Pump Efficiency Testing

SCE Pump Efficiency Testing


Southern California Edison (SCE) offers no-cost pump efficiency testing for eligible SCE pumping customers. This service has been offered to help our customers determine their pumping costs and provide solutions to improve overall plant efficiency (OPE).

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Benefits of Regular Efficiency Testing

  • Determining the OPE of your pump and calculate potential operational savings if OPE can be improved
  • Provide a better understanding of your system’s condition, including historical tracking and trending
  • Used as a budgeting aid to determine your operating costs and prioritize your system pumping plant repairs

To request testing or for more information, email Pump Test & Hydraulic services HydraulicServices-PumpTest@sce.com.

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Fee-Based Services


Take your pump efficiency testing to the next level.

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SCE offers eligible customers a package of fee-based enhanced services, including pump efficiency testing. These services are intended to help pumping customers reduce energy costs, extend equipment life, and avoid unexpected downtime due to equipment failure. The pump test technician performs these reasonably priced services while on-site for standard efficiency testing.

  • Electrical Panel Infrared Inspection
  • Electrical Panel Cleaning
  • Motor and Pump Vibration Detection
  • Sand Testing

Read more about our Pump Test and Hydraulic Services and Fee-Based Services and Pricing.

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Electrical Panel Infrared Inspection

Using a thermal imaging camera, a pump test technician will inspect the meter’s electrical panel to identify poor connections, and locations where energy is wasted and can potentially cause electrical arcing and potential fire hazards. The technician can get an instant picture of impending trouble that could have otherwise gone unnoticed by scanning electrical cabinets, breaker panels, fuses, bolted connections, and switchgear.


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Electrical Panel Cleaning

Excessive dust, dirt and other debris can damage components in an electrical panel that may lead to electrical hazards and energy losses. The Pump test technician will clean the designated panel of dirt and debris that could be readily removed, provided it is safe to do so. This service can be performed as an "add-on" along with the Electrical Panel Infrared Inspection or as an "add-on" to a standard pump efficiency test.


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Motor and Pump Vibration Detection

Excessive vibration within your motor and pumping system significantly reduces the life of your equipment. The vibration detection service can help you determine if your pumping system’s vibration is beyond reasonable limits and may contribute to energy loss. A vibration analysis is performed to evaluate and monitor the characteristic changes in rotating machinery caused by imbalance, misalignment, bent shaft, mechanical looseness, faults in gear drives, defects in rolling-element bearings, and/or defects in sleeve bearings.


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Sand Testing

The pump test technician will accurately determine the quantity of sand that is being produced by the well. It is common for a small quantity of sand to be discharged upon startup. Still, excessive production can accelerate the normal wear of impellers and other pump components, even sometimes clogging valves, irrigation equipment, and meters. If left uncontrolled, sanding may increase the frequency of maintenance and cause nuisance problems for pipelines and water storage facilities. The sand test can help determine if the quantity of sand that is discharged is within an acceptable range or if it may be problematic.

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Programs to Help Your Business Save


Find more ways to become energy efficient and save money.

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Business Rate Plan Comparison

The Rate Plan Comparison Tool can help you identify the least expensive plan based on your typical usage. The tool uses your past usage data to estimate your costs for other plans. Find out which rate plan is best for your bottom line.

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Demand Response Programs for Business

Demand Response (DR) programs for businesses reward organizations for reducing or shifting their electricity use when electricity demand is high, typically during the summer. We offer a variety of DR programs like ELRP and AP-I to fit your business's savings and operational needs.

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Third-Party Energy Efficiency (EE) Programs

Energy Efficiency (EE) programs can help you save energy and contribute to a clean-energy future. For many of these programs, you can directly contact a third-party company (i.e., not affiliated with SCE). Learn more about the various third-party programs and how they may be able to help you conserve energy and lower your energy costs.

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Energy Education Centers (EEC)

Our Energy Education Centers (EEC) offer a wide range of resources to help you make better energy decisions for your business. Learn about the latest energy management and efficiency technologies through interactive displays and exhibits, technical consultations, classes, workshops, and events.

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