Is your diesel pump costing you money?
Summary
Tests of irrigation pumps across NSW commonly show that many are not performing adequately and that this is usually due to incorrect pump selection or wear.
Poor pump performance results in increased pumping costs, and possibly also reduced productivity because the pump is not delivering the correct amount of water to the crop.
Testing your pump for water delivery and energy efficiency will show if it is performing properly.
This Primefact describes simple methods to work out your pumping costs and the efficiency of your diesel-powered pump.
Topics include:
- Pump efficiency
- Test procedure
- What is the pumping cost?
- How efficiently is the pump operating?
- Other factors that affect cost and pump efficiency
