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Pumps are arguably the most common machine in power and process industry, and major consumers of energy, yet relatively little information is available on the application of predictive maintenance/condition monitoring to them. When deterioration in performance of a centrifugal pump causes a drop in plant production, overhaul is readily justified, as its cost is usually small in proportion.

Figure 1: ebm-papst EC fans and motors come with in-built electronics

Fans in industrial applications

by Staff Writer

July 4, 2013

By Dr Simon Bradwell, Fan Manufacturers Association and ebm-papst A&NZ Big cooling tasks need great technology, at the highest efficiency...

Energy efficient motors

by Staff Writer

June 29, 2013

By Jari Korkiakangas, ABB A new generation of high performance motors based on synchronous reluctance technology is now emerging. Jari...

Xylem releases intelligent pumping control system

by Staff Writer

June 23, 2013

Pumping applications for irrigation water supply, recreational turf, building services or domestic supply needs can achieve improved efficiencies and usually...

City of Sydney retrofits buildings with variable speed drives

by Staff Writer

June 17, 2013

Electricity use in the City of Sydney’s buildings has dropped significantly with new figures revealing savings of as much as...

Figure 2. High power pump fitted with fixed unit for continuous monitoring.

Thermodynamic performance testing and monitoring

by Staff Writer

April 25, 2013

By Malcolm Robertson, Managing Director, Robertson Technology Pty Ltd, Joondalup, WA Many organisations are attempting to improve the energy efficiency...