Solinst Canada Ltd. has introduced the Model 415 12V Submersible Pump, a compact new addition to its groundwater samplers product line. The Model 415 is designed for purging and obtaining groundwater samples from 2-inch OD monitoring wells.

In a release, the company calls the pump and companion controller lightweight, portable, and easy to set up, deploy and operate. It says the pump’s sleek, short design allow it to fit easily down wells, even ones that may not be straight.

Solinst says the pump connects to the company’s 12V Pump Controller, which in turn clips to a 12V power source like a 60-amp AGM battery or higher, or a car, truck or marine battery. Adjusting the dial on the controller increases the voltage to the controller, which turns the pump’s motor faster and increases the flow rate. The company says the pump is capable of pumping groundwater from 120 feet (36.5 meters) below ground surface, with flow rates up to 3.6 U.S. gpm (13.5 L/min) in shallow conditions. Users can adjust the flow rate using the controller dial.

The release calls the pump ideal for sampling using three-volume purge protocols or performing constant-head tests in high-K (hydraulic conductivity environments). Users can thread an optional in-line disposable filter onto the pump’s intake for use in environments with high suspended solids. The company adds that users can save time and reduce sampling costs by connecting a Model 800M Mini Packer to the 12V Submersible Pump's intake. This can isolate sampling zones and minimize purge volumes.

Solinst Canada Ltd. has served clients in the groundwater and surface monitoring sectors for more than 40 years. The company offers a range of loggers, peristaltic pumps, samplers and other equipment for hydrogeologists, hydrologists and other water professionals. For more information, visit www.solinst.com.

“It’s our people, their commitment to the industry and their willingness to do the hard work necessary that has driven our success,” he says. “I would like to specifically acknowledge Mo Rainey for his dedicated sales and marketing leadership over the past 25 years and my son, Robert Engeman III, for the strategic contributions he has made in operations as well as his ongoing commitment to Simmons and our team.”

In a release, the Boshart Group acknowledge that acquiring a business is about more than bricks and mortar. It is a celebration of the people, history, and culture that have built the company and an opportunity to work together to embrace future possibilities.

“The addition of Simmons to our group further demonstrates our commitment to partnering with family businesses with a strong customer service focus,” says Gary Boshart, founder and chair of The Boshart Group. “I am very proud that we are continuing to strengthen our investment in the water well industry in North America, setting the stage for tremendous growth and development in the future. The next season is guaranteed to be an exciting one for everyone involved in this generational journey.”

Jeremy Kuepfer adds that Bob Engeman Jr., Mo Rainey and Robert Engeman III will continue in leadership roles with the company. Additionally, West Soward will join the team as president of Simmons.

The Boshart Group serves industries including water well, plumbing and HVAC. For more information, visit boshartgroup.com.

The Boshart Group has announced the acquisition of Georgia-based water well supplies provider Simmons Manufacturing. In a release, Boshart Group CEO Jeremy Kuepfer and his team thanked the Engeman family, which has run Simmons since its founding in 1957.

Robert “Bob” Engeman Jr., who took over the company from his father, credits his team for Simmons’ success.