Whether you're growing grains or raising cattle, you need water. Unfortunately, it's often in short supply near Lethbridge and across Western Canada. That's where irrigation and watering systems come in.
Many components determine your system's efficiency, but the pump is at the heart of moving water from a source to where it's needed. Ideally, your pump will be efficient and allow for control, pressure management, and adaptability to various irrigation methods.
Wherever you are and for whatever you're using your watering system, the pump is a top consideration to ensure an appropriate and reliable water supply. To help you choose the best one for your irrigation or other agricultural watering system, we offer this comparative analysis of two popular pumps: Berkeley and Cornell.
Berkeley Pumps
Berkeley pumps are designed for optimal energy, performance efficiency, easy maintenance, and long life. They are well-built and durable even with heavy-duty use in harsh environments.
Berkeley pumps are versatile, have a range of models, and provide custom solutions throughout several sectors, including agriculture and industry.
Berkeley pumps can be used for irrigation, water transfer, fire protection, and more. They are available in submersible, centrifugal, and booster models.
Berkeley pumps are affordable and efficient. Their centrifugal pumps are particularly cost-effective and easy to install and maintain. Combined with their high energy efficiency, Berkeley pumps offer a balance between initial cost and ongoing expense.
Cornell Pumps
Like Berkeley pumps, Cornell pumps are highly efficient, durable, versatile, and used across various sectors, from agriculture to mining, wastewater treatment, and industry.
Cornell pumps have an innovative design that includes a double volute, external hydraulic balance line, Cycloseal® technology that removes solids and abrasives from the seal area, and a Run-Dry™ system that helps prevent damage. They also have an 89% hydraulic efficiency, which can result in thousands of dollars of savings in annual energy costs. Many consider this a fair exchange for the higher purchase price.
Cornell pumps' versatility allows them to be mounted in various ways, including close-coupled, SAE engine-mounted, horizontal, and vertical setups. Their line of specialized pumps extends from clear liquid pumps to cutter pumps, slurry pumps, hot oil pumps, and even food process pumps.
Cornell pumps are rebuildable and allow easy maintenance and an extended service life.
Cornell vs. Berkeley
As with anything, the choice of pump is up to you, but know that whichever pump you choose for your agricultural needs, DTR Services is here for you. We’ve been Lethbridge’s and Western Canada’s choice for comprehensive pump and motor sales, repair, and services for over 20 years.
Contact us today for high-quality products and excellent field service in Lethbridge and throughout Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Alberta.
Visit our website for an in-depth look at the quality of our pump services, testing, and repair, as well as the range of our products, which includes irrigation systems, control panels, and more.
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