Outdated pump systems waste energy and money, and the latest VSD technology slashes costs, improves efficiency, and enhances reliability through the use of smarter controls.
With energy costs continually increasing, it is now more important than ever to keep track of energy usage and to implement efficiency solutions in all areas of power consumption. Electric motors account for approximately 85 per cent of the world’s power consumption and are expected to double by 2040. Pumping systems alone account for nearly 20 per cent of the world’s electrical energy demand.
In some industrial applications, pumping consumes 25 to 50 per cent of the available electricity. Over 80 per cent of this energy is wasted by oversized pumps and lack of control or non-efficient control, such as valve control.
Techtop has partnered with Invertek Drives in the UK and developed a dedicated pump control technology algorithm that pays for itself. Based on usage, companies can sometimes recoup their costs in less than six months.
The Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD can significantly reduce energy consumption and total system cost, simplify systems by eliminating complex control panels, and substantially improve process control & system reliability.
The system provides energy-efficient, consistent, matched, and pressurised water flow on demand while taking care of your equipment, thanks to built-in motor and pump protection, including dry run protection, pump prime, burst pipe detection and protection, load monitoring, blockage detection, and pump alternation on multi-pump systems.
The Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD offers solutions for a wide range of pumping applications and is ideal for standalone multi-pump booster systems that can be adapted to different requirements.
The Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD has a built-in Optiflow controller that is energy efficient, provides low harmonics, and is suitable for self-redundant or multi-pump cascade controllers. This provides an ideal solution for water pressure booster systems widely used in all pumping applications.
Designed to be easy to use, with a user-friendly interface and simple to commission, The Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD exists in three (3) different enclosure types: cabinet-mounted IP20, wall-mounted IP55 and IP66 outdoor rated. The IP66 version can be supplied with or without a front-mounted Mains line isolator, Start/Stop switch and speed control potentiometer. This makes installation as simple as possible, with less time installing ancillary contactors and switches.
Proven results
There have been several examples of the Techtop technology generating savings for its clients. In one case, a customer experienced a 36 per cent reduction in energy & reduced downtime on a high-powered water pump at a large water treatment plant. One major shopping centre found they were now saving an additional 30 per cent on their energy bills. An 18-hole golf course found a reduction in water and energy usage through the control of an irrigation system at an 18-hole golf course. A major hospital in the Middle East was able to secure a constant and reliable water supply with energy and cost savings. Finally, a 10-storey apartment block developed a continuous and reliable water supply for controlling 4kW pumps.
The Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD is rated to operate in ambient conditions from -100C to +500C and has optional Bluetooth connectivity. Use your smartphone or PC to wirelessly commission or check your drive.
Techtop TTA-3 Eco VSD has a useful motor preheat function that helps ensure moisture is not permitted to collect in the motor during periods of inactivity and before motor start-up.
The Techtop story so far
Techtop was founded by well-respected directors Rohan Pollard and Jeff Aird. In 2013, they entered a joint venture partnership with Shanghai Top Motor Company, China’s largest aluminium motors manufacturer. The combination of partnering with a leading global motor manufacturer and having Australia’s most experienced sales and engineering teams has seen the business grow to having warehouses and workshops in all states of Australia and several locations in New Zealand via the recent acquisition of John Brooks Ltd. Adding a leading manufacturer of Variable Speed Drives to match the motor range will ensure sustained growth into the future, as well as an extended warranty when purchased with a suitable Techtop motor.
Techtop Australia stock VSDs up to 160kW across our locations.
For more information, visit techtop.com.au
