Permanent Magnet (ECM) Pump Motors to 15 Horsepower

In 2017, Grundfos released it’s new line of integrated VFD motors with Permanent Magnet (ECM) motors on all HYDRO MPC-E booster pump packages up to 15 HP. Since then, it has released ECM motors to 15HP on PACO LCSE base-mounted end suction pumps, PACO VLSE inline pumps as well as Grundfos CRE inline multi-stage pump, Grundfos TPE inline single-stage pumps and Grundfos CME end suction multi-stage pumps for 460V, 3-phase power.

Grundfos has now expended the line for low-voltage 208-230V, 3-phase power for all integrated VFD pumps from 1.5HP to 7.5HP for all 3600 RPM models. When pared with MAGNA3 circulator pumps, Grundfos continues to expand it’s industry-leading portfolio of integrated VFD and permanent magnet motors.

Permanent Magnet Motor Technology

Traditional AC motors rely on the motor stator to induce current into the motor rotor in order to create the rotor’s magnetic field, which causes the motor to turn.

Permanent magnet motors utilize powerful rare-earth magnets in the rotor. With a permanent magnet motor, input current is only required to create the magnetic field in the stator. The rotor requires no external current. Eliminating the need to induce current into the rotor allows for significant energy savings when operating an electric motor.

Grundfos MLE Motor Advangeges

The new MLE motors exceed IE5 motor efficiency standards, set by the International Electrotechnical Commission, currently the highest efficiency level worldwide for electrical motors. Premium efficient motors are currently rated IE3. The MLE represent two levels above NEMA Premium Efficiency and have combined efficiency (motor + drive) above NEMA Premium Efficient motor resulting in additional energy savings of 7-10% over a traditional AC motor used with a variable frequency drive (VFD).

The Grundfos MLE motor incorporates impressive capabilities and upgrades. Some of these key capabilities are:

• Single point power connection with integrated VFD to speed installation
• Onboard Graphical User Interface
• Integrated graphical control panel with flow, kW, temperature interface and outputs via Modbus, BACnet, LON and others
• Built in heat energy meter as well as flow limiting functions which eliminate the need for a pump throttling or control valve
• Grundfos GO capability to communicate and control the MLE via your cell phone

For More Information Contact

Reid Crandall Commercial / Industrial Engineered Systems, Engineers, Contractors E: rcrandall@bbcpump.com

Brian Adika Commercial / Industrial End Users, Western Indiana E: badika@bbcpump.com

Nick Dickos Commercial / Industrial End Users, Eastern Indiana E: ndickos@bbcpump.com

or sales@bbcpump.com

Learn and Earn IDEM Continuing Education Technical Units

BBC Pump will be offering an symposium in June of 2018 allowing attendees to earn up to four hours of Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) continuing education technical credit.

Register for the Learning Symposium Now

While anyone is invited to attend, these sessions will be especially valuable for operators of Municipal and Industrial waste water facilities who require continuing education units in order to maintain their operators license.

All four one-hour educational sessions will be presented in one day. Attendees can choose between three different days to attend:

• Tuesday June 12, 2018
• Wednesday June 13, 2018
• Thursday June 14, 2018

Each day, the attending group will gather and break down into four smaller groups that will rotate between the four breakout sessions throughout the day. Each group will be provided individual attention with opportunity to ask questions and learn how this information can apply directly to their individual needs.

Seating is limited. If you wish to attend please contact your BBC Pump sales representative or register via the form below.

Session Descriptions

Sealing & Water Reduction Strategies in Water & Wastewater

Although the cost of a seal is a relatively small percentage of the overall cost of a pump, 70 – 80% of all unscheduled pump shutdowns are seal or packing related! So why are the selection and a clear specification of a sealing strategy critical?

We will review the common sealing approaches currently employed, mechanical packing and seals, describing the benefits and liabilities of each. We’ll also talk about environmental controls and water management. Historically, seal (flush) water use was vital to the proper functioning of packing and seals. Typically that water use per pump is measured in gallons per minute. Yet today, there is an ever increasing demand to reduce the water footprint of treatment and processing operations. We will review options to reduce or in some cases eliminate seal water in treatment operations.

Presenter – Paul Keough is Chesterton’s Marketing Development Manager for the Water and Wastewater Industry. He has been with the company for 19 years and has been in the fluid sealing industry for 38 years. Prior to his current position, Paul was the Business Development Manager for Chesterton, responsible for North American engineering firms in the Mining and Wastewater Industries. He has done sealing presentations to firms such as Fluor, AMEC, Tetra Tech, CDM Smith, Arcadis, AECOM to name a few.

Advantages of Automatic Lubrication Dispensing Systems and Bearing Housing Protection

Common sense, and practical maintenance techniques as to how to improve rotating equipment reliability utilizing improved bearing housing protection, and automatic lubrication dispensing technologies. This session will also address corrosion control in bearing housings, chain drives/wire ropes, and bolting & fasteners.

Presenter – Peter Schamel has worked with the Chesterton for over 30 years focusing on rotating and reciprocating equipment reliability improvement techniques, with key end-user clients though out the Central United States. Peter’s practical, “hands on” experience across all types of Industries, and equipment applications, can provide “common sense” solutions to equipment root cause failure evaluations. Peter’s sessions provide valuable insight as to how to extend equipment reliability, enhance maintenance practices, and generate cost savings.

Advantages of Mechanical Seals and Learning How to Apply Them

This session will be “hands-on” training course, covering the basic 101’s of different mechanical seal types & designs (components, cartridges, split seals) and how to install seals for long term, leak free, service life. We will cover practical maintenance & operational techniques as to how to prepare a pump for mechanical seal installation, criteria for choosing the correct seal type and seal materials, and also instruct on how to determine the correct seal water flushing techniques, for both slurry and clean water applications.

Presenter – Tommy Thomas holds a BBA/MBA from the University of Houston. Joining Chesterton in 1997, Tommy has over 40 years in the pump and seal industry. He has held positions in sales, design, manufacturing, applications, as well as extensive field applications, training, troubleshooting and service experience. Tommy has published articles in various industry publications and has been an instructor and speaker at the Texas A&M Pump Symposium.

Pump Efficiency Improvement through Epoxy Coatings

Did you know, a 2002 study led by the Federal Highway Administration and NACE International estimated the annual cost of corrosion in the United States to be $276bn? Of that total, $36bn came solely from the water and wastewater industry. The EPA estimates another $4B is spent annually in energy costs associated with fluid pumping in this industry. This is between 80%-90% of the total energy spend within these facilities. A simple reduction of 10% annually across the industry could save $400 million.

This session will discuss: basic understanding of the corrosion process as it relates to rotating equipment in Water & Wastewater facilities; the impact of corrosion on performance in rotating equipment; understanding the differences between various, common types of polymeric technology and the best technologies for pump efficiency improvements; critical coating performance criteria and their impact on MTBR; and outline strategies for executing a coatings application for maximized reliability of the coating system and the equipment as a whole.

Presenter – Trent Elizondo is AW Chesterton’s Field Product Manager for Protective Coatings and Specialty Lubrication and has been in the Protective Coatings & Chemicals industry for over 11 years. He has also carries NACE CIP Level III & SSPC CCI Level II certifications for coatings inspection. During his career, he has held positions ranging from sales to application engineering & technical service providing a unique perspective on the challenges faced across many industries. Additionally, he has conducted seminars on coatings and lubrication related topics to various industry organizations, corporations & municipalities.

Contact sales@bbcpump.com for more information!

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Kelvion ULF Modular Dry Coolers Now Available in Indiana

Kelvion ULF modular dry coolers are now available through BBC Pump. Manufactured in Tulsa, OK, these new dry coolers will be a great addition to the BBC Pump and Equipment product offering.

ULF series dry coolers are applicable for both commercial HVAC and industrial applications, including:

• Healthcare
• Schools and Universities
• Data Center Cooling
• Power Generation
• Building HVAC
• Industrial Refrigeration
• and many more…

Kelvion dry coolers have been installed worldwide at facilities for Honeywell, Hilton, Nestle, Caterpillar, Heineken, Coca-Cola, Tate & Lyle and more.

The modular range can be customized per customer specification, while maintaining short lead times. Multiple fan types are available to best suit the application and optional fin materials and coatings are available for corrosion resistance.

All Kelvion ULF dry cooler units are UL listed for US and Canada.

https://www.kelvion.com/products/product/searle-lf/

Electrocell Systems was features in Chiller and Cooling Best Practices magazine with a write-up detailing successes in reduction of energy and water usage in cooling systems.

The article examines a Best Practices case at a facility in Connecticut and examines a condenser water system before and after installation of an Electrocell XCell-2000 package.

Learn more about Electrocell Systems and how they can help your facility reduce water and energy consumption in the Chiller and Cooling Best Practices article and here at BBCPump.com.