http://www.worldpumps.com/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Mon, 20 May 2013 05:47:09 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/ http://www.worldpumps.com/_common/img/template/world-pumps/site-logo.gif http://www.worldpumps.com/view/31845/energy-efficientcontainment-shells/ The energy efficiency of containment shells in magnetic coupled units are at a disadvantage in the high performance range. However, by combining proven technology with modern materials, a new segment containment shell of different design meant that magnetic losses could be reduced by 20%. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/31845/energy-efficientcontainment-shells/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/30564/flow-is-marketing-head-is-energy/ Precision-engineered industrial pumps typically employ sophisticated seals and bearings but frequently their performance record is poor compared to the humble car radiator water pump. Why is this? The Pump Guy (aka Larry Bachus) explains the all-important role of ‘the system’. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:53:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/30564/flow-is-marketing-head-is-energy/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/29601/south-america-pump-focus/ Over the past months, World Pumps has been building up a store of articles on South America. These include news stories of company activities in the area, case studies reporting on innovative approaches to difficult problems, and features giving not only technological overviews, but market insight too. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/29601/south-america-pump-focus/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/29588/smarter-systems-in-south-america-from-itt-goulds/ Recent advances in pump hardware and software help plants achieve lower energy costs, higher equipment reliability and improved process efficiency. Here, with some examples in South America, ITT Goulds Pumps argue that Variable-frequency drives are the centerpiece of most smart pumping solutions. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:28:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/29588/smarter-systems-in-south-america-from-itt-goulds/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/28890/performance-of-large-building-rainwater-harvesting-system/ Rainwater harvesting is becoming an integral part of the toolkit for sustainable water management. This study indicates that office-scale rainwater harvesting systems offer significant water and cost savings, and emphasises the importance of monitoring data. Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/28890/performance-of-large-building-rainwater-harvesting-system/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26371/review-of-technologies-and-selection-criteria-for-emergency-water-supply/ This comprehensive review of water technologies for emergency applications identifies the strengths and weaknesses of each water technology. Independent criteria are identified to evaluate the technologies, and a methodology is presented for water technology selection based on compensatory multicriteria analysis. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26371/review-of-technologies-and-selection-criteria-for-emergency-water-supply/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26190/software-assisted-asset-management/ Investment planning and ensuring compliance with regulations has always been important in the UK water industry, but with increasingly complex regulatory frameworks and expanding assets, this task has outgrown the capabilities of simple spreadsheets. Stronger software tools are needed to achieve service targets whilst keeping costs as low as possible. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 21:35:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26190/software-assisted-asset-management/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26189/reducing-leaks-with-ac-drives/ Leakage is a common problem among many water utilities. It is often caused, and made worse, by the pressure in the water mains being kept at a higher level than demand necessitates. One solution to this problem is to use ABB AC drives to regulate and maintain a more appropriate system pressure, bring savings in cost, water and energy. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 21:31:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26189/reducing-leaks-with-ac-drives/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26035/moving-abrasive-and-corrosive-liquids/ It is difficult to find a reliable and cost effective pump for applications having both corrosive and abrasive media. The equipment is expensive to buy and maintain, and safety for those using the equipment is a headache, given their hazardous applications. One solution is a pump using standard parts, while various linings allowing for quick delivery at reasonable costs.C. Daniel Urquhart from RamParts LLC discusses the options. Tue, 29 May 2012 11:10:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26035/moving-abrasive-and-corrosive-liquids/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26033/remote-controlling-water-and-sewage/ Monitoring and controlling water and sewage assets across the UK can be a challenge, but utilising modern telecommunications from M.A.C Solutions means utilities can now access information in real-time. This enables not only quicker response times, but also more appropriate action as the nature of a problem is known before engineers reach the site in question. Tue, 29 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/26033/remote-controlling-water-and-sewage/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25908/reducing-costs-in-parallel-pumping/ Pumps operated in parallel can be a mixed blessing. A well thought-out design, correctly operated, can do wonders for handling variations in duty point but poor operational procedures can be a source of excessive energy consumption, significant maintenance overspends and poor system reliability. John Tonkin discusses the details of one such installation. Tue, 22 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25908/reducing-costs-in-parallel-pumping/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25909/a-middle-eastern-vision-of-progress/ The Saudi Pump Factory (SPF), headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a pump and valve manufacturer providing fluid handling solutions to meet customer requirements in the oil, gas, chemical, industrial, municipal and agricultural sectors. This article looks at the company’s products, capabilities and plans for the future. Tue, 22 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25909/a-middle-eastern-vision-of-progress/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25775/a-muddy-challenge-for-all-flo-pumps/ An oil industry processing equipment supplier was experiencing a growing demand among their oil & gas customers for equipment to handle the rigours of transferring drilling mud from the wellhead. Not only does the equipment have to cope with the difficult mud itself, but also sand rock and concrete contamination. All-Flo set out a solution. Tue, 15 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25775/a-muddy-challenge-for-all-flo-pumps/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25774/oil-pipeline-from-siberia-to-the-sea-the-role-of-booster-pumps/ The idea of transporting oil in pipelines from inland wells to sea ports, was suggested by Russian scientist Dmitri Mendeleev in 1863, and in 1878 the American Nobel brothers built a pipeline in the US. Tested and tried as the concept is, the transportation of oil across 4857 km is still no mean engineering feat. HMS Group describes the pump technology involved. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:59:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25774/oil-pipeline-from-siberia-to-the-sea-the-role-of-booster-pumps/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25626/speed-control-for-food-and-drinks/ The food and drinks industry's requirements are as diverse as its products, placing high demands on processing equipment. From cheese curding to dairy processing, the industry needs solutions that involve process automation, speed control and, perhaps above all, reliability – all done at high efficiencies and at as low costs as possible, says Grundfos. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:37:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25626/speed-control-for-food-and-drinks/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25625/brazil-a-strategic-oil-gas-location/ With the discovery of extensive new oil reserves off the Atlantic coast, Brazil is becoming an increasingly important location for the oil & gas industry and its suppliers. This, combined with the presence of one of its biggest customers, is why one company has located its facilities in Jundiaí, north of São Paulo. Here Sulzer Pumps looks at what types of packages are in demand. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:36:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25625/brazil-a-strategic-oil-gas-location/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25514/re-powering-water-reclaim-systems/ In the mining industry, production is directly related to the plant’s total pumping capacity, and reclaim systems are the main source of water. With the pressure on to improve processes, Petar Ostojic from Neptuno Pumps discusses how pump manufacturers can help mining companies re-power their reclaim water systems with custom engineering solutions, improving pump capacity and reducing energy consumption. Tue, 01 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25514/re-powering-water-reclaim-systems/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25515/testing-testing-from-10-to-300-kw/ Creating a single test rig for drive motors in the range of a few kilowatts (kW) to over 300 kW can seem like a daunting task, but through the application of accurate, variable speed control and customisable software, the feat has been achieved by Vacon. Even better, operators can set parameters at the push of a button. Tue, 01 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25515/testing-testing-from-10-to-300-kw/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25350/efficiency-through-indirect-measures/ Peripheral services to pumps, such as seal water or certain consequences of pump design, can combine to create true product transfer process efficiency. If not properly considered, indirect factors can directly affect this value, says Mouvex's Wallace Wittkoff, who explores how pump design can affect three significant efficiency areas. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:12:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25350/efficiency-through-indirect-measures/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25349/one-stop-shop-for-high-purity-media/ The pharmaceutical and biotechnical industries need increasing volumes of very clean water. The requirement for high purity media systems, is rising accordingly, but water generation quality fluctuations or supply bottlenecks can have far-reaching production line consequences. Bosch's Helmut Sommer reports. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:11:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25349/one-stop-shop-for-high-purity-media/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25190/new-standards-for-the-world-circulator-market/ From 2013 circulator pumps sold in Europe will have to meet new regulatory measures. Having been involved in discussions as to what these energy standards will be, Grundfos is both ahead of the game and part of it. It is launching a new range of products for the HVAC market. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:51:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25190/new-standards-for-the-world-circulator-market/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25189/maintaining-deep-well-submersibles/ Maintenance of submersible pumps is complex due to the depth at which they are installed, which makes access difficult. Correct facility design to extend the time between failures and the monitoring of several parameters to determine the pumps’ performance during operation are therefore vital factors, as Miguel Ortiz from FACSA and Alejandro Palomo from Salinas y Perez report. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:49:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25189/maintaining-deep-well-submersibles/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25060/load-shifting-aids-energy-saving-part-2/ A South African initiative to encourage load shifting prompted an in-depth review of pumping processes at the Tugela paper mill’s water supply plant. After a general overview of the project, the first part of this two-handed case study1 focused on the plant’s high-lift pumping station. In this concluding part, Graeme Harding from the Magnet Engineering Division considers flow control, and assesses the transfer and low-lift pumping stages, and plant piping and instrumentation, before presenting the final solution. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 21:33:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25060/load-shifting-aids-energy-saving-part-2/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25059/paris-fountains-get-a-new-lease-of-life-with-ksb/ When the fountains in the Trocadero Gardens near the Eiffel Tower in Paris needed extensive renovation work, it was not only a question of what equipment to choose but also how to get it through very restricted access routes. KSB's solution was to dismantle and then rebuild the machines powering the fountains in situ. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 21:31:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/25059/paris-fountains-get-a-new-lease-of-life-with-ksb/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24948/caprari-moves-further-into-high-flow-market/ Caprari’s recent announcement of a strategic alliance with French manufacturer Peme Gourdin to launch the new High Flow Line range demonstrates a double move. It is aimed at satisfying both the demand for pumps capable of conveying high water capacities and at supplying high-end engineered products to various demanding industrial markets. World Pumps talked to Dr Luca Pellegrini, about this alliance and why it is a milestone in the company’s strategic direction. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:59:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24948/caprari-moves-further-into-high-flow-market/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24947/a-brief-guide-to-ifat/ World Pumps takes a look at the key themes covered by German water and sewage trade fair IFAT which in 2012 promises to be the biggest ever. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:53:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24947/a-brief-guide-to-ifat/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24777/demand-for-experts-exceeds-availability/ Specialist knowledge is becoming ever more important in an increasingly competitive market place. This is why the international distance-learning study programme Pump Engineer, which is in its 7th season, is providing a new course in English starting in March this year. The course offers 50 days of training, covering all areas of the industry. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:34:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24777/demand-for-experts-exceeds-availability/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24776/modern-technology-for-coating-systems/ Positive displacement air-operated double-diaphragm pump enhancements help operators improve performance, product containment and energy efficiency, says Wilden's Xavier Rasotto. In this article he examines the challenges to be overcome in maximizing paint and coating production processes using these machines in what is one of the most important industries on earth. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:33:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24776/modern-technology-for-coating-systems/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24662/acid-mine-drainage-can-we-fix-the-mess/ Mining is a major driver of the South African economy. However, the country’s water supply is under serious threat of pollution from untreated acid water draining from mines. Keith Gass from Verder Pumps discusses the issues involved and considers the role that peristaltic dosing pumps can play in rectifying the pH balance of mine water. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:17:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24662/acid-mine-drainage-can-we-fix-the-mess/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24661/plain-sailing-on-the-seven-seas-with-grundfos/ With the vast majority of today’s trade being transported on the seven seas, there are huge opportunities for equipment providers. Not only do vessels need solutions for handling cargo such as cranes and pumping facilities, but the vessels themselves need equipment optimised for the marine environment – say for example an engine cooling system from Grundfos. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:12:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24661/plain-sailing-on-the-seven-seas-with-grundfos/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24489/off-site-assembly-for-london-tube/ Neasden Depot is the largest depot in the UK’s London underground network and the main maintenance depot for the Metropolitan tube line. A major refurbishment project, aided by Armstrong Pumps, is currently under-way at the depot and will create facilities to accommodate a new fleet of air conditioned tube trains, but due to the size of the project, delivery deadlines are tight. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:38:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24489/off-site-assembly-for-london-tube/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24488/spp-protects-new-singapore-landmarks-from-fire/ ‘The Star’ – Singapore's Integrated Cultural, Retail and Entertainment complex, is now well on the way in the one-north precinct, and is said to elevate environmental excellence to new heights. With completion expected in the second half of 2012, the building has been designed, with help from SPP, to meet world-class acoustic, environmental, comfort and fire safety standards. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:37:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24488/spp-protects-new-singapore-landmarks-from-fire/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24327/load-shifting-saves-energy-at-paper-mill/ In South Africa, a major initiative to encourage load shifting and reduce strain on the electricity grid prompted one paper mill to investigate the pumping processes at its water supply plant. In this detailed two-part case study, Graeme Harding from Magnet Engineering Division takes us through the investigative process leading to the final solution, which has yielded a 25% energy saving since implementation. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:37:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24327/load-shifting-saves-energy-at-paper-mill/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24326/selection-of-gas-compressors-part-3/ In this continuing series of articles, Eduardo Larralde and Rafael Ocampo survey the current state of the art concerning gas compressors. Parts 1 and 2 explained the principles of compression processes and the classification of compressors, respectively. Part 3 explains the physical structure of one key class – the piston compressors. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:36:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24326/selection-of-gas-compressors-part-3/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24173/apprenticeships-and-pump-design/ An apprenticeship programme and innovative designs that meet new market needs are basic requirements for continued success in the manufacture of centrifugal pumps. In this article, Dr Edward Grist gives his views on these two topics based on nearly 60 years of experience working with the UK pump industry. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24173/apprenticeships-and-pump-design/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24088/almatec-customised-fix-for-abrasive-pv-slurry/ The manufacturing of wafers for photovoltaic (PV) solar panels requires a precise process that puts production equipment to the test. Several of these processes involve highly abrasive slurries, which are a mixture of glycol and powdered silicon carbide. The challenge is to find equipment that can handle both wet and dry applications in a corrosive environment. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:18:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24088/almatec-customised-fix-for-abrasive-pv-slurry/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24026/supplying-to-the-us-oil-and-gas-industry/ New oil and gas projects offer significant opportunities and challenges to the US oil and gas industry and to the pump business. Many customers are seeing attractive economics, so they want deliveries as soon as possible. In this article Keith Loria talks to a number of suppliers and finds out what the demands are and how they can match them. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:54:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24026/supplying-to-the-us-oil-and-gas-industry/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24025/xylem-makes-a-big-splash/ The splitting off by ITT Corporation of some of its most well known brands to form Xylem, a company dedicated to the water and wastewater industry, did take some people by surprise. However, the move has proved to be a shrewd one and holds great promise for the future as Mike Kuchenbrod explained to World Pumps. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:53:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/24025/xylem-makes-a-big-splash/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23897/vacon-control-system-for-jet-trenching/ Laying cables and flow lines in the subsea environment sometimes requires trenches to be formed in the sea bed. One remotely operated vehicle, the ultra-trencher (UT-1) submersible, uses hydraulic jets to perform this task. However, it required the development of a compact pump drive system from Vacon suitable for use in compact marine environments. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23897/vacon-control-system-for-jet-trenching/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23898/the-fundamentals-of-heat-transfer-plants/ Many industrial processes rely on heat transfer plants, which bring a host of challenges for equipment providers. One manufacturer has found Allweiler solutions for most ontingencies – whether water, oil or synthetic oil is used as the heat transfer fluid; and temperatures fluctuating from the negative to close to 400°C. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23898/the-fundamentals-of-heat-transfer-plants/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23716/south-central-american-fiesta/ The South and Central American markets have experienced tremendous growth over the last decade creating opportunities for domestic and international companies. A number of trade associations are emerging making the region attractive – not only for the oil & gas and mining companies – but also in water, wastewater, biofuels and other sectors. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23716/south-central-american-fiesta/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23717/diagnosis-using-acoustic-emission/ Many industries today benefit from condition monitoring (CM). Although vibration analysis is the most common method, the emergence of new techniques stimulates CM experts from Zagros Petrochemical to use them to achieve the best diagnosis. This case study demonstrates the profitability of the promising acoustic emission technique in the timely diagnosis of a bearing defect. Zagros' Hamid Karimi explains. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23717/diagnosis-using-acoustic-emission/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23574/submersible-pump-solution-for-kenyan-water/ A water services provider in Kenya's coast province has installed a new set of vertical multistage pumps at its water treatment plant following a failure. Mawasco, based in Malindi, Kenya, procured a set of Poldap Dalgic Pump sets from Konya in Turkey as replacements. Shem Oirere tells the story. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:28:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23574/submersible-pump-solution-for-kenyan-water/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23468/pump-industry-awards-nominees/ Here are the nominees for the 2012 Pump Industry Awards. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23468/pump-industry-awards-nominees/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23447/grundfos-dosing-for-off-gassing-needs/ When a US wastewater treatment plant in South Carolina saw lower flows than expected, due to a delayed housing project, the facility experienced repeated vapour lock resulting in higher operational and chemical costs. The manual dilution operation resulted in increased operational and chemical costs, so a solution was sought in Grundfos' digital dosing technology. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23447/grundfos-dosing-for-off-gassing-needs/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23446/calculating-pipes-and-duty-points-with-vogel-software-tools/ Energy savings can be obtained in several ways, but before manufacturers turn to hydraulic optimisation of units or apply new electrical drives or powerful control systems, they should look at the dimensions of the pipelines and make sure they get the duty point specifications right. This can be done with the aid of web-based tools from Vogel Software. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:25:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23446/calculating-pipes-and-duty-points-with-vogel-software-tools/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23285/frothing-fix-for-problem-printer/ Frothing and breakdowns were regular occurrences for printer Portishead Press as their air-operated diaphragm pump and its seals could not cope with the caustic coating solution used by the printer. The company needed a pump that could move the coating fluid quickly, without introducing air, so they looked at a Watson-Marlow close coupled peristaltic pump to provide the answer. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:59:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23285/frothing-fix-for-problem-printer/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23284/hydropower-from-ksb-pumps-as-turbines/ Brazil is known for its use of hydropower, but when a small, remote tourism complex in a Brazilian nature reserve needed additional power supply, a conventional hydropower solution was deemed too expensive. A more affordable option came in the form of a KSB centrifugal pump driving an electric motor acting as a generator. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:57:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23284/hydropower-from-ksb-pumps-as-turbines/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23114/refurbishment-for-a-bristol-sewage-plant/ Bedford Pumps contributed to an extensive refurbishment of Ashton Avenue sewage pumping station, one of Wessex Water's largest and most critical facilities in the Bristol region. Included was the installation of three storm pumps and two dry-weather flow pumps, plus condition monitors, on time and under budget. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:28:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/23114/refurbishment-for-a-bristol-sewage-plant/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22930/pumps-and-process-energy-optimization-from-schneider-electric/ Pumps represent a significant target for energy savings. The need to measure, monitor and manage consumption is viewed as an integral part of all process systems. Here, Jack Creamer from Schneider demonstrates that a process energy optimization approach can allow energy consumption to be analysed and managed, giving potential efficiency gains of up to 30%. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:10:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22930/pumps-and-process-energy-optimization-from-schneider-electric/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22929/diaphragms-enhance-gas-production/ Horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing technologies grant access to natural gas encased in shale formations. However, this is just the start of overcoming challenges associated with a shale well’s 20 plus year life expectancy. New diaphragm pump technology from Neptune Pump Company is providing solutions to the harsh realities of shale well production. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22929/diaphragms-enhance-gas-production/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22637/shell-hydraulic-fluids-a-new-generation/ At the heart of any hydraulic system, pumps are exposed to severe wear by running at high revolutions over extended periods of time, often handling high temperatures and pressures. Today, some of the latest lubrication science is creating even greater benefits from this often-forgotten component, says Shell's Mark Draper. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:17:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22637/shell-hydraulic-fluids-a-new-generation/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22636/reducing-pressure-increase-efficiency-with-sulzer/ Some industrial processes require the throttling of high pressure fluids. Hydraulic power recovery turbines can convert the excess pressure into mechanical shaft energy and increase the overall process efficiency. Here, Ron Adams from Sulzer Pumps looks at how reverse running pumps can be used as turbines as an economical solution to recover energy. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:15:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22636/reducing-pressure-increase-efficiency-with-sulzer/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22480/quality-inspection-from-a-single-source/ In oil and gas pipes, the quality of the root pass of a weld is critical to the structural integrity of the girth weld. Optical Metrology Services Limited (OMS) discusses how video inspection and internal weld scanning tools are being used to check weld quality on pipes and other deep sea subsea oil and gas structures. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22480/quality-inspection-from-a-single-source/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22479/energy-optimization-for-grundfos-booster-sets/ C. Kallesøe, J. Aarestrup and K. Rokkjær of Grundfos analyse the control and design of booster sets from an energy perspective. They investigate how the structure and control can be used to minimize energy consumption, and demonstrate that equally sized pumps equipped with speed control and running at the same speed are a safe design choice. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:58:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22479/energy-optimization-for-grundfos-booster-sets/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22340/small-armstrong-footprint-for-campus-development/ When it came to choosing an HVAC system for a prestigious European development project, the contractors had to obtain low carbon, highly energy efficient equipment, and to make optimum use of space at this central London site. The space-saving features of the HVAC equipment manufacturer Armstrong were particularly valuable for this project. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:58:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22340/small-armstrong-footprint-for-campus-development/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22337/surge-protection-in-tall-buildings/ As water companies reduce water pressure in the domestic mains to reduce leakages, tall buildings are becoming reliant on booster pumps to provide water at sufficient pressure to enable normal daily living. This has revealed a potential threat – hydraulic shock, says Gary Wheatley from Wilo (U.K.) Ltd. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22337/surge-protection-in-tall-buildings/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22194/john-crane-dry-split-seal-is-the-perfect-deal/ The pumping of high temperature titanium tetrachloride can cause manufacturing and safety issues. So how can we ensure that manufacturing processes are safe from chemical attack? The combination of a John Crane 3740D seal and DuPont’s Vespel bearing sleeve material resulted in total success, as Vic Lundberg reports. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:29:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22194/john-crane-dry-split-seal-is-the-perfect-deal/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22193/harmonics-can-ruin-your-power-supply/ Harmonic distortion is a form of pollution in the electricity supply that can make equipment behave erratically. They can be difficult to identify and users often attribute the symptoms to other causes, frequently applying mitigating action that fails to solve the problem. Here, ABB gives a few examples of how harmonics can be effectively dealt with if properly identified. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22193/harmonics-can-ruin-your-power-supply/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22051/san-tai-efficiency-for-taiwan-power-plant/ It is often said that the bigger the project the bigger the potential energy savings. This is true for the Datan power plant, the largest of its kind in north Taiwan. Part of the reason for its success is the use of 12 sets of highly efficient, corrosion-resistant, low maintenance San Tai centrifugal water pumps giving an efficiency of 89%. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:59:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22051/san-tai-efficiency-for-taiwan-power-plant/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22050/using-motors-to-detect-centrifugal-degradation/ Centrifugal pumps are widely used in industry and many are driven by induction motors. Failure due to pump bearing degradation would result in an unscheduled shutdown leading to production and revenue losses. Parasuram Harihara from Corning Incorporated and Alexander Parlos from Texas A&M propose a technique to detect bearing deterioration using the motor’s electrical signals. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:46:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/22050/using-motors-to-detect-centrifugal-degradation/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21744/vsd-energy-savings-in-submersible-systems/ While considerable energy savings can be achieved by installing variable speed drives in standard pump systems, VSDs are less common in submersible applications, being more difficult to implement. However, it is well worth the effort as the energy savings and process improvements can be enormous. Here, ABB examines the main factors to consider. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:30:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21744/vsd-energy-savings-in-submersible-systems/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21742/optimizing-centrifugal-process-speed-and-efficiency/ Jeremy Salisbury from Brammer UK shows how ensuring that a centrifugal process pump operates at optimum speed and efficiency is key to maintaining productivity, reducing energy consumption and maximizing product life. He examines the technologies available to optimize operation and reliability, and the paybacks achievable through investment in appropriate control. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:27:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21742/optimizing-centrifugal-process-speed-and-efficiency/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21437/stormwater-tank-design-the-grundfos-way/ Increasingly, cities and low-lying areas are at risk of sewer overflow from extreme rainfall. Stormwater tanks can help reduce the impact of extreme climatic events by holding back excess stormwater and contaminants. This protects the environment and makes possible the intelligent management of stormwater flows, resulting in savings on infrastructure investments. Now Grundfos has developed a handbook informing engineers about tank design and optimisation. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:28:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21437/stormwater-tank-design-the-grundfos-way/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21288/watson-marlow-pumps-suit-high-tech-process-plant/ Tasked with replacing ageing pumps at a UK Advanced Water Treatment Works (AWTW), engineering, consulting and construction company Black & Veatch opted to install a number of peristaltic models from Watson-Marlow. Offering continuous, high pressure and quick release functionality, the new pumps have slotted comfortably into their high-tech surroundings, which is one of Thames Water's flagship process plants. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21288/watson-marlow-pumps-suit-high-tech-process-plant/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21287/widethroat-offers-waste-oil-solution/ An unwelcome by product of the oil production process is solid waste and waste oil. One option is to bury it and risk the consequential impact on the environment. However, another option is to incinerate the waste and this is just what happened at a site in Papua, New Guinea. Here we tell how a Mono Widethroat Waste Oil Incinerator Feed progressing cavity (pc) pump reduced the environmental impact of a waste plant. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:56:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/21287/widethroat-offers-waste-oil-solution/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20676/flushing-system-to-clean-lifting-station/ To keep wastewater lifting stations operating at peak efficiency it is necessary that they remain clean. Caprari with more than 60 years in designing, manufacturing and installing pumping, mixing and aeration equipment, has contributed towards the creation of a ‘flushing system’. It includes a number of features that are designed to offer significant improvements. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20676/flushing-system-to-clean-lifting-station/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20675/api-675-test-bed-for-prominent-process-pumps/ ProMinent has invested around €500,000 in a new pump test bench which is enabling it to undertake further development of its process metering pumps. This includes even the highest performance ranges and pumps to meet API 675 guidelines, thereby ensuring that process safety is guaranteed when metering and handling flammable, toxic, solids-laden or highly viscous fluids. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:55:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20675/api-675-test-bed-for-prominent-process-pumps/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20673/ksb-aids-polish-wastewater-upgrade/ When the wastewater and effluent infrastructure of the historic city of Krakow in Poland was in urgent need of renewal and updating, the main objectives being to improve the treatment of sewage which eventually flows into the Baltic Sea. A number of KSB's sewage submersible pumps and mixers were used to fulfil this objective. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:38:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20673/ksb-aids-polish-wastewater-upgrade/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20674/danfoss-piston-pumps-run-for-23-000-hours-with-almost-no-wear/ Residents of Elbow Cay, Bahamas rely on reverse osmosis for most fresh water, often supplied by fixed displacement axial piston pumps for new and retrofit installations. One Danfoss unit recently attained 23,000 hours of use – 15,000 more than its guarantee and is still in excellent shape. World Pumps talks to James Graham and Gary Ford. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:46:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20674/danfoss-piston-pumps-run-for-23-000-hours-with-almost-no-wear/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20577/safe-drinking-water-from-grundfos-range/ Since the Haiti earthquake in January 2010, contaminated water has been a contributing factor in the wide spread of cholera. Insufficient power supplies and water shortages are two major factors which needed to be overcome. Grundfos provided rotor and centrifugal pumping systems which combat these problems by using solar and wind energy. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:57:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20577/safe-drinking-water-from-grundfos-range/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20292/cutting-downtime-with-mono-transfer-pump/ A Thames Water sewage treatment works in London was experiencing too much downtime due to maintenance. A new pump was needed which could improve efficiency and reduce downtime without presenting difficulties during installation. The selected NOV Mono EZstrip progressive cavity pump has proven easy to dissemble, de-rag and maintain. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20292/cutting-downtime-with-mono-transfer-pump/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20136/installing-abs-irrigation-schemes-in-kenya/ Long-term water shortages and an aging infrastructure system mean Kenya is in need of new water supply facilities. Local institutions came together to begin the refurbishment and reinstallation of effective pumping systems, beginning with a rice irrigation scheme. After ABS replaced worn out submersible water pumps, an increase in rice production was noted. Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/20136/installing-abs-irrigation-schemes-in-kenya/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/19822/blackmer-sliding-vane-pumps-at-propane-facility/ A gas bulk plant in the United States required a valve upgrade to meet new fire and safety regulations. The company took this opportunity to commission the design and installation of new motors, tanks and Blackmer's sliding vane pumps as well. Since installation, the modernised plant now produces propane more efficiently and cost-effectively. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:31:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/19822/blackmer-sliding-vane-pumps-at-propane-facility/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12918/separating-waste-with-automation/ A European waste facility required automation and control equipment to separate paper from commercial and industrial waste. A compact one-stop solution was chosen. Sourcing the technology from one company meant the installation of the various components was straightforward and enabled the control system to be replicated at two further facilities. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12918/separating-waste-with-automation/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12916/bearings-designed-for-abrasive-liquids/ Particulates in the water of a central production plant in Kansas City, USA, were causing bushings to fail after 30 months. A natural rubber-based, self-lubricating bearing material was suggested as a replacement. The outcome was a five year period without any performance problems and an estimated saving of approximately US$60,000. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:36:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12916/bearings-designed-for-abrasive-liquids/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12913/drive-system-for-caisson-refurbish/ As part of the upgrade of a busy European port, the lock's caissons had to be refurbished. A weatherproof pump was required which would empty the caissons within a three hour window of opportunity. The supplied pump achieved this without the expense of having to take the lock out of service. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:30:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12913/drive-system-for-caisson-refurbish/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12912/processing-water-from-an-open-pit/ A Mexican gold mine required a number of products and services for the facility's process pump applications. It was important that the pumps could handle the abrasive mine water and could adapt to varying conditions. A reclaim water pumping system provided the answer and enabled water to be reused throughout the facility. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:15:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12912/processing-water-from-an-open-pit/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12401/automating-sewage-treatment-processes/ A European sewage treatment works was undergoing a major plant upgrade. The main improvements involved the automation of the treatment processes to enable increased efficiency and reduced energy consumption. The impact of installing intelligent electric actuators improved the plant's process integrity, audit ability, reliability and ensured accurate process control. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:47:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12401/automating-sewage-treatment-processes/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12400/control-system-win-for-pumping-station/ With eight skips' worth of ragging being removed from a Scottish water treatment works on a weekly basis, continual pump blockages, flooding of local businesses, pollution of the seafront and odours were not uncommon. However, a new pump control system has helped resolve this without the need for a single reactive maintenance call-out. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:41:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12400/control-system-win-for-pumping-station/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12327/saving-energy-at-a-recirculation-plant/ A sewage treatment plant in Denmark needed to rebuild four process tanks to reduce energy consumption. A cost-effective solution was chosen which involved the installation of one propeller mixer in each tank. After two months of operation, anticipated energy savings at the plant were met and exceeded. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:41:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12327/saving-energy-at-a-recirculation-plant/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12326/integrating-fuel-oil-systems-in-one-unit/ A gas-turbine supplier was incurring costs for providing the end-user with separate equipment. To rectify this, the supplier sourced a company to design and implement an entire fuel oil system which would deliver more value. The outcome was a solution which combined a smaller footprint with built-in cost benefits. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:34:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12326/integrating-fuel-oil-systems-in-one-unit/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12325/streamlining-mixing-and-digest-processes/ Converting organic waste material into re-usable energy is an important part of the UK government's overall strategy for achieving targets for zero food and packaging into landfill by 2015. In Wales, a company installing mixing systems for anaerobic digesters found ways to streamline the process and ensure future improvements could be added easily. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12325/streamlining-mixing-and-digest-processes/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12235/measuring-liquid-in-half-filled-pipes/ A wastewater treatment plant needed to measure the volume of liquid in partially filled pipes. Inaccurate flow measurements in a particularly troublesome section of piping forced the plant to run on manual mode. The installation of electromagnetic flowmeters provided accurate, continuous measuring over the entire pipe cross-section and enabled the switch to automatic mode. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:23:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/12235/measuring-liquid-in-half-filled-pipes/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11668/controlling-water-ingress-in-a-tunnel/ A Swiss project to extend the rail infrastructure required tunnelling beneath a river. Pumps were needed which would cope with the possible danger of flooding during construction. A solution was found which removed residual water reliably and effectively and was able to be fitted with a tailor-made system in just three weeks. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:19:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11668/controlling-water-ingress-in-a-tunnel/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11666/reducing-blockages-at-a-pumping-station/ An Irish pumping station was experiencing an excessive number of call-outs to remove blockages from ragging. Local council engineers introduced software attached to an AC drive which has the ability to predict, monitor and initiate maintenance on-site. Since installation, energy consumption and maintenance costs have been noticeably reduced. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11666/reducing-blockages-at-a-pumping-station/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11560/flexibility-with-low-viscosity-products/ The manufacture of medicines and creams has its own set of correct production methods and requires a gentle, low shear product handling capability of the pumps used. The installation of the MasoSine pumps at a UK pharmaceutical company contributed towards extensive increases in throughput over the course of the following five years. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:33:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11560/flexibility-with-low-viscosity-products/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11558/increasing-efficiency-and-audience-comfort/ A Munich theatre built more than 250 years ago needed a revamp to make it more energy efficient. During a four-year renovation, the opportunity was taken to install new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems. The combination of pump technology and automation resulted in reduced power consumption and improved comfort for the audience. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11558/increasing-efficiency-and-audience-comfort/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11557/green-water-delivery-for-winter-olympics/ The organisers of this year's Winter Olympic Games demanded as much from its water infrastructure as did its competitors. A reliable, environmentally friendly water solution was required, which would remain viable long after the games had ended. This goal was achieved with the installation of a range of energy and space saving solutions. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:16:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11557/green-water-delivery-for-winter-olympics/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11480/energy-savings-with-variable-speed-drives/ A European brick manufacturer sought to uphold its environmental ethos by reducing energy consumption at its plant. An independent audit revealed the fans used in the brick firing process were high energy users. Since introducing variable speed drives and damper controls to the fans, the brickworks has experienced savings in power, carbon and money. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:26:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11480/energy-savings-with-variable-speed-drives/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11478/turning-tallow-oil-into-biodiesel-fuel/ Faced with mounting fuel costs, one man and his wife decided to set up a biodiesel plant in their garage. From these small beginnings grew a fully fledged production facility. To ensure a smooth operation, Blackmer ProVane Pumps were chosen for their methanol recovery, high-speed truck loading and transfer rate applications. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:18:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11478/turning-tallow-oil-into-biodiesel-fuel/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11474/packaged-plant-saves-police-energy/ By replacing its old oil-fired boiler house with four new offsite manufactured packaged plant rooms, including a number of new pumps, Lancashire Constabulary has reduced its Hutton Hall energy bills by over £245,000 per year and its CO2 emissions by 744 tonnes annually. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:52:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11474/packaged-plant-saves-police-energy/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11470/repairing-corrosion-at-a-power-station/ A coal-fired generating station in Arizona required extensive repairs and upgrades. Chemical attack and the subsequent corrosion had to be tackled to prevent a repeat of a catastrophic failure experienced in 1999. The problem was remedied by repairing the effected systems and components and providing a coating to prevent further corrosion. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:41:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/11470/repairing-corrosion-at-a-power-station/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10321/reducing-water-in-an-activated-sludge-tank/ A small wastewater treatment plant in Switzerland needed an economical solution to tackle the initial stages of the process. The company found the answer in space-saving FHP pumps, utilizing a total of five at the plant. Since installation, the pumps have run continuously and without fault, only requiring scheduled maintenance. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:31:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10321/reducing-water-in-an-activated-sludge-tank/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10320/clearing-the-blockages-and-sealing-the-leaks/ A European sewage treatment works was experiencing problems with constant blockages and leaking glands. Access difficulties meant that maintenance costs were high. The installation of Vaughan Chopper Pumps achieved significant savings on labour and electricity consumption. Later, retrofitting proved to be self financing with payback within a year. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:20:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10320/clearing-the-blockages-and-sealing-the-leaks/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10319/peristaltic-solution-keeps-plant-efficient/ A US city required a pump capable of accurately dosing 15% sodium hypochlorite for their new wastewater treatment plant. Pumping this anti-bacterial chemical can cause vapour lock in some systems, but choosing a peristaltic pump helped ensure efficiency and provided a hygienic and leak-free solution. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10319/peristaltic-solution-keeps-plant-efficient/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10240/water-access-in-remote-locations/ Flexibility is key when supplying the power to help access the water supply in a variety of different duties, from an African desert to organic farming in the UK. Grundfos' solar power systems were able to help the clients in each case extract the water they needed to make their businesses succeed. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:27:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10240/water-access-in-remote-locations/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10236/makeover-for-old-drainage-pumps/ Three 70 year old drainage pumps were unable to cope when flooding occurred at a UK power station in 2007. After complete replacement proved impossible due to the age of the pumps. AxFlow engineers examined the system and decided to fit a range of vital bearing and impeller parts which brought the vintage pumps back to required efficiency. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:14:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10236/makeover-for-old-drainage-pumps/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10232/system-transportation-in-a-compact-package/ A crude oil processing vessel off the Norwegian coast required high-pressure pumps to extract natural gas. The expense of the limited floor space onboard was combated by shipping very compact monoblock diaphragm pumps. With the help of a police escort the packaging units were successfully delivered, allowing for increased productivity onboard. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 10:59:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10232/system-transportation-in-a-compact-package/ http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10230/keeping-things-on-an-even-keel/ Constructing a massive off-shore liquid gas project required transporting temporary living quarters to the site by barge. During loading, the barge had to remain at a constant level with the wharf. To keep the barge steady, pumps had to fill the ballast tanks at a similar flow rate and SPP's Autoprime range fitted the bill. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://www.worldpumps.com/view/10230/keeping-things-on-an-even-keel/