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AWWA DSS71322 Ageing Pump Efficiency: The Hidden Cost Thief?

Conference Proceeding by American Water Works Association, 11/01/2009

Bunn, Simon

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This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of typical energy use in water utilities. The efficiency of water pumps is presented, along with best efficiency point and parallel pumps' efficiency. Examples of increasing energy efficiency at water utilities are provided. Topics covered include: variable speed drives; and, AQUADAPT - Key Software Modules. Presentation conclusions indicate the following: pump wear can have seriousimplications for performance and efficiency;90% of all purchased power by water andwastewater utilities is used by pumps;with 3% of all U.S. generation power going to waterand wastewater utilities, getting pumps operatingwell should be a key goal; and,payback for these types of projects is exceptionallygood, 3 months to 2 years typically. Includes figures.

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Edition: Vol. - No. Published: 11/01/2009 Number of Pages: 40File Size: 1 file , 2 MB