While the days of pandemic panic buying may be behind us, there’s a lingering side-effect of the infamous toilet paper shortages: non-flushable materials are still clogging pipes and sanitary sewer systems around the country.
Since the onset of COVID-19, wastewater services have reported more frequent pump clogging due to an influx of sanitary wipes and other waste that can’t be broken down properly. These blockages, called “fatbergs” are proving to be a costly problem. According to the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, U.S. municipalities spend at least $1 billion annually on maintenance to remove clogs. That’s not to mention the fact that other industries, such as construction, also deal with the effects of blocked pipes and pumps caused by foreign materials in sewer systems and waterways.
So, what can you do to protect your valuable pumps? Meet the Hunnebucket inline strainer!
The Wolf Creek Hunnebucket: Don’t Pump without Protection!
Dealing with clogged and damaged pumps isn’t just frustrating; it can be dangerous and expensive. If unwanted substances aren’t screened and removed, it can lead to sewer system shut-downs and wastewater overflows. In the construction industry, blocked pumps due to large rocks, metal, and other debris can damage pipes down the line and bring urgent jobs grinding to a halt.
Be proactive in protecting your pumps with Wolf Creek’s Hunnebucket inline strainer! We custom-designed and fabricated the Hunnebucket with our customers’ needs in mind, helping them ensure their pumps are operating efficiently while minimizing the damage caused by taking in solid foreign materials.
Here’s what you can expect from the Hunnebucket:
Effective Basket/Screen to Capture Unwanted Substances
Wolf Creek’s Hunnebucket inline suction strainer features a large basket/screen to capture and collect unwanted solids as fluid flows into the pump. Available in 6, 8, and 12-inch sizes with reinforced strainer bars, the Hunnebucket is capable of handling the toughest jobs — especially during the COVID-induced spike in sewer clogs.
Our customers have trapped and removed all kinds of strange substances from their systems using the Hunnebucket, from non-flushable wipes and hygiene products to face masks, gloves, clothing, rags, trash, large rocks and metal, and even dead animals. If you don’t want these harmful materials in your lines, you need the Hunnebucket!
Viewport for Easy Visual Inspections
The Hunnebucket was specifically designed to take the hassle and guesswork out of checking and emptying pump inline strainers. Simply remove the cap on the top-facing viewport to visually inspect the basket for unwanted materials. When it’s time to empty, the Hunnebucket’s notched lid makes it easy!
Durable Design
Fabricated from high-tensile strength steel and galvanized for longevity, the Hunnebucket is the inline strainer you can count on time after time, job after job. We manufacture our Hunnebuckets in-house and keep a large stock at all times, providing unmatched turnaround to help prevent costly delays.
Low Investment Cost
We like to call the Hunnebucket an insurance policy for our customers’ pumping systems, protecting expensive pumps and other equipment against wear and tear from undesired substances in the lines. For a low investment cost, you can prevent downtime, reduce maintenance, protect downstream systems and improve the final product quality. We’re confident that you’ll find the peace of mind priceless!
Ready to Protect Your Pumps?
Don’t wait for the next big clog to wreak havoc on your valuable pump and temporary piping systems. Take action now to protect your pumps with the Hunnebucket!
In addition to our selection of pump strainers, Wolf Creek is proud to offer one of the largest inventories of true Genuine Bauer pipe fittings in North America, as well as steel and HDPE pipe, pipe racks and storage systems, and innovative support tools. We’re all about making your life easier with a great product selection, industry expertise, and fast turnaround to help your projects stay on time and on budget.
Check out our catalog of portable piping products, or contact us today with any questions. We’re standing by ready to help!