Goulds Pumps

Goulds Water Technology is a manufacturer of residential, commercial, and agricultural water pumps and pumping systems, operating as a brand of Xylem Inc. Goulds Water Technology traces its origins to 1848, when Seabury S. Gould purchased a pump manufacturing business in Seneca Falls, New York, where the brand continues to operate engineering and assembly operations today. Goulds Water Technology manufactures centrifugal pumps, submersible well pumps, jet pumps, pressure boosting systems, turbine pumps, and wastewater and drainage pump packages. Products are engineered, assembled, and tested in the United States. Plumbers, well drillers, irrigation contractors, and mechanical engineers specify Goulds Water Technology where pump performance, parts availability, and over 175 years of manufacturing continuity are critical to the installation.

Goulds Water Technology Product Lines

Submersible Well Pumps and Motors

Goulds Water Technology submersible well pumps are designed for installation inside the well casing, providing efficient water delivery from drilled wells in residential, agricultural, and light commercial applications. Submersible pumps from Goulds are available in 4" submersible configurations to fit standard well casing sizes and in multiple horsepower and GPM ratings to match the yield and demand of the well and connected system. Goulds submersible pump motors are engineered and assembled in the United States. For applications requiring lineshaft turbine configurations in larger-diameter wells, Goulds Water Technology also offers lineshaft turbine pump products. The submersible well pump line is the standard choice for residential drilled wells with depths requiring a pump below the static water level.

Jet Pumps

Goulds Water Technology jet pumps serve shallow-well and convertible well applications where a surface-mounted pump is specified. Shallow-well jet pumps are appropriate for wells with a static water level within 25 feet of the surface; convertible jet pumps can be configured for either shallow or deep well service by changing the ejector configuration. Jet pumps from Goulds are designed for residential and light commercial water supply from drilled wells, dug wells, and surface water sources. Where a submersible pump requires installation inside the casing, a Goulds jet pump installs above grade and can be serviced without pulling the pump from the well. Jet pumps are typically used in regions with shallower water tables where submersible installation isn't required.

Centrifugal Pumps and Pressure Boosting Systems

Goulds Water Technology centrifugal pumps serve residential and commercial water transfer, irrigation, pressure boosting, and system circulation applications. The Goulds centrifugal pump line includes end-suction, self-priming, and multi-stage configurations to match specific head and flow requirements. The Goulds AquaCase pressure boosting system adds Wi-Fi connectivity and automatic pressure management for residential and commercial boosting applications. Pressure boosting systems from Goulds Water Technology are designed for buildings where municipal water pressure is insufficient for upper-floor or high-demand applications. The centrifugal pump line differs from the jet pump line in that centrifugal pumps require a primed suction line at startup; jet pumps can self-prime within their rated lift capacity.

Sump, Effluent, and Sewage Pumps

Goulds Water Technology sump, effluent, and sewage pump packages address below-grade water removal in residential basements, crawl spaces, and commercial drainage applications. Sump pumps from Goulds remove groundwater infiltration from basement sumps to prevent flooding. Effluent pumps serve below-grade septic system dosing and gray water transfer applications. Sewage pumps from Goulds handle solids-laden wastewater in applications where gravity drainage to a sewer or septic system isn't practical. The wastewater and drainage pump line differs from the well pump and centrifugal lines in that sewage and effluent pumps are rated for solids handling and chemical resistance in addition to flow and head requirements.

Why Contractors Specify Goulds Water Technology

Plumbers, well drillers, and irrigation contractors specify Goulds Water Technology pumps because the brand has manufactured pumps continuously since 1848, providing more than 175 years of engineering refinement and parts continuity that supports long-term installed equipment serviceability. Goulds pumps are engineered, assembled, and tested in the United States, at the Seneca Falls, New York facility where pump production has operated since the brand's founding. Goulds Water Technology is part of Xylem Inc., providing access to engineering documentation, selection and sizing tools, factory schools, webinars, and e-learning resources for contractors and installers. Goulds Water Technology provides CAD files and technical documentation for engineering submittals. Products are available through a network of wholesale distributors and independent dealers including SupplyHouse.

How to Choose a Goulds Water Technology Product

The primary selection variable for a Goulds Water Technology pump is application type. Drilled well water supply uses Goulds submersible well pumps (4" submersible) for depths exceeding the jet pump lift limit, and Goulds jet pumps for shallow wells within 25 feet of the surface. Pressure boosting for municipal supply uses Goulds centrifugal boosting systems. Below-grade water removal uses Goulds sump, effluent, or sewage pumps based on the type of water being handled.

For submersible well pump selection, the key variables are well casing diameter, required flow rate in GPM, total dynamic head in feet, and the well's tested yield in GPM. The selected Goulds submersible pump must deliver the required flow rate at the total dynamic head of the system without exceeding the well's tested yield. Consult the Goulds Water Technology pump selection tool or engineering documentation for the applicable model's pump curve before specifying.

For sump, effluent, and sewage pump selection, choose based on the type of water being handled: sump pumps for groundwater in basements; effluent pumps for septic system dosing with solids-free or low-solids effluent; sewage pumps for solids-laden wastewater. Confirm the pump's solids-handling capability matches the maximum particle size expected in the application. For sewage applications, also confirm the discharge pipe diameter and vertical lift match the pump's rated capacity at the operating head.

FAQs

Where are Goulds Water Technology pumps manufactured?

Goulds Water Technology pumps are engineered, assembled, and tested in the United States. The company's primary manufacturing and engineering facility is in Seneca Falls, New York, where Goulds has produced pumps since 1848. Goulds Water Technology is a brand of Xylem Inc.

What warranty does Goulds Water Technology offer on its pumps?

Goulds Water Technology warranty terms are documented in the product literature and through the Xylem/Goulds website. Warranty coverage varies by product line; consult the applicable Goulds product data sheet or contact an authorized Goulds distributor for the warranty terms applicable to the specific pump model.

What is the difference between Goulds submersible well pumps and jet pumps?

The difference between Goulds submersible well pumps and jet pumps is the installation location and operating depth. Goulds submersible well pumps install inside the well casing below the water level and can lift water from any depth within the pump's rated head. Goulds jet pumps install above grade and are limited to approximately 25 feet of suction lift for shallow-well models; convertible jet pumps can serve deeper applications with a below-grade ejector. Submersible pumps are generally specified for deeper drilled wells.

How do I size a Goulds submersible well pump for my application?

Sizing a Goulds submersible well pump requires knowing the required flow rate in GPM, the total dynamic head in feet (static lift plus friction losses plus pressure requirement), and the tested yield of the well. The selected pump must deliver the required GPM at the total dynamic head without exceeding the well's tested yield. Goulds Water Technology provides pump selection tools and CAD files through the Xylem website to support accurate pump sizing.

Can Goulds Water Technology pumps be used for irrigation applications?

Goulds Water Technology centrifugal and jet pumps can be used for residential and agricultural irrigation applications. Centrifugal pumps from Goulds are available in configurations suited to irrigation system pressure and flow requirements. For irrigation pump selection, match the pump's rated flow at the system operating pressure to the total GPM demand of the irrigation zones at peak simultaneous use.

What is the Goulds AquaCase system?

The Goulds AquaCase is a Wi-Fi-enabled residential pressure boosting system designed for applications where municipal water pressure is insufficient for upper-floor or high-demand use. The AquaCase provides automatic pressure management and Wi-Fi connectivity for monitoring and diagnostics. Goulds Water Technology offers the AquaCase as part of its pressure boosting product line, distinct from the well pump and sump pump lines.