SUMMER EDITION 2018 Headlines from the BPMA’s Marketing Forum Chairman, Shaun Hampson
As BREXIT concerns continue for many members, the BPMA has joined EURIS in which to coordinate Britain’s members to trade in the future single European market. Euris is focused on the associated regulations and standards affecting 5000 product manufacturers who represent a combined turnover in excess of £110 Billion. CPD accreditation has been granted for the BPMA Classroom-based, independent training courses. With Chartered Engineers in mind, there are five courses which come together to give knowledge of Fundamentals
of Pumping Technology. The next two courses will run on 10th-11th September. The Essentials of Pumping Technology, e-Learning course has also benefited from a new exciting voice make-over. This course is believed to be the most comprehensive pumping technology course available. Compliance toughens greatly with two new directives which will greatly impact the pump-related supply sector. The GDPR came into force on 25th May 2018 and introduced large changes to the Data Protection Act. Secondly, the WEEE Directive is planned for 15th August 2018 and governs the safe removal, disposal, and possible collection of pump related equipment from the perspective of the Producer. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has recently raised serious concerns with the BPMA about the nonconformity of some Mechanical Seal Sealant Systems. The issue covers the integrity, compliance, and CE marking of Sealant Systems that are used for Double Mechanical Seals.
Oxford Economics are reporting a strong economic upcycle. At its strongest position for at least three years, this is mirrored for the Pump market which is thought to have expanded by 5.6% last year to a total value of US$65,788 million. Following two years of decline, the most important driver is an investment recovery in the developed world. The Annual Pump Awards saw some bright faces and smiles with some well-deserved winners including: Wilo, Xylem, Danfoss Drives, Clyde Associated Engineers, KSB, ABB. Luke Gardener of Grundfos Pumps went home with the prestigious Engineer of the Year award, and the Lifetime Achievement was Awarded to Chris Rea OBE, for AESSEAL. There have been a number of recent innovations, released this year and include the i-ALERT2 sensor from Goulds UK; High efficiency low flow magnetic drive pumps from HMD Kontro; and a Mechanical seal failure diagnostics “App” from Flowserve.
21
T RA I N I N G
FOREWORD Summer 2018 Welcome to the Pump Industry News and I hope you have all enjoyed a successful first quarter in 2018. Since our last edition the BPMA has decided to join EURIS to help the BPMA on issues relating to Brexit. Euris has a focus on product manufacturers covered by the Single Market and the supporting regulations and standards. EURIS members include such notable bodies as BEAMA, GAMBICA, EAMA, REA, CESA, FETA, MTA, BFPA, BPF , TechWorks and now BPMA , which between them represent a turnover of over £110 Billion and some 5000 businesses across electrotechnical, electronics, plastics, lighting, renewables and mechanical engineering products. I am sure this membership will lead to many interesting meetings and debates in the coming months. Regards Duncan Lewis BPMA President
E-Learning Introduction to Pumping Technology £180.00 plus vat Providing standardised terminology and a straightforward approach to the various pump types. It is targeted at all employees who need to understand the language of the pump industry. Students will:• Learn why a pump is important • Gain an appreciation of the wide range of pump types and terminology used • Find out how pumps are driven • Gain an overview of pumping issues and Systems
BPMA LectureBased Training The BPMA have produced 5 Independent Classroom-based courses covering the fundamentals of Pumping Technology, each course now carries CPD accreditation
PUMPING FUNDAMENTALS Next date: September 10th 2018
Aimed at those purchasing and operating pumps this course introduces delegates to the role of pumps and pumping and the effects of liquid qualities.this is the perfect course for those new to this sector or those who need to know the basics of Pump technology These are all stand-alone courses, however, BPMA recommends that delegates take, or have taken the Pumping Fundamentals course before then going on to select any one of the other courses that would best enhance their knowledge
PUMP SELECTION –
Next Date: September 11th 2018 This is an Ideal course for those individuals whose role includes the planning and specification of pumping operations. It extends the knowledge gained on the Pumping Fundamentals course and illustrates a procedure from evaluation of enquiry data, through to the issuing of a tender document. Each course is £300 plus Vat per delegate or £250 plus Vat for any delegates from BPMA Member companies For more information and availability on any of these courses please email Steve Smith on s.smith@bpma. org.uk or go to www.bpma.org.uk to download
• Ofqual has approved the course at LEVEL TWO (QCF) with 2 credits and the course carries CPD Accreditation The Introduction to Pumping Technology course will require up to 20 hours to complete
Essentials of Pumping Technology - £600.00 plus vat The Essentials of Pumping Technology is aimed at those delegates who through experience and knowledge of the industry feel able to undertake what we believe to be the most comprehensive Pump Training course available Students will be provided with:• The KNOWLEDGE they will need to complete set tasks in pumping without close supervision. • An UNDERSTANDING of number and physical properties including units and dimensions needed for operating pumps. • The ability to SELECT types of pump for particular applications. • LEARN the theory of Rotodynamic pumps, curves, efficiency points and the Affinity Law. • LEARN the theory of ROTARY PD Pumps, and their similarities and differences versus • Rotodynamic pumps. • LEARN the theory of POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT Pumps, and their specific features. Each chapter concludes with a short test and at and the end of the course there is a final assessment. A pass ate of 60% must be achieved in the final assessment in order to gain NOCN certification of 9 credits at Level Four This course covers more ground than that required by the NOCN, hence not all the questions in the final test form part of the NOCN assessment. The BPMA will therefore award their own industry recognised certificate, based on the whole of the Course, which will confer on the successful student an additional benefit to that of the NOCN award, along with a certificate of CPD The BPMA award* will be graded as PASS at 60%, CREDIT at 75% and DISTINCTION at 90%. The Essentials of Pumping Technology course will require up to 90 hours to complete Industry professionals should aim to be awarded the Distinction.
22
For further information relating to the BPMA please contact British Pump Manufacturers Association, National Metalforming Centre, 47 Birmingham Road, West Bromwich B70 6PY, UK Tel: 0121 601 6350 Fax: 0121 601 6373 E-mail: enquiry@bpma.org.uk or visit our website: www.bpma.org.uk The BPMA takes no responsability for the statements, claims or opinions expressed in this Newsletter
T RA I N I N G
BPMA CPSA Course CPSA (Certified Pump System Auditor) - an industry specifi professional qualification developed by the BPMA (British PumpManufacturers Association Limited) which is already anestablished and highly regarded body within the industry. The objective of the scheme is to help improve the levels of professionalism in the sector by creating a universally recognised and respected industry ‘standard’ for individuals assessing the performance of a pumping system.
Monday 12th November - Thursday 15th November 2018. This will take place at The Park Inn, Birmingham West and includes 3 nights B & B accommodation at the same hotel. Who should attend and what is involved? CPSA is open to any competent engineer. To successfully achieve the CPSA designation (and the benefits that accrue), candidates must do all of the following: • First attend a 3-day Pumping System Requirements and Analysis training course and pass an examination.
• On the next day attend a 1-day course covering both the ISO 14414 Standard for Energy Assessments of Pump Systems and Pump System Optimisation • Post course carry out a Pump System Audit in accordance with ISO 14414. • Produce a Pump System Audit report in accordance with ISO 14414. • Demonstrate active involvement in the industry. Who will benefit from taking this course? • Pump engineers (sales, service, commissioning, etc). • Upper and middle management. • Working for a manufacturer, distributor, consultant, contractor or end user in the Pump industry, who is Involved in pumping equipment related products and services. • Interested in personal growth, ambitious, inspirational and competitive. Key Benefits • Improve your personal competitive position. • Gain industry recognition by achieving a qualification that is accepted and respected by key employers, industry bodies and your peers. • A unique qualification for staff specific to the pump industry. • Compete more effectively through having a better qualified, more knowledgeable and more
professional workforce. • Increase motivation and engagement amongst key customer facing employees by developing their own skills and knowledge as well as encouraging and facilitating their own personal and professional development. Certification Engineers who are trained in accordance with the CPSA requirements will receive the following certification: • A certificate from the US Department of Energy (DOE) confirming they have become a “Qualified Pumping System Specialist”. In addition their name will be listed on the DOE website. • A certificate from the BPMA stating that the engineer has completed a 1/2-day course on ISO 14414 Standard for Energy Assessments of a Pumping System. • A certificate from the BPMA stating that the engineer has completed a 1/2-day Pump System Optimisation course. For more information and availability on any of these courses please email s.smith@bpma.org.uk or go to www.bpma.org.uk to download a BPMA Training Guide
ROTEX® split hub
Reduce your downtime... KTR manufactures flexible couplings for power transmission from 3Nm to 2,750,000Nm as standard. Designs include ROTEX® & BoWex®, the original jaw and nylon sleeve gear couplings respectively. KTR also offer torque limiters to protect your system, split hub designs to reduce your downtime, and a wide range of bellhousings to suit any pump and motor combination.
www.ktr.com/uk 23
Compliance Matters and Economic Update
HEALTH & SAFETY CONCERNS OVER MECHANICAL SEAL SEALANT SYSTEMS
Economic outlook from Oxford economics
For over three quarters of a century, the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) has been serving the interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pumping equipment. Its mission throughout that time has been to influence the pump sector environment and aid the competitiveness of its 82 strong membership. Primary to this task is increasing sector awareness through the provision of technical support and independent pump technology training to manufacturers, distributors, operators and purchasers of pumping equipment. Through its own membership of both Europump (European Association of Pump Manufacturers) and EURIS (European Union Relationship Industrial Strategy), BPMA engages with a host of other trade bodies and organisations across the international electro-technical arena, on all the key issues and disciplines affecting standards, product certification and compliance, including of course the impact of Brexit on the UK pump sector. The latest set of guidance issued to BPMA members deals with WEEE2 and the rules governing Sealant Systems in Double Mechanical Seals, as required by the Pressure Equipment Directive.
BPMA ISSUES WEEE2 WEEE2 Directive 2012/19/EU information for the Pump Industry This Directive is due to come into force on 15th August 2018 and whilst there is no known market surveillance in place, high penalties for non-compliance have been announced. For two years BPMA staff and a core group of its members have been working with Defra and the Environmental Agency to create a Position Paper specifically for pump manufacturers. This document has now been completed and circulated to the full BPMA membership. It contains definitions and comments which are the pump industry’s interpretation of the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU and how it affects the removal and safe disposal of pumps and pump related equipment. The document contains links to other guidance material, which collectively provide all the information needed to fully understand the scope of responsibility. This includes details on both the ‘Producer’ and the ‘Package Producer’ and their respective responsibilities for collection. BPMA Members (and for that matter, all other parties operating in the pump sector) will need to register with their local Environmental agency - https://www.gov.uk/ guidance/weee-producer-compliance-scheme-apply-for- approval. They will also need to register with an approved Compliance Scheme operator. Mechanical Seal and Sealant System Information The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has recently been in contact with the BPMA regarding a serious concern over the integrity and compliance of Sealant Systems that are used in Double Mechanical Seals. As a subsequence, detailed information has now been sent to every BPMA member company. This highlights important issues regarding non-compliance due to no CE marking, non-adoption of the safety measures required under the Pressure Equipment Directive, as well as with the lack of design, manufacturing, traceability and conformity assessment by a Notified Body. By distributing this material throughout its membership, the BPMA is ensuring its members are fully aware of the issues and concerns that the HSE has in relation to the conformity of these sealant systems. BPMA Director, Steve Schofield, said of these two communications, “The BPMA takes its responsibilities in relation to international standards and product certification extremely seriously. It regards compliance in these matters as an integral part of its membership parameters, which in turn offers credence to its ‘Buy with Confidence’ ethos. As such, not only is it of great importance to keep our members fully abreast of all developments in this area, we feel it is also important to keep the wider ‘pump using’ market informed as to the work our members undertake to ensure they remain fully compliant. Buying pumps and pump related systems from a BPMA member should therefore provide all the required assurances.” Reader Enquiries to: Steve Smith, Administrator, British Pump Manufacturers Association Ltd West Bromwich, West Midlands. Tel : +44 (0)121 601 6691 Email: s.smith@bpma.org.uk Web : www.bpma.org.uk 24
A strong upcycle whose momentum accelerated throughout 2017 has put the global industrial economy in its strongest position for at least three years. This growth is mirrored in the evolution of the pump market: we estimate that global pump consumption (excluding parts) expanded by 5.6% last year to a total value of US$65,788 million – following two straight years of market declines. The most important factor driving this turnaround is an investment recovery in the developed world. Spare capacity has fallen close to pre-global financial crisis levels and, coupled with a solid demand outlook, strong business confidence and ready access to finance, investment in advanced economies should rise this year at its fastest rate since the crisis began in 2008. A significant business tax cut in the US will provide additional tailwinds there, while in Europe there is considerable pent-up investment demand after years of weakness in the wake of the Eurozone sovereign debt crisis. A second factor is strong trade flows, which are an important forward-looking indicator of industrial activity. We have been surprised at the durability of the acceleration in global export flows, with momentum shifting away from China towards North America and Europe (although there are high downside risks to this, if the current protectionist skirmishes snowball into a broader trade war).
Industry News
BPMA supports first EURIS Summit……… and the creation of a European Network As part of it membership of EURIS (European Union Relationship and Industrial Strategy), the BPMA recently attended the organisation’s first summit on Brexit. Representing industrial product supply sectors, which collectively account for over 25% of the UK’s total goods imports and exports, this important event saw industry associations from across Europe come together to discuss and agree a joint UK-EU industry working plan to ensure a successful Brexit for product manufacturers. Held on the 23rd floor of the iconic Shard building, the ‘high-level’ gathering involved contributions from Government advisers and CEOs of trade bodies from across Europe, including Germany, Portugal and Sweden, as well as contributions from the UK product supply sector.
This newly created European ‘industrial product supply’ Network will be an advisory body for the potential impacts of the changing relationship between the UK and EU; for Governments, manufacturers and the media and will be offering real solutions to the challenges presented by Brexit for the sector as well as ideas on how to maximise the opportunities that Brexit presents. Dr Howard Porter, EURIS Chair, said, “We are delighted to be able to announce the creation of this EURIS European Network. The industrial product supply sector has come together in a constructive manner to establish a working party to deliver the best Brexit for our industry. This is an important time for our sector and we look forward to announcing the outputs of our network in the coming months”. Steve Brambley, EURIS Vice-Chair, said “There are many areas where UK and EU industry can work together to achieve the best outcome for all of us and
the EURIS European summit has been an excellent starting point for this discussion. The announcement of the creation of a European EURIS Network is an exciting development and one which EURIS members will be working closely on moving forward”. The BPMA was represented at the event by its President, Duncan Lewis (MD of Xylem Water Solutions), its immediate Past President, Peter Reynolds (MD of Grundfos Pumps) and its CEO, Steve Schofield. Commenting immediately after the summit, Duncan Lewis said, “I was pleased to have attended the meeting and represent the interests of the pump sector, in what is a crucial subject area for all companies, large and small. The discussions were extremely positive and seemed to be conducted without a hint of politics”. I feel sure this first event will enable some traction to be gained and enable EURIS and is European Network to make a positive contribution to the post-Brexit landscape”. For further information about EURIS please contact Harriet Dyball on harriet@euristaskforce.org or visit www.euristaskforce.org
Presented in a spirit of great openness and cooperation, the interactive nature of the meeting helped to identify and cement a great deal of common ground. It the best possible Brexit outcome for the industrial product supply sector across the single market.
Here is the new design.
KSB Pumps - All your waste water needs Municipal, domestic or industrial waste water: the submersible motor pumps of the Amarex KRT type series are the perfect match for all waste water transport requirements. And so are the waste water pumps of the Sewatec series. They, too, are first choice for waste water applications. For more information please visit: www.ksb.com
25
Careers & Recognition
The BPMA have a vacancy, could it be you? BPMA Vacancy Position: Technical Services Officer Salary Package circa £35k - £40k The British Pump Manufacturers Association Limited (BPMA) is a not for profit trade association representing the interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pumping equipment and we are currently looking for a Technical Services Officer. Ideally, the person will have a pump related background and experience in sales and marketing. Initially, they will be required to manage specific projects whilst learning the ethos of the BPMA. When established, it is expected that other responsibilities will be delegated and subsequently developed by the Technical Services Officer. In this role, the UK and occasional overseas travel will be necessary. This person will need to be self-motivated, an excellent communicator who should possess a wide range of abilities and skills which will also include decision making. The candidate will report directly to the BPMA Chief Executive and it is essential that they will be able to work alone and be a member of a small team
BPMA Rewards Engineering Excellence Once Again In a celebration of pumping prowess, the BPMA staged its 18 th Annual Pump Industry Awards Presentation Dinner at the tail end of March. Held at the prestigious Heythrop Park Resort Hotel in the heart of Oxfordshire, this key industry event was attended by over 200 senior executives from across the pump manufacturing and distribution sector, along with their pump-using customers. Hosted by Broadcaster and Journalist, Andrea Byrne, with a stunning musical performance by the vocal trio Skye, the evening proved once again to be a superb evening of reward and celebration for all those involved with this important sector of UK industry. The achievements and endeavours of some 34 Finalists were presented to the enthralled audience in an atmosphere of great anticipation, before the eventual winners were announced. We have great pleasure in presenting those very worthy winners, as follows:Winner - Technical Innovation of the Year – Products Sponsored by Process Industry Informer Awarded to Wilo UK Ceram-Teflon Coatings
A copy of the job responsibilities is available from s.schofield@bpma.org.uk
Winner - Technical Innovation of the Year – Projects Sponsored by Wilo Awarded to Xylem Water Solutions Foss Barrier Project
To apply for this position please send your full CV together with a covering letter to Steve Schofield, BPMA, National Metalforming Centre, 47 Birmingham Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 6PY.
Winner - Environmental Contribution of the Year Sponsored by SPP Pumps Awarded to Danfoss Drives for its contribution to the Aarhus Water Project Winner - Distributor of the Year Sponsored by WEG UK Awarded to Clyde Associated Engineers
We welcome our latest new member Since its formation in 1993 by Derek Mountney and Gillian Mountney, Seal & Pump Engineering (UK) Ltd based in Burton-upon-Trent has evolved from a single spring mechanical seal supplier, to becoming one of the UK’s specialist pump, mechanical seal and spares distributors. Alongside our partnering workshop we now conduct localised pump repairs and refurbishment. Additionally we can reverse engineer bespoke or obsolete equipment, limiting you down time and removing the costs for pipework alterations. Our sales team are fully trained on all manufacturers equipment we offer and we have members who have completed the BPMA Essentials course for pumping. With constant industry updates we make sure we are ahead of the game when it comes to solving your pump or sealing requirements. Our on-site engineers are: Fully Electrically Certified, Safecontractor, Confined Space Trained and CSCS Trained We thank you for taking the time to learn about us at Seal and Pump Engineering. We look forward For more information contact Seal & Pump Engineering UK LTD, Burton-onTrent, Staffordshire. Tel: 01283 512866 E–mail: info@sealandpump.co.uk Web: www.sealandpump.co.uk
26
Manufacturer of the Year Sponsored by Siemens Awarded to KSB Supplier of the Year Sponsored by Tomlinson Hall & Co Awarded to ABB Engineer of the Year Sponsored by World Pumps Awarded to Luke Gardener, Grundfos Pumps This year, the Judging Panel decided to present an additional award for what it saw as an excellent example of how the correct selection of pumps and their associated systems can have a tremendous impact in improving energy efficiency across any given plant or project. Judges Special Award Sponsored by Flowserve SIHI Awarded to Danfoss Drives for the holistic approach to energy saving across the Aarhus Water Project The final award of the evening is always given to someone, who on the opinion of the BMPA is deserving of recognition for their ongoing efforts and commitment towards the progression of the pump sector. It was this year presented to a very notable recipient. Lifetime Achievement Sponsored by the BPMA Awarded to Chris Rea OBE, AESSEAL
Speaking after the event Chris summed up his pride in receiving this accolade by saying, “My wife and I were having a thoroughly enjoyable evening as guests of the BPMA at the 2018 Pump Industry Awards, which transformed into truly a memorable occasion when I was announced as the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Both personally and professionally I have enjoyed the association with the British Pump Manufacturers’ Association for over 30 years. It is a great industry to be in and it is our fantastic customers, many of whom are part of the BPMA, that have fuelled the growth and development of the AESSEAL Group of Companies. Most of us think recognition from our peers is really special so the Lifetime Achievement Award is already on the wall and will provide me many future fond memories of a great evening”. Another happy attendee was long-time supporter, Colin Simpson, Business Development Director at Thomlinson Hall & Co who commented, “As both award sponsor of ‘Supplier of the Year’, and also nominated finalist in the ‘Distributor of the Year’, we thought the event this year was excellent. Our guests for the evening commented on the “positive vibe in the room”, which we also felt. The number of new participants this year was noticeable and added a different dimension to the evening. Networking pre and post event was fantastic with a friendly feel of cooperation in abundance. Well done to all those involved”. BPMA Director, Steve Schofield, said of the evening, “This year’s awards dinner was another triumph for both the BPMA and the industry it serves. I have received nothing but praise from sponsors, winners and finalists alike for a great evening of fun, celebration and networking. Our chosen Charity for this event, WaterAid, also enjoyed considerable success, with a record £6,000.00 being raised through the Raffle. This is a fantastic amount of money, which will go a long way in helping WaterAid carry out its fine work in some of the poorest countries around the world. Thank you to all those companies who donated prizes and of course to our guests who were so generous on the night”. Full details on all the winners and finalists, along with images of the awards presentation ceremony can be found on the dedicated PI awards website – www.pumpindustryawards.com. Entries for the 2019 awards programme will open in September, so if you know of a pump product, project, company, or individual that you believe is worthy of wider recognition, please do let us know. Reader Enquiries to: Steve Smith, Administrator, British Pump Manufacturers Association Ltd, West Bromwich, West Midlands Tel : +44 (0)121 601 6691 Email : s.smith@bpma.org.uk Web : www.bpma.org.uk
Data Protection
GDPR, What is it good for? The General Data Protection Regulation, introduced May 25th, 2018 introduced changes and enhancements to the Data Protection Act of 1998. Why do we need these changes to the legislation?, well, if you can cast your mind back to 1998, which doesn’t seem too far for some of us and remember what technology was like back then, fax machines, VHS recorders and landlines, things have changed.
What does GDPR mean for my Business
3. How long the data will be used or held
Scope
4. Who the data will be shared with
• All EU citizens personal data falls under the scope of GDPR, whatever country or jurisdiction this is held in, as well as for any processing outside the E.U.
• Lawful Processing – Processing shall be lawful only if and to the extent that at least one of the following applies
• “Data Subject” definition is widened to include IP ddresses, biometrics, photographic images and anything that can identify a person
Consent
• Suppliers ( processors) need to comply with GDPR
• Controller - This is the person or organisation that defines what data is collected and for what purpose
And Companies who have access to this data have a responsibility to ensure that they have a legitimate reason for keeping this data and protecting it from malicious threats and misuse.
»» Legal Obligation »» Vital Interest
Transparency & usage
We still have the same information about us that we need to keep private, but now we have a Smartphone with more technology in it than Nasa had when they launched rockets to the moon, and this is where our problems lie, social media, internet banking, passwords for everything all kept on clouds and on our phones, tablet or laptop. All information that we need, but that we have to protect and ensure doesn’t get into the wrong hands.
»» Performance of Contract
»» Public Interest »» Legitimate Interest
• Processor – The person or organization who does something to the data on behalf of the controller
These useful links below will give you more information and should answer any questions you may on GDPR
• Processing is anything you do with data:
ICO Website: https://goo.gl/tHLkg7
- collection, recording, organising, structuring or storage - adaption or alteration - retrieval, consultation or use
GDPR Text: https://gdpr-info.eu/ GDPR Coalition http://gdprcoalition.ie/
- erasure or destruction • Controllers and Processors must ensure the individuals know 1. Why this data is being taken 2. How it will be used or processed
PUMP GENIUS
Pumping Control Software WEG’s Pump Genius process control software is designed to reduce pumping system operation and maintenance costs whilst increasing process accuracy and protection. Working with the CFW11 variable speed drive the software provides multiple pump control and protection as well as system monitoring, flow and pressure management for up to six pumps. For more information visit www.weg.net
27
SOLUTIONS FORUM
SUBMERSIBLE DRY-WELL VS TRADITIONAL DRY-WELL WHICH IS BEST FOR WASTE WATER PUMPING
By Andrew Barry, General Manager – Wastewater Pumping - Xylem
What are the differences between submersible drywell and Traditional dry-well pump installations? Which would be better for my wastewater or stormwater pumping station? Answer: Dry-well pump installations can be categorised as pump systems that canbfunction when submerged in water for extended periods of time, and those that cannot. The suitability of each to a specific application will depend largely on thelayout of the pumping station, as well as the perceived likelihood of flooding.
DRY-WELL PUMP INSTALLATIONS Traditional dry-well pump installations are designed mainly in conjunction with large, vertical pumps. The dry well is located separate to the wet well, connected via a series of pipes. Traditional dry well pumps involve the use of non-submersible motors – this is primarily based on the assumption that dry wells are not intended to house water and are unlikely to flood although, as we will see, this assumption is now being tested as weather patterns become more unpredictable and extreme. Traditional dry-well pump designs have either been close-coupled, or long-coupled. Close-coupled pumps contain a motor that is bolted directly to the pump end, with the motor shaft extended through the pump and generally rely on the motor bearings to take the radial and axial loads. They benefit from automatic correct alignment, as well as a more compact footprint for smaller civil structures. In long-coupled pumps, the motor is connected to the pump with a separate coupling device with bearings in a housing which forms part of the pump end. The advantage of such a design is that the motor can be removed without disturbing the rest of the pump. It is also easier to access the mechanical seal and bearings without removing the motor, although alignment between the pump and motor is more difficult but critical in order to prevent the premature failure of bearings and coupling parts. This can lead to long-coupled pumps being more susceptible to both heavy vibrations and
28
noise especially when extended shafts are used between the pump and its motors. However, inherently with any dry well design the level of liquid in the wet well is always going to be above the level of the pumps and therefore the possibility of leakage is always present. Therefore both close and long-coupled non-submersible pumps are problematic in these circumstances as the motors are not designed to function underwater and could be damaged in the event of a flood. A long-coupled non-submersible pump could, arguably, mitigate this risk somewhat by removing the motor from the pumping area, but it will still be compromised and require extra maintenance to the interconnecting shaft and couplings. In the event of any flooding, a traditional, nonsubmersible pump will need to be removed, checked and, in some cases, repaired, before it can resume its duties. This gives rise to high maintenance costs. Further disadvantages include a need for the pump’s motor to be cooled due to its enclosed environment. And oil chamber levels must also be maintained at all times. Despite these challenges, traditional, non-submersible pumps remain popular with many consultants due to their capacity to function after a mechanical seal failure. Many would also argue that the pump’s ease of maintenance lessens the impact of flooding somewhat.
makes them both compact, quiet-running and, therefore, a highly suitable option for pumping stations located in densely populated areas. Also due to their compact size, they are ideal for retrofitting into existing dry wells where access can be difficult and pipework modifications may be required. Dry installed submersible pumps can be mounted either vertically or horizontally, and the form chosen will largely depend on the layout and design of the dry well or wet well. Vertical designs are often preferred for low-lying or underground dry wells because they provide a smaller footprint and can be lifted out directly for maintenance. The submersible pump offers few disadvantages compared to traditional, non- submersible pumps, although maintenance is arguably less straightforward. Seal failure, for example, requires immediate action and will often take longer to repair than a seal failure on a dry, non-submersible pump. However the lack of oil lubricated bearings and external couplings means that other maintenance, which is required by traditional designs is non-existent. The pump’s ability to function underwater largely outweighs these challenges, however, because less maintenance is required over the long-term. With increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, the submersible pump is often the better choice, both in terms of ease of maintenance, and peace of mind.
A BRIEF NOTE ON IMMERSIBLE MOTORS Although it may be tempting to consider immersible motors fitted to traditional pumps as an effective, low-cost alternative to submersible pumps, it is important to remember that they arguably offer little advantage, save in upfront costs. Immersible pumps can be operated when submerged, but their limitations mean that the motor is likely to be damaged if submerged for extended periods of time and the pump will still need to be fully overhauled following a flooding event.
DRY INSTALLED SUBMERSIBLE INSTALLATIONS Submersible installations entered the market over 60 years’ ago and have since become a reliable option for wastewater and storm-water pumping stations. Although originally designed to be installed within the wet well and run continually submerged, they have found increased use installed within the dry well, particularly those that are liable to flooding. As their name suggests, submersible motors are capable of operating underwater for extended periods of time. All submersible pumps are close-coupled, which
CONCLUSION When specifying pumps for wastewater and storm-water pumping stations, it is important to reflect on the pumping station’s design, as well as aspects such as: likelihood of flooding, ease of maintenance, footprint, spatial restrictions, local environment, cost of upkeep, and the likely concentration of debris and solids, beforea decision is made on the best pump options available.
N EWS
See the BPMA’s Guide Leaving the European Union in March 2019 will have subsequent consequences on existing European Legislation within the UK. The UK transposes EU legislation into statutory Instruments and these will need to be individually reviewed to see if they require change or removal. It is still not known if the UK will adopt CE marking and a Declaration of Conformity after Brexit. To Assist BPMA has now joined Euris which is an association of mechanical & electrical associations working together to obtain information for their respective members. Euris has direct access into UK Government. Euris - www.euristaskforce.org/about-euris/ Best Practice Guides Revision of Variable Speed Pumping guide It was confirmed that this Guide was now published and available from BPMA This guide is the result of co-operation between three different industries whose goal was to produce a document that would clearly define in simple terms the information required when planning to use an electronic Variable Speed Driven Pumping System. The guide focuses mainly on applications within the Industrial Sector, however the principles used will be applicable to most pumping applications.
To request a copy of the Guide contact Steve Smith, Administrator, British Pump Manufacturers Association Ltd, West Bromwich, West Midlands. Tel: +44 (0) 121 601 6691 E-mail: s.smith@bpma.org.uk
BPMA Follows-up its Brexit Position Statement with Membership of EURIS The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) which represents the business interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pumping equipment throughout both the domestic and international arena has joined with other leading trade associations in its membership of EURIS. The European Union Relationship and Industrial Strategy is an advisory body for the potential impacts of the changing relationship between the UK and EU for the UK Government, manufacturers and media. EURIS members include such notable bodies as BEAMA, GAMBICA, EAMA, REA, CESA, FETA, MTA, BFPA and TechWorks, which between them represent over 4000 companies across electro-technical, electronics, renewables and mechanical engineering products. It has a focus on product manufacturers covered by the Single Market and the supporting regulations and standards. The member associations have
extensive relationships with equivalent European trade bodies, and parts of the European Commission. The EURIS Taskforce produces Position Papers and Reports relating to the Brexit process relevant to the manufacturing sector. It also issues a weekly economic report to its members based on a tracked set of macro market indicators ranging from international trade and the general economy through to productivity costs and price indices. Steve Schofield, Director and CEO of BPMA commented, “Following hard on the heels of our own Brexit Position Paper, which we issued to Government at the end of last year, I am delighted that the BPMA Council has decided to join EURIS.” He continued, “Through our membership of this advisory body, we can ensure that our Members are kept abreast of all developments relating to Brexit and its likely impact on the UK’s engineering sector.” Steve Brambley, CEO of GAMBICA and Vice Chair of EURIS, added, “We are delighted to welcome BPMA into membership, and to enhance the strong and cooperative working relations that already exist between our various organisations through the auspices of EURIS.” Further information on EURIS can be found via www.euristaskforce.org. Further information on BPMA can be found via www.bpma.org.uk.
29
N EWS
BPMA joins other Trade Bodies at CE Mark Briefing
BPMA Director Talks to Modern Building Services
MAKING LOW FLOW MORE EFFICIENT
As part of its ongoing commitment to international standards and product certification, the British Pump Manufacturers Association was one of 16 trade organisations who attended a recent briefing at the Houses of Parliament.
MBS is one of the leading communication channels in the UK addressing the complex world of building services. It does so through both a monthly ‘hard copy’ publication, which it distributes to over 23,000 readers, and a highly regarded online provision. Editorially, it not only looks at the traditional areas of building services but also seeks to unify the myriad roles of everyone engaged in what is becoming an increasingly sophisticated sector from design and newbuild to lifetime maintenance and refurbishment.
Combining the proven technologies of Sundyne Barske Wheel hydraulics with the HMD Kontro sealless magnetic drive, the GSPLF (LF for Low Flow) sealless pump has been developed to fill a gap in the market for a highefficiency low flow magnetic drive centrifugal pump with a single stage high head capability. The GSPLF meets the requirements of API 685 and has full ATEX compliance, making it ideal for chemical and hydrocarbon processing applications.
The meeting was hosted by Neil Coyle MP, who was joined by several representatives from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), and covered the important topic of CE Marking post Brexit. Following a brief welcome and introduction by Neil Coyle, the agenda followed three primary items: • Retaining the CE Mark Post Brexit • A Potential UK Mark or Equivalent • Conclusions and Follow-up Actions Clearly any move way from the existing system of CE Marking for all products that are shipped throughout the single market is a huge undertaking, and so given its work on various standards committees and sub-committees within Europe over recent decades, the BPMA’s place at this meeting was seen to be both important and very much welcomed by all those in attendance. The diversity of the industry sectors represented was extremely broad, covering such disparate areas as industrial trucks, giftware, heating and hot water, mineral products, educational supplies, toys and hobbies, building services as well and pumps and pump related equipment. Representatives from the British Standard Institute (BSI) and the British Retail Consortium (BRC) were also in attendance, further illustrating the importance placed on this issue. Commenting on this meeting, BPMA Director & CEO, Steve Schofield said, “There are some crucially important issues affecting the UK’s manufacturing sector that need to be fully understood, and then borne in mind, when negotiating the final stages of Brexit; CE Marking is one such issue. I am pleased that through BEIS, the Government is at last seeking advice and input from industry. Events like this seek to do just that, and so I welcome the initiative. However, as things stand there is currently no alternative to the CE Mark for the UK if negotiations fail regarding the Customs Union with Europe, which is a major concern to all the sectors involved. None-the-less, the BPMA, along with its counterparts from other industries will continue to push for the best possible outcome on all the issues governing the movement of manufactured goods and materials in a post Brexit world”. Reader Enquiries to: Steve Smith, Administrator, British Pump Manufacturers Association Ltd, West Bromwich, West Midlands Tel : +44 (0)121 601 6691 Email : s.smith@bpma.org.uk Web : www.bpma.org.uk
30
Pumps and pump related systems have always played a Sundyne has over 50 years of key role in all manner of building services, and it remains experience in offering Barske an important market for many BPMA members. Wheel pumps, designed to provide efficiency in the low It is therefore important that as a part of the BPMA’s specific speed regime often ongoing PR activities, we share our news and information referred to as low flow, high head applications. with all those operating in this arena. These pumps have an open impeller with straight blades Steve Schofield, BPMA Director & CEO recently spoke to and a tapered conical diffuser to produce the desired the Editor of Modern Building Services on the challenges performance. Development and testing demonstrates facing the pump market, and how the Association is that this combination produces a head factor (ratio of supporting its growing membership. This includes developed head to theoretical head) considerably higher of course its membership of EURIS, and its ongoing than that of traditional back-swept Francis vane impellers. endeavours to help ensure that its members’ interests are The combination of Sundyne Barske Wheel hydraulics protected throughout the Brexit negotiations. with the HMD sealless magnetic drive, reliability, design The discussion took the form of a televised interview, flexibility, and efficiency is further optimised, ensuring trouble-free, safe and environmentally conscious which is available to view on MBS TV, via this link. plant operation. An additional advantage of the GSPLF It is hoped that other such interviews can be arranged is the flexibility inherent in the diffuser and impeller with other sector specific publications over the coming combination, which can easily be rerated should the duty weeks and months, to help further present and portray point change without replacing the pressure casing. the work of both the BPMA and its 82 strong membership. HMD Kontro has more than 25 years’ experience in Reader Enquiries to: Steve Smith, Administrator, British API applications and a 70 year track record in magnetic Pump Manufacturers Association Ltd drive technology, being the first company to develop a magnetic drive sealless pump. West Bromwich, West Midlands. Tel : +44 (0)121 601 6691 Email : s.smith@bpma.org.uk Further information, including a copy of the GSPLF brochure can be seen and downloaded from theSundyne Web : www.bpma.org.uk HMD website at www.sundyne.com/hmdkontro. Alternatively, please telephone +44 1323 452141 or email vince.lee@sundyne.com.
Grundfos Pump School enrolling now The Grundfos Pump School has re-opened its doors and is now offering a choice of 11 courses covering topics that relate to a wide range of applications including fire, dosing and wastewater. This year we are pleased to introduce 2 new courses to the curriculum that are specifically aimed at people working with pump solutions in industrial and building services applications. Courses are held over one day and include the opportunity to get ‘hands on’ with various pump solutions. There are a range of dates available for the remainder of 2018 and a choice of venues.
Courses are already proving to be very popular so early on-line booking is recommended. To view more details relating to the many options available, or to directly book a course(s) visit www.grundfos.co.uk and click on the Training link and then on Pump School and you will be able to view the courses and directly book your preference.
N EWS
A global-facing company… with deep local roots Billingham-based pump distributor and manufacturer Tomlinson Hall has harnessed its success and industry reach to make a real difference to its local community.
Year Title in both 2015 and 2017 to Prior’s Mill Church of England Primary School in Billingham – which also used the donation to support STEM subjects, a Science Week and a school visit to Newcastle’s Life Science Centre.
The company, which was founded in 1919 and is a proud BPMA member, has recently lent its support to a number of initiatives which support young people and benefit community projects.
Tomlinson Hall also supports the Billingham Legacy Foundation, an independent charitable grant making body which invests in the community of Billingham for the benefit of the people of Billingham. The company has sponsored – and helped to organise – three golf days in aid of the foundation since 2016, which have brought together businesses from the pump industry, and chemical processing and utilities sectors. More than £5000 has been raised for the foundation to date as a result.
The company manufactures its own innovative liquid ring vacuum pump, Liquivac, on its Billingham premises. It is also the approved UK distributor of many leading pump brands, such as DEPA, ELRO and also Richter, and distributes pumps for other leading manufacturers including Grundfos, Flux, Calpeda and ITT Goulds. As part of its commitment to education and skills, Tomlinson Hall has helped to support the scientists of the future by donating £2000 to Billingham South Community Primary School. Tomlinson Hall was named Engineering Firm of the Year 2018 at the North East of England Process Industry Cluster (NEPIC) Annual Industry Awards and received £2000 to donate to a local school of its choiceto support STEM-related projects. Tomlinson Hall donated the money to Billingham South Community Primary School and this has helped to fund the school’s Science Week and provide valuable resources to enrich its pupils’ educational experience in STEM subjects. In addition, Tomlinson Hall donated the £2000 prize money it received after winning the NEPIC SME Of The
landscape for nearly 100 years and we feel that it’s important to put something back into our local area”. Tomlinson Hall works across the UK and in overseas markets including Europe, the Middle East, the Americas and Asia. It offers a total service to industry – including pump selection and supply, site visits, problem solving, servicing and repairs. For more information contact Tomlinson- Hall by Tel: 01642 379500 E-mail: enquiries@tomlinson-hall.co.uk Web: www.tomlinson-hall.co.uk
In addition, Tomlinson Hall has demonstrated its commitment to sport in North East England bym supporting the Gazette Sports Awards in Middlesbrough and sponsoring Stockton Pumas and Stockton Rockets basketball teams. Colin Simpson, Business Development Director of Tomlinson Hall – who is also a patron of the Billingham Legacy Foundation – said: “At Tomlinson Hall, we believe that business and the community should work together – whether that is to support our young people and give them the best grounding possible in STEM subjects, or helping organisations like the Billingham Legacy Foundation to make a positive difference to the lives of people on our doorstep. “As a business, we have been part of Teesside’s industrial
Left to right: Andy Buckworth (Executive Director Stem Technical Training, Northern Skills Group), Edwin Squire (Headmaster, Billingham South Community Primary School), Ian Wright (former Chief Executive, NEPIC), Colin Simpson (Business Development Director, Tomlinson Hall) and Sara Raffell (Internal Sales, Tomlinson Hall) at Billingham South Community Primary School.
New suspended pumps with the hydraulic system of standardised chemical pumps The Estigia type series extends the KSB SE & Co. KGaA, Frankenthal, product portfolio for the chemical and petrochemical industries and other applications. It was showcased at this year’s ACHEMA trade fair in Frankfurt (11 to 15 June). The low-pressure suspended pumps are designed for vertical wet installation in a closed tank under atmospheric pressure. For the installation depth, various lengths ranging from a minimum of 852 mm to a maximum of 6402 mm are available and three discharge pipe diameters can be selected for each pump size. Given the vertical design, the pumps only require very little space. When the immersion depth exceeds 2400 mm, a special design element between the support column sections and the discharge pipe makes for significantly reduced vibrations. The casing cover of the pump is fitted with a product-lubricated plain bearing made of high-grade, wear-resistant silicon carbide.
This results in a long service life and long maintenance intervals. The pump set is easy to install and dismantle with its integrated cover plate serving as the tank cover. The material variants on offer are cast iron, stainless steel and duplex steel. Replaceable casing wear rings prevent possible wear on casing and impeller. The Estigia type series is characterised by a high efficiency and low operating costs. The pump set can be supplied with shaft bearings lubricated by the fluid handled, an external liquid or an electric grease pump. A so-called cantilever design is also available. This version is designed to ISO 5199, with flexible coupling and grease-lubricated rolling element bearings arranged outside the fluid handled. The pump is suitable for fluid temperatures of -30 °C to +100 °C. It can be driven by variable speed and fixed speed electric motors, with or without ATEX approval.
Calpeda are pleased to announce that Jon Bennett has been appointed to the role of General Manager of its UK subsidiary Calpeda Limited. Jon has been a member of the Calpeda UK team for a number of years in various roles most recently National Sales Manager. The new appointment is part of a series of management changes scheduled to take effect over the next few months following Ken Hall’s new appointment with Calpeda S.p.A as Regional Manager, head of operations across sub-Saharan Africa. Ken will continue to be a member of the UK board of Directors, retaining his position of Managing Director, but Jon will now be responsible, reporting to the board, for the day to day operations of the company. We are sure that Jon will have other announcements to make in the coming months about the company’s operational structure as he takes the business forward.
For more information contact KSB Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 1509 231 872 E-mail: sales@ksb.com Web: www.ksb.com
Everyone at Calpeda congratulates him on his hard won appointment as he now joins the Calpeda family team as one of our senior managers responsible for a subsidiary.
31
N EWS
ITT unveils i-ALERT® Ai Platform The simple online asset intelligence (Ai) platform is the latest service to be introduced since the i-ALERT2 Bluetooth Smart-enabled machine health monitor was launched in May 2015. The breakthrough innovation and the various features added over the past two years enable customers to spend less time collecting data from their rotating equipment and more time solving problems.
i-ALERT Ai Online Platform With the i-ALERT Ai platform (https://i-alert.ai/), customers can monitor and manage all their i-ALERT enabled machines and sensors in a simple web interface. This subscription service requires no software to download or dedicated hardware to run. It allows customers to view trend data, machine notes, technical data and vibration spectrum data collected via the i-ALERT2 application (app), all visualized in a simple timeline.
Data Collection Time Reduced by 50 Percent This online web interface complements the route customization feature introduced in 2016, which cuts collection of machine performance data by as much as 50 percent. Customers can manage the data collection via the i-ALERT mobile app by setting up designated routes and the app will automatically guide a user to which assets and what type of date to collect on the route. Once a route is completed, the app will automatically generate a report and email it to the customer.
features and benefits are: ◾Asset Intelligence: Monitor the equipment health of any rotating machine such as pumps, motors, fans, mixers, gear boxes and more. It tracks 3-axis vibration, temperature, kurtosis and machine runtime. It logs data at every hour or on an alarm event. • Easy to Use: With the free mobile app and simple interface, it puts machine monitoring in the hands of the everyday user. • Save Time: The app will quickly scan multiple machines at once and cover more equipment with fewer resources, freeing time for analysis and troubleshooting.
Prevent a crisis before it happens with the new Motor Scan technology from WEG
• Stay Safe: A Bluetooth® Smart wireless connection allows monitoring from a safe distance.
The new WEG Motor Scan enables real-time monitoring of motors via a smart device App in order to maximize uptime and facilitate preventative/ predictive maintenance
• Early Detection: Unplanned machine failures can be avoided with the early detection feature of the i-ALERT monitoring solution. Customers can now view realtime and historical data, diagnostic information and machine records. This provides them with the data necessary to make informed decisions. • Solve Problems: Advanced vibration diagnostic tools are available to anyone who can use a smartphone or tablet. With the Ai platform, customers will be able to monitor i-ALERT2 enabled machines anywhere they have an internet connection. “With the i-ALERT Ai platform, customers have access to a seamless monitoring solution that is easy to use and access. The i-ALERT2 monitor is certified in 78 countries and the mobile app is available on iOS and Android platforms.
Features & Benefits With the i-ALERT2 sensor, the mobile app and the Ai platform, customers can have a seamless monitoring solution that will enable them to safely inspect multiple pieces of equipment and be alerted of potential problems before they become critical failures. Broadly, some of the
Request a copy of the iAlert Application guide from – gouldssalesuk@itt.com or telephone 1256 311904
Grundfos give ARLA food for thought Arla Foods are one of the biggest players in the dairy arena with many household brand names in their portfolio. Originating in Denmark, they now have production facilities in many European countries. As you would expect, food production is highly regulated and there are many restrictions to not only ensure that the produce itself meets the highest standards, but that any residual by- products are properly treated to not place additional strain on the environment. Delivering such exacting standards is frequently complex and expensive. When Arla wanted to increase their mozzarella production, they turned to Grundfos for assistance, as within the production process, water needs to be separated out from the milk. This residual ‘cow water’ as it is colloquially known, includes the nitrogenous compound urea, that traditional treatment plants struggle to deal with and therefore it needed to be sent off-site to be treated which was an expensive process. Grundfos introduced them to their BioBooster – one of Grundfos’ next generation solutions. These stand-alone units clean wastewater in a biological process, that through its ultrafiltration membranes, eliminates bacteria at its source by removing organic and bacterial contamination. This treated water complies with strict discharge limits and achieves all necessary water reuse standards. 32
WEG, a leading global manufacturer of motors and drive technology, has unveiled its brand new Motor Scan product targeted to deliver remote monitoring of WEG Motors in order to maximize uptime and enable predictive/ preventative maintenance. This new technology allows maintenance professionals to make informed decisions about the health of installed motors and react accordingly depending on the data captured. The WEG Motor Scan system uses Industry 4.0’s digital technology, including Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Big Data Analytics to give clients a competitive edge in this dynamic and challenging business environment. Available for frame sizes from 100 to 450, WEG’s sensor measures the vibration and temperature of motors to detect anomalies. Easily retrofitted via a mounting clamp, the sensor tracks vibration, surface temperature as well as running hours, and will provide data on speed, start/stop time, load and efficiency via Bluetooth. For ease of use the captured data is stored in the cloud and the user can use an App, available for both iOS and Android devices, on their smartphone or tablet to access it. Users can also access the data on laptops and desktops via a dedicated web portal. Powerful analytics help to process the data and predict pending failures or hidden problems based on frequency spectrum analysis. Warning levels are pre-set based on acceptable baselines of temperature/ vibration and software is able to plot performance curves with the captured data. Essentially, WEG Motor Scan takes the monotony out of manually collecting and monitoring data, removes the guesswork of preventive maintenance and eliminates the inefficiency of reactive maintenance. Also, by training maintenance professionals to take on the specialised requirements of predictive maintenance, it provides the opportunity for companies to upskill staff and expand their capability.
In this instance the outcome has been that at this Arla site alone they can clean 450 m3 of water daily - that can be reused in a suitable process or despatched into a local water course - a true win/win situation. This winning combination was reinforced at the recent Global Water Summit that saw readers votes secured this Arla/ Grundfos project the prestigious Industrial Water Project of the Year award.
If this Grundfos BioBooster solution has given you food for thought as to how it could benefit your operation, email us at grundfos-uk@sales.grundfos.com
“The WEG Motor Scan can predict and avert a crisis before it happens. It is just like having a crystal ball that lets you know what is going to happen in the future. We find that fixing a problem before it happens is the most costeffective form of maintenance and this provides direct benefits to our clients. Clients can reduce cost, improve profitability and use their resources more efficiently,” said Andrew Glover, European Low Voltage Motors Product Manager. “The WEG Motor Scan leverages IIoT and analytics to connect sensors and other devices to collect and analyse real-time data to provide transparency for taking immediate pre-emptive actions. Our new solution helps clients to stay competitive in this ever-evolving and challenging environment.” For more information contact WEG (UK) Ltd, Redditch, Worcestershire. Tel: +44 (0) 1527 513800 E-mail: wegsales@wegelectricmotors.co.uk Web: www.weg.net