumps.com.  Please welcome Doug to Blue Angel Pumps!

Blue Angel Energy Efficient Effluent Pump Debuts at ASPE Show

By Maureen  |  2010/11/05 17:03 Posted in Blue Angel Pumps, WAYNE Water Systems  |  Comments (0)

ASPE PHOTOBlue Angel’s new energy efficient 1/3 HP Effluent Pump was unveiled at the Engineered Plumbing Exposition, sponsored by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE), November 1 – 2, 2010 in Philadelphia, PA.  The high head pump, also available in a ½ HP unit, features an all cast iron housing and volute for superior durability and long-term performance.  Pumping 65 GPM at five feet, the pump also features a hermetically sealed motor housing, carbon/ceramic shaft seals and upper and lower sealed roller bearings for continuous, reliable performance.  The discharge nozzle can handle up to ½ inch solids.

With energy savings top of mind for plumbing contractors and their customers, the new 1/3 HP Effluent Pump features a high efficiency motor, with 3300 RPMs at 3.8 amps for optimal energy performance.  A top suctioning design also filters debris and minimizes clogging.

According to Steve Brown, Regional Sales Manager, Blue Angel Pumps, “The ASPE show had great traffic and the Effluent Pump received many positive reviews.  There is also excitement about our new focus on energy efficient product lines.” For more information about the new pump, stay tuned for upcoming details on www.blueangelpumps.com.

WAYNE Pumps Live on Morning News Shows Oct. 19th

By Maureen  |  2010/10/18 16:59 Posted in WAYNE Pumps, WAYNE Water Systems  |  Comments (0)
Home Improvement expert Jodi Marks shows off WAYNE energy efficient sump pumpTo celebrate October as “Energy Awareness Month,” WAYNE Pumps was featured on a series of live radio and television morning shows on Tuesday, October 19 from 6 a.m. – 11:40 a.m.  The special news feature on energy-efficient products was hosted by noted home improvement expert and TV personality Jodi Marks.  The segments aired on National USA Radio, New York City, Boston and St. Louis radio stations.  Live TV newscasts included The Daily Buzz, a morning news feed in 166 markets; ABC, NBC and CBS affiliates in Wisconsin, Indianapolis, Idaho,  New York State, Colorado, California, Nevada, Atlanta, Toledo, OH and Florida.  The WAYNE Energy Efficient Sump Pump with Vertical Float Switch was featured along with major manufacturers such as Bosch washer/dryers, LG Electronics refrigerators, Mitsubishi’s Electric ductless HVAC system and Moen Faucets.  For more information on energy saving appliances from the newscast and to view the podcast version visit: http://www.moreaboutthat.info/464/

WAYNE Pumps Featured on WEtv Network

By Maureen  |  2010/09/29 15:52 Posted in Prevent Water Damage, WAYNE Pumps, WAYNE Water Systems  |  Comments (0)

WAYNE Pumps Silent and Energy Saving Pump Systems Featured on WEtv Network Oct 31, Nov 1 and Nov 12, 2010

The Women’s Entertainment Network (WEtv) taped a segment highlighting WAYNE’s Silent Sump Pump System and the Automatic Green Utility Pump with expertise from Charles Murphy, Director of Business Development for WAYNE Pumps. The show will air on WEtv in November 2010 in a special show entitled Designing Spaces/Think Green. In the segment, Charles walks the host, Jon Osbeck, through WAYNE Pumps’ innovative “layers of protection” designed to protect homeowners’ #1 investment – their home.

Jonathan Stansberry, manufacturing engineer for WAYNE Pumps and wife Erika offered up their home and basement for the show’s demonstrations of “live” flooding!  This set the scene for the Automatic Utility Pump with iSwitch technology, an energy saving utility pump that turns on automatically when it senses water. The Silent Sump Pump system with wireless alarm was then easily installed on-camera, as Charles explained its quiet operation.

WEtv. is dedicated to women’s programming.  Designing Spaces/Think Green will air at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31, Monday,  November 1 and Friday, November 12, 2010, so be sure to tune in!

Charles Murphy is interviewed on Designing Spaces

Charles Murphy is interviewed on Designing Spaces