In September’s webinar, instructor Matt Derner from the Hydraulic Institute builds on fundamental principles to examine the economics of pumping systems and the strategies to assess and optimize these systems. This presentation covers a critical skill set that is required to analyze and optimizing pumping systems by reducing energy and maintenance costs. This presentation provides immersive coverage of pump system economics, optimization based on life cycle cost, and standardized processes to assess and improve pumping systems.
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Podcast- Efficiency Starts with Reliability
Hydro’s Bob Jennings and Ken Babusiak joined Empowering Pumps’ Charli Matthews for an entertaining and informative podcast about pumps, steel, and the future of reliability-driven operations.
With decades of experience under their belts, Bob and Ken share how the tools, talent, and tech of the industry have evolved—and what that means for staying competitive in today’s fast-paced landscape. From strategies to retain young talent to the real value of learning and adaptation, this convo is loaded with wisdom.
You can listen to the podcast below or browse all of Empowering Pumps podcasts here.
You can also watch the taping of the podcast here:
Want to expand your knowledge? Explore Empowering Pumps and Equipment or read our case studies focused on Hydro’s work in the steel industry.
Podcast: Picture Pump Efficiency in Terms of Trees and Cars
When it comes to pumping systems, efficiency must be viewed in terms of measurable savings taken as a whole-system approach. Organizational buy-in and leadership support are crucial.
Tune in to Dr. Gary Dyson’s recent conversation with editor Traci Purdum on the Chemical Processing Distilled podcast where he helps us understand how best to achieve efficiency and how pump users can update their thinking when approaching the subject.
Read Chemical Processing’s Industry Perspective or listen to the podcast.
Pump System Optimization Guide
By some industry estimates, the average pump in an industrial production facility is operating at less than 40% efficiency, and 85% of pumps are not optimized to their system. This subpar performance translates to real money lost in the form of higher energy costs and premature wear and tear on overstressed valves. This excess stress on system components can lead to shorter mean time between repairs, higher maintenance costs and more unplanned downtime.
To learn expert insights on optimizing your pump system for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness, download the Pump System Optimization ebook that Hydro co-sponsored with Plant Services magazine.
Wednesday Webinar: BEP- The Key to Energy Savings & Reliability
Join instructor Mike Mancini as he explores how to determine where your equipment is running relative to the best efficiency point and how to use this information to optimize operation. This will include a discussion of pump curves, system curves, and detecting performance degradation using field data. Strategies for achieving peak efficiency and the benefits of these actions will also be discussed.