Pictures & Customer Praise

2/22/2011

I wanted to thank everyone there that helped me with selecting, purchasing, and installing my pump. I'm sending pictures of the project. It was easy and fun to do. I'll tell everyone I know how awesome this pump works.

Sincerely,
Keith - Slidell, LA

In the big picture of survival at our "Ponderosa", from a few days without electricity to something much longer, our Bison Hand Pump is the most important piece of equipment we own. I especially like being able to operate our pump from inside our house, which was a major factor in deciding to buy this pump. I know we are fortunate to have a high static water level.

Jim - Ceresco, NE

9/28/2010

Dear Sirs,

It took a while to get my pump installed in place of the old pump (someone to do it).  It is now in operation and I am so happy.

I can now pump water directly into my house alleviating the carrying of 5 gallon buckets.  I can still manage that but know those days are numbered.  What a gift for an old woman (sunny side of 70).

Everyone was so helpful, eager to know what I wanted and to offer alternatives – explaining all as I needed to know.

Even the template to locate bolt sites to fit on my existing stand turned out perfectly.  The new pump slid through those openings like a glove on a hand.

Thank You for your patience and beautiful workmanship.
Carolyn - KY

Hi,

I am absolutely ecstatic about my new Bison pump. The package arrived without a hitch and everything we needed for installation was included. After reading through the manual several times, it took us under 2 hours to complete the installation. The pump is nothing short of elegant in its design and construction.

Thank you very much for all of your assistance in helping me spec out the perfect solution for my well!

All the best,
Veronica - Marin County, California
PS -- The dog in the photo is my pup Little Ricky, who was supervising our work quite intently.

I love my Bison Pump.  I called and received the help I needed for my exising well pump.  The pump was received and was in perfect condition.  I had it installed and the well guy said that it was very well put together and the instructions were extremely easy. 

Ellie - Northern California

Bruce, OR

Jaffrey, NH

Alberta, Canada

Pretty much perfect! The fabricated collar worked perfectly. And really high quality materials....we were all impressed. Looks like a sculpture.

Thetford Hills, VT

Title: Open Channel Flow
Artist: Matthew Geller
2009, City of Houston Art Collection

Commissioned by the the Houston Arts Alliance for the City of Houston Sabine Water Pump Station. Project Management and Digital Fabrication: Metalab, Houston, TX



"The sixty-foot tall structure of 12- 8- and 4-inch steel pipes with amber and blue beacons on top stands inside the restricted grounds of the Sabine Water Pump Station. It is a much bigger, slightly more elaborate version of other pipe structures located on the Pump Station grounds. One pipe, like the branch of a large tree, leaves the Pump Station property, passes over the Pump Station fence and ends with a showerhead twenty-five feet overhead in Buffalo Bayou Park.

On the ground below the showerhead is an eight-foot diameter stainless steel drain cover and a contemporary version of an old-fashioned manual well pump. As one pushes down on the pump handle water rains down from the shower head twenty-five feet above. Simultaneously, and as a result of pumping water through the pipes, orange and blue twin beacons on top of the structure flash, signaling people as far away as downtown that another person has doused themselves with a refreshing, albeit brief, shower."

To Whom It May Concern:
My name is David. I am licensed Well Driller and pump installer in the state of Delaware. My business was started in 1939 by my grandfather.

I am writing this letter to you in regards to a recently purchased Bison deep well hand pump. I purchased this pump and donated a well and this pump to a local cemetery. My son, Brad, died in a car accident in February of 2007. I like to plant and care for various flowers around his headstone. There are also others who do this for their loved ones at this cemetery. That is why I came to the decision to install a well and pump. The cemetery association did not want the expense of electric to be run out there and the monthly costs that go with it so that is why I purchased a hand pump. I did a lot of research, both locally and through the internet. Although it was more expensive than most of the others, I chose the Bison pump.
When I received the pump, ( in 8 business days), I was very pleased with the packaging. One of my employees and I installed the pump in less than an hour. The effort it takes to pump water is surprisingly easy.

My family and I are extremely happy with the pump and the service that I received from the staff at Bison Pumps. The engraving on the handle of the pump with my son's name on it, was the icing on the cake. I would be more than happy for you to give my name and phone number to anyone who is inquiring about your pump. I would absolutely recommend the Bison pump to anyone in need of a hand pump.

Sincerely,
David W.
June 23, 2009

"I'm getting pure sweet water ('The very best test on Westport Island' - Midcoast Energy Systems) from my Bison pump. Larry Oakes, my wellman, was so taken by your craftsmanship, he took the honor of pumping the first drop. We then all drew a glass and toasted to your and our success. (Since it is located only 75' from the ocean, its stainless steel is best for the elements here.) The pumps continues to draw sweet water and attention both here on the cove and in the community... Keep up the good work."

Park P. - Westport Island

"First let me say we are DELIGHTED with our Bison hand pump. We installed it for those 'infrequent' times when the power goes out (the joy of rural living) . But i just love it and use it anytime I need to fill my watering can or the dog outside water bowl (which i now keep at the pump right under the pump head)." - Paulette

"A note to thank you again for your excellent service in providing me with the Bison deep well pump. It has served my needs completely, where I had an existing drilled well at the former location of a barn that has been dismantled. The well sat unused for 20 years, with no practical means of getting power to it to install an electric pump. When I heard of your pumps, from an internet search, the information that you provided convinced me that this was the answer for my needs. It meets the water needs on my small hobby farm for 2 horses and 3 donkeys, plus giving me a back-up water source for my other well at the house. The pump, and all associated material & installation instructions, were all of excellent quality, and I had the pump installed and drawing water within two hours of beginning the installation. I was also very imressed with the quality of the workmanship and details that went into the pump design. It has been a very satisfactory experience, and I thank you again for your help and guidance to make this well work for me. Enclosed is a picture of the pump installed on the well casing. Please feel free to give my name for anyone in my area, who may be considering a Bison pump and would like to see one in action. Also please stop by and inspect it yourself if you are sometime in my area. :) Regards Wallace R."

"My Bison Pump is one of the best investments I have ever made.  Not only does it look great, it also is the best working pump I have ever had.  When I decided to put in my well, I searched for the best pump I could buy.  Bison was my choice.  I received more help and information from the company.  I was right in choosing Bison.  When the pump arrived I was concerned as to the installation of the pump, but with the directions afforded from Bison it was a snap.  My wife and mother-in-law helped me assemble and put the pump in place in less than an hour.  We are very pleased with the looks and operation of the pump, and recommend it to everyone.  It is maintenance free and so easy to use that my five year old granddaughter can go out and pump a bucket of water.  I can not say enough about Bison, it's the best.  Thanks for everything!"

-  Dilliner, Pennsylvania

I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the Bison Pump setup recently installed at our home.

Many people install generators to provide emergency power, but I did not want to go that route for the following reasons:
- Gasoline must be changed or used up from time to time and is getting expensive. An area must be provided that protects from fumes and noise. Hooking into the electrical system requires an electrician and special wiring to keep within code.
    I have been looking for another way to obtain a water supply that is permanent, clean, and safe. I wanted to be independent of gas and electricity if there were a prolonged blackout. My Bison pump, along with a wood stove with a flat surface to heat water, and flourescent lanterns will keep our house comfortable for a long period.    The quality of the pump construction is very high, from the stainless steel to the brass fittings. I am sure this will work trouble free for many years.
    I had expected to pump water from the well and haul it upstairs in pails, but our Bison pump can be connected to our water system and I can keep water flowing from faucets and flushes by hand pumping as needed.
   The Bison Pump will be useful for many people. Recommended without reservation!
     
-  Washburn, Maine

 

"We have a 66' deep well with a 1/2 hp submersible pump. Provided we have electricity. The Great Ice Storm that struck the eastern part of the province in 1999 cut off our power supply for more than two weeks. We were forced to haul buckets of water from our pond for bathing, flushing toilets and watering our animals. Needless to say, we vowed to be better prepared next time, and so we purchased and installed a Bison BPH-125 hand pump. The installation was easy (a couple of hours work), and the pump works great without interfering with our submersible pump. I was particularly impressed by the stainless steel construction and well-fitted parts. My five year old son particularly enjoys pumping water for our livestock, and we are better prepared for emergencies. Thank you for providing us with an excellent product."

- Ontario Canada

 

"I and my customers are very happy with the Bison Pump. I remember the days when my father and I would struggle most of the day with the old cast iron pumps to repair or replace them. I was just a few minutes all alone adding sections to a Bison Pump when the static level dropped in my customers well."

- Blue Hill, Maine

 

"The only words that comes to mind to describe my dealings with Bison Pumps is First Class! I was treated like a good neighbor and friend from the very start. They answered all my questions and provided professional assistance to make the whole installation process go smoothly. They even tracked my shipment across the continent into Canada, advising me on its progress. Before I ordered the pump the wife was insistent that she did not want an “old hand pump” visible any where inside her home. Thankfully that all changed when the pump was unpacked. Her first words were, “Who would ever put this outside, it’s too nice to be sitting out in the yard”. Needless to say she’s happy having it in our home and we are both happy for the peace of mind it provides.

Of course all that really mattered to me was if the pump was going to last and what it would take to keep it working. So directly after placing the order I enquired as to what replacement parts I should purchase to ship with the order. The customer service person was silent for a moment and when she spoke sounded a little baffled. She said, “the only thing I can think of is a few O ring washers. But you will probably never need them.” She was right of course. Bison Pumps are built to last a long time which is obvious as soon as you see or pick one up. Definitely one of the best built products I have ever purchased."

Keith B.
Edgewood, British Columbia - Canada