University of Essex CCTV Drain Investigation

At Willow Pumps, we recognize that every project presents its own unique set of challenges. When the surface water pumping station at the University of Essex started malfunctioning, the client needed an immediate solution.

With a collapsed rising main suspected as the root cause, our team was called in to conduct a comprehensive CCTV survey, locate the discharge point, and determine the direction of the large bore pipe run. What followed was a meticulous investigation to ensure the issue was properly addressed, with minimal disruption to the operation.

This surface water pumping station was not working properly. The suspected cause was that the rising main had collapsed. The client needed us to carry out a CCTV survey to investigate, to locate the discharge point into the surface water drainage run and determine the direction of the large bore pipe run and the position of its discharge point.

Initially the CCTV survey of the rising main could not be completed as the line was full of shingle. Our engineers decided to jet the line. An attempt to survey the large bore surface water pipe upstream and downstream was disrupted by heavy roots. This meant more work would be required, so an updated estimate was submitted to the client for full transparency. We also faced the challenge of having to take all the equipment off road to reach the site.

Following the CCTV survey, civils works were carried out on the collapsed rising main and the station was successfully put back into operational use. The client was happy that we had been able to both identify the issues with the rising main and carry out the necessary repairs quickly and efficiently.

If you’re facing complex water management challenges, Willow Pumps has the expertise to help. Whether it’s a CCTV survey, system repairs, or a complete overhaul, our skilled team delivers fast, reliable solutions. Contact us today to discuss how we can support your project with efficiency and precision.