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In stormwater planning, pumps are your last line of defense. Rapid response and resilience in the face of extreme environments is critical - whether it's your work site, farm or regional district.
Prime Fluid Management has partnered with Dutch suppliers Bosman Watermanagement and BBA Pumps to tailor flood protection technology for New Zealand's changing climate. We work with Councils, consultants and civil contractors to deliver solutions that stand up to environmental and economic scrutiny.
From fish-friendly design to increased resilience and reduced carbon footprint, our goal is to deliver better outcomes with lower impact for New Zealand communities.
BBA Pumps is a manufacturer of portable pumps, piping systems and smart logistic solutions. Their BA Series auto-prime pumps span smaller multi-use drainage pumps to large-scale surface-mounted flood control. Even at scale, portability and footprint are key considerations..
The Vision Pump is a modular, fish-friendly mixed-flow pump designed to safely transport aquatic life while delivering high-capacity performance in both new and existing pumping stations.
Key features:
The Bosman Vision Series are compact, low noise, low footprint submersible draining and irrigation pumps that perform at range, with limited impact on aquatic life and waterways.
The BA400 D540 is a relocatable auto-priming centrifugal pump used for flood control or large-scale emergency response. EPA Tier 4 Volvo Penta diesel engine, 85% efficiency at BEP. Four-year BBA Limited Factory Warranty.
Producing 37psi and with a favourable NPSHr curve, the BA500g D675 flood control pump will discharge water over long distances through extended pipelines. It is suited to dredging, land reclamation and surface-mounted flood control. Four-year BBA Limited Factory Warranty.
The BA600 D743 is ideal for tackling high water during heavy rain events and flooding. It is quiet and features exterior lighting, lifting features and automatic levelling. Efficiency is 88% BEP. Four-year BBA limited factory warranty.
The largest in BBA’s mobile flood control series, the BA700 D810 will shift 7,800m3/hr. Careful attention has been paid to mobility, even at this capacity. Pump efficiency is 85% BEP. Four-year BBA Limited Factory Warranty.
Here are some examples of our solutions being used.
At Prime Fluid Management, we understand that every fluid management challenge brings unique considerations. Here, you’ll find clear, practical answers and expert guidance to help you maximise uptime, achieve regulatory compliance, extend equipment life, and implement the most effective solution for your site.
It depends on the fluid, temperature, viscosity, and how the tank and pipework are laid out. A flooded suction setup is usually the most stable option for consistent performance, especially with higher viscosity oils, because the pump is always supplied with product.
If the pump needs to draw from a lower level or from a longer suction line, suction lift and self priming capability become important. However, the setup needs to be sized correctly to avoid issues like poor priming, air ingress, or cavitation. If you share your suction conditions and duty point, we can recommend a pump type and configuration that suits the installation.
For fuel and oil applications, reliability often comes down to protecting the pump from pressure spikes and contamination, and selecting the right sealing arrangement. Depending on the pump type and duty, options can include an internal relief or bypass valve to protect against dead heading, and an inline suction strainer to reduce the risk of damage from debris.
Seal selection also matters for demanding services, with configurations such as double mechanical seals used on certain duties where additional containment or reliability is required. We can guide you on what features make sense based on the product, operating conditions, and site requirements.
To specify the right fuel transfer pump for a New Zealand site, we typically need the fuel type, required flow rate, temperature, and viscosity, along with suction conditions such as flooded suction or suction lift.
Once we have those details, we can confirm the most suitable pump type and configuration for your application – including options for heavier fuels where viscosity is higher.