Category Archives: Pumps
Power Bill Slashed at North Queensland Pump Station
Kilrie Gully Relift
A PUMP STATION in North Queensland has slashed its power bill by $20,000 a year, an audit has revealed.
Lower Burdekin Water (LBW) has saved tens of thousands on its power bill at its Kilrie Gully pump station, after implementing the findings of an Energy Savers Program audit.
System Approach & Modeling Lead to a Reduced Impeller Diameter
Figure 1: Process system with one pump operating
EVERY ELEMENT found in a piping system falls into one of three categories: pump, process and control. The secret to understanding any piping system is to have detailed knowledge of the various pieces of equipment and how they work together.
For example, if a pump is not sized properly to meet the system’s process requirements, all the equipment within the system will be affected.
Precision Lubrication for Oil Lubricated Process Pumps
Use a sealed transfer container and quick connects to protect the oil during transfer. (Photo: Des-Case)
WHILE PERFORMING unnecessary oil changes is a waste of time and resources, never changing the oil is far worse.
Process pumps are often neglected when it comes to precision lubrication. Many maintenance and reliability professionals focus efforts on larger, more expensive machines, but these smaller components can be critical to process reliability, and the cost of repairs can add up.
Telstar and Siltbuster Partner on Grand Paris Express Rail Wastewater Scheme
FRENCH PUMP rental company Telstar and Siltbuster, a UK provider of water treatment solutions for the construction industry, are partnering to treat wastewater generated on the €23 billion Grand Paris Express (GPE) rail expansion scheme.
The GPE subway project includes the construction of 68 stations and over 120 miles of new track to improve the public transport network across the city.
Advanced Overload Relays Protect Health of Irrigation Pumps
THE RELATIONSHIP between irrigation systems and sustainability can be overlooked when users are focused on achieving stronger crop yields and keeping their systems up and running.
A recent guide from the Louisiana State University (LSU) Agricultural Center (AgCenter) opens with a brief exploration of the connections among irrigation maintenance and energy efficiency.
Xylem to Showcase a Range of Water Solutions at WEFTEC 2017
Xylem will unveil a series of smart dewatering pumps under its Godwin brand.
XYLEM ADDRESSED the challenge of ‘urban resilience’ by showcasing its portfolio of water technologies at WEFTEC at McCormick Place, Chicago from October 2-4.
Xylem’s range of water technologies can help communities to tackle critical water challenges across the water cycle and support sustainable water management.
New Dairy Effluent Pump Creates Irrigation Efficiencies
A HIGH EFFICIENCY dairy effluent pump from NOV Mono has delivered significant benefits to an agricultural irrigation project in New Zealand.
The MonoTM progressing cavity pump has helped increase irrigation efficiency at a farm in Te Awamutu, on the country’s North Island.
Hydro Feasibility Study in Tasmania Receives Funding
TWO FEASIBILITY studies into expanding two hydro-electric power stations in Tasmania, and exploring the potential to develop significant pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) have received $2.5 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Compensating for Oxygen Concentration
Flange severely damaged by ignition in oxygen. Photo: FSA
THE AIR we breathe contains by volume 78 percent nitrogen, 21 percent oxygen and approximately 1 percent argon.
Avoid Pump Lubrication Maintenance Mistakes
Where feasible, grease is a preferred bearing lubricant, because grease is easy to apply, can be retained within a bearing’s housing and improves sealing against contaminants. Photo: SKF.
PUMP LUBRICATION problems cause wear and damage, create friction and heat, and can lead to costly repairs.