BOILERS, PUMPS & VALVES
PUMP SOLUTION HARNESSES THE POWER OF THE SUN
Using the power of locally generated renewable energy, Control Techniques’ new Solar Pump Solution is a reliable and eco-friendly alternative for pumping systems in remote and challenging environments
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ith 20% of all global electric consumption attributed to pumping systems, the need for continuous, energy-efficient, pumping solutions has never been
more critical. To meet the demands, Control Techniques has introduced the Solar Pump Solution. Proving beneficial for irrigation, for instance, the pump harnesses the power of the sun
to get water to where it needs to be – including in remote and challenging environments – irrespective of power infrastructure, availability and the associated costs. In addition to significantly reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional
electric pumps, the Solar Pump Solution converts previously unserviceable locations into areas where water can be transported to for purification or irrigation purposes, the company explains. By using the Solar Pump Solution, customers are able to operate efficiently whether on or off the grid. Once set up, the drive can be configured to automatically connect to grid power for operation outside daylight hours or as a ’Hybrid’ system, blending solar and grid sources to achieve maximum benefit of their solar investment without affecting performance.
COMPATIBLE DRIVES Full control of the system is ensured by features such as DC bus control loop, Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) and low irradiation start/stop. Furthermore, the Solar Pump Solution can control the most efficient motors available, meeting IE5 efficiency levels, such as the Nidec Leroy Somer Dyneo+ hybrid permanent-magnet motor. Compatible drives for the Solar Pump Solution include the compact General Purpose Commander C. Offering quick start up and flexible connectivity, this combines efficiency and reliability to offer optimum performance for solar pump applications. Also compatible is the Unidrive M600, which allows customers to achieve maximum
flow control using advanced motor control algorithms for water management flexibility. This improves energy efficiency by up to 98% in all applications by minimising losses during the conversion process, the company adds. All Unidrive M600 drives conform to safety standards with direct safety system integration.
EMBEDDED FEATURES To ensure systems are protected, downtime is avoided, and onsite maintenance costs are kept to a minimum, the embedded features in the Solar Pump Solution include controlled pressure ramp-up when filling pipes; pump dry-run prevention; no-flow protection and tank-full/well dry control; cleansing cycles to clear the pump impeller to avoid blockages; and sleep mode to further minimise energy consumption.
Control Techniques T: 01686 612000
www.ControlTechniques.com
“With 20% of all global electric consumption attributed to pumping systems, the need for continuous, energy-efficient pumping solutions has never been more critical”
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ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS - Spring 2024
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