Lakes job a splash for PPE

An over pumping project in Penrith, in the Lake District, was recently successfully completed by Performance Pumps & Equipment (PPE) in conjunction with Grisedale Contractors www.grisedalecontractors.com on behalf of United Utilities, The Environment Agency and Penrith County Council.

The project required over pumping to two rising mains of 450mm and 525mm diameters. The mains, which cross the river Eamont, have triple SI protection, which means that any contamination from fuel or sewage would be a serious breach of Environment Agency policy. The water treatment works is 0.5 kilometres over a field with limited access.

The work involved installing a 300mm flanged steel pipe bridge to cross the River Eamont 0.5 Kilometres of 300mm galvanised steel pipes and 4 X 200mm diesel engine fully bunded water pumps. 2 pumps acting as duty pumps and 2 pumps acting as standby units in case of any pump failures.

Ronnie Mc Millan, spokesperson for Grisedale Contractors said: “Service was the critical issue for all parties involved, we needed to feel comfortable that there would be no issues and that the over pumping project would be handled in a professional and efficient way. We have used PPE on a growing number of jobs as they consistently and efficiently complete the task in hand. I am sure we will continue to build on our relationship and would recommend PPE to any contractor.”

First job for S&D services Somerset

Performance Pumps & Equipment (PPE) has recently completed its first job for S&D services www.sanddservices.co.uk based in Somerset. The project, which was for Westland Helicopters, involved assisting S&D Services with the cleaning of an oil water separator. For the job PPE recommended using a Pioneer 8” pump and two 4” SPP pumps, which were delivered in a timely manner on site and installed by the experienced PPE operations team with training provided on how to operate them.

Steve Sampson, managing director of S&D Services commented: “This was not the first time we have cleaned this substantial oil water separator. However previously we have had problems with the over pumping and temporary interceptors.” He added: “Following a brief conversation and site meeting with the PPE team to explain our requirements, it was left to PPE, as I was convinced we had found the right people to do the job this time. I was proved correct. All we had to do was turn on the switch and occasionally top up the diesel. PPE delivered an excellent service on all fronts.”

PPE signs contract to supply Vetter products

Performance Pump & Equipment are delighted to announce that the company has signed a deal with Clan Tools Ltd to supply the latest range of Vetter products. John Bell of Clan Tools & Plant Ltd commented, “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Performance Pumps & Equipment. We have known a lot of the staff for many years and understand that they have a wealth of knowledge within the sector.” Dave Berry commented, “We look forward to being able to provide our customers throughout the UK with Vetter’s market leading products and solutions.”

PPE sponsors leading rugby league star

Performance Pump & Equipment (PPE) one of the UK’s leading independent pump hire and sales specialists has once again proudly sponsored England International and Wigan Warriors Captain and Loose Forward Sean O’Loughlin, this is the third season that PPE has sponsored one of England’s leading professional rugby league players.

Sean optimises all that is good about Rugby League having made over 250 appearances for his club. Next year will see him earn a testimonial at only 29. His all action style, tough tackling defence and ability to strike hard in attack is very much akin to the attributes of PPE in that we always strive to do our utmost for our customers.

PPE success leads to expansion

Performance Pump & Equipment one, of the UK’s leading independent pump hire and sales specialists with depots in Wigan, Iver and Bridgwater is pleased to announce that due to continuing success it has recently re-located to larger a facility.

The new larger premises means that the company now carries an increased variety of pumps ranging from 2" to 12" bores, in both diesel and electric versions, along with wellpoint dewatering.

PPE which is based in Wigan provides a nationwide service to companies across a wide range of sectors including construction, civil engineering, water utilities, mining & quarrying, waste & landfill, industrial & petro-chemical.