Determine whether your sprinkler pump needs a booster pump

Booster pumps work in much the same way as multi-stage centrifugal pumps in that booster pumps increase the water pressure along the irrigation route. To find the right amount of pressure needed, you subtract the desired pressure from the actual pressure. If the pressure shows in PSI, you need to multiply by 2.31 to find the pressure in feet head.

I recommend: Look at the benefit of a booster pump. Davey Pumps Inc specializes in Pressure Booster Systems designed for boosting pressure in irrigation water pumps. Talk to the experts at Akland Pump and Irrigation. Irrigation-Mart offers a complete line of products.

Choose diesel powered irrigation pumps

Diesel powered pumps work well as pumps for irrigation in areas with limited electricity. Most diesel pumps are designed for fuel economy while maintaining optimal performance.

I recommend: Work with a company that offers several brands of diesel pumps. Mid-Atlantic Irrigation carries several brands or diesel pumps including John Deere, Perkins, Isuzu and Deutz.

Use an electric powered water pump for irrigation

Irrigation pump suppliers generally offer diesel and electric irrigation pumps. With the price of fuel continually increasing, many people prefer to use an electric pump. Electrical irrigation pumps reduce the costs associated with fuel.

I recommend: Use a company that understands irrigation systems. Berkeley’s product catalog offers several types of irrigation pumps. If you have a question, ask the Pump Experts.