The construction of the Screen Chamber Project at the Savanna Pump Station is complete, improving reliability and efficiency.

Before the upgrade, the pump station experienced frequent breakdowns due to foreign materials, including rags, stones, wood, and metal, entering the sump and damaging the pumps. The project commenced in October 2025 and was completed in February.

According to Midvaal Local Municipality (MLM), this led to operational disruptions, increased maintenance costs, reduced pumping efficiency, and higher demand for regular maintenance by contractors.

To address these challenges, MLM approved the installation of the Screen Chamber as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure.

“The completion of the screen chamber will significantly reduce the entry of debris into the pumps, improving system reliability and overall performance. It will also reduce maintenance costs, prevent sewer overflows, and extend the lifespan of the pumping equipment.”

Furthermore, sump cleaning will now be more efficient and manageable. The facility is now equipped with a manual screening system, with provision made for future upgrades to a mechanical screening system as part of ongoing infrastructure improvements.

MLM believes the project reaffirms its commitment to maintaining critical infrastructure, improving the effective management of wastewater systems, and protecting the health and well-being of residents.