FEATURE
Technology you should invest in Inverter drives: Using inverter drives to control pump speed based on demand can significantly improve efficiency and reduce wear and tear, extending the pump's lifespan.
Use of energy-efficient motors: Upgrading to high- efficiency motors (like IE4 or IE5) can reduce energy consumption and enhance the overall performance - you will save around 20% in energy costs straight off the bat.
Upgrading to intelligent pumps: Using intelligent pumps that can optimise energy efficiency and perform self-cleaning cycles reduces the need for frequent maintenance and enhances longevity. Check out Xylem’s intelligent wastewater pumps here.
Remote monitoring systems: Investing in smart controls and monitoring systems allows you to log onto booster sets and wastewater pump stations from your desk and see a real-time display of what’s going on in those systems. Issues can be flagged before the customer even knows about them.
Payback periods and budget constraints Companies such as deckpro pumps offer energy-saving calculations free of charge, which enables you to make informed decisions based on payback periods and present accurate insights to your investors. Calculating payback can be a fine art and there’s never guarantees, because there are so many moving parts to consider (such as your cost per kilowatt hour, your unit cost, and how often you run the pumps). But, with the use of smart calculators these estimates are becoming more accurate.
Even small changes - ones that won't break the bank - can deliver incredible savings over time (e.g. retrofitting a new invertor drive to an old pump system).
But budget constraints are not the only challenge we face when adopting smart technologies. Some technology is difficult to implement. For example, variable speed drives have the potential to control temperature, flow and pressure, as well as adjusting speed according to demand. Yet, these features are regularly under-utilised, and the investment is partly wasted as a result.
Modern ABB inverters will usually include a built-in clock, calendar and timer, embedded communication protocols, pre-programmed macros and even a swinging choke. By fully leveraging these features, you will significantly enhance the performance of pump systems – improving the efficiency of your whole building.
Future trends There are so many opportunities to invest in smarter solutions. With a little more upfront investment, you’ll make substantial long-term savings. Calculating ROI and ensuring these investments are used to their potential is a challenge, though, and that’s where specialists like deckpro pumps can help.
Free of charge, you can request for a member of their team visits site and carries out a full survey, indicating everywhere you could be making savings or system improvements.
You will be provided with an efficiency assessment and service plan that includes recommendations on how to enhance durability and performance of your pumps.
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