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Solutions Engineering

As a leader in pumping & water treatment, we have the capabilities and expertise to provide our customers with engineering solutions to ensure greater productivity and efficiency.

Solutions Engineering Overview

Solutions Engineering at Dowdens focuses on leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative thinking to deliver custom engineering solutions across various industries. Our expertise spans multiple sectors, including mining, agriculture, water treatment, and energy.

By employing a team of highly skilled engineers and technical specialists, Dowdens can tailor solutions that meet specific client needs, thus ensuring efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Our comprehensive approach involves everything from initial concept development and design to installation and ongoing support, guaranteeing that each project is executed with precision and excellence.

Key offerings within the Solutions Engineering division include project management, systems integration, equipment supply, and maintenance and repair services. Dowdens takes pride in our ability to handle complex projects and maintenance issues that require a deep understanding of the technical and regulatory aspects.

With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, Dowdens aims to solve the immediate challenges and contribute to its clients’ long-term growth and success. Through industry expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, the Dowdens Solutions Engineering team delivers reliable and impactful results.

Extensive Team of Professionals

Our extensive team of professionals, including Engineers and Draftsmen, excel in product design and development to meet ever-changing market demands and expectations. As industry leaders, we have proven abilities to provide customers with a vast range of fluid handling and treatment solutions within numerous industry segments.

Some of the Industries we operate in:

  • Accommodation & resorts
  • Agriculture
  • Aquaculture
  • Construction
  • Commercial
  • Government
  • Light and Heavy Industry
  • Mining, Oil & Gas
  • Residential

Workshop – In-house

We have fully equipped workshops that offer a range of specialised services and equipment to facilitate repair, refurbishment, and equipment assembly.

We specialise in:

  • Pump Repair
  • Dewatering Equipment
  • Pipework, Valve Repair and Assembly
  • Equipment Upgrades
  • Assembly
  • Refurbishment of Existing Equipment
  • Laser Alignment
  • Preventative and Corrective Maintenance
  • Pump Performance Testing in our Purpose-built Test Tank

Workshop facilities include:

  • CNC lathe
  • Manual lathe
  • Milling machine
  • Sandblasting Equipment
  • Paint booths
  • Council approved wash down facility.


Workshop Capabilities

Workshop – Infield

Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment is proud of its diverse range of in-field capabilities. This capability ensures that each job, big or small, is completed to comply with our customers’ specific standards and requirements. We also design, construct, and commission all types of projects with our in-house team.

Our skilled team includes:

  • Trades People (Fitters, Boilermakers, Electricians, Poly Welder and Plumbers
  • Project Managers
  • Project Engineers

Our equipment includes:

  • Poly Butt Welders from 110mm to 1m
  • Extrusion Welder
  • Electrofusion Welders
  • Mine Spec Generators from 2kva -20kva
  • Mobile Diesel-driven Compressors


Infield Installation and Servicing

Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment have a large fleet of fully equipped and compliant service vehicles offering a range of specialised services, including installation, maintenance, and repair of all the products and equipment we sell.

We also offer devoted water treatment monitoring, testing, and servicing across a wide range of products.

Dowden’s In-house Test Bay – Performance Validation Facility

Dowdens’ in-house Test Bay is engineered for high-capacity, precision testing of pumping systems up to 250kW, supporting both 415V and 1000V electric motors as well as diesel engines of any capacity. This controlled environment ensures each system performs to spec before deployment—minimising risk, downtime, and commissioning delays.

Facility Features:

  • Testing for pumps powered by: 415V/1000V motors or diesel engines.
  • Max capacity: 250kW
  • 30,000-litre steel water tank: Designed for sustained test cycles.
  • Digital and mechanical: Suction/discharge pressure gauges.
  • Magnetic flow meter: For high-accuracy flow measurement.
  • Anti-cavitation valve: Suitable for safe high-pressure testing scenarios.

Our testing regime includes:

  • Pump curve confirmation against design duty points
  • Flow, pressure, and power draw validation
  • Witnessed tests (upon request) with detailed performance reports

This facility is essential for custom-built systems, rebuilds, and critical operational deployments, offering total assurance in system reliability and efficiency.

Featured Documents

Our featured documents section is the perfect place to start if you want in-depth knowledge and detailed insights. Here, we share technical expertise, comprehensive case studies, and practical information about the innovative solutions delivered by Dowdens.

These documents are designed to help you better understand the challenges we’ve faced and the forward-thinking strategies we use to overcome them. Whether you’re exploring pumping or water treatment technologies or searching for professional-grade resources, you’ll find plenty of value here. Take a moment to browse—you might discover the information you’ve sought!

Featured Videos

Our featured videos are more than engaging content—they’re a window into Dowdens’ unmatched engineering expertise and innovative solutions. These videos bring complex concepts to life, showcasing how our team tackles real-world challenges with precision and forward-thinking strategies.

Whether it’s cutting-edge advancements in pumping or revolutionary water treatment technologies, our videos demonstrate the commitment and skill that define our work. Please take a moment to watch and see how we deliver practical, impactful solutions every day. It’s a chance to truly understand what sets Dowdens apart.

Featured Case Studies

Dowden’s Case Studies offer an unparalleled opportunity to gain deep insights into real-world challenges and their expertly engineered solutions in the pumping and water treatment industries. 

Explore our case studies to learn from our practical applications and innovative approaches crafted to address complex scenarios. Whether you’re a professional seeking to enhance your technical expertise, a student aiming to connect theory with practice, or someone looking to understand the impact of effective solutions, these detailed accounts deliver valuable knowledge.

Each case study reflects Dowden’s commitment to quality, showcasing our decades of industry experience and solution-oriented mindset. They serve as both a learning tool and a source of inspiration, illustrating how challenges can be transformed into success through expertise and dedication.

CS-68 – February 2013

Mine Site Borehole Pump Installation

CS-133 – September 2024

Calen Township Water Treatment Plant Upgrade

CS-121 – Nov 2020

Truck Stop / Service Station Water and Sewage Treatment Plant with Irrigation System

CS-55 – October 2015

Water Truck Filling Station

CS-13 – July 2015

Broad Acre Irrigation Project

CS-61 – July 2013

Longwall Boost Pump Station

CS-60 – June 2016

Modular Underground Dewatering System

CS-94 – October 2015

Underground Dewatering PODs

Featured News Articles

Stay ahead of the curve by checking out our featured news articles! These articles are your go-to source for staying informed about industry trends, groundbreaking projects, and Dowden’s milestones. They showcase our leadership and innovation in pumping and water treatment technologies, offering unique insights into how we’re shaping the future of the field.

Whether you want to deepen your industry knowledge or learn more about what makes Dowdens an industry pioneer, these articles deliver valuable updates and inspiration. Don’t miss the chance to stay connected with the cutting edge of engineering solutions!

WNA-49 – July 2025

New Grundfos SMART Digital DDA-C dosing pumps

WNA-25 – July 2022

ATS 2000 Sump Pumps Now Available

WNA-47 – June 2025

Major Announcement for the Australian Pumping Industry

WNA-46 – May 2025

Dowdens Secures Exclusive Australian Distribution for Innovative Mudwizard Sludge Treatment System

Are you Interested in our Solutions Engineering Capabilities?

The Dowdens Team are ready to help. Contact us today for more information and to start the conversation.

Our Locations

Dowdens has four convenient locations throughout Queensland. We have branches in Mackay and Proserpine in the north, servicing the Sugar and Coal industries, a centrally located branch in Rockhampton, specialising in the Agricultural and Coal industries, and a branch in Brisbane, servicing multiple industries in southeast Queensland.

Dowdens Mackay

Dowdens Brisbane

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