How to Select An Agricultural Irrigation Water Pump
July 26, 2024Across the globe, over 70% of freshwater is used for agricultural and irrigation purposes. With all those gallons of water, most of these systems need a dependable pump to work well. Choosing the right pump is vital for your irrigation system. When selecting an agricultural or irrigation pump to utilize, one must consider the water
Read MoreWhat is Power Take-Off (PTO)?
May 10, 2024Power take-off (PTO) offers a convenient way to transfer an engine's mechanical power to another piece of equipment. Commonly connected to large vehicles like trucks, tractors, and harvesters, PTO components can power accessories like mowers, compressors, and especially water and slurry pumps. PTO water pumps harness the power of a vehicle's engine to effectively handle
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Pumping Water From a Lake for Irrigation
January 9, 2023Large bodies of water require management. Storms and hurricanes can cause ponds, lakes, or canals to flood and damage the surrounding community. Periods of drought can also cause harm to communities by killing vegetation and contributing to soil erosion. In both of these situations, using a specially developed pump to irrigate a body of water
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Manure Pump Solutions for Cattle & Livestock
October 31, 2022(Click to Enlarge) Unlike inorganic fertilizers, cow manure is a natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer that helps grass and other crops grow. Manure management is how farmers collect, store, treat, and apply manure, and this process has vital implications for the environment. Most farmers will either spread manure directly onto land, make a manure slurry to apply
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Slurry Pumps vs. Water Pumps
October 31, 2022(Click to Enlarge) Water pumps are the most common pump variety, with the capability to transport water that's free of oils, large contaminants, and suspended solids. When you need to move slurries from wastewater or production sites, however, you'll need a more robust tool. Slurry pumps, also known as sludge pumps, are specially built to
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How to Select the Best Slurry Pump
October 31, 2022As an industry leader in pump manufacturing, the in-house team at GATOR Pump, Inc. produces high-quality trailer pumps, hydraulic pumps, vertical pumps, floating pumps, and more. We specialize in customized, efficient, and affordable pump solutions for effectively transporting water, slurries, sludge, and other various heavy solids in the most difficult and remote operating locations. Our
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Low Sump Pump Dewatering System Applications
October 31, 2022Sumps collect water and contaminates to control surface-level runoff, allowing for more efficient collection and disposal. While different systems may use different dewatering — or water removal — processes, using an installed sump pumping dewatering is one of the most popular options. Sump pumps move collected water from the sump's pit once its valves sense
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Products & Industries Overview
November 16, 2020At GATOR Pump Inc., we offer a wide variety of industrial pumps for clients spanning industries, geographies, and applications, including: Agricultural Mining & Construction Wetland & Waterfowl Management Flood Control & Drainage Sludge, Slurry, and Manure Waste Management Oilfield Refinery Energy To have your project quotes, please submit a request here.
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GATOR PUMP Supports the Sustainment of Wetlands
May 3, 2019Acre for acre, marshes are among the most productive ecosystems on the planet. They form a natural infrastructure to filter nitrogen and phosphorus from the water, provide a fish and wildlife habitat, store carbon, and protect shorelines against storm surges. If wetlands are lost, the cost of replacing them can be extremely expensive. A
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GATOR Slurry PUMP for Manure Lagoon Management
May 3, 2019Livestock and poultry manure can reduce the expense of commercial fertilizers and provide valuable organic material and nutrients for crop and pasture growth. Land application is the most common, and usually most desirable method of utilizing manure because of the value of the nutrients and organic matter. Proper manure management improves water quality by preventing
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