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Troubleshooting Submersible Pump Failures

Common submersible pump problems range from simple fixes, such as a blown fuse, to more complicated issues with valves, seals, and other pump components. Other problems can be blamed on a mismatch between the selected pump and its location, use, or both. This guide to troubleshooting submersible well pumps will explain

Pumping Water From a Lake for Irrigation

Large 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

Manure Pump Solutions for Cattle & Livestock

(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

Slurry Pumps vs. Water Pumps

(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,

How to Select the Best Slurry Pump

As 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

Low Sump Pump Dewatering System Applications

Sumps 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

Products & Industries Overview

At 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.

GATOR PUMP Supports the Sustainment of Wetlands

Acre 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

GATOR Slurry PUMP for Manure Lagoon Management

Livestock 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

The GATOR 3-point PTO Canal Pump

GATOR Pump, Inc. introduces a 3-point hook up pto pump for canal and river bank pumping. Designed with the small utility tractor owner in mind, the 3-pt Canal Pump can be used for dewatering, pond aeration, flood irrigation, duck impoundments, and many other applications. The pump raises and lowers with standard tractor

Introducing the GATOR PUMP lightweight portable Cart Pump

Gator Pump introduces a portable, lightweight Cart Pump that can be hand loaded, wheeled and operated by just one person. Now you can take our same rugged GATOR Pump steel design in the back of your truck, van, or even the trunk of your car. Use the GATOR Cart Pump for any

Introducing the GATOR Center Pivot Irrigation Pump

GATOR Pump, Inc. Brownwood Texas, USA, leader in PTO powered centrifugal pumps, introduces a new pump designed for center pivot irrigation systems. Our agriculture customers requested a modification of our traditional GATOR trailer pump for surface water usage with their center pivot irrigation systems. After extensive consultation with Mark Ewing of Mark Ewing Pivot

HAITI Rice Farmers and GATOR PUMP

Rice farmers need lots of water to produce a crop. Irrigated rice receives about 40% of the world’s irrigation water and 30% of the world’s total developed freshwater resources. When there is no rain due to climate change, as we see now during El Niño years, farmers will suffer poor production and even

Pond De-Watering Solutions from GATOR PUMP

The environmental impact of mis-managed reservoirs comes under ever increasing scrutiny as environmental consequences gain prominence. The expansion of the Mining Industry and wet processing of ore has led to a corresponding growth in the number and size of reservoirs. A tailings dam is typically an earth-fill embankment dam used to

GATOR PUMP Waterfowl and Wetland Management

Watch this video and see our pump working in S. Carolina wetlands:

GATOR PUMP Vertical Pumping Solutions

GATOR PUMP, the long-time leader in reliable centrifugal trailer pumps, also solves vertical pumping problems. Our rugged solid steel design can be mounted in fixed or floating vertical applications with the same dependable performance our customers have enjoyed for nearly 40 years. Watch our video and see the GATOR Pump at

High Volume Water Pumps Helping Panama’s Rice Producers Battle El Niño

Changing weather patterns and unusually dry conditions are having a serious impact on rice and sugar cane production in Central America and El Niño year is certainly living up to its reputation. The continuing delay in rainfall will undoubtedly reduce the yield and quality of this year’s rice and sugar cane

Visit Gator Pump At The North American Manure Expo – July 14-15

GATOR PUMP will be at the North American Manure Expoin Chambersburg PA on July 14-15, 2015! Click Here to visit ManureExpo.org Stop by our booth and let us help you with your waste management and lagoon pumping solution! Let us know you are coming: call us at 1-800-735-9811. Come see our

GATOR Pump Launches New Website

After weeks of hard work, GATOR Pump is proud to announce the launch of our all new company website. We want our website to be a quick source of information for our customers whether you are using a home computer, a tablet or mobile phone. From performance curves and product information,

Contact GATOR Pump To Learn About Year End Specials

Contact GATOR Pump today and ask about our year end specials. Send us an email by visiting our contact page here. This is a limited time offer, so don't delay.

Great Video Of a GATOR Pump 16″ Tarpon In Action

This video below is a GATOR Pump 16" Tarpon in action. Contact us at (800) 735-9811 to learn more about our pump products.