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Focus on Pumps

| By Gerald Ondrey

Track pump operation with this monitoring system

This company has developed Smart Monitoring for its ecoflow and triplex metering and process diaphragm pumps (photo). A combination of sensors integrated into the pump and software-based evaluation provides the user with comprehensive information on the performance and condition of the pumps. Malfunctions and wear development are detected before they lead to unscheduled shutdown. Around 90% of malfunctions (for example, overpressure in the hydraulics, worn plunger rings or incorrect closing behavior of valves) can be detected at an early stage, says the company. — LEWA GmbH, Leonberg, Germany

www.lewa.de

Canned-motor pumps for high-temperature applications

With leakage-free, durable canned-motor pumps, this company offers a comprehensive pump concept that has several advantages over other pumping technologies in high-temperature applications. The performance range covers fluid temperatures up to 480°C, system pressures up to 120 MPa and power ratings up to 690 kW. For high-temperature applications, the company offers two designs: canned motor pumps with externally cooled motors and canned motor pumps with adequate internally cooled motors (photo). The rotor lining is manufactured using the extrusion process and, as a nickel-based alloy, is an essential part of the highly efficient canned motor. In the flameproof encapsulated version, the canned motor complies with the explosion protection according to E.U. Directive 2014 / 34 / EU. — Hermetic-Pumpen GmbH, Gundelfingen, Germany

www.hermetic-pumpen.com

New wireless sensor expands machine monitoring

This company has launched a new generation of technology for its i-Alert total-machine-health monitoring ecosystem. The i-Alert3 sensor (photo) is designed to monitor and log the vibration and temperature of any rotating machine more quickly, accurately and cost-efficiently. It identifies and diagnoses mechanical and electrical failures in pumps, motors and other industrial machines before they occur by using a wider vibration frequency range. The i-Alert3 sensor upgrades i-Alert’s condition-based monitoring solution, including the i-Alert mobile app, i-Alert gateway, and i-Alert AI Platform, with best-in-class automated machine-health diagnostics, says the company. Among the new features are a new magnetic flux sensor that includes electrical-health-analysis capabilities for motors. — ITT, Inc, Seneca Falls, N.Y.

www.itt.com

Pressure-booster systems for water supply applications

The new ready-to-connect pressure-booster systems of the Delta Macro type series (photo) are designed for large flowrates. The maximum flowrate per system is 960 m3/h and the maximum pump head is 160 m as standard. The ready-to-connect units operate fully automatically and are equipped with between two and six Movitec high-efficiency centrifugal pumps. The systems’ microprocessor control unit (Booster Command Pro+) starts and stops the pumps in line with demand, using either cascade control (F variant) or a frequency inverter for speed control (VC and SVP). A Modbus RTU interface provided as standard facilitates connection to external communication devices. — KSB SE & Co. KGaA, Frankenthal, Germany

www.ksb.com

A new range of vacuum pumps offer smart networking

Building on the GHS VSD+ range of variable-speed-driven (VSD) oil-injected screw vacuum pumps, this company has now introduced the new GHS 1402-2002 VSD+ series (photo). The GHS 1402 – 2002 VSD+ is available in three pumping-speed classes. In rough vacuum applications, the oil-injected pumps deliver a continuously high pumping speed — from atmospheric pressure to ultimate pressure. The pump features a new oil-injected screw element with compression-optimization valves that allow for high pumping speeds at rough vacuum. It is equipped with the company’s new vacuum controller, HEX@, making this pump ready for industry 4.0. — Atlas Copco Vacuum Solutions, Cologne, Germany

www.atlascopco.com

Immersion pumps with efficient motors

This company’s Series 700, 800 and 900 immersion sump pumps (photo) are available with variable-frequency drive (VFD) motors. These vertical immersion sump pumps built for sump drainage, flood control and process drainage meet U.S. EPA and OSHA requirements. Depending on the speed selected, the VFDs provide the capability of varying flow and head performance from a vertical pump. These motors offer a cost-effective method of varying the pump performance as desired while conserving energy consumption. The Series 800, for example, provide heads to 230 ft and up to 3,000 gal/min flowrates, and operate at temperatures to 350°F and pit depths to 26 ft. These vertical, immersion sump pumps have a semi­open impeller, external adjustment, and come standard with NEMA C face motors (VFD motors are optional). — Vertiflo Pump Company, Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio

www.vertiflopump.com

An expanded line of explosion-proof Roots pumps

Designed in accordance with the ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU1 and/or 1999/92/EC) with pressure-surge resistance of PN 16, Roots pumps from the OktaLine (photo) meet the very highest explosion-protection requirements. This series of pumps is now expanded, with pumping speeds ranging from 280 to 8,100 m3/h. With their magnetic coupling, OktaLine pumps are hermetically sealed and achieve extremely low leak rates of 10–6 Pa m 3/s. Compared to pumps with shaft seals, the OktaLine’s magnetic coupling achieves up to 20% lower operating costs and considerably reduced maintenance costs, says the company. The magnetic coupling eliminates the need for shaft seals. OktaLine ATEX pumps are pressure-surge resistant up to 1,600 kPa. — Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Asslar, Germany

www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com

Smart pump saves up to 30% in energy costs

The new xLC-select stator-adjustment system (photo) is said to be the world’s first autonomous system that automatically readjusts the pump, and thus reduces energy consumption. The xLC-select stator-adjustment system is an accessory for progressing cavity pumps that, based on algorithms, recognizes the optimal efficiency of the pump completely independently and adjusts the stator optimally to it. Not only are energy costs reduced by up to 30%, but the CO2 footprint is also significantly reduced, says the company. — Netzsch Pumpen & Systeme GmbH, Waldkraiburg, Germany

www.pumps-systems.netzsch.com

A range of centrifugal pumps for the CPI

This company offers a complete range of centrifugal pumps for the chemical process industries (CPI; photo). The pumps are ISO-2858 and ISO-5199 certified and can be offered in numerous configurations in terms of materials and mechanical-sealing configurations, virtually covering the entire range of API 682 standards used in the chemical and petrochemical industries. Pumps can be supplied with different impeller designs to get the maximum performance considering the pumped fluid characteristics. Magnetic drives and special configurations are available as options. A specific series for hot-oil pumping up to 365°C is ready for delivery. — Pompetravaini, Castano Primo (MI), Italy

www.pompetravaini.com

A new model of non-metallic AODD pumps

The new FTI Air FT025 1/4-in. air-operated, double-diaphragm (AODD) pump is manufactured from unfilled polypropylene (PP), unfilled polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) or conductive carbon-filled PP and features Santoprene or polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) diaphragms for maximum chemical compatibility. It offers 5.8 gal/min (22 L/min) maximum flow. The new 1/4-in. AODD plastic pump features a unique lubrication-free, non-stalling air valve that is simple, rugged and reliable, requiring no separate or mechanical pilot valve. The air valve contains fewer parts than alternatives, reducing maintenance time and costs. The pump also features a durable stainless-steel airline connection for maximum reliability. The FTI Air Model FT025 pump works with many fluids, including acids and bases, plating solutions, wastewater and solvents. — Finish Thompson Inc., Erie, Pa.

www.ftiair.com

Pumping system manages wastewater lift stations

The OverWatch direct inline pump system (photo) lifts influent at the point of entry, eliminating the wet well. Effluent is contained, eliminating odors and reducing maintenance. The stainless-steel body is designed to withstand the effects of corrosion from harsh materials and solutions, making OverWatch suitable for the municipal, industrial and commercial industries. The patented system lifts effluent directly at the point of entry, and a patented impeller/shredder cuts fibrous materials and other solids. Variable-speed drives are available for continuous modulated pumping directly from the effluent inlet to save energy. The system averts dangerous gases, such as H2S, and eliminates smells, while preventing sand and grease from accumulating. — Industrial Flow Solutions, New Haven, Conn.

www.flowsolutions.com

Vacuum technology supports explosion-proof conveying

The Multijector vacuum pumps (photo) feature patented technology based on the venturi principle that generates the high amounts of suction air and negative pressure needed to transfer powders and other bulk solids gently in dense phase. The vacuum pumps operate with compressed air, while eliminating the rotating parts, motors, lubricants and heat and ignition sources common to electromechanical pumps. A key part of removing any potential sources of ignition, the Multijector vacuum pumps allow explosion-proof, ATEX-certified conveying, even when conveying fine, ignitable powders and combustible dusts. The line of Multijector vacuum pumps comprises 12 different models in a choice of materials and optional configurations. The Multijector G Series four-stage ejector vacuum pumps and the Multijector MX Series three-stage ejector vacuum pumps offer a wide range of airflows to meet the requirements of each pneumatic-vacuum-conveying system. — Volkmann USA, Bristol, Pa.

www.volkmannusa.com

A new model added to this pump range

Following the earlier introduction of the CR 185 and CR 215 pumps, this company recently added the CR 255 pump (photo), with flow range capacities up to 240, 280 and 320 m3/h respectively. The new hydraulic design improves everything from impeller and guide vanes to inlet, discharge port, sleeve and diffuser, taking current energy efficiency and performance standards for vertical multi-stage inline pumps to the next level. To ensure maximum efficiency, the hydraulic design of the new CR range has been optimized to move liquids with as little friction and turbulence as possible, says the company. The shaft seal of the CR pumps is developed in-house and is available in various material combinations to suit different liquid, pressure and temperature requirements. Thanks to its balanced design, the CR seal can withstand a great amount of pressure and can expect a longer service life compared to other large pumps. The pumps also are designed to reduce the risk of cavitation and increase the robustness and lifecycle of the pump. — Grundfos, Bjerringbro, Denmark

www.grundfos.com

Save energy with this new synchronous motor

With ratings at IE 4 and IE 5, the SynRA (photo) is a patent-pending synchronous motor that, when paired with the company’s ID300 Perfectspeed integrated drive, is said to offer one of the highest efficiencies available for today’s industrial and commercial pumping and HVAC equipment. In addition to significant energy savings, this new technology offers the advantage of easy motor replacement, without having to install an entirely new system and controls, saving time and money. SynRA provides the operating benefit of a pure synchronous reluctance motor, and suitability benefit from a simple volts/Hz drive. The product’s Smart Technology results in less wear and tear on blower or pump systems by matching application demands with variable speed. — Nidec Motor Corp., St. Louis, Mo.

www.usmotors.com

Introducing a large mill-discharge slurry pump

The MDM900 mill-discharge slurry pump (photo) is the latest addition to this company’s flagship Mill Discharge (MD) pump series. The MDM900 is designed for heavy-duty use in concentrator plants, where capacity and wear-resistance are essential. The MDM900 is an all-metal, thick-walled, extra heavy-duty pump designed for extremely arduous mill-duty applications. The advanced design of the MDM900 enables minimized slurry velocities in the pumps, thus reducing the rate of wear significantly. This translates to increased uptime and productivity, says the company. The pump delivers flowrates up to 13,500 m³/h (60,000 gal/min) with heads up to 40 m (132 ft). Its impeller has a diameter of 2,100 mm (83 in.) and an inlet size of 900 mm (36 in.) — Metso Outotec Corp., Helsinki, Finland

www.mogroup.com

A compact vacuum pumping system for R&D

Launched last October, the Turbolab Core (photo) is a small, plug-and-play high-vacuum pumping system for research, laboratory and industrial applications. The compact tabletop unit fills the gap for entry-level vacuum needs that require a clean, dry, stable high- and ultra-high vacuum. The Turbolab series is now available in a total of five variants featuring Turbovac 90 i and 250 i backed by DIVAC 1.4, and now covers the complete application spectrum for R&D and analytical applications. — Leybold GmbH, Cologne, Germany

www.leybold.com

Configure the pump system needed with this package

The ElectricPAK (photo) is a modular offering of electric-driven pump packages that helps users get a pump and motor configuration onsite more quickly and efficiently than custom-built units. Each configured assembly includes a high-performance pump and electric motor that provides better flow, higher head and greater efficiency. The robust design also features a rigid motor stool that keeps the pump and motor permanently aligned. This feature eliminates the need for time-consuming alignment work or special tools upon delivery or when the unit is moved. This modular system can also be disassembled quickly and simply, for reduced service and maintenance hours. — Franklin Electric Co., Inc., Fort Wayne, Ind.

www.franklin-electric.com