Why Selwood is the leading pump supplier in the UK

14th June 2021

At Selwood, we’re proud to offer our customers the highest quality contractors pumps, supported worldwide by local distributors and outstanding levels of service. This commitment, and our exceptional people, make us the leading pump supplier in the UK.

We’re pump suppliers and manufacturers 

Did you know that Selwood is one of the only UK companies to manufacture pumps for both sales and hire?

Every pump we sell is designed by us to endure the rigours of rental, supported by decades of research, development and experience in the water, environmental and construction industries.

Our automatic self-priming system, Selprime, developed by Selwood’s in-house engineers, comes with any Selwood pump and features a water tolerant diaphragm air pump, rapid prime and re-prime, and is an environmentally friendly solution – with no oil vapour emissions or oil emulsification. It’s incredibly simple to maintain and repair, helping to make our pumps suitable for even the most demanding applications.

As both a manufacturer of pumps and the number one pump rental provider in the UK, it’s not a surprise our products are used around the globe.

Our pump range

Selwood customers can be assured of the quality, longevity and durability of each and every pump in our market-leading range, which includes solids handlingdrainerhigh headhydraulic submersible, and positive displacement pumps

In addition to providing our customers with an unrivalled selection of pumps, we also offer a full range of accessories and services to support all your pumping needs and ensure any project can be carried out as required. 

Our range of accessories includes drip trays, spill kits, fuel cubes with remote telemetry option, pedestrian and hose ramps, pipe stoppers, Selwood silt traps, settlement tanks and silt bags.

Pump spares are also readily available from our branches and worldwide distributors. Or you can purchase our recommended spares kits – with one and two-year options – so you have access to spares immediately, should you need them.

As a leading pump supplier we never settle for second best – and neither should you. This is what sets us apart from the rest.

Our exceptional people

Our UK teams and worldwide network of partners make us a renowned pump supplier. They provide exceptional customer service, specialist knowledge and technical expertise, backed by years of experience to give you the best service in the business.

When you buy or hire a pump from us, you’ll also benefit from site visits, installation and maintenance services. Whether it’s for a planned project or an emergency callout, we’ll be there 24/7, 365 days-a-year.

Our aftersales service means we can supply spares quickly, when and where you need them and you’ll experience peace of mind with our one-year warranty.

Above all we offer a truly bespoke service – we know that the requirements are different for each and every customer and work with you to provide the optimum solution for the job.

Our environmental impact

At Selwood, we are always working to minimise costs and come up with more sustainable solutions to reduce impact on the environment.

Just some of the ways we are achieving this include: 

HVO Fuel – we’re the first company in the UK to offer pumps that can be fuelled by vegetable oil, which can cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%! 

Stage V engines - Tougher restrictions on non-road machinery are coming at the end of the year. We are already manufacturing and supplying pumps that meet Stage V standards (Eco5) and can readily provide these to customers who need them.

We also supply the latest emissions-compliant engines to anywhere in the world. Years of global experience and our international distributor network make us sympathetic to territories with differing regulations. You can trust our local experts.

Read more about our environmental impact.

We’ve got the accreditations to prove it!

We’re one of the few companies within the UK to hold recognised standards in Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.

These standards cover every operation within the business and include the Quality Management System ISO 9001, Environmental Standard ISO 14001, ISO 45001, RISQS and Achilles UVDB.

As a top pump supplier, we’re also members of and accredited to some of the key organisations in our industry. We’re approved and accredited members of The Contractors Health & Safety SchemeConstruction Equipment Association and Constructiononline.

These are just some examples, and you can find a long list on our QSHE page.

Our pump solutions team are also trained in risk assessment and method statements (RAMS), IOSH managing safety, site installation safety training, manual handling operatives, water hygiene awareness, electrical sub-pump training and hydraulics and system design, along with a number of other training programmes both in house and run by 3rd parties. 

Visit our pump sales and rental pages to see our full range of pumps or get in touch with your local pump supplier.

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