26 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk February/March 2025 Process, Controls & Plant Focus on: Pumps & Valves These systems continuously monitor and adjust the pump’s operation based on real-time data, such as flow rate, pressure and fluid levels. This ensures optimal energy usage and improves system reliability by preventing issues like cavitation, overheating, or unnecessary wear on the pump. For systems that use multiple pumps, Pump Genius is a highly advanced solution, capable of controlling up to six pumps in a coordinated system. This software balances wear and tear by rotating pumps in and out of operation and adjusting their speeds to meet system needs. It also provides real-time alerts of potential issues, such as overpressure or low flow, helping operators address problems before inefficiencies or unplanned downtime occur?. Modern VSD systems offer the advantage of integrating intelligent motion controllers, which handle complex tasks that previously required programmable logic controllers (PLCs). This integration simplifies system design and improves performance by enabling each pump to operate autonomously within the overall network, reducing the need for highperformance communication systems. In conditions where the water level drops or there isn’t enough water to meet the throughput demand, VSDs provide dry-run protection to prevent costly damage to the pump. The system’s sensor network can detect a drop in water level or pressure, prompting the VSD to adjust the flow rate or shut down the pump altogether if necessary. This proactive control not only extends the pump’s lifespan but also safeguards the entire pumping system from operational disruptions. Sustainability in industrial processes doesn’t have to come at the cost of efficiency or performance. With advanced drive technology and intelligent control systems, businesses can have the best of both worlds — optimising their pump systems to reduce energy usage while maintaining reliable and effective operations. For further information please visit: https://www.technidrive.co.uk/ Certified Pump System Auditor Course For more informa琀on call 0121 601 6691, scan code for the training guide or email: training@bpma.org.uk Independent Pump Training from 4 day course Classroom & hands on training Held at BPMA O ces West Bromwich B70 6PY
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