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The Pump Centre is a membership organisation that provides its members with a range of services associated with pumps, pumping systems and related plant and equipment. Incorporated within ESR Technology, it utilises the expertise of engineers and scientists drawn from the UK’s leading technology organisations.

Members benefit from:

• Fast access to problem solving expertise

• Free and discounted training courses

• Participation in development projects

• Access to technical information

• Forum for the exchange of ideas and extending business contacts

• Marketing opportunities

CONTACT DETAILSwww.pumpcentre.com

Tel: 01925 843512

Fax: 01925 843500

email: pumps@ esrtechnology.com

PUMP CENTRE CoNFERENCE 2011:REGISTER NOW FOR ThE UK’S LEadING PUmPING EvENT

Spring / SUMMEr2011

Over 60 exhibition stands – key industry suppliersFull technical conference programme

Conference proceedingsBack to basics - breakout sessionspractical hands-on demonstrations

Delegate packFood and refreshments

CONFERENCE & ExhIbITION 2011

“ImprovIng pump performance”17Th MAy 2011 • holIdAy Inn, RUnCoRn

InClUdEd FREE (for pre-registered delegates):

free for pre-registered delegatesThe Pump Centre Conference and Exhibition has grown significantly over the past few years and has become the leading event in the UK pumping calendar. Come and listen to great technical presentations, pick up industry knowledge, learn about new technology & products, meet key business contacts and its all FREE.

Places at the event are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so please REGISTER EaRLY to avoid disappointment!

To register, contact:

Karen Johnson

Tel:+44 (0)1925 843512 or

email: karen.johnson@esrtechnology.com

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With its head office in hampton, Middlesex, ifm electronic ltd., is the UK subsidiary of the world’s largest manufacturer of industrial electronic sensors, ifm electronic

Gmbh of Essen, Germany. The company specialises in the application of advanced electronic technology to produce innovative and effective solutions for industrial control applications.

ifm electronic is committed to working closely with its customers to develop products which precisely match their needs and the company also recognises that expert and readily accessible support is as important as the excellence of the products themselves. For these reasons, more than one-third of ifm electronic’s worldwide staff is engaged in research, development and technical support.

To ensure close and effective customer contact, ifm electronic has subsidiary offices, located in Warrington, Cannock, Edinburgh, harrogate, Stonehouse and dublin. All are staffed by experienced graduate engineers who are able to offer expert advice on any sensing or control requirement.

Current products include inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors, level sensors, flow sensors, shaft encoders, pressure sensors, temperature sensors, speed monitors, power supplies, a full range of AS-I I/o modules and masters and control systems.

ifm electronic manufactures industrial sensing and programmable control products to suit a wider range of applications than any other supplier. All products translate the best of modern electronics and manufacturing technology into genuine and substantial user benefits. For example, the use of surface-mounted components and flexible printed circuit boards result in exceptionally compact products and fully automated assembly with 100% testing at each production stage yields exceptional reliability.

Website: www.ifm.com/uk

CENTRaL PUmPS

Central Pumps offer repair, refurbishment and overhaul of existing pumps and sales of new

units. Working closely with ITT Flygt as an authorised repairer and also Grundfos on new equipment we have the solution to all your pumping needs.

We have many years experience of working with major water utility companies and hold contracts for pump repairs with one of the largest utilities in the UK. Services range from on-site services, to pump removal, return to base for repair and refitting and testing.

Website: www.gocentral.co.uk

Founded in 1972 Central remains a family owned and managed business, based at its’ headquarters in Knowsley, Merseyside with a Sales office in Willenhall, West Midlands.

Central supplies Products and Services throughout UK with the major markets we serve being:

• WaterandWastewater

• Metals•Chemical

• Food&Beverage•Hydrocarbonprocessing

A founder member of both the ABB drives Alliance and the Motor Service Partnership, and UK Agent for AoIP and lubrication Systems Company of houston, Texas, Central Group has specific expertise in the maintenance, repair, reliability and efficiency of motor, drive and pump systems.

In order to offer the best levels of service Central Group has formed 6 new business units with the appropriate expertise and experience to meet the increasing demands of our customer base.

Seybert & Rahier Gmbh (sera) have been designing & manufacturing dosing equipment for over 60 years making us one of the most experienced dosing companies in the world. We export to some of the largest companies in a variety of industries, from water treatment to chemical processes. They have one thing in common; they trust the sera products they use.

In recent years, sera has invested in the UK by purchasing their former distributor “liquid dosing Controls” who have their own 20+ year association selling & supporting sera pumps and systems throughout the UK & Ireland.

Sera dosing UK ltd are able to offer a full range of dosing pumps, accessories and systems that have been developed to meet the ever changing demands of the diverse range of industries that we serve. We hold the patent for a very successful double diaphragm pump design, and are now leading the way with multi-diaphragm technology. This not only ensures that the risk of process contamination is eliminated but simplifies and reduces service time. Quality and innovation are what sera believe in.

The extensive pump portfolio covers a range of flows from 0.4ltrs/hr up to 3100ltr/hr, with multi-headed pumps available on many of the series.

Website: www.sera-web.co.uk

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Bedford Pumps ltd, a leading manufacturer of large submersible and conventional pumps to the water and wastewater industry, has secured a major contract with Thames Water for the refurbishment of the Inlet Pumping Station at Crossness in East london.

Crossness is one of Thames Water’s largest sewage treatment works, treating sewage from a population of over 2 million. The £220m upgrade will enable the site to treat 44% more sewage than its current capability.

Bedford Pumps will supply a total of 13 new dry well immersible pumps to replace the existing Allen Gwynne volute pumps installed over 50 years ago.

The new units will pass solids up to 180mm spheres and be fitted with motors ranging between 180 and 650 kW.

The project is due for completion in 2014 and is a significant accomplishment for Bedford Pumps who are working in partnership with contractor Tamesis, an integrated joint venture between laing o’Rourke and Imtech Process.

For further information please contact:

Lucy ogden, Bedford Pumps ltd

Website: www.bedfordpumps.co.uk

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ABB dRivEs sAvE £100,000 PER YEaR ENERGY COSTS FOr SEvErn TrEnT WaTEr

Severn Trent Water (STW) is saving around £100,000 per year on energy costs thanks to the installation of ABB variable speed drives at its Wanlip Sewage Treatment Works.

STW was suffering low flow rates on its dry well pumps.

Sentridge Control, a member of the ABB drives Alliance, had cured a similar problem at another of STW’s treatment works and was asked to provide a solution at Wanlip. Sentridge suspected the problem was due to ragging of the pumps.

To solve the problem, Sentridge suggested installing 75 kW ABB industrial drives on all the pumps, each equipped with ABB Anti-Jam software, part of its Intelligent Pump Control (IPC) software.

The anti-jam software, launched in 2005, comes as standard within ABB’s dedicated water and wastewater drive.

For the full story go to www.edie.net - search on sTW Wanlip

The reputation and standing of the Pump Centre young Engineer Award has grown significantly since its launch in 2007. Previous winners of the award are now progressing into key roles within industry. A good example of this is Mellish Kett who was chosen as the Pump Centre young Engineer (Professional Category) in 2009. Mellish’s success at the Pump Centre awards has resulted in him being voted onto the Fluid Machinery Group (FMG) committee of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

nominations for the 2011 awards must be received by mid April 2011. The nomination process is very simple and involves the young engineer and their manager completing a short nomination form.

There are two categories of award:Professional Engineer• Craftsman / Technician / Apprentice•

The winners will be invited to attend the Pump Centre Conference and Exhibition on the 17th May 2011 at the holiday Inn, Runcorn to be presented with their award. The winners receive a commemorative certificate and a cheque for £100.

For more information on how to apply for the award go to:

www.pumpcentre.com and follow the link to young Engineer Award 2011 or email: pumps@esrtechnology.co.uk

YOUNG ENGINEER aWaRd 2011 nOMinaTiOnS rEqUirED

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To qualify the candidate must:

Be 28 years of age or less

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YOUNG ENGINEER aWaRd 2011 craftsman / technIcIan / apprentIceTo qualify the candidate must:

Be 24 years of age or less on 1st March 2011have proven experience on engineering projects

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In 2012 the Pump Centre will be 20 years old, having officially launched in 1992 as part of a dTI funded technology transfer project. The membership of the centre has grown steadily over the years reaching a record high in February 2011 of 110 company members. There are a handful of companies who have been members from the beginning, these include:

• AEMs

• Bedford Pumps

• Hidrostal

• iTT Flygt (now iTT WWW)

• Mono Pumps

• sperry sun (now part of Haliburton)

plus most of the UK’s water utility companies.

The Pump Centre is planning to make its annual Conference & Exhibition the main feature of the anniversary year. The event will be held at the International Centre at Telford on Wednesday 2nd May. The event will be bigger and better than ever. The Pump Centre have started to compile an exhibitors pack and plan the conference agenda. details will be circulated to all Pump Centre members in April 2011 giving them the opportunity to sponsor, exhibit or present a technical paper.

if you are interested in participating contact:

email jim.eaves@esrtechnology.com or Tel: 01925 843421 / Mob: 07968 707753

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Exhibition stand: A16 & A17www.csdsealingsystems.co.uk

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Exhibition stand: A5 & A6www.bedfordpumps.co.uk

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Ten Tips For Improving Pump Performance

1) look at older pumping stations with a view to installing more efficient pumps and motors

2) look at the cost consequences of blocking pumps - adding in how much it will cost to maintain the asset and the additional energy cost of running a partially blocked pump

3) Undertake proper system analysis on new and refurbished pumping stations to define the correct operation points to use as WlC comparators

4) Carry out the True life Cost analysis using the most frequently utilised pump duties

5) Use the WlC model to help to optimise station pipework

6) do not exceed recommended velocities for valves and pipework

7) Use Best Practice regarding pipework layout - particularly suction side

8) Carry out a proper analysis of any pump failures as the cause is more likely to be system than pump

9) Eliminate leaking non-return valves

10) Careful analysis of system benefits when using variable speed drives - high static head systems can actually lead to higher energy consumption at reduced speeds

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SUSTaINEd EFFICIENCY a TRUE mEaSURE OF hYdRaULIC EFFICIENCY iTT Water & Wastewater UK ltd

THE MEANiNG oF (WHoLE) LiFE (CosTs) annette Boulter and andy Wilson, Hidrostal limited

Abstract: Calculating the real efficiency of a pump is a notoriously difficult task, particularly in wastewater situations, where multiple variables can affect efficiency calculations. often manufacturer test-bed calculations can be severely impacted by real-life conditions, in the same way that a car’s fuel efficiency can widely differ between clear motorway running and inner-city stop-start driving.

Pump manufacturers usually offer efficiency calculations with their pumps, but these are calculations based on perfect conditions, involving clean water, unsullied by any of the problems which sewage water brings with it.

In addition, hydraulic efficiency in centrifugal pumps is related to the number of Impeller vanes and channel depth. This is why clean water pumps have multiple impeller vanes, but these are less suitable for wastewater because the leading edge of each vane is an area where raggy material can gather thus reducing the efficiency and finally resulting in a blockage. For this reason, historically, single-vane impellers have been preferred within the water industry as they only have one leading edge where solids can attach themselves. But, this is still a compromise as it still provides an edge where solids can gather which will reduce the efficiency in running and potentially cause a blockage.

Therefore, although test-bed statistics have their place, they bear no relation to actual pump performance ‘in the field’ in live unscreened sewage pumping stations. When raggy materials get caught in the impeller, they impair the flow path and create a drop in flow, whilst still

using the same or higher amounts of power, thus relating to a drop in hydraulic efficiency. Unless the drop in flow is identified pumps can run in this condition for weeks or months in an unbalanced state, which considerably adds to the energy bills for end users and puts added stress on mechanical parts within the pumps, which can result in premature failure and costly repairs.

For the full article please go to www.pumpcentre.com and follow the link to Pump Action Newsletter articles.

For further information please contact:

ITT Water & Wastewater UK ltd

Website: www.ittwww.co.uk

Abstract: Energy costs are rising. Availability of skilled labour is low with high cost. The concept of life Cycle Costing and Whole life Costs are well known. Energy management has been a high focus activity for at least 30 years. Carbon targets are increasingly important. yet despite all of this we still do not manage the costs of pumping as we could.

There are three aspects to the management and control of pumping costs:

Making the correct economic decision on what asset(s) to buy.1)

Proving your decision was correct and that the asset(s) 2) meets requirements.

Sustaining the performance of the asset(s) to the required level 3) in the long term.

Point 1 is currently covered by concepts of lCC and WlC; although we will argue that the current models do not accurately reflect the real operation of the pump and so do not always enable the use of them to make the correct economic decision.

For example the choice of comparator to use in the WlC model is a key decision driver. Choosing the wrong duty point for the WlC analysis can be disastrous for the correct economic decision. All too often this comparator will be at a maximum pump flow or at a guaranteed duty point. This is because it is the simplest to do. however the comparator should always be based on the actual operating points of the pump(s) as this is where the energy will

actually be used. Giving the wrong comparator for the model can actually lead to a less efficient pump being selected than the one that would otherwise be chosen (if the actual operating points were used).

Adding too much future proofing can also be a killer. Whilst the pumping station does need to be sized for future reduction in efficiency of the asset it must be remembered that initially (and perhaps for a good number of years) the pump will be operating at a different position on its curve.

For the full article please go to www.pumpcentre.com and follow the link to Pump Action Newsletter articles.

For further information please contact:

Andy Wilson, hidrostal limited

Website: www.hidrostal.co.uk

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Abstract: Understanding the basics of pump operations can help instrument or electrical engineers find the optimum way to operate them at the best efficiency. Many engineers need to know about pumps and how they can be operated efficiently, yet not everyone has the background in fluid dynamics or hydraulics needed to get a real appreciation of them.

To help engineers’ appreciation of the theory of pumps and how to achieve their best efficiency, ABB has produced a series of videos presented by pump, drive and motor specialist Geoff Brown. The four short videos provide an introduction to the basics of pump theory and explain how they can be operated at their best efficiency.

The full article covers these topics:

Pressure and head•

The object of a pumping system is to transfer a liquid from a source to a destination for which a pressure is required. This pressure is referred to as a head.

Plotting the pump curve•

head itself is made up of two components, static head and friction head.

Static head is the vertical distance that the liquid has to be lifted to achieve useful work.

Friction head, which may be due to such factors as the materials of the pipe, its size and shape, increases as a square of the increase in flow. If both the static head and the friction head

are added together and plotted against flow, the result is a system curve.

Finding the best operating point•

Affinity laws plot efficiency •

variable speed control for optimum parallel pumping•

For the full article please go to www.pumpcentre.com and follow the link to Pump Action Newsletter articles.

For further information please contact:

Geoff Brown Consultant discrete Automation and Motion, ABB limited

Website: www.abb.co.uk/energy

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Awareness day - variable Speed Drives 21 Sept 2011 £120 + VAT

Training day -pumps for Beginners (day 1) 4 oct 2011 1 day - £350+VAT2 days - £550+VATTraining day- pumps for intermediates (day 2) 5 oct 2011

Awareness day - introduction to pumping System Design 11 oct 2011 £120 + VAT

Training day - Contract law for Engineers (2 days) 18-19 oct 2011 £550 + VAT

Training day - in Depth Understanding of pumps and pumping (3 days)

1 nov 2011 £795 + VAT

Awareness day - Submersible pumps 8 nov 2011 £120 + VAT

Training day - pumping in the Water industry (4 days) 14-18 nov 2011 £995 + VAT

Training day - improving rotating Machinery reliability (3 days) 22-24 nov 2011 £795 + VAT

Awareness day - WiMES pump procurement Workshop 29 nov 2011 £120 + VAT

Technical Awareness days20% off quoted prices for membersvariable speed drivesThis awareness day introduces the basic concepts of variable speed drives and covers topics such as: the available types, how they operate, interaction with pumps and when to use them. The day will go onto discuss new developments and case histories.

introduction to Pumping systemsThis awareness day has been produced as an introduction to the subject of pumping system design and is based on the “Pumping System design Guide” recently published by the Pump Centre. The guide is a support tool for the practising engineer/designer to highlight the important questions that should be asked during the development of a pumping system in order to avoid common operational problems.

Submersible PumpsThis awareness day will introduce the basic concepts and features of submersible pumps. It will cover basic construction, pump selection, the pump types available, typical applications and pumping station layouts. The day will include discussion on reliability, operational issues, new technology, new products and case histories. The objective is to update a delegate’s knowledge on most of the main issues relating to submersible pumps.

WiMEs Pump Procurement WorkshopThis awareness day concentrates on the WIMES Pump Specifications. The aim is to explain the structure and background of the specifications, and to familiarise delegates with the documents, and associated data sheets, so that they can use and interpret them with confidence. An ideal day for consultants, contractors and engineers involved in the procurement of pumping equipment for the Water Industry.

Training Courses30% off quoted prices for membersPumps for Beginners / intermediatesThis course will span 2 days and delegates may attend the first day only or both days. The first day will be for beginners and will provide the basic grounding required by those whose work brings them into contact with pumps. The second day will provide a more detailed understanding of pumps and systems design for those designing pumping installations.

Contract Law for EngineersA two day course which examines the law of contract and of tort within which engineering contracts (both supply and construction) are made and operate, and explains the many matters stated in the standard forms. This course is based on a highly successful course of evening classes that has been held for over ten years.

in depth Understanding of Pumps and PumpingThis course will address many factors that prevent centrifugal pumps from achieving their optimum performance and life, and includes an understanding of fluids and applications, pump selection to operation, troubleshooting and care of machinery. delegates should gain an understanding of pump hydraulics, sealing and bearing lubrication making this a complete in-depth pump course.

Pumping in the Water industryThis is a 4 day course run over 5 days, starting at lunch on Monday and finishing just after lunch on Friday. This is a comprehensive introduction to pumping in the Water Industry covering issues from fluids, pipe friction, pump types, system design, pumping stations, pump & system curves, parallel and series pumping, optimising pump performance, pump procurement and troubleshooting.

improving Rotating Machinery ReliabilityThe main focus of this three day course is reducing the cost of maintenance and improving the mean time between failure of rotating machinery, focussing on pumps. The course is not hands on, but covers all the important issues related to maintaining centrifugal pumps and concentrates on seals, bearings, alignment, condition monitoring, troubleshooting and much more.

The majority of our training courses can be run “in-House” at a venue selected by the Client. in-house courses become cost effective when clients have 8 or more members of staff to be trained. Please contact the Pump Centre for a quote.

All the training courses will be held in the north West of England and awareness days will be held at various venues around the UK. These will be confirmed in April 2011.

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To discuss your training requirements contact:

Jim Eaves Tel: +44 (0)7968 707 753 or email: jim.eaves@esrtechnology.com

To reserve your places and to receive a copy of our latest training programme and booklet (which contains details of all our courses) contact:

Karen Johnson Tel:+44 (0)1925 843512 or email: karen.johnson@esrtechnology.com