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Nov 21, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
In the first part of this series, we addressed some of the basics of effective valve station planning. Continuing in that mold, let’s take a look at different customization options and the practical design considerations to consider before a valve station is installed. A valve position indicator is very useful for operations personnel as it gives the ability to see the exact position of the valve during operation.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
Miss part 2? Read it here. Over the first two parts of this series, we have illustrated how combined cycle power producer, or CCPP, operating models have changed to accommodate a rise in renewables, thus bringing about the inclusion of ancillary services. Below, we walk through some of the improvement opportunities that operators are already incorporating.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
As more and more sectors are looking to increase their use of alternative and renewable fuel sources, industry leaders are partnering up to lead the way. Recently, Downey Ridge Environmental Company, known better as Greasezilla, and BP have announced a groundbreaking agreement that will enable the capture and extraction of brown grease waste as a feedstock for biofuel production, marking a step forward in sustainable energy production.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
Around 359 billion cubic meters of wastewater is produced globally each year. As well as municipal wastewater, a broad range of industrial processes produce wastewater, such as chemical manufacturing, food processing and powerplants. If the effluent water is going to be discharged back into the environment, it must be treated to comply with regulatory requirements and prevent damage to ecosystems and human health.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
New to the AD/biogas industry, Ross Mingotti could have been forgiven for walking away from a plant that had already had major mixing issues in its final storage tank. Within two months of him joining the business in December 2021, one of the paddle mixers in the secondary tank failed. The mixers had worked well since being commissioned in 2017 at Ampgreen Estates’ Greengill Farm AD plant (near Penrith, Cumbria, in the far north of England), but now came the problem of retrieving them.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
mcsmag.com | Seth Saunders
DOKADokaXact Sensors Choosing the right concrete pouring speed depends on many factors, like weather and concrete mix. Real-time data from wireless DokaXact sensors ensure concrete is poured as fast as possible while helping ensure safety and the best possible concrete quality—even when using CO2-reduced concrete mixes. DokaXact sensors are tough, waterproof, dustproof, and can be easily connected to the user’s smartphone via Bluetooth. DokaXact Load offers a solution for monitoring formwork loads.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
Supporting its ‘Go Green’ initiative, Jacobi Carbons, Inc. is introducing a refined AddSorb OX-Series, a coconut-shell based replacement for the company’s original coal-based product for hydrogen sulfide removal. Available in two pelletized variations, this innovation is specially formulated for optimal odor control, offering high hydrogen sulfide capacity, while also achieving sustainable manufacturing goals. Jim Knepper, Jacobi Carbons, Inc. president of the Americas, explains how below.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
E-Air H450 VSDEquipped with a powerful motor and VSD technology, the E-Air provides a steady supply of compressed air, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of essential equipment. The VSD technology adjusts the compressor’s speed and air output based on demand, optimizing energy use and reducing wear and tear on components. The electric motor, unlike traditional diesel engines, also operates with low noise, creating a quieter and more comfortable work environment.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
Netzsch Pumps USA, the leading complex fluid handling solutions provider, highlights its Tornado T1 Generation F pump, designed to produce high flow at low to medium pressures in a small compact package. It is ideal for various industrial applications. The Tornado T1 Generation F pump can handle a wide range of viscosities, solids, temperature, abrasion, and corrosive/acidic process fluids, and environments.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
modernpumpingtoday.com | Seth Saunders
Control valves (CV) are found throughout municipal water distribution systems and are integral to maintaining consistent water pressure and supply. The importance and ubiquity of control valves underscore their significance in the functionality and reliability of water distribution infrastructures.
