8. The Old and The New The pump was so easy to operate because of its simple pedalling motion, that even a 10 year old child could easily pump water using it!!!
9. Comparison of the two Traditional New Pure iron pumps - 25-28 kgs Plastic Body 12 Kgs Lubrication/ oil needs/ washers/ leakage Used for Potable water as well - and so grease getting mixed into water Self -Lubricated plastic material Shelf life therefore for traditional pumps - 2 years or so Shelf life - 4 years Suction capacity of approx 3000-3500 lph 5000 lph Sale price Rs.3600/- approx Rs. 2400/-