Pumps

Skid sprayer pumps are an excellent component of a pesticide spray rig because they are superior at spreading insecticides across large areas with powerful pressure. However, a bad sprayer pump can sometimes cause a skid sprayer to be less effective or stop functioning completely.

Solutions Pest & Lawn offers five different types of pumps with varying models to suit any need, from perimeter spraying to termite pre-treatments. Read below to learn about the sprayer pump models we use for our stock model and customized pesticide spray rigs.

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Recommendations

We carry five different types of high-quality spraying rig pumps. Each pump has its unique advantages and functionality. What you choose will depend on your application needs:

Hypro diaphragm pumps are driven by a gasoline engine and can output up to 6 gallons per minute at 290 pounds of pressure. The pump is equipped with a pressure regulator and a pulsation dampener to minimize vibrations. This pump is great for turf spraying, termite control, and perimeter spray applications.

The Maruyama piston pump has three pistons and a built-in pressure regulator driven by a gasoline engine. It can produce up to 8 gallons per minute at up to 570 pounds of pressure. It is great for turf spraying, termite control, perimeter spraying, tree spraying, and herbicide application over large areas.

The Hypro 6500 Roller Pump is also driven by a gasoline engine and can produce 21 gallons per minute at 300 pounds of pressure. This cast iron pump is good for turf, perimeter, and shrub spraying.

The Shurflo Electric Pump is a battery-powered pump that can produce 1 to 6 gallons per minute. It is great for turf and perimeter spraying on a smaller scale than the other mentioned pumps. It is powered by a 12-volt battery (not included with the unit).

The Pumptec Electric Pump is also battery-powered and can spray 3 gallons per minute at 150 pounds of pressure. It is great for turf, perimeter, and shrub spraying. A 12-volt battery is required to operate this pump.

User Guide

Pumps can be gasoline-powered or battery-powered with a 12-volt battery. The gasoline-powered pumps are better for high-powered, large-scale applications than the battery-powered pumps, which are better for smaller jobs.

Electric-powered pumps have the advantage over gasoline-powered pumps because you don't have to worry about oil fuel or emissions.

Operating The Pump

Once the spray rig's engine has been started and is operating, set the pump's pressure output. Most pumps have a pressure regulator to control the production and where the pressure is going, either to the hose reel or the tank to agitate the spray chemical so the pesticide solution is well mixed.

Suppose you use a Solutions rig with a pump without an included pressure regulator. In that case, we install a pressure valve that can be adjusted to the spray pressure you desire just by turning the knob either clockwise or counterclockwise. You can see how much pressure is being used by checking the gauge.

Inspection and Maintenance

Depending on the pump you choose, maintenance tasks may vary. For gasoline-powered engines, you will have to monitor fluids for fuel and oil. For battery-powered engines, you won't have to worry about fuel so much, but you will have to check and clean your inline strainer regularly so there is no obstruction of flow to the pump itself.

Check your pump's owner's manual for detailed maintenance instructions to keep it in good condition for the long term.

Key Takeaways

• Skid sprayer pumps are an essential spraying rig component, as they control the amount of pressure that is released during spray applications.
• Solutions Pest & Lawn offers five different types of sprayer pumps. Two types are battery-powered, and three are gasoline-powered. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages.
• Regularly inspect and service your pump so it's properly working.