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This article series began with a look at the four basic types of pumps that are used, and also described the two major components of a water system pump, the impeller and the diffuser. Now we look more closely at these two components to see how they can be manipulated to affect a pump’s performance.

This month’s column addresses industry updates, including a forecast about the international pump market, as well the release of new directories.

Firing an employee is any boss’ least favorite part of the job. These days, it also can be perilous both from a legal standpoint – and occasionally physically threatening as well. Yet, sooner or later, almost every employer finds it necessary to carry out this unpleasant duty.

When drilling an irrigation well or some other high-capacity well, proper sampling can make a huge difference in efficiency and total production.

A children’s toy creates an unlikely drill site.

In this series of articles, we will be referring to systems that move ground water from a well to its intended point of use – the types of systems likely to be encountered by well drillers and other ground water professionals. We’ll start with a look at the heart of any pumped water system, the pump.

This month’s column addresses recent industry events of interest.

Government employees are gobbling ever-larger amounts of taxpayer money.

Progressive drillers are looking beyond what they’ve been doing for years and seeking out new horizons.

This month’s article focuses on the portion of a submersible water system between the wellhead and the house. To put things in perspective, let’s think about what needs to happen in this area to make the system work …