2024 - Volume #48, Issue #6, Page #27
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Pump Moves Massive Amounts Of Water
To achieve this, they developed a specialized system to quickly move water for irrigation, filling reservoirs, draining farmland, and flooding duck ponds and marshes.
Water Hog’s primary pump features a 24-in. inlet and a 30-in. outlet. Variable lengths of ductile iron pipes are lifted and bolted together to reach the water source. A 45-degree pump elbow reduces friction and resistance that occurs with 90-degree turns. Water is lifted at a 23-degree angle for ease of flow and less gravity resistance.
“Usually, we use a standard 22 ft. of piping for most farms and operations, but we can make longer lengths, if necessary,” says Water Hog Operations Manager Aaron Winfrey. “The longest we’ve made is 30 ft., but the standard works for most farms and duck ponds.”
The pump is powered by a diesel engine ranging in size from 250 to 350 hp., depending on the need. Above-water greaseless bearings are installed for long-lasting performance.
“It moves a lot of water,” Winfrey says. “Depending on the situation and the engine rpm, it can pump anywhere from 15,000 to 40,000 gpm.”
The pumping system is available throughout North America and is sold directly from Arkansas.
“It’s not cheaply made,” Winfrey says. “Everything is manufactured in the U.S. and is of exceptional quality. We at Water Hog will oversee the installation and make sure it operates properly.”
The pumping system, including the pump, discharge and accessories, costs between $85,000 and $177,000, depending on pipe lengths and other options.
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Water Hog Inc., 2118 SW Broad St., Hoxie, Ark. 72433 (ph 870-886-7013; waterhoginc@outlook.com; www.waterhog.net).
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