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Bilge Pump - Advancing Technology and Applications

Coming into existence during the early 16th century, the bilge pump has traditionally been utilised on boats and ships to remove bilge water, which is termed as water that collects in the bilge of a ship, the lowest compartment of the vessel. The first bilge pump was utilised in a military application, aboard English ships and boats in the early sixteenth century. Through the experience of rough weather, seafarers found that they required a solution to remove excess water safety at the bottom of the vessel.

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The first bilge pumps produced were hand held, with their evolution including adaptations to fuel and electricity as a power source to drive the pumps. However, technological advances in materials used in the construction of bilge pumps, as well as increasing efficiency and effectiveness of the upward and downwards strokes, hand held pumps have become a viable and cost effective solution for bilge pumping.

Not only have technological advances increased the performance, but the range of applications has extended well beyond those of removing excess water from boats. Such applications include hand held drum, well, oil and fluid transfer pumps. One prominent extension of the marine focus has included the development of bilge pumps for kayaking, where it is an essential component of the sea kayaker's equipment, where many will not enter the water without having such equipment.

New Zealand is renowned for its coastal beauty and easy access to many high quality sea kayaking environments, with the famous Milford Sounds and Abel Tasman National Park being some of the best in the world. Even for experienced kayakers paddling on calm water in beautiful weather, the possibility of capsizing is a reality for all. Modern sea kayaks contain many separate pods, any of which can leak without warning. The possibility of rogue waves, unforeseen circumstances and rough weather means that no kayaker should risk the possibility of being caught in open water with a hatch or cover missing, or water leaking into the kayak from a collision, without the correct gear that will assist them to efficiently expel the water and get home safely.

There are various options in the marketplace, but consideration should be given to their suitability of use in the practical environment. Ensure that the hand held pump is long and narrow enough to reach the farthest points where water can collect, with the ability to insert the pump without removing the spray skirt. The option of having an attachable flexible hose makes the process of removing excess water simple and easy. As the room on a sea kayak is limited, the design should be conducive to that environment, with grip handles designs that ensure easy storage. The buoyancy of a hand pump made of plastic is an obvious plus. Make certain that before departing on your water expedition that all equipment, including the pump, is well maintained and is performing to its optimum.

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