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FROM THE EDITOR
s the air turns crisp and

the trees shed the seasons
leaves, the Pumps & Systems
team is catching up from
months of travel, networking
and participation in some of the
industrys most important trade
shows and events. From Houston
to New Orleans to Aston,
Pennsylvania, the team has been
hard at work to bring you the
stories and information that will Members of the Pumps & Systems team pose with the
Pump Ninja at this years WEFTEC in New Orleans, Louisiana.
help you improve the reliability
and performance of your pumping systems.
For those of you who were at this years WEFTEC in September, you may have noticed
a stealthy guest at the Pumps & Systems booth. The infamous Pump Ninja was there to
test readers knowledge to see if they, too, have mastered the art of pump operation,
control, maintenance and efficiency. If youd like to take the quiz and see how you rank,
visit pumpsandsystems.com/pumpninja. Tweet your level @pumpssystemsmag and use
#pumpninja, or email us at pumpeditors@cahabamedia.com.
Speaking of sharpening your pump skills and training toward mastery, Managing
Editor Martin Reed spent a day in October at the 11th Mid-Atlantic Pump & Process
Equipment Symposium at Geiger Pump & Equipments facility in Aston. There, he joined
more than 300 other industry professionals to participate in hands-on training and
learn how to overcome challenges end users may encounter in day-to-day operations.
For Martin, the opportunity enabled him to learn from experts and meet people just like
youpeople we hope to help as they read the pages of this publication. Special thanks
to Geiger President and Pumps & Systems Editorial Advisory Member Henry Peck for his
warm welcome and hospitality.
As many of you prepare to attend ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, Nov. 7-10, and Groundwater
Week in Las Vegas, Dec. 6-8, we bring you an issue dedicated to helping you solve your
chemical pumping challenges, as well as an entire section devoted to rugged technology
designed to tackle the industrys toughest stormwater and groundwater applications.
Turn to page 34 for four articles about equipment modifications and monitoring tools
to help pumping equipment withstand the harshest chemical environments. On page
22, youll learn about the new submersible shredders that help Denvers Major League
Baseball stadium handle runoff and the 200,000 gallons of water used for cleaning after
each event. You also dont want to miss the piece on page 31 that outlines how a NASA
facility in the Big Easy protects its operations from damaging floodwaters.
We hope you find the contents of this issue practical, helpful and educational, and we
look forward to hearing your feedback.
Thanks for reading,
Managing Editor, Amelia Messamore

amessamore@cahabamedia.com
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COVER
SERIES
NOVEMBER
Volume 24 Number 11
COLUMNS
CHEMICAL PUMPING
PUMPING PRESCRIPTIONS
12 By Lev Nelik, Ph.D., P.E.
Pumping Machinery LLC
42
Another Look at Optimizing

Pump Hydraulics
PUMP SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT

14 By Ray Hardee
Engineered Software Inc.

Benefits of Building an Accurate
Model of Piping Systems
COMMON PUMPING MISTAKES

16 By Jim Elsey
Summit Pump Inc.
When Is a Spare Not a Spare?
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
20 By Mike Pemberton
Pumps & Systems
The Growing Intelligence of

Chemical Injection Pumps
34 PERISTALTIC PUMPS OFFER SOLUTIONS IN CORROSIVE

& ABRASIVE PROCESSES
By Todd Loudin, Flowrox Inc.
One new design can pump up to 80 percent solids and flows up to 450
gpm with a single 4-inch-diameter peristaltic pump.
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FROM THE EDITOR

NEWS
TRADE SHOW PREVIEW
PRODUCTS
ADVERTISERS INDEX
PUMP USERS MARKETPLACE
PUMP MARKET ANALYSIS
37 USING PLASTIC AODD PUMPS FOR CHEMICAL APPLICATIONS

By Mike Sandlin, Graco Inc.
Small design modifications can eliminate chemical compatibility and

temperature concerns.
40 WIRELESS PDM SENSORS SAVE CHEMICAL PLANT $80,000 IN

LOST PRODUCTIVITY
By Matt Cowen, KCF Technologies

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Modern real-time monitoring allowed this plant to drastically improve

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SENSORS, SEALS
PUMP SELECTION
42 PIPELINE RECEIVES PUMP & SEAL IMPROVEMENTS

By Ken Babusiak, Hydro Inc.
& John Ciffone, John Crane
Seal upgrade and pump repair in the U.S. midwest boost efficiency and
reliability with minimal downtime.
DEWATERING AT MA JOR
LEAGUE BASEBALL STADIUM
PROTECTING NASA FACILIT Y

F ROM FLOODWATERS
A GUIDE TO ENERGY-EFFICIENT
SEALING SOLUTIONS
ON THE COVER
An isophorone
plant in Germany
(Courtesy of Evonik
Industries AG)
This issue
NOVEMBER
DEPARTMENTS
45 EFFICIENCY MATTERS
SPECIAL
SECTION
A Guide to Energy-Efficient
Sealing Solutions
By Richard Smith
AESSEAL
22 MLB STADIUM INSTALLS
SUBMERSIBLE SHREDDERS
FOR HIGH WATER VOLUMES
By Mike Bjorkman, BJM Corp.

Denvers Coors Field replaced old
chopper pumps in its underground
vault to better manage runoff,
potential flooding and the
200,000 gallons used for cleaning.
49 MAINTENANCE MINDERS
Smart Vibration Tools Bridge
the Gap Between Technicians
& Experts
By John Bernet
Fluke Corporation
26 NETHERLANDS MOBILE
EMERGENCY PUMPS PROVIDE

RAPID FLOOD RESPONSE
52 MOTORS & DRIVES
By Henno Schothorst,
BBA Pumps
The Western European nation has
20 mobile diesel-driven emergency
pumps on standby, ready to assist
in national and international
emergencies.
Understand the Effects of

Premium-Efficient Motors on
Older Pump Systems
By John Malinowski
Baldor Electric Company
22
55 SEALING SENSE
Back to Basics: Soft Gaskets

By Chett Norton
FSA Member,
Triangle Fluid Controls Ltd.
30 PUMP COMPANIES RESPOND TO LOUISIANA FLOOD DISASTER

Compiled By Pumps & Systems Staff
26
31 HOW A WET CLUTCH HELPS A

NASA FACILITY STAY DRY IN
THE BIG EASY
58 HI PUMP FAQS
By Ken Kelly,
Force Control Industries
Oil shear technology enables remote
actuation of stormwater drainage
pumps and reduces downtime
associated with maintenance.
Monitoring Power for

Rotodynamic Pump Conditions
& Design Considerations
for Slurry Pumping Systems
By Hydraulic Institute
EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD

THOMAS L. ANGLE, P.E., MSC, Vice
President Engineering, Hidrostal AG
BRYAN S. BARRINGTON, Machinery
Engineer, Lyondell Chemical Co.
RUSSELL SMITH, Business Dev.
Manager - Wastewater, Grundfos
Americas Corporation
R. THOMAS BROWN III, President,
Advanced Sealing International
(ASI)
CHRIS CALDWELL, Director of
Advanced Collection Technology,
Business Area Wastewater Solutions,
Sulzer Pumps, ABS USA
JACK CREAMER, Market Segment
Manager Pumping Equipment,
Square D by Schneider Electric
BOB DOMKOWSKI, Business

Development Manager Transport
Pumping and Amusement Markets/
Engineering Consultant, Xylem, Inc.,
Water Solutions USA Flygt
WALT ERNDT, VP/GM, CRANE Pumps
& Systems
JOE EVANS, Ph.D., Customer &
Employee Education, PumpTech, Inc.
LARRY LEWIS, President, Vanton
Pump and Equipment Corp.
WILLIAM LIVOTI, Business
Development Manager/Energy
Efficiency Specialist, WEG Electric
Corporation
TODD LOUDIN, President/CEO North

American Operations, Flowrox Inc.
MICHAEL MICHAUD, Executive
Director, Hydraulic Institute
JOHN MALINOWSKI, Senior Manager
of Industry Affairs, Baldor Electric
Company
WILLIAM E. NEIS, P.E., President,
Northeast Industrial Sales
LEV NELIK, Ph.D., P.E., APICS,
President, PumpingMachinery, LLC
HENRY PECK, President, Geiger Pump
& Equipment Company
MARIANNE SZCZECH, Director,
Global Marketing and Product
Management, Pump Solutions Group
SCOTT SORENSEN, Oil & Gas

Automation Consultant & Market
Developer, Siemens Industry Sector
ADAM STOLBERG, Executive Director,
Submersible Wastewater Pump
Association (SWPA)
JERRY TURNER, Founder/Senior
Advisor, Pioneer Pump
DOUG VOLDEN, Global Engineering
Director, John Crane
KIRK WILSON, President, Services &
Solutions, Flowserve Corporation
JAMES WONG, Associate Product
Manager Bearing Isolator, Garlock
Sealing Technologies
NEWS
NEW HIRES,
PROMOTIONS & RECOGNITIONS
RICK PROUD, DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTORS
GLEN ELLYN, Ill. Dreisilker Electric Motors Inc. announced that
veteran manufacturing executive Rick Proud has been named

chief operating officer for the company. Proud brings extensive
manufacturing experience. Most recently, Proud was president
of Turbine Component Resources where he led all aspects of the
organization. In his new role, Proud will lead Dreisilkers day-to-day
operations, ensuring companywide strategic alignment and go-tomarket strategy development for all business units. Proud will report
directly to company president Leo Dreisilker. dreisilker.com
CRAIG MOELLER, ESE
MARSHFIELD, Wis. ESE Inc. recently hired

Craig Moeller as an inside sales/application
specialist. Moellers eight years of experience as
an electrical engineer and two years in business
development make him well-suited for ESE
customers. This experience ensures that he is able
to serve customers and understands the industry.
He received a Bachelor of Science in electrical
engineering from the University of Wisconsin Platteville. eseautomation.com
Craig Moeller
announced the appointment of Jonathan M.

Grandon as chief administrative officer and
general counsel of the company. Grandon will be
responsible for the companys legal and human
resource functions and also will play an integral
Jonathan M.
role in leading various business development
Grandon
activities. Grandon had most recently been senior
vice president, general counsel and secretary
of Biomet Inc. He had also previously been a partner in the Chicago
office of Ropes & Gray LLP and, prior to that, a partner at Mayer Brown
LLP. Grandon holds a BA from Columbia University and a JD from the
University of Michigan Law School. franklin-electric.com
MICHAEL HARTOONIAN,
HATZ DIESEL OF AMERICA
WAUKESHA, Wisc. Hatz Diesel of America
Peter Clausen vice president, oil-free technology

development. In this new role, Clausen will be
responsible for the coordination and development
of the companys oil-free technology portfolio.
Clausen has spent 14 years with Danfoss in various
Mads-Peter
roles around the world, including vice president,
Clausen
appliance controls, and senior associate, mergers
and acquisitions. In 2014, he was elected to serve as
a member of the Danfoss Board of Directorsa position he continues
to hold. Clausen has an MBA from the University of Georgia and a
bachelors degree in mechanical and production engineering from
the University of Southern Denmark. Clausen is based in Tallahassee,
Florida. danfoss.us
AROUND THE INDUSTRY

California to Surpass Florida as Largest Market
for Water Reuse
JONATHAN M. GRANDON, FRANKLIN ELECTRIC

FORT WAYNE, Ind. Franklin Electric Co. Inc.
announced that Michael Hartoonian has been

named the companys national sales manager. With
more than 23 years of engine industry experience,
Hartoonian will oversee the Hatz National Sales
Force and its U.S. distributor network from Hatz U.S.
headquarters in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Hartoonian,
a native of Wisconsin, comes to Hatz from Total
Energy Systems, where he was the director of the
companys engine division. hatzusa.com
MADS-PETER CLAUSEN, DANFOSS

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Danfoss named Mads-
Michael
Hartoonian
BOSTON Led by California and Florida, water reuse is

taking off in states facing drought and scarcity. Municipal
wastewater reuse capacity is expected to increase 58 percent
from 2016 through 2026, according to new market forecasts
from Bluefield Research.
The estimate is based on a database of 607 currently
planned reuse projects. CAPEX investment in reuse is
expected to total $11 billion between 2016 and 2026.
Water scarcity continues to be the primary driver for
water reuse implementationthe scaling roster of projects
demonstrated in our semi-annual review highlights wider
adoption by utilities going forward, said Erin Bonney Casey,
senior analyst for Bluefield Research, in a statement.
California and Florida account for 36 percent and 26
percent, respectively, of currently planned water reuse
capacity additions.
Florida has the most installed reuse capacity to date
with 6.3 million cubic meters a day because of its long
commitment to reuse to improve water quality and guarantee
adequate supply for a growing population, according to
Bluefields analysis.
California is proving to be the greatest opportunity for
reuse market growth, backed by $4.3 billion of planned
activity, an improving regulatory environment, and its welldocumented drought, Bonney Casey said. So far, projects
have taken years to develop, but given the recent supply
concerns, we anticipate a more streamlined process going
forward, particularly for potable applications.
bluefieldresearch.com
AROUND THE INDUSTRY

ICE Institute Is Next Evolution
of The Water Council
NEW ORLEANS In conjunction with

WEFTEC 2016, The Water Council,
headquartered in Milwaukee,
Wisconsin, launched a groundbreaking
commercialization initiative that will
match manufacturers, utilities and the
agricultural industry with promising
water and water-related technology
research and innovations for
advancement into the marketplace.
As part of a dramatic expansion
of The Water Council, the ICE
(Innovation. Commercialization.
Exchange.) Institute will aggregate,
evaluate and connect emerging
technologies that address water issues
across a wide range of industries.
Working in partnership with the
Federal Laboratory Consortium for
Technology Transfer (FLC), Wisconsin
Economic Development Corporation
(WEDC) and Alliance for Water
Stewardship North America, the ICE
Institute will serve as a technologyvetting program, providing:
access to a broad spectrum of
innovations within federal and
university research labs
a nationwide scouting team to
identify emerging technologies
and processes
a detailed database and
clearinghouse of pre-screened
innovations powered by the Global
Water Port, a web-based research
and data dashboard,
product matching and
development teams
thewatercouncil.com/ice
GE Expands Its Digital Water

Capabilities & Announces
Key Partnerships
NEW ORLEANS GE announced

the expansion of its digital water
capabilities and new key partnerships
during WEFTEC 2016.
GE has announced three software
proof of concepts, powered by Predix,
that address pipeline health, storm
and sewer management, and water
plant efficiency: Pipeline Health,
Storm and Sewer Solutions, and Digital
Water Plant. Additional software
solutions are in development and will
be released in the coming months.
GE also has entered into several

partnerships that help advance its
vision of solving global water and
wastewater challenges through data
and analytics.
Smart Water Networks Forum
(SWAN)GE joined the North
American Alliance of SWAN to
help accelerate smart water and
wastewater development in North
America.
Smart Cities CouncilGE has
a long history of partnership
with the Smart Cities Council,
which promotes the move to
smart, sustainable cities. With
a strong emphasis on access to
water in urban areas, GE hopes
to contribute to long-term
solutions and increase the water
sustainability of cities worldwide.
Imagine H2OGE has entered
into a beta partner program
with Imagine H2O (IH2O) and is
committed to deploying water
innovation within IH2Os portfolio
companies, which gain access
to insight on how to scale their
technologies globally. ge.com
European Utilities Investing

$526 Billion in Municipal
Water over Next Decade
BARCELONA, Spain European utilities

are planning to invest more than
$526 billion in water and wastewater
infrastructure between 2016 and 2025,
according to a new forecast from
Bluefield Research.
A combination of drivers including
utility market restructuring, water and
wastewater directives, and improved
efficiency have encouraged cities
and public water utilities to resume
the most aggressive investment
programs Europe has seen since 2007.
Bluefield anticipates annual water
infrastructure investment to increase
23 percent, from $46 billion in 2015 to
$57 billion in 2025.
Europe will focus its CAPEX
investment in two key areas:
wastewater and pipes. An estimated
61 percent of spending will be
allocated to improve wastewater
infrastructure and the remaining 39
percent will be for water infrastructure.
bluefieldresearch.com
Pall Awarded Water Reuse

Project for City of Spokane
CORTLAND, New York Pall

Corporation announced that it has
been selected as the membrane
filtration provider for the City of
Spokane, Washingtons Riverside
Park Water Reclamation Facility
upgrade. The upgrade is designed to
meet stringent discharge limits for
phosphorus, with a goal to improve
the quality of the Spokane River as
part of a major initiative within the
citys Integrated Clean Water Plan.
The Pall Aria FLEX system was
designed to treat a maximum monthly
average wastewater flow of 50 million
gallons per day (mgd) and a 12-hour
peak flow of 75 mgd. The custom
system is engineered to successfully
treat seasonal algae and other unique
characteristics of wastewater that is
discharged into Spokane River. This
project will be the largest upgrade at
the plant, which currently treats 34
mgd. In addition, the Pall system can
achieve the phosphorus limit goal of
18 parts per billion (ppb), consistently
producing effluent between 9 and 13
ppb. pall.com
Sulzer Expands in Western

Australia to Support Oil & Gas
WORCESTERSHIRE, UK Sulzers
commitment to the oil and gas
industry on the west coast of Australia
has been boosted by significant
investment in state-of-the-art
equipment featuring progressive
service capabilities in Australia.
Designed to provide overhaul and
repair services for all electrical
rotating equipment, the reiterated
commitment to the local market
complements Sulzers existing
Perth Service Center in northern
Wangara that continues to provide
comprehensive pump and steam
turbine repairs and overhauls.
There is also a requirement to
improve the environmental impact
and sustainability of such facilities,
and this has been achieved through a
number of initiativesnot only in the
day-to-day business strategy, but also
as part of the long-term development
of environmentally friendly solutions.
sulzer.com
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NEWS
Hydraulic Institute Announces Online Pump Systems

Assessment Program
PARSIPPANY, N.J. In the manufacturing sector alone, pumps

represent 27 percent of electricity used by industrial systems. As
pumping systems across all industrial sectors represent the highest
energy use, they also represent the greatest potential to save energy.
The self-paced, online Pump Systems Assessment (PSA) Certificate
Program teaches the essential processes and steps needed to
conduct complex pumping system audits and identify high-value
optimization opportunities. The eight-part program covers topics
including hydraulic systems behavior and understanding the
interaction of pumps and system components. It outlines methods
to collect, measure, analyze, document and manage conclusions in a
pumping systems assessment process. pumps.org
WEF, DOE Enter Pact for Infrastructure Planning
ALEXANDRIA, Va. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the

Water Environment Federation (WEF) have signed a Memorandum of
Understanding in support of the DOEs Better Buildings Wastewater
Infrastructure Accelerator initiative.
The initiative engages state, regional and local agencies working
with water resource recovery facilities to accelerate innovative
approaches to sustainable infrastructure of the future.
The Wastewater Infrastructure Accelerators goals include:
Demonstrate best-practice/cutting-edge approaches and tools
toward a sustainable wastewater infrastructure.
Document model plans for transitioning to a sustainable
infrastructure that will help drive more solutions in the industry.
Develop assessment and decision tools for selecting best-practice
approaches on the pathway toward a sustainable infrastructure.
Develop recommendations for next steps. wef.org
VTScada Opens Houston Office
BEDFORD, Nova Scotia Trihedral announced the opening of its

new office in Houston, Texas, in response to sustained sales growth
for VTScada software in the southern U.S. This is the latest move in
Trihedrals continuing sales strategy that recently included a new
office in Calgary, Alberta, and the addition of Alan Hudson as the
VTScada U.S. sales manager based in Trussville, Alabama.
Blair Sooley, BSEE, MBA, is now the regional account manager for
Texas. In addition to coordinating support and training for hundreds
of VTScada integrators and end users in the gulf area, Sooley will
work with Alan Hudson to continue to expand the VTScada sales team
in Texas. trihedral.com
Carbide Derivative Earns Honor in Frost & Sullivans

2016 Best Practices Awards
TUCSON, Ariz. Carbide Derivative Technologies Inc. has been named

the 2016 Entrepreneurial Company of the Year in Mechanical Seals
Frictional Surface Treatment as part of Frost & Sullivans annual Best
Practices Award competition.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan tracks market trends and gives awards to
companies that show strength in terms of innovation in products and
technologies, and leadership in customer value. The Entrepreneurial
Company of the Year Awards are presented to companies that are
predicted to encourage significant growth in their industries and
represent excellence in terms of strategy and performance in a highly
competitive, dynamic and growing market. carbidederivative.com
To have a news item considered, please send the information to Amelia
Messamore, amessamore@cahabamedia.com.
EVENTS
PACK EXPO International & Pharma EXPO 2016
November 6 9, 2016
McCormick Place
Chicago, Illinois
866-833-3569 / packexpointernational.com
Pump School (Basics Training)
November 15 16, 2016
631 S. Marietta Pkwy SE
Marietta, Georgia
770-310-0866 / pumpingmachinery.com/pump_school/
pump_school.htm
NGWA Groundwater Week 2016
December 6 8, 2016
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
800-551-7379 / groundwaterweek.com
POWER-GEN International 2016
December 13 15, 2016
Orange County Convention Center
North/South Halls
Orlando, Florida
918-831-9160 / power-gen.com
2017 AHR Expo
January 30 February 1, 2017
Las Vegas, Nevada
203-221-9232 / ahrexpo.com
International Production & Processing Expo
January 31 February 2, 2017
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, Georgia
770-493-9401 / ippexpo.org
MERGERS &
ACQUISITIONS
MICRODYN-NADIR acquired TriSep Corporation.
Sept. 26, 2016
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions acquired Anderson Seal.
Sept. 7, 2016
New Way Air Bearings acquired Bently Pressurized
Bearing Assets.
Sept. 2, 2016
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TRADE SHOW PREVIEW
Preview: ADIPEC 2016

Nov. 7-10, 2016
Abu Dhabi National

Exhibition Centre
Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates
Exhibition Hours
Monday, Nov. 7
10 a.m. 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 8
10 a.m. 6 p.m.
illed by organizers as
Wednesday, Nov. 9
the largest oil and gas
10 a.m. 6 p.m.
event in the Middle East and
Thursday, Nov. 10
one of the industrys most
10 a.m. 6 p.m.
influential events, the Abu
Dhabi International Petroleum
Exhibition and Conference, commonly known as ADIPEC,
will be Nov. 7-10 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
ADIPEC is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh
Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the United Arab
Emirates. According to organizers, the gathering that serves
the global energy industry draws more than 95,000 attendees
with 120-plus countries represented. There will be more than
100,000 square meters of exhibition space featuring more
than 2,000 exhibitors.
For more information about ADIPEC 2016, including
programming and registration details, visit adipec.com.
Are you tired of

this happening
to you?
Preview:
Groundwater Week
Dec. 6-8, 2016
Exhibition Hours
he National Ground Water

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PUMPING PRESCRIPTIONS
Troubleshooting & repair challenges
By Lev Nelik, Ph.D., P.E.

Pumping Machinery LLC, P&S Editorial Advisory Board
Another Look at Optimizing Pump Hydraulics
I recently read your article on

optimizing pump hydraulics in the
August issue of Pumps & Systems.
Per the range chart of composite
curves provided in Figure 1, it appears
that the 1.5x3-6 centrifugal pump
with reduced impeller diameter is the
best choice to provide 15 feet of head
at 100 gpm and 1,750 revolutions per
minute (rpm).
The calculated annual operating
costs for a 1.5x3-6 pump to provide
15 feet of head at 100 gpm and 1,750
rpm are about $516 with trimmed
impeller (about 48 percent efficiency,
4.88 inches), $450 at reduced speed
(about 55 percent efficiency, 1,360
rpm) and $375 as a custom pump
design with 15 feet and 100 gpm as
the best efficiency point (BEP) (about
66 percent efficiency, 2,300 specific
speed [Ns]).
The annual operating cost
differences appear to be way too small
to justify the additional equipment
BEP
FEET
his column will provide

feedback on a quiz published
in my August 2016 Pumps &
Systems column titled Optimizing
Pump Hydraulics: When Is It
Important? Readers were asked to
estimate the amount of energy that
would be saved by using a variable
frequency drive (VFD) with a small
centrifugal pump and to compare
those savings to the energy used by
a pump specifically designed for the
required conditions (100 gallons
per minute [gpm], 15 feet).
Lee Ruiz, a long-time Pumps
& Systems reader, provided the
following response:
Figure 1. Pump performance curve (Courtesy of the author)
40
45
50
NPSHr
57
6-1/160/
40
2
3
60
62
35
TOTAL HEAD
12
A62
5-1/2
30
63
25
4-1/2
20
1.5 HP
50
10
1 HP
3/4 HP
5
0
20
40
60
or maintenance costs if a VFD or

custom pump is purchased.
Since the energy estimator
calculates brake horsepower (BHP)
and efficiency as a function of specific
speed, the program output power and
efficiency values are applicable for
design points at the BEP. Therefore,
only performance curve values were
used to determine approximate
annual operating costs for the
trimmed-impeller and VFD (reducedspeed) applications.
The energy estimator program
was used to determine the efficiency
for a custom pump design since the
assumed design point is at the BEP.
However, the calculated efficiency,
77.5 percent, was not used since the
Hydraulic Institute typical expected
80
100
120
140 GPM
value for Ns 2,300 and flow (Q) =

100 gpm is about 66 percent. The BHP
was then calculated by using the HI
efficiency value.
As you have already pointed out,
the inefficiency of a small, lowhorsepower pump would hardly be
noticed. So, for this less-than-1horsepower application, ordering a
pump with a trimmed impeller or
trimming an existing impeller appears
to be the most cost-effective solution.
For a higher-horsepower
application, the annual operating
cost may be high enough to justify
the annual savings and payback period
for using one of the above options
or a different pump. A life-cycle cost
analysis might be performed before
deciding to change an existing system.
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The original pump performance curve is

reproduced here for readers convenience
(see Figure 1). Points A, B and C denote the
logic Lee used as described in his response.
Point A is the BEP of the original pump,
and Point B is the operation at a reduced
speed by the VFD. Lee applied affinity laws
to first move the BEP at full speed (1,750
rpm) to get as close as possible to the
required operating condition (the best that
could be done was get to approximately 78
gpm [at 1,360 rpm]). He then had to move
along that curve to Point C, reaching 100
gpm at 15 feet and 55 percent efficiency.
The Performance Calculator program Lee
used is available at pump-magazine.com/
pump_magazine/pump_magazine.htm.
As Lee noted, the program overpredicts the efficiency for small pumps
as compared with the HI pump efficiency
chart, because the friction losses at the
packing box (or mechanical seal) are not
considered by the program.
If these details were factored in, the
predicted efficiency of a small pump
would be similar to that of the HI chart.
By applying the lower value of efficiency,
Lee correctly added the mechanical losses
within the pump resulting from the seal/
packing friction.
As Lee correctly observed, application of
the VFD for the purpose of energy savings
would not be justified in this example.
To our readers: Can you provide an
example that proves the opposite? In other
words, can you describe a situation in which
a VFD would save energy?
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PUMP SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT

A better understanding of complete system operation
By Ray Hardee
Engineered Software Inc.
Benefits of Building an Accurate Model

of Piping Systems
n previous columns, we have

discussed how a physical
system can be simulated by
developing an accurate model of
the system. This month, we will
explore how simulators in industrial
applications can increase safety and
system uptime.
Flight Simulators
Regarding the full-motion fl ight
simulator mentioned in last months
column, the most common use of
those systems is training fl ight
crews. These simulators allow pilots
to learn how to safely operate
equipment in a variety of conditions
without putting life or property in
jeopardy. The laws of aerodynamics
and the aircraft characteristics are
programmed into the simulator so it
responds to input just as the aircraft
would in reality, providing trainees
with the ability to safely maneuver,
fly and land in nominal conditions
and emergency situationsall
without leaving the ground.
Simulators are used by aircraft
maintenance crews to troubleshoot
problems in operating equipment.
The maintenance technician can
compare the simulators results with
what the crew is experiencing in the
operating aircraft. In many cases,
the technician has identified the
problem and the maintenance crew
is ready with the corrective action by
the time the aircraft arrives at the
gate. A plane on the ground is money
lost. Identifying the problem through
simulation can minimize turnaround
time, saving maintenance costs and
increasing uptime.
Engineers also use simulators to

evaluate proposed modifications
to a physical aircraft. Because the
laws of aerodynamics are embedded
in the simulators code, engineers
can test modifications and trust
the results before they are made
and fl ight-tested. If simulating four
alternative approaches, only the best
option needs to be fully built because
it will perform as predicted when
manufactured as modeled.
The use of simulation is not
limited to aerospace applications.
Designers of moving mechanical
systemsfrom assembly robotics to
backhoesuse models to accurately
simulate motion and momentum of
their assemblies using established
laws of kinematics and dynamics.
They can create and evolve safe,
cost-effective designs. In the case
of assembly robotics, motion
simulation allows for low-cost
evaluation of process changes and
optimization opportunities.
Piping System Simulator

Piping system simulators offer the
same characteristics and benefits.
With a piping systems representative
model, operators can safely evaluate
how their systems will behave under
various conditions, both within
normal production limits as well as
in situations outside the intended
operating range.
This training can help develop
appropriate procedures and prepare
operators to be aware of overall
system behavior in potentially
dangerous conditions without
exposing personnel or equipment.
Some conditions can be detected

well before an emergency occurs. By
comparing how the piping system
is behaving in real life with the
simulation that is based on validated
hydraulic principles and device
characteristics, end users can spot
differences early on. Because fluid
dynamics laws do not change, the
differences can be attributed only to
changes in the system. They can be
identified and resolved in a timely
and cost-effective manner, avoiding
unplanned downtime and increased
maintenance costs.
Remember that change is
inevitable. An understanding of
how a system will behave under
varying conditions with the
proposed modification simulated
allows for significant optimization
opportunities and reliable datadriven decisions to maximize benefit
and minimize capital expenditures.
Piping systems are designed
using well-established engineering
standards and procedures. By using
the same engineering principles
when creating a truly representative
piping system model, the simulation
can be an excellent training,
troubleshooting and engineering tool
to increase safety, reduce costs and
increase uptime.
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of Engineered Software, creators of
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At Engineered Software, he helped
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Simple solutions for end users
By Jim Elsey
Summit Pump Inc.
When Is a Spare Not a Spare?
Regardless of the storage period,

a proper procedure and good
records are critical. At a minimum,
environmental controls should
include temperature, humidity,
airborne pollution and mitigation
of vibration.
If antifriction bearings are
involved, periodic rotation of the
rotor is imperative to prevent
false brinelling. Ideally, the rotor
should be rotated (by hand) every
four to six weeks. Each rotation
evolution should be a different
and odd (or fractional) quantity
of turns to prevent the rotor
bearings from ending back in the
original position.
Bearings that are not installed
should be kept in their OEM
package and stored fl at. Do not
store sealed (grease) bearings for
more than five years. Bearings
other than antifriction types can
present their own set of storage
problems, so be sure to check with
the manufacturer.
Is the pump used or new? The
biggest issue with a used pump or
part is that usually the pumped
products complete removal is
necessary before the preservation
procedure can begin. Many people
disregard this step or make a 50
percent action that renders the
unit 100 percent unusable.
Short- or Long-term Storage
Is the used pump being stored in
How long the spare unit or part will
place or in a storage area? In most
be in storage affects how it should
cases, the pumped product will
be stored. If you do not know how
need to be removed and the metal
long the component will be in
storage, be conservative. Typically, surfaces sprayed or fogged with a
preservative oil. Coat all exposed
less than six months is considered
machined surfaces.
short-term storage.
ou are driving down the
highway in your car when a
tire suddenly goes fl at. You
pull over and prepare to change
the tire when, to your dismay, you
discover that the spare has no air
and the jack is missing.
Every day, a similar scenario
plays out somewhere in the
pump industry. A pump breaks
down; you immediately go to the
spare storage area for parts or a
replacement pump only to find that
the pump, part or spare rotor is
rusted and the bearings are locked
up. Turns out your spare is really
not a spare.
At this point, the plant is no
longer facing an inconvenient
shutdown; the breakdown has
become an emergency situation.
What can prevent this problem
in the future? Proper preservation
and storage procedures, as well
as the discipline and cooperative
company culture required to
incorporate these procedures,
are critical to prevent unnecessary
downtime. Many end users
disregard the original equipment
manufacturer (OEM) instruction
manual guidelines and industry
best practices, but it is best to
heed them.
Where and how the items

will be stored is one of the most
important factors to consider. In
a perfect world, the storage space
would be indoors and climatecontrolled, where the humidity is
kept less than 50 percent and the
temperature under 95 degrees F.
Temperature swings should be
limited to less than 10 degrees,
especially if the humidity is not
well-controlled. Consistency is
imperative for successful storage
because it reduces condensation
that will lead to corrosion.
Many pump rotors, especially
multistage models, should be
stored vertically. For long-term
storage, rotors with the bearings
already installedeven small
rotorsshould be vertically
stored. This is more to address the
bearing concerns than to prevent
bows in the rotor. Rotors stored
horizontally should have the
couplings removed and the shafts
rotated to preclude bowing.
In many cases, a pump can be
stored with bolted fl ange covers
(with gaskets on the covers), an
adequate fog of some preservative
oil or a vapor phase oil in the
bearing housings. An adequate
amount of desiccant and/or vapor
phase inhibitor should be placed
inside the casing.
Preservation items placed in
the pump must be conspicuously
tagged and documented so they
can be removed before the pump
is placed in service. The amount of
desiccant to use is a function of the
pump volume.
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Moisture indicators are

inexpensive, and each pump or
container could benefit from
having a few.
Some long-term storage
procedures require placing the
rotor in an enclosed airtight case,
or the pump itself is made airtight
at the flanges and penetrations.
A vacuum pump is used to pull
the air out, and the vacuum is
broken with bone-dry nitrogen.
It is a standard practice to break
the vacuum with an inert gas,
commonly nitrogen. A simple gauge
monitors the nitrogen pressure at a
few pounds above ambient.
Unintended Consequences
Some mechanics use lubricants to
assist in pump reassembly. This
practice is not incorrect, but the
wrong lubricant can attack certain
materials. For example, residue
from a lubricant designed to be
used on O-rings can accelerate
corrosion on the machined surfaces
of metal parts.
When ball bearings are heated
to facilitate installation on the
shaft, the OEMs preservative oil
is at least partially removed. The
preservative oil coating must be
reestablished. Check with the OEM
or the bearing manufacturer for
the proper product. In most cases,
the product should be compatible
with the oil that will be used when
the pump is finally put in service.
For outdoor storage, the pump
will need to be protected from
the elements. I have seen people
with good intentions simply
wrap the pump in plastic only
to later find the unit rusted and
rodent-infested.
Another challenge of outdoor
storage is freezing weather,
especially for used pumps stored
in place. Every year during the
first deep freeze of the season,
I encounter dozens of freezecracked pump casings. This issue

is common on self-priming pumps
that store water in the casing for
the priming evolution.
Storing the Wrong Part

Another concern is if the part or
component is the correct one in the
first place. I have seen many parts
stocked incorrectly, so when the
spares are pulled from storage, they
are the wrong material or size. This
problem is common with impellers
and casings of similar sizes.
Another challenge is missing
parts. I have witnessed numerous
incidents where a box of smaller
but critical parts for the main unit
is set aside for safe keeping and
then lost or trashed.
Mechanical Seals
Mechanical seals require a chapter
of their own. The best place to store
mechanical seals is in the package
provided by the OEM in a cool, dry
place away from UV light. If the
seal is already in the pump, it is
usually acceptable for it to remain
there for up to 24 months. A best
practice is to remove the seal, but
if this is not possible, ensure that
the pumped product is drained
and the seal is dried with dry air
or an inert gas such as nitrogen.
Make sure that any pump and seal
chamber penetrations are plugged
and all sources of vibrations
are eliminated. Pumps stored
near large operating equipment,
highways, gantry/overhead
cranes and railroads are subject
to low-frequency vibration. Refer
to the OEM or the Fluid Sealing
Association for more details.
Cartridge seals should be kept
with the shipping clips tightened
and centered and the collar set
screws loosened. This is known as
the sleep mode.
Cartridge seal faces that have

been stored for more than 18
months should be checked for
fl atness before being used. After
some time, if there is any residual
internal stress, the face will warp
and no longer be the required
fl atness. Seals with monolithic
faces can be stored for up to five
years in most cases. Check with
your supplier for more details.
Conclusion
A properly preserved pump is only
possible through a joint effort by
the end user and the manufacturer.
A responsible pump OEM must
take proactive steps to preserve the
pump while remaining aware that
each end user is unique.
Whatever the situation, be
advised that pumps and parts from
OEMs are not prepared to be stored
long-term (more than six months)
unless requested by the end user.
References
Pump Users Handbook: Life Extension
Heinz P. Bloch
Mechanical Seal Handbook FSA (Fluid
Sealing Association)
Jim Elsey is a mechanical

engineer who has focused on
rotating equipment design and
applications for the military
and several large original
equipment manufacturers for
43 years in most industrial
markets around the world. Elsey
is an active member of the
American Society of Mechanical
Engineers, the National
Association of Corrosion
Engineers and the American
Society for Metals. He is the
general manager for Summit
Pump Inc. and the principal of
MaDDog Pump Consultants LLC.
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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Trends & analysis for pumping professionals
By Mike Pemberton
Pumps & Systems Senior Technical Editor
The Growing Intelligence of Chemical

Injection Pumps
hemical injection pumps

are important in a range
of industries including
chemical, oil and gas, water
treatment, food and beverage,
pharmaceutical, and agriculture.
Solar electric metering pumps are
emerging to support the need for
environmental sustainability. The
market is further segmented by the
metering pump driver including
hydraulic, gas and engine-actuated,
and injection-type with single- and
multi-port designs.
The level of repetition and
precision required to inject small
volumes accurately not only
requires precise designs, but also
the growing use of intelligence
embedded locally or remotely. The
ability to adjust flow rates of highly
reactive chemicals is important to
meet changing process demands.
Chemicals can be highly reactive
with pump materials, so end users
must provide chemical formulas
to the supplier. Final selection of
injection pump design materials
depends on chemical composition,
volume, injection frequency and
supply pressure.
Metering pumps increasingly
interface with digital controllers,
distributed control systems (DCS),
programmable logic controllers
(PLC) or supervisory control
and data acquisition (SCADA)
systems. These systems can be
interconnected through the
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
using predictive analytics to ensure
consistency and reliability for
corrosive, hazardous, viscous and

other demanding applications. The
use of intelligence has improved
turndown ratios from a standard
of 10:1 to as high as 1,000:1,
with a steady-state accuracy of
+/- 1 percent and instantaneous
adjustments.
The use of IIoT for injection
pumps presents an opportunity
to improve overall system
reliability beyond traditional
condition monitoring.
While condition monitoring
provides visibility into a pumps
health, it cannot quantify failure
uncertainty, monetize risk or
support strategic planning. IIoT
integrates reliability and condition
monitoring, allowing the shift from
reactive to proactive maintenance.
Significant barriers remain to the
adoption of new technology. The
following is an overview of some
hurdles and their applicability:
Security concerns: High-value

engineered pumps are usually
in critical hazardous service
where the liability of software
malfunction and hacking far
outweighs the convenience and
marginal operational gains.
Legacy equipment: Legacy
pumps and systems are
inadequately engineered or
not adaptable because of the
costs tied to replacement,
refurbishment or obsolescence.
Technology immaturity:
The ecosystem of sensors,
algorithms, data acquisition and
enterprise software is either

lacking maturity and/or the
interoperability required.
Privacy concerns: Pump
system input/output data often
is considered to be business
confidential. Producers prefer
to retain flexibility to engage
multiple pump OEMs and are
reluctant to offer data access to
the supplier company.
Lack of skilled workers:
Projected value of digital
products and services requires
an amalgamation of skills such
as wireless communication,
microelectronics and
nanotechnology that has little
precedent in industry.
Some key benefits of overcoming
these barriers include:
preventive maintenance
data that was not previously
available
leverage for OEM discussions
related to system performance
early insight for energy savings
and unplanned shutdowns
ensuring tested quality, security
and privacy for operators
foundation for developing
future predictive maintenance
improved process sustainability
and safety
tracking and managing
maintenance costs
Mike Pemberton is the senior
technical editor for Pumps &
Systems. He may be reached at
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GROUNDWATER & STORMWATER
MLB Stadium
Installs Submersible
Shredders for High
Water Volumes
Denver s Coors Field replaced old chopper pumps in its
underground vault to better manage runo, potential
ooding and the 200,000 gallons used for cleaning.
BY MIKE BJORKMAN
BJM CORP.
envers Coors Fieldhome to the

Colorado Rockies Major League Baseball
(MLB) franchisebegan operations in
March 1995 after two-and-a-half years of
construction. Built in the retro-classic architectural
style popular at the time, the stadium sports red brick
and green painted exposed steel that embody the spirit of
Americas favorite pastime.
The structure was designed to blend with other
buildings in the area, many of which are historic industrial
structures that have been renovated and turned into lofts,
shops and restaurants. The field itself is burrowed 21 feet
below street level, keeping the stadiums faade low-profi le
so not to overshadow the surrounding buildings.
The nostalgic feeling of the structure belies the fact
that it was constructed with some of the most progressive
technologies available at the time. Until recently, Coors
Field was considered one of the most technically advanced
ballparks in the country.
One innovative feature of the ballpark is its drainage
system. The infrastructure was designed to handle a 100year flood because of the fields proximity to the South
Platte River. Potential flooding aside, operations at

Coors Field require massive amounts of water.
After each event, the stadium is washed down using
high-powered hoses and up to 200,000 gallons of water.
Cleanup crews first pick up most of the large trash, but
some items are missed or may fall into the drains. In
addition to water for cleaning, the system collects runoff
from the field during watering and whatever flows off the
stands and field during wet weather.
The only dirt thats on the field is whats on the
sod, said Mark Young, a heating, ventilation and airconditioning (HVAC) technician in the engineering
department at Coors Field. Underneath the 2 to 3 inches
of dirt is a layer of sand and gravel designed to drain the
field of as much as 4 to 5 inches of water an hour. This
design allows the field to be ready for play quickly in the
event of bad weather, but because there is so little dirt to
hold in moisture, the field has to be watered daily.
Whatever the source, the water has to go somewhere.
At Coors Field, it is collected in a massive vault under the
parking lot at the stadiums rear. It is estimated that the
vault could hold up to 1 million gallons.
Image 1. Coors Field features an innovative drainage system.

The infrastructure is designed to handle a 100-year flood because
of the fields proximity to the South Platte River. (Images courtesy of
BJM Corp.)
Because Coors Field was designed and constructed

under the direction of a statutory Special District, it is
subject to the Phase II rules of the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination Systempart of the Clean Water
Act. These rules require Coors Field to obtain and adhere
to a General Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System
(MS4) Discharge Permit that is administered by the
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
An integral part of the MS4 permit is the sites Storm
Water Management Plan (SWMP). The SWMP formalizes
the many steps and procedures the facility implements
to protect state waters from adverse effects related
to pollution that could be picked up by stormwater
generated on and around Coors Field.
The SWMPs fundamental objectives are to provide
for the effective management of stormwater runoff,
minimize the potential for pollutants to enter stormwater
runoff, and comply with and be protective of the water
quality standards for the South Platte River.
Image 2. The contracted pump company was able to fabricate a

custom VFD control panel at the ballparks request.
The Challenge
During baseball season, the waterand any trash
and debris collected with itis pumped out of the
vault and into the storm sewer system. In the off
season, a much smaller amount of collected water
is pumped out and diverted to one of several small
detention ponds to evaporate.
The pumps that do the heavy lifting of moving the
collected water out of the vault were replaced in May
2015. The original pumps were chopper pumps installed
in 1998 and were showing signs of wearmoisture was
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Image 3. The drainage system collects the runoff in a huge vault

under the parking lot at the rear of the stadium. Debris such as
peanut shells, straws and cups end up in the vault, which can
hold up to 1 million gallons.
getting into the motors. Since 1998, pump technology

has come a long way. One goal of the replacement was to
incorporate more modern technology into the system.
Coors Field personnel wanted a pump that had good
shredding capability and was made of durable materials.
When it became evident that the old pumps needed
to be replacedthey were 17 years old and showing
signs of wearYoung and James Leflar, an engineer and
member of the Coors Field HVAC team, contacted Phoenix
Sullivan, their representative at Denver Industrial Pumps.
The Solution
Sullivan recommended that the old chopper pumps be
replaced with two submersible shredder pumps.
The customer needed a pump that could handle debris
getting into the vault/sump and not clogging the pump,
Sullivan said. The (shedder pump we chose) has a cutting
tool that cuts and shreds the debris ... allowing it to pass
without clogging the pump.
The original pumps operated on a highly specialized
and outdated air bubbler system, but the new shredder
pumps use a simple float system to turn them on and off.
The pumps operate on a lead-lag setup, Sullivan said.
The floats prompt the first pump to turn on. If needed,
the floats will also prompt the second pump to activate.
Likewise, the floats shut the pumps off when the water
level is sufficiently lowered.
For this installation, the target flow for each pump
is approximately 350 gallons per minute (gpm) at 32
feet of total dynamic head. The new pumps can handle a
maximum flow of 570 gpm, with a max head of 59 feet.
The two 7.5-horsepower (hp) pumps sit in a sump that
is about 16 feet deep. They came with two cast-iron slide
rail assemblies, four stainless steel intermediate guide rail

brackets and 100 feet of 1.5-inch stainless steel pipe rails.
The new pumps also take advantage of advances in
metallurgy and materials that allow all the pumps parts
and components to be self-contained, Sullivan said. The
only parts that may wear are the cutting bars, bearings
and seals. Besides these parts, it would be realistic to
expect these pumps to last 20 years, Young said.
The shredder pumps leave solids slightly larger than if
passed through a grinder pump. The shredding action is
created by a cutting impeller with a tungsten carbide tip
operating against a spiral-shaped diff user plate.
The pumps also feature a 304 stainless steel motor
housing that will not wear out like aluminum motor
housings when pumping sandy water, as well as threeseal motor protection. The lower seal is made of silicon
carbide/silicon carbide, and the upper seal is made of
carbon/ceramic. An additional lip seal has been installed
above the impeller to help prevent abrasives such as dirt,
silt and sand from entering the seal chamber.
The motor is further safeguarded by winding protection
and National Electrical Manufacturers Association
(NEMA) Class F motor insulation that allow motor
temperature to rise to 230 F. An automatic switch turns
the pump motor off if the temperature and/or amp
draw gets too high. When the motor cools, the switch
automatically resets and the pump turns back on.
An integral part of the new solution is a variable
frequency drive (VFD) control panel customized to be
compatible with Coors Fields existing alarm panels in
the security room. The Custom Duplex Control Panel has
auxiliary contacts that allow communication with the
existing system, which includes seal minders, elapsed
time meters and dedicated auxiliary contacts for seal fail
1, seal fail 2, overload 1, overload 2 and high level.
The Outcome
The HVAC team at Coors Field feels confident that the
newly installed pumps have prepared them to handle any
curveballs that may come at them. It does exactly what
its supposed to do. It was a good install, and we havent
had any issues with them, Lefl ar said. Theyve done what
we asked them to do, and they met our criteria.
Mike Bjorkman is vice president of BJM Corp.
and has more than 30 years of experience
in the pump industry. He serves as director
of marketing and IT for BJM Pumps LLC
and All Test Pro LLC. Both companies are
subsidiaries of BJM Corp. Bjorkman may be
reached at 860-399-5937.
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Netherlands Mobile
Emergency Pumps Provide
Rapid Flood Response
The Western European nation has 20 mobile
diesel-driven pumps on standby, ready to assist
in national and international emergencies.
BY HENNO SCHOTHORST
BBA PUMPS
ne of the smallest and most densely populated

countries in Western Europe, the Netherlands
has nearly 10 million residents who live
and work below sea level. Without active
water management and primary flood defenses, the
Netherlands lowest point would be up to 7 meters (23
feet) under water.
Local water authorities in each region that are
responsible for water management and security have
access to mobile pumps at times of high waterfor
example, following periods of heavy rainfall. The
Departmental Coordination Center Crisis Control of the
Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment
(DCC-IenM) has 20 mobile diesel-driven emergency
pumps on standby, ready to assist in national and
international emergencies.
Two Public Works and Water Management employees
oversee the management, maintenance and use of
these pumps, organized under the DCCs authority
and responsibility. The national deployment of these
emergency pumps can be arranged in crisis situations
by water authorities and via the DCCs Public Works. For
international deployment, the DCC typically receives
requests through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or an
embassy in the affected country.
This fleet of pumps is centrally located in the

Netherlands and jointly accounts for a total pumping
capacity of more than 80,000 cubic meters an hour
(m3/hour), or about 352,000 gallons per minute (gpm).
History
In 1953 a catastrophic flood hit the Netherlands,
claiming more than 1,800 lives and leaving large areas
of the countrys southwest region submerged for some
time. After repairs to the dikes, water from the flooded
areas needed to be removed with mobile emergency
pumps, but a limited number of pumps were available in
the country.
A relief effort quickly started with aid coming from
abroad, including a significant number of mobile pump
sets of Worthingtons brand supplied to the Netherlands
as part of a Marshall Plan aid package.
Following the 1953 flood disaster, plans were created to
prevent another catastrophe, or at least to take adequate
preparation measures.
This led to the procurement of 100 high-capacity
pumps that were produced and divided among the
former Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water
Management (now Infrastructure and the Environment)
and the water boards.
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Image 1. A fleet of mobile diesel-driven emergency

pumps remain on standby, ready to assist in national
and international emergencies. (Images courtesy of
BBA Pumps)
From the late 1960s onward,

the pumps were regularly deployed
nationally and internationally
to help combat flooding.
Countries including Germany,
Poland, Ukraine and Argentina
were assisted by the Dutch
pumping team.
New Fleet of Pumps

In the early 2000s, the DCC
decided to replace its pump fleet
after decades of loyal service.
This was not solely because of the
pumps age, but instead because of
additional complications including
the lack of available spare parts,
unacceptable noise levels and
Image 2. The ultra-high-flow pump sets with a total flow up to 25,000 cubic meters an hour,
oil leakages.
or about 110,000 gallons per minute, in use after heavy rainfall in the Netherlands.
In 2004, a budget was approved
A Dutch company was awarded the contract in 2008 for
for purchasing 20 new mobile pump sets, including the
the manufacture of these 10 ultra-high flow pump sets.
necessary piping work. Initially, 10 high-flow pump sets
The company had more than 60 years of experience in the
with a capacity of 3,000 m3/hour (13,200 gpm) were
production of pipes and pump systems and specialized in
delivered. Four years later, 10 ultra-high-flow pump sets
the manufacture of mobile diesel-driven pumps.
with a capacity of 5,000 m3/hour (22,000 gpm) arrived.
Image 3. Heavy machinery moves a pump for deployment.
The Design
As one of the DCC pump experts responsible for the 2008
pump investment and through his experience in the
field, Dick Verbaan, technical adviser asset management,
defined the need for the new design of the pump units.
The standard pump equipment available on the market
was no longer suitable for our requirements. The focus on
weight was critical since the pumps had to be transported
quickly, often over muddy roads and embankments,
Verbaan said.
Further, for international deployments, air freight
was sometimes necessary, again bringing into focus the
need for a lighter, compact design. The design needed to
combine ease of deployment in the field with the best
possible pumping capacity. Our demands on the logistical
side were high; size and weight reduction were essential,
he said.
The DCC outlined the following requirements for the
new generation of pump sets:
capacity of at least 5,000 m3/hour (22,000 gpm)
total weight up to 5,000 kilograms (kg) (about 11,000
pounds [lbs])
dimensions up to L x W x H = 5,000 x 1,400 x 2,100
millimeters (196 x 55 x 83 inches)
low noise emissions super silent 70 dB (A) to 8
meters (27 feet)
the ability to run at full capacity with an outside
temperature up to 38 C (100 F)
In line with these requirements, the enlisted company

produced a prototype pump set that incorporated
standard components such as pump, the vacuum system
and a diesel engine.
The demands proved challenging. When the prototype
was run in the test chamber, the pump performed
technically as expected and without problems. But at
5,300 kg (11,685 lbs), the prototype unit was heavier
than specified and the noise emitted exceeded the
required 70 dB (A). However, using lighter materials such
as aluminum and composite helped to reduce the total
weight. This made space for sound-insulating materials
that could be added to meet noise-emission requirements.
After formal approval of the concepts suitability,
the company manufactured the pumps in 2008, and
tested and delivered them to the DCC. A service contract
was established that ensured that all pump units were
annually serviced to keep them in optimal condition.
Deployment Requests
The pumps are used on average once a year in
emergency situations nationally and internationally.
Pump deployment is not limited to simple placement
and operation. Other variables must be taken into
consideration, such as the quick verification of the
pumping location and the logistical requirements. Should
the crisis be overseas, the team must plan for additional
factors such as visas, air travel and vaccinations. After
consulting with authorities, the team determines the best
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location for the pump, and the pumping

station is quickly built.
In principle, the team is self-sufficient,
requiring just fuel and assistance from local
authorities. Every mission is different,
Verbaan said. Sometimes we receive a lot
of help, and other times we have to do much
of the work ourselves. But in all cases, we
continue to be responsible for the proper
preparation and the continuous operation
of the pumps. It sometimes happens, when
the pumping has to take place over several
consecutive weeks, that we also need to
train local technical people.
In 2005, Verbaan participated in the
New Orleans flood relief in the aftermath
of Hurricane Katrina. He was supported
by three colleagues and three pumps in
the project. The pumps and piping remained
in the U.S. after the emergency relief
project ended.
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Pump Companies
Respond to Louisiana
Flood Disaster
Compiled by Pumps & Systems Staff
t has been called the worst U.S. natural disaster since Superstorm Sandy
in 2012. The flooding that devastated parts of Louisiana in August 2016
resulted in 13 deaths and damaged more than 60,000 homes, according to
media reports.
One meteorologist estimated that about 6.9 trillion gallons of rain inundated
Louisiana from Aug. 8-14, according to CNN. Damage from the disaster
called a 500-year flood eventhas been as much or more than $30 million.
Response to the flooding has been tremendous from government, agencies
and a myriad of companies, including those in the pump industry. Here are
some examples of pump companies in action.
Xylem Mobilizes Emergency Pumps

Xylem, with its local partner Better Pumps & Solutions, brought its 24/7 rapidresponse capability to the affected areas. They quickly mobilized hundreds of
high-performance, portable, diesel-driven Godwin pumps, miles of piping, as
well as turn-key solutions.
We have an outstanding network of rental locations and distributors
across the U.S. who are a big part of our always on and close by promise
to customers, said Gregg Leslie, N.A. distribution manager for Xylems
Dewatering business. In this case, pumps from across the state of Texas have
been brought to the flooded areas, (in addition to) activating pumps based in
Louisiana.
Xylem worked ahead of and after Superstorm Sandy to remove floodwaters.
Better Pumps & Solutions supported the recovery when Hurricanes Gustav and
Ike hit in 2008.
Better Pumps & Solutions President Billy Guidry said, The scale of this
extreme weather event is very challenging for the Louisiana community. Our
team is working with most of the 20 parishes affected, supplying emergency
dewatering pumps and sewer lift station pumps.
The work by Xylem and Better Pumps & Solutions includes:
Keeping infrastructure operating: They have been working with a

municipality in the Denham Springs area, supplying 20 to 30 lift
stations to wastewater treatment plants that needed to be backed up.
Supporting this effort are 30 4-inch and 6-inch portable diesel
Godwin pumps.
Keeping businesses in business: The team deployed a Godwin CDM225

pump to a flooded industrial facility to safely pump away caustic
wastewater that was emanating from the facility.
Flood control: The team activated a Godwin CD400M pump and

emergency response support to a waste management landfi ll operation
that needed flood-control support as well as standby pumps along the
Amite and Comite rivers to prevent flooding in neighboring areas.
Image 1. Godwin pumps are gathered and ready to

be installed at flooded municipal and industrial sites
across Louisiana. (Courtesy of Xylem)
Tsurumi Assists with Dewatering

Tsurumi Pump was able to get ahead of the
recent flooding in Louisiana, where a large
shipment of gas-powered centrifugal pumps
and electric submersible dewatering pumps
were sent to the town of New Iberia. The
shipment of pumps is helping New Iberiabased Iberia Rental serve customers within
a 50-mile radius.
Kyle Cox, owner of Iberia Rental, said
that the shipment is making a difference as
floodwaters recede and remediation begins.
Tsurumis efforts to directly work with us
and supply the equipment we need has been
essential in the cleanup, Cox said. The gaspowered trash pumps have been especially
useful, as many areas are still without
power, and the pumps can move some
40,000 gallons per hour in a frame thats
light enough for two men to easily move.
He added, People down here are
suffering and need dewatering solutions
fastwere glad to have a company like
Tsurumi in our corner as we recover.
Water-related catastrophes, from the
flooding in Louisiana to storms like
Hurricane Sandy, are prompting Tsurumi
Pump to actively monitor flood-prone
areas to ensure that customers have
access to needed equipment before severe
weather strikes.
Were a pump company first and
foremost, but were also here to help
people, said Glenn Wieczorek, the
companys managing director. At Tsurumi,
we dont shy away from investing in our
inventory, which helps us stay prepared in
emergency situations like these, where large
amounts of equipment need to be trucked
in before bad storms hit.
GROUNDWATER & WASTEWATER SPECIAL SECTION
How a Wet Clutch Helps

a NASA Facility Stay Dry
in the Big Easy
Oil shear technology enables remote actuation of
stormwater drainage pumps and reduces downtime
associated with maintenance.
BY KEN KELLY
FORCE CONTROL INDUSTRIES
he Michoud Assembly Facility

in New Orleans is a world-class
manufacturing facility that
provides vital support to National
Aeronautics and Space Administration
(NASA) exploration and discovery
missions. The site contains one of the
largest production buildings in the nation.
It includes a vertical assembly facility that
was critical for stacking components of the
space shuttles external tank. From 1979
to 2010, 136 tanks were producedall but
Image 1. New oil shear clutches installed on the vertical axial pumps engage fully
one of which were used for spacefl ight.
with no slipping, chatter or squalling to allow the pumps to achieve their 60,000 gpm
While Michoud is vital to the NASA
capacity. (Images courtesy of Force Control Industries)
missionand to the sites thousands of
pump was originally engaged by a twin-disc centrifugal
employeesstormy weather occasionally disrupts the
clutch, and they were designed to operate at 1,800
production process. Heavy rains, a tropical storm or even
revolutions per minute (rpm). When the clutches engaged,
a hurricane can cause flooding, but new oil shear clutches
there was inherent slip and squeal, which resulted in
are helping to keep Michoud dry when Mother Nature
incomplete engagement. We survived Katrina, facility
unleashes her fury on the Big Easy.
engineer Bill Winsor recalled, but barely.
When the pump station required a rebuild, the facilitys
Clutch Problems
managers wanted a change. Among the options reviewed
Four vertical axial pumps with a rated capacity of 60,000
was an oil shear clutch that allowed remote actuation.
gallons per minute (gpm) were located in a remote
The old style required an operator to manually engage
pump station called Building 450 and designed to take
and disengage the clutch, which meant sending somebody
stormwater away from the Michoud structures. Each
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and rebuilds. Engagement was also a noisy

operation, with a lot of squealing, but the
noise was a minor inconvenience compared
with the performance.
While the clutches were slipping and when
they were not fully engaged, the 60,000-gpm
pumps were evacuating far less than the
specified amountnot an ideal scenario in
pouring rain with stormwater accumulating.
The pumps required increased time to evacuate
the water, which can be problematic in a
torrential downpour.
In addition to pumping less water than
required, the frequent adjustments and
repairs to the centrifugal clutches were taxing
Image 2. (Left) Remote actuation of the clutches means that employees stay
maintenance and operating budgets. So when
safe and dry during storms. Image 3. (Right) Vertical axial pumps move up to
Winsor began investigating the oil shear clutch,
60,000 gpm to keep the facility dry during heavy rains.
he was intrigued. The technology promised to
eliminate adjustment and maintenance, while allowing
into the elements because the pump station was housed
remote actuation.
in a remote area of the facility.
After a year of operation, the oil shear clutch showed
Engaging centrifugal-style twin-disc clutches is
an improvement over previous equipment. We have not
accomplished at low speed, which means that they
had any problems with the oil shear design, Winsor said.
will slip until fully engaged. The slip-induced vibration
They work the way they are designed to. We achieved
caused a host of problems that included frequent repairs

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remote actuation and eliminated all of the maintenance

and repair headaches, downtime and expense that we
experienced previously.
How Oil Shear Works

Normal dry clutches employ a sacrificial surfacea
disc or padto engage the load. Having no good way to
remove the heat caused from engagement between the
disc and plate, the material must absorb the heat. The
extremely high temperatures eventually degrade the
friction material. As the friction surface wears away and
begins to glaze, the spring force is reduced, causing torque
fade and positioning errors that require adjustment or
replacement of the friction surface.
Oil shear technology plays a major role in ensuring the
axial pumps at Michoud can operate at full capacity. A
fluid fi lm flows between the friction surfaces, and as the
clutch is engaged, the fluid is compressed. The automatic
transmission fluid (ATF) in shear transmits torque. The
torque transmission causes the stationary surface to
turn, bringing it up to the same relative speed as the
moving surface. Because most of the work is done by the
fluid particles in shear, wear is virtually eliminated by the
time the surfaces actually meet or lock up.
In addition to transmitting torque, the ATF helps to

dissipate heat through a fluid recirculation system. Along
with torque transmission and heat removal, the fluid
serves to continually lubricate all components, which
extends service life.
The oil shear technology provides a cushioned
engagement that reduces shock to the drive systemand
further extends service life.
Unlike dry clutches, the totally enclosed oil shear
system is impervious to external elements such as wet,
dusty or dirty environments. Because the layer of oil
eliminates wear, the clutch provides a long service life.
The decrease in wear and adjustment means increased
uptime for the stormwater pumping system.
Ken Kelly is a regional sales manager for Force Control
Industries, which manufactures oil shear brakes and
clutch brakes. He has been selling power
transmission equipment since 1964 as
a manufacturers representative with
his own firm, and since 1995 directly
for Force Control. He may be reached at
kkelly@forcecontrol.com.

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CHEMICAL PUMPING
Peristaltic Pumps Oer

Solutions in Corrosive &
Abrasive Processes
One new design can pump up to 80 percent solids and ows
up to 450 gpm with a single 4-inch-diameter peristaltic pump.
BY TODD LOUDIN
FLOWROX INC.
ecause the chemical industry is highly diverse,

a particular pump style that works well in
one chemical plant may be a complete failure
in another chemical application. Processes
may be highly acidic, corrosive and potentially abrasive
depending on the final product.
When processes are not highly corrosive or abrasive,
more conventional pumps, such as centrifugal pumps, can
be used with great success. When corrosion and abrasion
enter into the equation, however, engineers may need to
search for alternatives.
Potential Solutions for Corrosion & Abrasion

Two pumping styles that can withstand abrasion and
corrosion are peristaltic pumps and progressive cavity
pumps. Each style has its strengths and weaknesses.
For instance, progressive cavity pumps will perform
best when the medium is more homogeneous, while
peristaltic pumps can respond well with varying levels of
material consistencies and sizes. Large particles typically
pass through peristaltic pumps without damaging the
rubber hose. In some cases, peristaltic pumps have been
used to pump strawberries or baby carrots in solution
without damaging the fruit or vegetables.
Progressive cavity pumps can pump at much higher
flow rates than peristaltic pumps. While they can pump
several thousand gallons per minute (gpm) in larger sizes,
they often cannot pump the high solids content that some
peristaltic pumps can handle.
New Peristaltic Designs

One new design can pump up to about 80 percent solids
and flows up to 450 gpm continuously with a single
4-inch-diameter peristaltic pump.
The new high-flow peristaltic pumps have a singleroller design that is capable of producing about twice the
continuous flow capabilities of some double-shoe, 4-inch
peristaltic pumps. In addition to having significantly
higher flow capacity, the single-roller design produces
other positive attributes compared with shoe-design
peristaltic pumps.
The idea that the medium determines the life of rubber
hoses in peristaltic pumps is not typically correct. The
No. 1 determining factor of rubber hose life in peristaltic
pumps is how many times the rubber hose compresses.
A shoe design or double-roller design compresses the
rubber hose twice during every 360-degree revolution. A
single-roller design pump only compresses the hose once
every 360-degree revolution. The result is that the hose
lifetime in single-roller designs is more than twice that of
two-shoe or two-roller designs.
In addition, a single-roller design generates virtually no
heat when operating. Shoe designs rub against the rubber
hose during operation and generate significant heat. As a
result, shoe-design peristaltic pumps experience further
deterioration of the rubber hose because of this heat
buildup. Shoe-design peristaltic pumps also use large
amounts of glycerin to dissipate the heat generated by the
rubbing action. A single-roller design requires a fraction
Figure 1. A packaged pumping system complete with

knife and pinch valve isolation, safety relief valves,
pulsation dampening and pump (Graphics courtesy of
Flowrox Inc.)
of the glycerin, which can save the user $500

to $2,000 per hose change because of the small
amount of glycerin required.
Finally, a single-roller design can operate at as
much as five times the revolutions per minute as
shoe designs and not generate any significant heat.
The hose lifetime often will be three to five times
longer than shoe designs.
One power plant was using 4-inch-diameter
shoe-design pumps to pump lime slurry and was
incurring $29,000 in operating costs associated
with those pumps. The plant chose to change to
a 2.5-inch single-roller design and reduced its
operating costs to $9,000 per year. The 4-inch
shoe-design hoses were failing approximately
every 500,000 revolutions, while the 2.5-inch
single-roller design hose lifetime was more than
2.7 million revolutions.
Best Environment for Pumping Systems

As new systems and equipment are added
to processes, it can be difficult to make the
environment optimal for different pump types. A
contractor installing the pumps may not be aware
of best practices for each pump style and may make
errors that increase pump wear and downtime.
It is important that pumps, valves and safety
devices are mounted in an environment that is safe
and optimal for the pumps. The mounting structure
for the pumps can be a containment basin to catch
Table 1. This is a general guide for chemical compatibility. As temperatures

and concentrations vary, certain materials become unacceptable for use
with certain chemicals. Check with the pump or valve manufacturer to
determine effectiveness of various materials and usability.
Chemical
Concentration/
Temperature
Potential Rubber
Selection
Sulfuric acid
A rating to 90% at 70 F
EPDM
Oils, fats &

hydrocarbons
Varies by medium
Nitrile (NBR)
Hydrochloric
acid
A rating 25% at 140 F
EPDM
AB rating 37% at 130 F
EPDM
BC rating 50 100% at 70 F
EPDM
Hydrofluoric
acid
AB rating 65% at 70 F
EPDM
Lime slurry or
milk of lime
Natural rubber
(NR)
Calcium
carbonate
Natural rubber
(NR)
Calcium
permanganate
Nitrile (NBR)
Ethylene
Hypalon (CSM)
Ammonia water
A rating varies by
concentration & temperature
EPDM
A rating varies by
Hypalon (CSM)
B rating varies by
Natural rubber
(NR)
Nitrile (NBR)
EPDM
Citric acid
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any undesired leakage. Many pumps can

be mounted on one packaged pumping
system that is plug-and-playdrop it in
place, connect the power and piping, and
start pumping.
Successful Material Selection

Several techniques can be used to
help equipment survive in corrosive
chemicals. One method is to employ
corrosion-resistant alloys that can
withstand chemical attack. This method

may be successful but also could drive
capital expenditures to extreme levels
because of the cost of materials such as
titanium, hasteloy C and monel. In some
chemical operations, Teflon-lined piping,
Teflon-lined valves and pumps using
Teflon internal wear components such as
diaphragm pumps are used successfully.
Both peristaltic pumps and
progressive cavity pumps use rubber
as the main wear component. Several
rubber compounds perform well with
various types of chemicals and abrasion
(see Table 1, page 35).
In most peristaltic pumps, the rubber
hose is the only component that is in
contact with the medium. In progressive
cavity pumps, other metal components
such as the rotor are in contact with the
medium. For this reason, users must
carefully consider material selection.
When selecting various pumps,
the medium, pressure, percent solids,
temperature and many other variables
often determine which pump is ideal for
an intended application. In one pump
application, up to three different styles
may be chosen, and there may be three
to four different brands to choose from
in each style.
Users must be aware of the differences
in each pump type to make the best
decision for their operations.
For more information on

peristaltic pumps, visit
pumpsandsystems.com/
peristaltic-pumps.
877-952-7903
Todd Loudin is president of Flowrox

Inc. in Linthicum, Maryland
Maryland.
Loudin may be reached
at todd.loudin@
flowrox.com. For more
information, visit
flowrox.us.
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CHEMICAL PUMPING
Using Plastic AODD Pumps

Small design modications can eliminate chemical compatibility
and temperature concerns.
BY MIKE SANDLIN
GRACO INC.
wo steps forward, one step back. That is what

it feels like to run an operation with a leaky
pump, which inevitably leads to unscheduled
downtime and increased maintenance needs.
This stalls productivity and can cost companies hundreds
of thousands of dollars per hour of downtime. When
hazardous chemicals are involved, the situation is even
more serious. Aggressive acids and slurries can cause
pumps to leak much faster, and they create an unsafe
work environment.
Air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) chemical
pumps offer many benefits to manufacturers that require
the use of hazardous materials. Most other pump designs
rely on mechanical seals for chemical containment, but

mechanical seals are known for being prone to chemical
erosion and leaking. AODD chemical pump designs
eliminate the need for mechanical seals by using bolts to
secure the pump together and create an effective seal.
The AODD pumps diaphragms move in gentle cycles
to minimize turbulence and protect the liquid from
shearing. In many instances, these chemicals can be as
fragile as they are hazardous, and any mild turbulence
could alter their chemical properties, wasting the
material and costing money. Because AODD pumps
are powered by compressed air rather than electric
motors, they can run dry and deadhead without the
risk of burning, seizing or harming
their components.
The problem with AODD chemical
pumps is that their designs can vary
in quality and effectiveness. The
crucial factors of the AODD chemical
pump selection process are chemical
containment capabilities, corrosion
resistance and icing prevention.
Leaky AODD Chemical Pumps
Image 1. A pump in a sodium hypo transfer application (Courtesy of Graco)
Safety is the primary concern when

moving dangerous chemicals. This
requires a pump with a leak-free
design. Unfortunately, even some
of the best AODD pumps struggle
with leaks over the course of the
pumps life. A few design features
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fluctuating temperatures, which is called

cold flow. As temperature increases, the
effects of cold flow on a plastic AODD
pump escalate.
Cold flow causes deformation of the
plastic pump. The pumps components
release against compression points and
begin to leak. Creep refers to the total
deformation of the pump beyond the
immediate strain of loading and can
cause significant leakage.
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is
highly susceptible to leaking caused by
cold flow because PTFE tries to escape
the load as it gets warmer. PTFE is also
one of the most chemically compatible
materials for resisting corrosion. Ultrahigh-molecular-weight polyethylene
(UHMWPE) is second to PTFE in terms
of chemical compatibility, but it is also
susceptible to cold flow leaking, although
at a lower rate.
In addition, the violent forces of
operation and continuous loading can
eventually loosen the AODD chemical
pumps bolts and create leaks. End users
are advised to re-torque bolts regularly.
Some AODD pumps require even further
leak prevention steps, such as the
installation of reinforcing metallic plates
to evenly distribute the load from the
housing bolts.
Leak Solutions
One solution for leak prevention is
a machined body reinforced with a
dual-force, tie-bolt design. Overall,
machined housing components are
essential for providing a precision fit
that will distribute the load evenly
and greatly reduce leaking. With this
design, components made with PTFE and
UHMWPE, which are highly susceptible
to creep and cold flow, are held securely
by tie-bolts that are resistant to cold flow
and violent forces. This allows the pump
design to make use of these chemically
compatible materials without leakage
occurring because of cold flow.
Pumps that have exposed metal or
wet parts composed of metal are highly
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vulnerable to corrosion, so AODD

chemical pumps designed with metalfree exteriors are more durable in
corrosive environments. Similarly, PTFE
and UHMWPE fluid paths can ensure
chemical compatibility and prevent
interior corrosion. This means that
the entire fluid path is either PTFE or
UHMWPE, so there is no need to worry
about incompatible chemicals eating
away the pumps interior.
Because AODD pumps are operated
by compressed air, they are subject to
rapid changes in temperature. The air is
very hot when it is compressed and cools
rapidly as it expands.
Air motors operate compressed air
at about 20 to 180 pounds per square
inch (psi) (1.4 to 12.4 bar) and exhaust
air at an atmospheric pressure of
approximately 14.7 psi (1.0 bar). This is
a high percentage of pressure decrease
occurring in a short timespan. Because
the exhaust air will be below freezing
temperatures when it exits, moisture in
the air freezes and crystallizes inside the
air valves. This ice can cause the air valves
to stall, creating unplanned downtime
and increased maintenance needs.
One possible feature of an AODD
pump for icing-resistant air systems
includes parallel pilot shifting valves.
This stall-free design reduces icing
and maintenance needs while keeping
production moving.
around the manifolds, worn internal

fluid bowls and discoloration on the
floor caused by severe leakage. End users
can prevent premature deterioration
by carefully selecting the best quality
pump for operational needs. A dual-force,

tie-bolt design and precision-machined
components offer a leak-free precision fit
for effective chemical containment and
safe operations.
Technology Replacement
Several visual clues can indicate whether
it is time to replace an old or deteriorated
pump with current technology. These
include a corroded pump exterior, leaks
Mike Sandlin is a product marketing
manager at Graco Inc. for the Process
Division. His area of focus includes
developing and marketing
products for fluid-handling
applications. Visit graco.
com/chemsafe for more
information.
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Wireless PdM Sensors Save

Chemical Plant $80,000 in
Lost Productivity
Modern real-time monitoring allowed this plant to drastically
improve its reliability strategy.
BY MATT COWEN
KCF TECHNOLOGIES
managers vacation, he received immediate notification

otor-driven roots blowers are a critical
through email and text messages that the blower was
part of everyday operations for one of the
experiencing failure.
nations leading chemical companies, which
He was able to quickly reach the reliability team
creates chemical components for vehicle
member he had appointed to check the bucket while he
tires. Unexpected failures in the roots blower parts have
was on vacation. A large amount of grease in the bucket
cost the plant up to $80,000 in lost productivity for one
confirmed that the seal had broken.
specific incident.
This quick catch enabled the reliability team to quickly
When a leaky seal on one of the plants 10 roots blowers
fi x the seal on the 150- to 200-horsepower motor driving
was causing shutdowns, the reliability manager ramped
the roots blower and change the parts to avoid a costly
up monitoring. The seal was expensive to fi x, so he
failure and lengthy downtime.
wanted to wait until the problem worsened to perform a
total fi x.
The manager placed a bucket under
the roots blowers seal to monitor for
complete seal breakagethe failure would
be indicated if the bucket fi lled up quickly
rather than a drop at a time.
Before installing wireless sensors
and securing the accompanying data
analysis, the only other monitoring
that supplemented the bucket method
was a quarterly or monthly read with a
handheld stethoscope. This method gave
the reliability manager a limited snapshot
of his plants operationslike seeing two
Figure 1. The monitoring software shows a photo of the roots blower and motor with health
minutes of a 90-minute movie.
indicators overlaid. Reliability managers can select the health indicators on the image to
The plant upgraded to wireless sensors
access a dropdown menu of indicators to show a variety of vibration, temperature, pressure
in December 2015. During the reliability
or battery voltage readings. (Graphics courtesy of KCF Technologies)
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QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN

INSTALLING WIRELESS SENSORS
When considering installing wireless sensors on
machinery, make sure to ask potential vendors
these questions:
Figure 2. This monitoring software graph shows the indicator level for
analysis of the vibration. The top image shows a drastic increase in the
vibration trend over the period of a month.
The company invested around $25,000 for a wireless

system, which included 28 sensors that were installed on
14 assets. The company estimates that the discovery on
the roots blower saved $80,000. The investment paid for
itself three times within the first month of the wireless
sensor systems installation.
Using vibration monitoring to detect problems in
machines and equipment has been part of the industrial
predictive maintenance (PdM) strategy for decades, but
it has been limited to two methods: wired systems and
high-end stethoscopes.
Wired systems are expensive and complicated to
install. With high-end stethoscopes, maintenance teams
can take occasional readings, but this monitoring takes
place for only a few seconds once every 30 to 90 days.
With this method, reliability team members spend 90
percent of their time searching for problems and only 10
percent fi xing theman extremely inefficient approach.
Now, wireless monitoring systems can bridge the gap
between wired systems and stethoscopes. Using wireless
technology, industrial plants and mills are monitoring
more of their equipment on a 24/7 basis. Advancements
in wireless monitoring have made observing machine
behavior and eliminating downtime easier than ever.
When this chemical company installed wireless sensors
to track both vibrations and temperature, its reliability
team was able to identify potential failures sooner.
As shown in Figure 2, the sensors PdM hardware,
software and remote monitoring revealed that the roots
blower had reached a warning thresholdan issue that
likely would not have been caught by a wired or routebased system. Sentry engineers monitoring the sensors
noted the increased levels and immediately alerted the
plants reliability manager and team. The team then
corroborated these results with handheld readings (and
with the full bucket of grease) and changed the motor seal
on the roots blower before a catastrophic failure occurred.
What is your installation support process?

Do you provide on-site installation?
Are the alarm thresholds appropriate?
Is ongoing, cloud-based monitoring available
to help us catch failures?
Who owns the data?
For cloud-based data, how long do you store it?
How much training is included in your
packages?
Is the training on-site or virtual?
Are in-house, certified vibration analysts
available to help with remote monitoring and
machine diagnostics?
Is the data full-spectrum or trend-line only?
What is the frequency of full-spectrum
readings?
Is the battery proprietary or Duracell?
What is the battery life?
Is the system a true wireless or an octopus
system?
How large is the footprint of the wireless signal?
How will the wireless signal impact my mills
other wireless signals?
Is there a cell modem option, or am I forced to
ask my IT department for bandwidth?
What is the price (sensors, collection servers,
software licensing, troubleshooting, training
and ongoing analysis)?
Wireless sensors are just one piece of the PdM puzzle.

The secret to an effective PdM strategy is real-time data
analysis. Qualified mechanical engineers can conduct
comprehensive data interpretation to help chemical
companies address why potential failures occur rather
than simply addressing the symptoms.
Identifying this roots blower failure allowed the
chemical plant to extend the parts life cycle by 50 to
100 percent. A standard two-year life span for the roots
blower may have been extended to three to four years.
Matt Cowen is a national account manager at KCF
Technologies, where he specializes in the pap
paper
and pulp, chemical, and packaging industries
industries.
Cowen and his company promote conditionbased maintenance programs and work with
maintenance and reliability teams to use it.
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Pipeline Receives Pump &

Seal Improvements
Seal upgrade and pump repair in the U.S. midwest boost
eciency and reliability with minimal downtime.
BY KEN BABUSIAK, HYDRO INC.
CIFFONE, JOHN CRANE
& JOHN
echanical seals on pumps in the oil and gas

industry often need to be upgraded to meet
more stringent standards, such as tighter
emissions regulations. More advanced seals
also offer companies increased efficiency and reliability.
Older pumps, however, sometimes need to be modified
to accommodate these enhancements because the newer
parts may not be the same size and shape as the ones
they are replacing. In these cases, a parts supplier can
partner with an aftermarket engineering firm to come up
with a long-term plan for revitalizing older pumps. The
refurbished pumps can offer benefits including direct cost
savings and a reduction in repair and maintenance.
An Upgrade Plan Emerges

In 2011, a field service engineer was at a pipeline station
for service when a technician informed him that the
company was considering overhauling all of its pumps
as preventive maintenance. The company planned to
investigate the possibility of upgrading mechanical seals.
The field service engineer and his team decided to
analyze all of the users pumping stations from Illinois
to Iowaabout 500 miles of pipeline. Every field service
engineer who worked on the pipeline met in Cedar Rapids,
Iowa, where a regional engineer led a meeting about what
would be the best technology solution for this user.
The team decided to replace the existing single
mechanical seals with a mechanical seal developed
specifically for single-seal installations and designed
to attain maximum achievable controllable technology
(MACT) compliance in light hydrocarbons and other
volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Image 1. The bottom half of the coupling end bearing housing installed on the
pump with the bottom half of the journal bearing, oil rings and seals installed
(Images courtesy of Hydro Inc.)
The field service engineers provided information on

the pumps in their area, the seal data and the coupling
information. All of the pumps would require minor
modifications to accommodate these new seals. The
team collated information about the pumps and wrote
the necessary engineering projects for the preliminary
drawings. Once the drawings were approved and
finalized, the pumps were sent to a pump repair and
service provider to be upgraded to accept the highertechnology seal.
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Suggested Seal Replacement

The first pump to undergo seal upgrade resides at a
mainline pump booster station for a 10-inch propane/
butane pipeline that connects the users assets with
Midwest markets, including Chicago.
This Bingham 6 x 8 x 12.5, MSD, four-stage
pump, which had been in service for a number of
years, still employed a standard, traditional pipeline
seal. This critical pump, which is used in a light
hydrocarbon pumping application, requires maximum
emissions control.
The field service engineers looked for modern seals
designed to provide even higher environmental, safety
and reliability performance.
The suggested tandem seal provides necessary
secondary containment that the single seal lacks. While
the old seal has been the industry standard used in the
pipeline business, in recent years, pipeline companies
have begun to look at emissions controls, standardization
and better seal performance.
The upgraded seal is designed with computer
modeling, validated with years of lab performance
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and field testing, made specifically for hydrocarbon

low emissions containment required services, and
created using American Petroleum Institute (API)
682-compliant materials.
Modifying the First Pump

The new seala larger, double sealwould fit in the
pipeline station pump with slight modification. While
the pump was pulled to complete this adjustment, the
end user also desired a high-quality pump inspection
and repair to ensure the overall reliability of the
complete pump.
As an added benefit, the user could simultaneously
have the service provider assess the condition of each
pump and carry out any additional repairs resulting
from wear and tear.
The users reliability team worked with the seal
companys sales and engineering support group and
the service providers management team to develop a
comprehensive work scope. This required layout and
specification of customized bearing isolator seals to fit
the limited distance to the nearest obstruction.
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Long-term Success
Image 2. A new mechanical seal installed
Image 3. A completed pump with mechanical seal piping and

customer-supplied cyclone separators installed
In addition, the case required drilling for seal flush and

drain connections to ensure cooling and lubrication of
critical seal-face areas.
The repair and service provider also carried out a
disassembly, cleaning and inspection (DCI) service, which
identifies repairs, maintenance and upgrades that can be
made to ensure optimal pump performance.
The repairs included manufacturing of a new shaft
modified with improved material and geometry to
reduce stress and equipment fatigue, as well as
replacement of the wearing components with tighter
running clearances.
These modifications were achieved by comprehensive
inspection of parallelism, perpendicularity and
concentricity of critical components as well as
re-machining of the bearing housings.
Finally, the individual impellers and the rotor assembly
were dynamically balanced to 1W/N to achieve absolute
minimum imbalance and vibration.
This joint effort between the seal manufacturer and

service provider resulted in long-term success. The
users rebuilt pump and upgraded seal have been in
service since July 2013 without any issues or interruption
in routine production.
The pump has been running fl awlessly since
2013 and has been more reliable than the other pump
at the station. The project represented the first of four
pumps initially planned for conversion to the new
seal design.
With the older seal-flush fi lter elements, the user
had to maintain and replace them from time to time
as they became clogged, typically implementing two
complete inboard and outboard fi lter element changes
a year. Filters with elements were replaced with cyclone
separators. The new cyclone separators with the upgraded
seal have not needed to be changed in the past three years
of service.
The end user estimates a direct savings of around
$20,000 per pump for each year the seals do not need to
be changed.
Since the modification, the seals have needed to be
changed only once, and this was because of a large slug of
dirt dislodged by some pigging activities, resulting in an
amount of debris too large for the separator to handle.
At the end of each pumps upgrade, the user will
possess refurbished equipment that will perform at a
high level for many years.
Given the positive outcome for this first modification
and upgrade, a second identical unit has recently been
slated for the same service.
When two rotating equipment solution providers
join forces to provide expert analysis and engineered
solutions, the end users reliability and total cost of
ownership can be improved with minimal downtime.
Ken Babusiak has held various

positions in the pump industry for more
than 40 years. Babusiak has served as vice
president of industrial sales for Hydro
Service Centers for the past 13
years.
John Ciffone has held various positions at
John Crane for 40 years. Ciffone is currently a
field representative.
EFFICIENCY MATTERS
A Guide to Energy-Efficient Sealing Solutions

Energy escapes the system when heated process fluid leaks, making seals a critical
component for conservation.
By Richard Smith
AESSEAL
n Europe, it is estimated that

around 10 percent of electrical
power is used for pumping
equipment1, which is a significant
part of running a manufacturing
operation. One of the consequences
of this usage is that regulatory
bodies in the United Kingdom
and plant owners are focusing
on improving the energy
efficiency of pumps and pumping
systems. Appropriate selection
of mechanical sealing systems
can have a significant impact on a
plants energy efficiency.
Figure 1. Energy efficiency of popular flush

plans (Graphics courtesy of AESSEAL)
Mechanical Seals
The purpose of mechanical seals is
to seal the process fluid. Whether
the fluid is toxic or expensive,
the objective of these seals is to
keep it within the system and
pipework to prevent it from
seeping out. If the liquid or process
fluid that is leaking is heated, the
system is losing costly energy.
So whether a system involves
fl anges, valve stems or pump
seals, it is necessary to think of
the seal not only as preventing
process fluid contamination and
leakage to external
atmosphere,
but also as an
important part of
conserving energy
within the system.
With relatively
small seals,
about 1 to 2
inches (25 to 50
millimeters [mm])
in diameter, energy
consumption is
relatively low at
1 horsepower
(hp), or 0.75
kilowatts (kW),
as a maximum.2
Larger sealing
mechanisms
can consume more
than 3 hp (2.24
kW) as a maximum
power absorption. This number

may seem low, but if the focus is
on the thermal inefficiency of seal
flush plans, the energy that may
be lost in inefficient systems can
be significant.
To function correctly, mechanical
seals need to be flushed with a
fluid to lubricate and keep the seal
faces cool. This is accomplished
through the use of sealing systems
and various configurations of seal
flush plans (American Petroleum
Institute [API] plans).
Mechanical seals on pumps
are among the most delicate
components. Seal flush plans
change the environment in which
the seals operate, helping them
flourish and provide reliable
operation. In simple terms, flush
plans are used to create a stable
and idealized environment for the
seal, and they are formalized by
API in its standard API 682, where
they are detailed.
The Fluid Sealing Association
(FSA) conducted a survey3 of
pumps incorporating a total of
28,000 seals where the process
temperature exceeded 400 F
(204 C).
Figure 1 shows the most popular
flush plans used and their energy
absorption. Flush Plan 32, the
second most commonly specified
in the survey, is by far the highest
energy user.
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Figure 2 (top). A diagram showing API Plan 21

Figure 3 (bottom). A diagram showing API Plan 23
Flow control orifice
Cooling water out
From high pressure region
of pump (pump discharge
or pump discharge piping)
Heat exchanger
Cooling water in
Temperature indicator
Flush
Quench
Drain
Vent (normally closed)
Cooling water in
Flush
outlet
Heat exchanger (vertically

oriented finned air cooler shall
be installed if specified)
Cooling water out
Temperature indicator
Quench
Pumping ring
Drain
Drain
(normally
closed)
Flush inlet
Figure 4 (top). A diagram showing API Plan 32

Figure 5 (bottom). A diagram showing API Plan 62
Valve, needle
Temperature indicator (optional)
Pressure indicator
Flow meter
Purchaser
Valve, check
Strainer, y
Seal
vendor
Valve (normally open)
Valve, check
Flush
Quench
Drain
Valve (normally open)
Understanding the flush plans

is critical for impacting energy
efficiency in seal systems and
seeing how they control the seal
environment. Currently, API 682
Standard is in its 4th edition and
details more than 30 plans.4 The
standard has evolved over 20 years
and serves as a representative
sound engineering practice in the
application of mechanical seals.
The latest edition has incorporated
many of the improvements
from the previous editions as
highlighted by users.
Looking at studies on different
flush plans undertaken by FSA
allows comparison of some plans
with a hypothetical case study. The
single-seal flush plans are Plans
21, 23, 32 and 62 (see Figures 2
through 5). We will look at dual
seals and the appropriate seal
flush plans in a separate study.
Outlined below are the alternative
flush plans for single seals.
API Plan 21: This is commonly
used for high-temperature process
fluids. API Plan 21 takes a simple
side stream from the discharge,
which is at higher pressure than
the seal chamber. The higher
pressure drives the hot liquid
through an orifice plate that
controls the flow, then through a
heat exchanger before this cooler
liquid is injected on the seal flush
over the seal faces and then fed
back into the processan openloop cooling system.
One issue with API Plan 21 is
that the seal flush liquid enters the
process and, with the process fluid
being at a higher temperature, this
additional cool flush liquid dilutes
the process.
API Plan 23: By comparison,
API Plan 23 can be described as a
closed-loop cooling system. It is
probably the most efficient way to
remove heat from a mechanical
seal. The seal chamber is closed

down by throat bushing at the neck
of the seal chamber, and within the
seal chamber is a secondary, small
impeller to circulate liquid though
the heat exchanger.
Plan 23 is significantly more
efficient than Plan 21 because only
heat from the seal faces and any
heat that comes through the pump
casing is removed, and no heat is
removed from the process.
API Plan 32: This plan involves
injecting a clean, cold liquid from
an external source through various
controls, through the seal faces and
into the process.
The flush liquid is generally
significantly cooler than the
process fluid, and this liquid dilutes
the process and has a significant
effect on the thermal efficiency of
the process.
This scenario can be compared
to constantly running the cold
water in the bath, while trying
to keep it warm with the hot
tapthe bathwater quickly loses
temperature.
API Plan 62: API Plan 62 is
an atmospheric plan commonly
used on hot-oil-type applications
for a single seal. With Plan
62, steam is taken across the
atmospheric side of the seal and
down to a drain system.
The steam is not used for cooling
but instead carries away any
hydrocarbon particles that congeal
on the atmospheric side of the face,
removing them before they start
carbonizing and causing the seal
and faces to hang up.
Plan 62 is a relatively energyefficient method of sealing a hotoil pump. Generally, only a small
amount of steam is required;
however, controlling the steam flow
on a steam quench can be difficult.
For example, in some
installations the steam escapes to
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Table 1. A comparison of single-seal flush plans
API Plan Description
Observation
Sealing
system
power
consumption
API
Plan 21
Cooled
bypass flush
A hot process
continually cooled
bypass flush
means poor energy
efficiency.
37.8 kW/hr
API
Plan 23
Cooled
closed-loop
flush
More efficient
closed-loop circuit
that dissipates heat
generated at seal
faces only.
1.7 kW/hr
API
Plan 32
Cool external
flush
Constant cold,
clean external
flush directly into
process fluid is very
energy inefficient.
Heat required to
compensate for
injection of cool flush.
47.4 kW/hr
API
Plan 62
Dead ended/
Very efficientuses
steam quench little steam and has
no effect on process
temperature.
0.8 kW/hr*
* If well maintained (if not 1.8kW)
the atmospheric side of the seal, which dramatically increases

the energy requirement, quickly making the system inefficient.
Most issues with the API Plan 62 steam quenchs energy
efficiency are a result of poor maintenance.
Applying the Plans
Pumped fluid:
Specific gravity:
Specific heat:
System pressure:
Pump driver:
Sealing devices:
Assumptions:
Applying the previously mentioned API plans to a hypothetical

hot-oil pumping application illustrates the relative energy
efficiency of each (see Table 1).
The configuration of this example application is a single-stage,
end-suction centrifugal pump (API 610 compliant), based on the
following characteristics and factors.
Hydrocarbon at 600 F (315 C)
0.8
1.67 kJ-C (0.4 BTU/lb-C)
345 kPag (50 psig) in seal chamber
50 hp (typical)
Compression packing, mechanical seals
Heat lost at the pump must be replaced at the
system boiler/heat exchanger
To put the figures in Table 1 into context, if a pump is running

24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the difference between flushing
a seal using API Plan 32 and API Plan 23 can mean around
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400,000 kW of energy saved each

year. When these savings, which
equate to a 96 percent reduction
in energy costs, are spread across
multiple pumps and multiple
locations, the potential overall
savings are huge.
Potential sealing system
savings can exceed the energy
savings obtained from switching
to variable frequency drives,
improving pump hydraulics,
trimming impellers or resizing
pumps in many applications.
Selection of inappropriate sealing
systems can have a significant
impact on the thermal efficiency of
a plant and a plants utilities.
Sealing systems found in many
industrial applications, even
when functioning as intended, are
extremely wasteful of energy.
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However, the sealing industry

has technologies that can overcome
some of this energy waste, and
there is increased awareness about
these solutions. Improved sealing
technologies available today can
reduce the need for energy-wasting
systems that result in cooling/
dilution of the process and the
need for downstream separation/
evaporation, re-heating and/or
effluent treatment.
Being able to choose between
different sealing systems or
flush plans requires a good
understanding of the principles
of their operation and why
they each are used. The best way
to access this knowledge is to
work with a sealing partner that
has an understanding of this
specialized area.
References
1. youtube.com/watch?v=FvPRTowCK-E
2. maintenancetechnology.com/2010/01/
saving-energy-with-sealing-systems-344/
3. pumpsystemsmatter.org/uploadedFiles/
Pumps/Membership/Member_Services/
Meetings/AZIBERT%20-%20Sealing%20
Systems%20Energy%20Efficiency.pdf
4. api.org
Richard Smith has worked in

the field of high-end sealing
technology for the past 25 years,
joining AESSEAL in 1990. He has
extensive knowledge of field
applications in many industry
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Smart Vibration Tools Bridge the Gap

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These technologies can help make maintenance more efficient and effective.
By John Bernet
Fluke Corporation
ost maintenance workers

are familiar with the
benefits of proactive
maintenance, but many challenges
stand in the way of this approach.
Ideally, every company would
have unlimited resources and
its own reliability team to help
lower maintenance costs, limit
unexpected failures and earn more

revenue from increased production.
In the real world, however, many
companies have been unable to
implement a successful proactive
maintenance program. Typically,
only highly critical industries such
as petrochemical, pulp and paper,
and power generation routinely
apply condition monitoring,

while smaller facilities that lack
maintenance programs regularly
change out parts before they wear
out, outsource components or even
run equipment to failure.
In todays economic
environment, implementing
proactive maintenance is more
challenging than ever: Downtime
is becoming more expensive,
quotas are increasing, budgets
are getting smaller each year,
competition is getting tougher,
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about to burst. Many skilled and
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Companies with reliability teams
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In situations where maintenance
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Effective Solutions
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For the past 30 years, two solutions

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machines in the plant: either the
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50
MAINTENANCE MINDERS
high-end vibration analyzer or the

low-end vibration pen. The highend analyzer provides detailed
waveform data that requires
advanced training and experienced
interpretation, while the low-end
vibration pen is easy to use but
only provides a simple number with
little information.
Recently, however, technology
has improved, and two new
vibration tools have been
developed to help technicians
get the answers they need about
their rotating machinery. These
new tools, the vibration tester and
vibration meter, are less complex
than the analyzer but more
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The vibration tester provides
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Bridging the Knowledge Gap

These smart tools do not replace
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MOTORS & DRIVES
Understand the Effects of Premium-Efficient

Motors on Older Pump Systems
DOE rules since 1992 have impacted the U.S. motor market.
By John Malinowski
Baldor Electric Company
any users have replaced

worn-out motors on
older pumps. Closecoupled pump motors made
before late 2010 did not have
a regulated efficiency. In one
recent case, a user replacing a
7.5-horsepower (hp), two-pole
motor discovered that the motor
had been drawing more than its
nameplate amperage. This was
because the old motor operated
at 3,419 revolutions per minute
(rpm) and the new motor at 3,542
rpm, which meant the pump was
actually drawing 8.3 hp rather
than the rated 7.5 hpand
producing more water flow. To
adjust output, the pumps impeller
would need to be changed or
trimmed based on input from the
pump manufacturer.
In the motor catalogs of many
manufacturers, the speed is often
shown at the motors synchronous
speed (3,600, 1,800, 1,200 rpm,
etc., for 60 hertz [Hz]) rather than
the actual speed. Actual speed is a
result of slip in the motor needed
for it to produce torque. Generally,
as efficiency increases, the slip
decreases, resulting in a higherspeed motor. But there are no
strict rules on how much speed a
motor might gain with an efficiency
increase because this depends on
the motor manufacturers design.
There also may be differences in the
Table 1. An overview of federal energy-efficiency motor rules (Graphics courtesy

of Baldor Electric Company)
U.S. Dept. of
Energy Rule
Effective date
Generalpurpose motors
Close-coupled
pump motors
Energy Policy
Act of 1992
October 1992
Energy efficient
for 1 to 200 hp,
three-phase
Not regulated
Energy
Independence
and Security Act
December 2010
Premium
efficient for 1 to
200 hp, threephase
Energy efficient
for three-phase
Small Motor Rule March 2015
General-purpose Not regulated

ODP one-phase
and three-phase,
42-48-56-frame
only
Amended
Integral HP Rule
Premiumefficient for 1 to
500 hp, threephase
June 2016
designs between manufacturers.

Some existing two-pole motors
could be 3,450 rpm, while others of
the same ratings are 3,470 rpm.
Another consideration when
upgrading to a premium-efficient
motor is that its physical size may
be larger and its weight will be
higher. The National Electrical
Manufacturers Association
(NEMA) frame and footprint
should be the same, but the motor
body may be longer to hold the
additional active material needed
for higher efficiency. The inrush
current may be higher resulting
in a higher kilovolt-ampere (kVA)
code, and the heaters in the
Premium
efficient for
three-phase
starter may need to be changed. In

summary, there may be a form, fit
and function issue that needs to
be resolved.
History of Energy-Efficiency
Regulations
Premium-efficient motors were
introduced in the early 1980s, but
an official NEMA standard was not
released until mid-2001. Upgrades
to premium motors were voluntary
until December 2010. With the
amended U.S. Department of
Energy rule going into effect in
June 2016, almost all 1- to 500-hp
three-phase motors manufactured
today are premium-efficient.
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MOTORS & DRIVES
Table 2. Affinity law for centrifugal loads
Speed
Volume
Pressure/head
Horsepower
required
100%
100%
100%
100%
90%
90%
81%
73%
80%
80%
64%
51%
70%
70%
49%
34%
60%
60%
36%
22%
50%
50%
25%
13%
40%
40%
16%
6%
30%
30%
9%
3%
lower speed has less cooling air from

the fan to carry away the heat.
In many cases, the VFD allows the
pump to be set to follow a set pressure
and to adjust the pump output as
demand changes. A VFD system
provides large energy savings over
a valve to control flow. As the pump
speed is reduced, the hp required from
the motor is reduced by the cube of the
speed changecalled the affinity law.
Conclusion
When replacing a motor on an older
pump, be mindful of the higher speed
for newer premium-efficient motors
that may result in the pump producing
more flow and operating the motor
above its rated load point. The pump
impeller may be trimmed or replaced
to reduce this load, or a VFD may be
added to operate the motor at speeds
to match the flow requirement.
John Malinowski is the senior

manager for industry affairs at Baldor
Electric Company in Fort Smith,
Arkansas. Malinowski is a senior
member of IEEE and a member of the
IEEE Industry Application Society.
He serves on the IEEE Pulp & Paper
Industry Committee, is active with the
IEEE Petroleum and Chemical Industry
Committee, and serves on several
IEEE Standards Working Groups.
He is immediate past chairman
of NEMA MG1 Motor &
Generator Section and
Baldors representative
for several energy
advocate
organizations.
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SEALING SENSE
Back to Basics: Soft Gaskets

Third in a Series
By Chett Norton
FSA Member, Triangle Fluid Controls Ltd.
DOS & DONTS FOR SOFT GASKET MATERIAL

DO
his is the first of two

articles in this Back to
Basics series that will
discuss gasketing. This article
will focus on non-metallic (soft)
gaskets, and the second will focus
on semi-metallic gaskets.
A non-metallic gasket is
one that does not have any
metal in its construction and
that consists of one or more
materials such as elastomers,
polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE),
flexible graphite, natural fibers
or mineral-based materials. The
gasket also may be composed of a
binder and fi ller(s), or it could be
completely homogeneous.
Understanding the forces
acting within a bolted joint fl ange
assembly (BJFA) is critical because
these forces have a direct impact on
the performance and longevity of a
soft gasket installed within a BJFA.
Figure 1 (page 56) shows the
three main forces that act upon
a BJFA. Force A is the fl ange/
bolt load. It must compress
the gasket enough to fi ll any
serrations or imperfections on
the sealing surface to prevent any
potential leak paths. Force B is
the hydrostatic end load caused
by the internal pressure of the
fluid in the system. It tries to push
the two fl anges apart. Force C
is the internal blowout pressure
that acts upon the gasket and
DO NOT
Contact the manufacturer for

recommended torque values to
ensure both bolt stress and gasket
load do not exceed the maximum
recommended value.
Always use a new gasket; never
reuse an older or existing gasket.
Ensure the gasket is the proper
dimensions (ID, OD and thickness).
Always use the thinnest gasket
material available to minimize the
effects of gasket creep relaxation.
When installing the gasket,
ensure that you are checking the
gap around the flanges with a
measurement tool to ensure that
they are parallel when moving
toward one another.
tries to push it out through the

gap between the fl anges. A main
concern is determining the gasket
stress or load that will be applied
to the gasket. The load is Force
A (fl ange/bolt load) minus Force
B (hydrostatic end load). This
remaining gasket load must then
be greater than Force C (internal
blowout pressure) to ensure the
integrity of the seal; otherwise, a
leak or gasket blowout can occur.
Soft Gasket Materials

Soft gaskets are used in a wide
range of applications for both
general-service and corrosive
applications. They are suitable
for low-, medium- and hightemperature ranges depending on
the materials from which they are
manufactured. As a rule of thumb,
Do not use grease or adhesive

to stick the gasket to the flange
so that the gasket is held into
place prior to bolt-up. This
action may prematurely begin to
chemically attack or break down
the gasket.
Do not rip or tear the gasket.
Ensure that the material is cut
clean with a sharp edge or die.
Do not glue or use two gaskets
together to achieve the desired
thickness.
Do not re-torque or hot torque
a gasket once it has been put
into service.
Do not exceed the maximum gasket
load for the gasket material.
soft gaskets should be used only in

Class 150# and 300# applications.
In some higher-pressure class
piping systems, both the pressure
and temperature under the
operating conditions may be below
the maximum allowable amounts
for the material. Using a soft
gasket material in this scenario is
not recommended.
Routinely, when piping systems
are pressure tested, the pressure
used is at least 1.5 times the
pressure class rating, not the actual
operational conditions. This test
pressure could easily exceed the
maximum pressure rating of the
product. Note that soft gaskets
should not be used in flange classes
above 300#. The amount of load
on the gasket and the resulting
gasket stress created to achieve
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After choosing the correct gasket material, installation is

next. Studies have shown that between 80 and 85 percent
of all gasket failures are the result of improper installation.
If your company has a gasket installation procedure, use
it. If not, you can purchase a copy of American Society of
Mechanical Engineers (ASME) PCC-1 Guidelines for Pressure
Boundary Bolted Flange Joint Assembly.
Even if you do have a gasket installation procedure,
consider comparing your procedure to similar methods listed
in PCC-1 to ensure the installer is using the best methods
when installing the gasket. The following are a few tips to keep
in mind.
1. Ensure the fl anges are clean. Visually inspect for dings,
marks or indentations in the fl ange sealing faces. If debris
or foreign gasket material is stuck on the fl ange, use a
brass or soft wire brush to lightly remove it. Do not use a
grinder, scraper or chisel to remove any foreign material
stuck to the fl ange.
2. Align flanges properly to maximize sealing contact and to
provide a uniform gasket load.
3. Lubricate working surfaces of all fastening components
(bolts, nuts and washers) to ensure uniform friction.
4. Verify material/grade and ensure that the material and
bolts are in good condition. Make sure the nuts spin freely
onto the thread and do not bind before installation.
5. Number and tighten bolts using a proven tightening
sequence or assembly pattern, and use a calibrated
torque-control device to ensure proper torque values
are applied.
6. Assembly records should always be kept for each BJFA
because they allow the installer to verify that proper
procedures were followed, and they are essential for later
investigation if issues occur.
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HI PUMP FAQS
Monitoring Power for Rotodynamic Pump

Conditions & Design Considerations
for Slurry Pumping Systems
By Hydraulic Institute
How can power

monitoring be used for
condition monitoring of
rotodynamic pumps?
Flow rate, operating
speed, fluid density and viscosity
are operating conditions that
impact the absorbed power.
When using power monitoring
to assess condition, operating
point and process conditions
must be monitored, and the pump
must be operated at the same
conditions when data is recorded.
To adequately monitor the pumps
operating condition, users must
measure the following: rate of flow,
total head, net positive suction
head available (NPSH A), pumpage
viscosity and specific gravity. When
variable speed devices are used,
speed also should be measured.
Once it has been determined that
changes in the power consumed
by a pump are not the result of
changes in its operating conditions,
then the changes can be attributed
to a pump or motor failure mode.
Further study of the changes in
power and other failure causes will
be required to determine the exact
mode of failure.
Monitoring the power consumed
by a pump can give advanced
indication of the following: changes
in process conditions; excessive
wear in the hydraulic components
of the pump affecting performance;
rolling element bearing failure;
Figure 12.3.6. Typical constant concentration slurry pipeline friction loss

characteristics (Courtesy of Hydraulic Institute)
coupling failure; and shaft

breakage. Caution must be used
when applying electrical power
monitoring techniques to pumps
exhibiting flat power curves (i.e.,
where power changes very little
over the operating range). In these
cases, setting alarm points can
be difficult because of the need to
distinguish between small power
changes resulting from operating
point changes and power changes
involving other causes, such as
temperature changes in the motor
or pump and normal process
fluctuations.
There are several ways to
monitor the power used by a
pump. Note that some of these
instrumentation/systems measure
mechanical power, and some
measure electrical power.
For example, torque meters and

strain gauges measure mechanical
power, while power meters
and electrical current measure
electrical power.
Torque meter: The most

direct monitoring method is
to install a torque meter with
integral speed pickup between
the driver and the pump. This
system will directly sense the
speed and torque required by
the pump. Some torque meter
readouts will calculate the
actual power transmitted.
Power meter: This
measurement is useful if the
pump is driven by an electrical
motor, either directly coupled to
the pump or through a gearbox,
belt or hydraulic coupling.
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CAN YOUR PUMP HANDLE

Electrical transducers are typically
installed in the electrical motor
starter to measure voltage, current
and phase angle. These measured
values are used in the calculation of
the power supplied to the motor.
This approach not only will monitor
the power change in the pump as
parts deteriorate or drag, but it also
can indicate other changes to the
general health of the electrical
motor and/or the gearbox, belts or
hydraulic coupling.
Electrical current: This is similar
to a power meter, but only the motor
current is monitored. The line voltage
and power factor are assumed to
remain constant, allowing one to
calculate the power supplied to the
motor. While this method monitors
the condition of the pump and
motor, it is susceptible to error
caused by variations in the electrical
supply grid.
Strain gauges: Strain gauges,
applied to either the pump shaft
near the coupling or the drive
output shaft with proper telemetry
or slip ring equipment, will give an
indication of the torque required
to drive the pump. This approach
is similar to using a torque shaft
except that it does not require a
longer baseplate to accommodate
the torque shafts length; however,
some accuracy is sacrificed. If the
pump speed is constant or known,
the power required by the pump can
be calculated. Relating torque to a
strain gauge measurement requires
knowledge of the torque shafts
stiff ness. Generally, this specification
on the torque shaft (assuming
linearity) is difficult to identify
because the torque loading is often
complicated by shaft misalignments.
Variable frequency drive: Many
variable frequency drives can be
programmed to provide power
monitoring.
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of the minimum head loss velocity

and the deposit velocity.
With a non-settling slurry, the
lowest specific energy consumption
often occurs at the transition between
laminar and turbulent flow. Operation
in turbulent flow also ensures that
any coarse solids in the flow remain
suspended. For these reasons, it is
often recommended to operate at a
velocity just above the transition to
turbulence, as seen in Figure 12.3.6.
However, operation in laminar flow
is sometimes desired to reduce
pipeline velocity and associated wear.
Without turbulence, any coarse solids
present in the flow may settle, forming
a stationary deposit. In this case,
expert advice should be sought during
pipeline design.
There will always be some inaccuracy
in calculations because of variations
in factors such as slurry and piping
geometry. These small variations
can affect system head requirements
significantly, so provisions should
be designed into the system to
adjust the pump output to match
the actual system needs. This can be
accomplished by altering the pump
speed using a variable frequency
drive, sheave changes or changing
the impeller diameter. In either case,
excess driver power must be available
to accommodate the new pumping
requirements.
For more information on slurry
system design considerations, refer
to ANSI/HI 12.1-12.6 Rotodynamic
Centrifugal Slurry Pumps for
Nomenclature, Definitions, Applications,
and Operation.
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PRODUCTS
1
New & Notable Technology

Products selected by the Pumps & Systems editors
2
4
1 VARIABLE SPEED PLANETARY GEAR
VOITH TURBO has released the VoreconNX,

which is the next generation of the Vorecon
variable speed planetary gear. The NX series
covers the power range up to 10 megawatts.
The Vorecon is used throughout the oil
and gas industry, controlling the speed
in upstream, midstream and downstream
applications. In the new series, an
optimized torque provides efficient speed
control. In accordance with the Vorecon
superimposition principle, this uses only a
small part of the input power. Depending on
the speed required, this power is fed back to
the driveline by way of the planetary gear on
the driven side. Adjustable pump blades in
the torque converter provide the control
stepless and wear-free.
2 WASTEWATER PUMPING SYSTEM
XYLEM has revealed what it calls the

worlds first wastewater pumping system
with integrated intelligence. The Flygt
Concertor senses the operating conditions
of its environment, adapts its performance
in real time and provides feedback to
pumping station operators. Flygt Concertor
is suitable for use with wastewater pumps
in the range of 3 to 10 horsepower and has
a system design that combines IE4 motor
efficiency, Adaptive N-hydraulics, integrated
power electronics and intelligent controls.
Field tests showed energy savings of up to
70 percent compared with a conventional
pumping system.
3 METERING PUMP
MILTON ROY has announced the PROTEUS

line of intelligent metering pumps, which
are designed for municipal and industrial
water and waste treatment. Available in
two control configurations, manual and
enhanced, PROTEUS pumps fit seamlessly
into the process control requirements of
a wide range of applications. PROTEUS
features a mechanically actuated diaphragm
that is driven by advanced variable speed
technology to handle low flows, with
rates as low as 0.006 gph (0.023 l/h),
up to 18 gph (68 l/h), with turndown
capabilities of 1,000:1, with +/- 1
percent steady state accuracy.
4 GRINDER PUMP
FRANKLIN ELECTRIC CO. INC. is offering the FPS

IGPDS Dual Seal Grinder Pump Series that delivers
increased pump security and performance ideal for
commercial and high-end residential applications.
The IGPDS Dual Seal Grinder Pump Series utilizes
two mechanical seals, coupled with sensor probe and
seal-leak detection circuitry in the panel to provide
added pump protection that can extend the overall
pump life. The series employs a 2-hp, single-phase,
3,450 rpm, with capacitor start/run motor with built-in
overload protection to prevent over-current and overtemperature damage while providing higher starting
torque that allows for mid grinds.
5 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
KSB has unveiled the Amarex KRT submersible

pump, designed with next-generation impellers
for the wastewater market. This pump type is used
for handling all kinds of municipal and industrial
wastewater. Its maximum flow rate is 44,380 gpm,
and its highest head is 394 feet. With 1,140 hp, it offers
the highest motor power available on the market as
standard. The impellers free passages comply with
the applicable standard. To offer as broad a range of
applications as possible, the new submersible motor
pumps are available with four different improved
impeller types.
6 MONITORING SOFTWARE
ANUE WATER TECHNOLOGIES Flo Spec Control

Software is a fully SCADA-compliant proprietary
program that allows for bi-directional monitoring and
control of each system with access to Wi-Fi or satellite/
local CAT 5 internet connectivity. It is manufactured in
a NEMA 4 cabinet and is standard with the companys
three basic platforms: the Phantom I and II (point
source odor control); the FORSe 2 oxygen generation
systems (force main corrosion control); and the FORSe
5 Combination ozone and oxygen systems (larger odor
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8
8 DISC COUPLINGS
PSC COUPLINGS has announced the Series

57 drop-out spacer disc coupling, which
features enhanced AGMA Class 9 rating
as standard with no balance required
up to 3,600 rpm. Class 10 and Class 11
ratings are optional. All couplings have
fully interchangeable parts without the
need for match marked components. The
couplings are fully manufactured in the U.S.
and use 4140 alloy steel components, 301
XH stainless steel discs and PSCs patentpending self-piloting disc cartridges. With
continuous torque ratings ranging from 2,500
to 3.5 million inch-pounds, the Series 57 fits a
wide variety of applications.
7 DOUBLE-DIAPHRAGM PUMPS
9 GENERATOR
GRACO INC. has introduced a new line of Husky 1050

natural gas-operated double-diaphragm pumps for
the midstream and upstream oil and gas markets.
Conforming to CSA/AM ANSI STD LC 6 and certified
to CSA STD T.I.L. No. R-14, Gracos expanded line of
1-inch (25-mm) pumps safely operate on natural gas or
compressed air. Husky 1050 double-diaphragm pumps
excel in the transfer of low-, mid- and high-viscosity
fluids and are designed to withstand deadhead and dryrun conditions without causing damage to the pump or
surrounding equipment.
ATLAS COPCOs QEC 1200 generator

produces 1 megawatt of predictable power
and can be used in prime power or critical
standby applications in many industries,
including construction, mining, and oil and
gas. Operators also can parallel as many
as 16 QEC 1200 generators for greater
dependability and versatility, and reduced
fuel consumption. The QEC 1200 features a
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10 PRESSURE TRANSMITTER
VIATRAN has introduced its Model 24A/34A

Series of general-purpose industrial pressure
transmitters, designed for optimal application
versatility and reliability. Their rugged construction
features all stainless steel housings and wetted
parts for high resistance to humidity and
corrosion. End users can choose from among 34
unique standard ranges, with available selections
between 3 and 5,000 psi (0.2 and 345 bar), along
with choices of gauge, sealed gauge, absolute
and vacuum pressure types. Typical applications
include engine test stands, turbine rockets, diesel
engine internal combustion, emissions testing,
compressors, pumps and more.
11 EXPLOSION-PROOF DESIGNS
TECHNICAL SYSTEMS INC. has announced that

many of its productsincluding air-cooled
condensing units and chillers, remote air-cooled
condensers, water-cooled chillers, and evaporative
condensing chillers for indoor and outdoor
useare available in explosion-proof designs.
With explosion-proof designs, these products are
suitable for use in petrochemical refineries, oil and
gas applications, grain elevators, power plants, coal
mines, chemical production facilities and more. TSI
explosion-proof products are built in accordance
with National Electric Code (NEC) requirements for
various hazardous environments.

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12 WIRELESS MONITORING SENSORS
TRIMBLE has introduced its Telog 41 Series of wireless, battery-powered sensors for water
monitoring applications. The Telog 41 Series includes five new wireless Internet of Things
sensors that monitor key measurements of water, wastewater and groundwater systems,
including water system pressures, levels, flow and rainfall. The sensors communicate the data
using LoRaWAN technology to Telog software at intervals between five minutes and 24 hours.
Using Telog cloud-hosted or on-premise software, utilities have full access to Telog 41 Series
monitoring data, including alerts, alarms, advanced analytics and reporting.
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14 THERMOPLASTIC PRODUCTS
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HAYWARD FLOW CONTROLs thermoplastic

fluid-handling products excel in the harshest
chemical feed environments. The company offers
a complete family of solutions including solenoid
diaphragm metering pumps, pressure relief and
backpressure valves, calibration cylinders and
columns, corporation stops, and injection valves
and quills. They are easy to install and will help
systems with years of maintenance-free service.
13 AUTOMATED LIQUID-HANDLING SYSTEM
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FLUID IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES has unveiled the

FlowCam ALH automated liquid-handling system, which
iss a companion for the FlowCam 8000 Series particle
imaging
maging and analysis system that automatically detects,
images
mages and characterizes thousands of individual
particles and microorganisms in seconds in real time.
Once pre-analysis sample preparation methods are
programmed, the FlowCam ALH runs entirely unattended
to reduce labor. It is ideal for particle characterization
and quality control in protein therapeutics, drug
development and production, and in a variety of other
liquid
iquid and dry particle analysis applications.
15 EXPANSION JOINTS
EVR PRODUCTS is offering improved delivery

times on its SJ-205 line of expansion joints.
Manufactured with a streamlined, self-cleaning
arch, these lightweight and short face-to-face
rubber expansion joints are designed to absorb
vibration and eliminate buildup of suspended
materials in the system flow. With just a single
arch, the SJ-205 achieves considerable flexibility
that rivals many standard multi-arch designs.
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16 CENTRIFUGAL PUMP
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SPX FLOWs air-cooled CombiTherm Plus pump

wate
provides safe, efficient transfer of hot oil or hot water
in a wide range of applications including injection
molding, chemical processing, asphalt/bitumen
and tar processing, deep-frying systems, steam
generators, fuel heaters, and heat recovery systems
systems.
The pump keeps fluid temperatures uniform to
ensure processes are efficient and predictable, while
its design protects seal faces and bearings from the
heat of the fluid, ensuring durable, low-maintenance
and long life operation. The heavy-duty centrifugal
pump is centerline mounted, which allows thermal
expansion without affecting shaft alignment.
17 AODD PUMPS
ALMATEC, part of PSG, a Dover company, has

launched its new high-pressure pump series AHD/
AHS, which is ideal for high-pressure applications
up to 15 bar (218 psig). A direct replacement for
the AH Series, the AHD Series of air-operated
double-diaphragm pumps is ideal for filter press
applications and utilize an internal pressure booster
while featuring Almatecs ring-tightening structure.
The D in AHD stands for Duplex, which means the
reinforcement of the drive pressure is more than
2:1 by the internal pressure boosting stage. This is
achieved thanks to a maximum drive pressure of
7 bar (100 psig), which allows the AHD to build up
discharge pressures up to 15 bar (218 psig).
18 PIPE FLOW & ANALYSIS SOFTWARE
APPLIED FLOW TECHNOLOGY has released

pipe
the student version of its incompressible pip
flow and analysis software, AFT Fathom. The
AFT Fathom Student is a simplified version o
of
its parent software, AFT Fathom, and allows
engineering students to validate their work
and model piping systems. It can be useful
for those studying mechanical, chemical an
and
civil engineering. The AFT Fathom Student
models
models systems of up to 12 pipes and mode
heat transfer in pipes and heat exchangers. A
one-year license can be purchased for $10 and
a
requires a valid student email address.
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AE Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
AIGI Environmental Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Albin Pumps USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
AutomationDirect.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
BBA Pumps Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
BBA Pumps Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
BJM Pumps, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Blue-White Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Crane Pumps & Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Dan Bolen & Associates, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Dickow Pump Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Discflo Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Elasto-Valve Rubber Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
EMEC SRL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
EnviroGear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Flowrox Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Frost & Sullivan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
FW Murphy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
General Rubber Corp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Graphite Metallizing Corp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Grundfos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Hidracar S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Hidrostal Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Hydraulic Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
IPPE International Production
& Processing Expo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Jordan, Knauff & Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
JWC Environmental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
LMI Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Load Controls, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Load Controls, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Lobe Pro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Magnatex Pumps, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
MasterBond Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Meltric Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
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Nachi America, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

National Pump Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
PumpWorks Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Ruthman Companies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Scalewatcher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
SEPCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Sero Pump Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Shin Nippon Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Sims Pump Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Sims Pump Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Sims Pump Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Sims Pump Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
SKF/Electric Motor Condition
Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
St. Marys Foundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Sulzer Management Ltd Rotating
Equipment Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Summit Industrial Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Summit Pump, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Summit Pump, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Titan Flow Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Titan Manufacturing Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Topog-E Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Tuf-Lok International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Universal Flow Monitors, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Vanton Pump & Equipment Corp. . . . . . . . . 109
Vaughan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Vertiflo Pump Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Vesco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Group . . 126
Westerberg and Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Wilden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Worldwide Electric Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Yaskawa America, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
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Wall Street Pump & Valve Industry Watch

Figure 1. Stock indices from Oct. 1, 2015, to Sept. 30, 2016
By Jordan, Knauff & Company
he Jordan, Knauff &

Company (JKC) Valve Stock
Index was up 22.1 percent
over the last 12 months, while the
broader S&P 500 Index was up
12.7 percent. The JKC Pump Stock
Index increased 11.5 percent for
the same time period.1
The Institute for Supply
Managements Purchasing
Managers Index (PMI) increased
to 51.5 percent in September from
49.4 percent in August. The New
Orders Index rose 6.0 percent
during the month, moving from
49.1 percent to 55.1 percent. The
Production Index also grew 3.2
percent, reaching 52.8 percent
for the month. All three of these
indices moved from contraction to
expansion territory. The average
reading of the PMI over the last 12
months is 50.3 percent.
The Commerce Department
reported that U.S. gross domestic
product grew 1.4 percent on
an annual basis in the second
quarter. Growth in overall business
investment showed a 1.0 percent
annual rate of expansion, the first
gain since the third quarter of
last year. Consumer spending was
robust, rising 4.3 percent at an
annual rate.
Led by rising production in Iraq
and Saudi Arabia, the Organization
of Petroleum Exporting Countries
(OPEC) crude
oil production
averaged 31.8
million barrels
per day in 2015,
an increase of 0.8
million barrels
per day from
2014. OPEC crude
oil production is
Source: Capital IQ and JKC research. Local currency converted to USD using historical spot rates.
The JKC Pump and Valve Stock Indices include a select list of publicly traded companies involved in
forecast to rise by
the pump and valve industries weighted by market capitalization.
0.7 million barrels
per day in 2016, with
Oceania accounted for 94 percent
Iran accounting for most of the
of the growth in propane exports,
increase, and by an additional 0.5
increasing from 562,000 barrels
Reference
million barrels per day in 2017. The per day in the first half of 2015 to
1. The S&P Return
figures are provided
forecast does not take into account 793,000 barrels per day in the first
by Capital IQ.
the outline of an agreement
half of 2016. Japan was the largest
reached at the end of September
importer of U.S. propane.
between OPEC members that
On Wall Street, the Dow Jones
Jordan, Knauff
would cut production for the first
Industrial Average and S&P
& Company is an
time in eight years. Many details of 500 Index declined 0.8 percent
investment bank
the agreement remain to be worked and 0.1 percent, respectively, in
based in Chicago,
Illinois, that
out, but Saudi Arabia agreed to
August. The NASDAQ Composite
provides merger and
exempt Iran from production caps. rose 1.7 percent. For the third
acquisition advisory
In the first half of 2016,
quarter, the Dow, S&P 500 and
services to the
propane surpassed motor gasoline
NASDAQ all gained, rising 2.1
pump, valve and
to become the second largest
percent, 3.3 percent and 9.7
filtration industries.
Please visit
U.S. petroleum product export,
percent, respectively. The markets
jordanknauff.com for
following distillate. The U.S.
rebounded as corporate earnings
further information.
exported 4.7 million barrels per
were better than expected and the
Jordan Knauff &
day of petroleum products in the
Federal Reserve reduced concerns
Company is a member
of FINRA.
first half of the year, an increase
over an interest rate increase.
of 500,000 barrels per day over
Hopes of a crude oil production
the first half of 2015 and almost
freeze were increased when OPEC
These materials were
10 times the crude oil export
members agreed that they needed
prepared for informational
purposes from sources that
volume. Exports to Asia and
to decrease output.
Figure 2. U.S. energy consumption and rig counts
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration and Baker Hughes Inc.
Figure 3. U.S. PMI and manufacturing shipments
Source: Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing

Report on Business and U.S. Census Bureau
are believed to be reliable

but which could change
without notice. Jordan,
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Pumps & Systems shall not
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claims relating to these
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