Well Point Pump

 Everything You Need To Know About Well Point Pumping

A well point is a piece of pipe that has a large enough opening to allow water to flow in and a small enough opening to hold the water-bearing formation in place. There are a variety of well points available in the market, with PVC well points and PVC well screens being extensively used.



Well points are generally found in residential areas or used in irrigation or water systems as they are most functional with sand or light gravel. These are most extensively used by people in rural areas or living in country homes who require their personal primary or secondary water supply. The depth of the soil that the well point needs to pass through determines which pump among jet pumps or hand pumps, need to be used. After fixing the pump, the well point is driven into the ground, passing the soil and clay until it reaches the underground water containing gravel or sand.


Well points are constructed according to the requirements of the household or cultivated land. While selecting the optimum well point size, it is essential to determine the granular size of the sand in which it will work. Typically a well point screen uses a 60 gauge for coarse sand, 80 gauge for medium and 100 gauge for fine sand.


In appropriate conditions, a well point system can be installed in no time and can start operations immediately. Operating a well point system doesn’t require any expertise, however, it is important to have a trained professional plan and supervise the work to ensure optimum installation. The professional will evaluate the changes in ground conditions and make respective decisions to place the well point pump in the right place.


Well points can be installed speedily to deal with troubles spots in the ground that can affect the foundation of construction or the excavation site. A continuous supply of clean water is needed for the efficient placing of all types of well points, irrespective of the installation technique. These are especially useful for shallow depth excavations where the pumping period is expected to be short.


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