There’s an unspoken rule in municipal infrastructure: If nobody is talking about the sewers, you’re doing a great job. But behind that seamless “out of sight, out of mind” service is a sophisticated layer of technology working in the muck to prevent the kind of headlines no city manager wants to read. At the heart of this modern reliability are products like PumpLogix Plus Pump Station Controller from Smith & Loveless.
A sewer lift station is a harsh, unforgiving environment. Pumps face everything from corrosive gases to the infamous “flushable” wipes that are anything but. The PumpLogix Plus serves as the localized “brain,” transforming a standard pump station into an intelligent, data-driven asset.
Unlike basic float-switch systems that simply kick a motor over when the water gets high, the PumpLogix Plus utilizes advanced level-sensing logic. Whether using ultrasonic transducers or submersible pressure transducers, it provides precise, real-time data on wet well levels. This precision allows maintenance teams to optimize pump-down cycles, ensuring the station operates at peak hydraulic efficiency.
It features a touchscreen LCD graphical interface mounted on the panel front, providing convenient access to intuitive navigation, built-in help screens and real-time system visibility. The controller includes built-in input and output capacity that supports two- or three-pump configurations without requiring costly customization. Standard functionality includes four relay outputs for pump control and station alarms, along with a level transducer and backup float capability, delivering a complete and reliable control package.
To improve operational awareness, it displays an approximate wet well level in real time through a wet well level simulation, allowing operators to better understand station conditions at a glance. The controller also has the ability to control variable-frequency drives, enabling speed referencing based on wet well levels to support more efficient and responsive pump operation.
Rated NEMA 4/4X, PumpLogix Plus meets industry standards for lift station electrical panels and is built for dependable performance in demanding wastewater and stormwater environments. The controller is also compatible with S&L RemoteView, allowing operators to remotely monitor system performance and troubleshoot pump stations without being onsite, further reducing downtime and maintenance effort. It supports safer pump station operation by simplifying access to controls and supporting aboveground system configurations.
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