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TWO PUMPS PROVE BETTER THAN FOUR REPLACING FOUR FIXED-SPEED pumps with two variable speedcontrolled pumps has increased pumping capacity, improved reliability and significantly reduced noise for Anglian Water’s Kentford Moulton site, near Newmarket. Four 11 kW line shaft-driven pumps, first installed in 1992, were running without any form of variable speed control. They have been replaced with two 45 kW submersible sewage pumps, the flow rate of which is controlled by two ABB water drives. The upgrade increases pumping
capacity and delivers substantial energy savings, as the ABB drives ensure that the pumps only operate at the speed required. Before the upgrade, the average pump running time was 14 hours per day. Following the upgrade, the average run time is reduced to three hours per day. This reduction in energy led to an estimated £4,000 annual saving for Anglian Water. The project was part of a large pump upgrade at the Kentford Moulton site and carried out by ABB Value Provider, Gibbons Engineering Group.
MEGGER APPOINTS NEW DISTRIBUTOR MEGGER LTD HAS ANNOUNCED that PAR Insulation & Wires Ltd has been appointed as a UK & Ireland distributor, covering the Megger Baker range of motor testing equipment. Commenting on the announcement, Mike Herring, Megger Baker’s Regional Sales Manager, said: “We welcome PAR to the Baker team, and look forward to a mutually beneficial partnership. PAR is a leading supplier into the electric motor market, and a logical choice for us to better serve that sector.” Paul Hirst, Commercial Director at PAR, added: “The Megger and Baker brands are synonymous with high-quality test equipment in the electric motor industry. PAR is excited
to add another trusted global brand to its product portfolio, and I look forward to discussing the Megger Baker range with our customers soon.” Baker test units have been used within the UK electric motor industry for more than 35 years, helping companies to verify the integrity of the insulation systems within their motors. The ‘Baker test’ is a common phrase used by Industry, when specifying what tests should be applied to their motors. Whilst modern-day Baker units provide multiple tests within one portable unit, the term ‘Baker test’ really applies to the surge test – a test used to check the condition of the inter turn insulation.
New COO supports growth plans for Edwin James Group EDWIN JAMES GROUP HAS appointed Christopher Kehoe as Chief Operating Officer to support its growth plans and drive integration across its operations. With a track record in developing customer-centric cultures, service delivery and focusing on people development, Christopher brings over 25 years’ experience in executive leadership to the Glasgow headquartered business. He joins from EMCOR UK Group where he was group executive director. In his new role, Christopher’s primary focus will be to align the Process Services business, establishing a longerterm strategic vision to empower the workforce to create growth. Quarter 1 2021
Edwin James Group offers mechanical, electrical, energy and process engineering to a range of long-standing clients from global brands and public bodies to thriving independents. Commenting on his appointment, Christopher said: “I’ve joined Edwin James Group at a key stage in its evolution. The highly capable operations team is delivering innovative work across the UK and a wide range of industry sectors. “The people, services and technology
create huge potential for expansion, and I’m looking forward to being part of the Group’s ongoing success story.” www.theaemt.com
