The Flygt Pareo solution, an intelligent monitoring system, is designed to reduce equipment life cycle costs and improve the reliability and safety of pumping operations by turning any traditional dewatering pump into a smart pump. According to Xylem, the technology automatically responds to changing conditions to minimize pump wear and maximize efficiency. Additionally, Xylem says mining and construction operators in North America can reduce pump wear by up to 70 percent and halve maintenance costs with Pareo. Says Ken Albaugh, director of sales and services at Xylem: “One of the biggest water management issues mine operators face is pump failure due to dry running, resulting in costly downtime. Adding intelligence to dewatering pumps provides operators with enhanced visibility and control, empowering them to get ahead of problems and improve operational efficiency.”
Motor control for electric-driven surface pumps optimized
The ElectricPAK packaged variable frequency drive (VFD) is designed to withstand the demands of mobile dewatering applications. According to Pioneer Pump, a Franklin Electric Co. brand, the platform is engineered to deliver a more intuitive operation experience via a touchscreen interface known as SmartPrime. The ElectricPAK can be mounted to the pump skid to simplify transport and ensure the pump, motor and VFD are always ready to set up and go on the jobsite. The VFD can also be mounted in its own standalone skid for maximum setup versatility and use with different pumping systems. The standalone skid features a metal cage design that keeps the VFD protected and secure during transport while providing extra protection against jobsite hazards.
Move high material volumes quickly
The GSZ Series comprises high-volume dewatering pumps that are designed to continuously move large amounts of mud, slurry and gravel continuously. According to Tsurumi Pump, these units can handle up to 5,000 gpm. The three-phase GSZ-150-4 pump, for example, is the highest-class model in the series, quickly drawing significant amounts of water and slurry. The model delivers a maximum head of 230 ft. and a flow of 5,020 gpm, the company says. Equipped with a wear-resistant impeller and high-chromium cast iron, Tsurumi Pump says it is built for side discharge via a spiral flow route that ensures smooth passage of solids. The motor is encased in a water jacket to keep it cool when running at low-water levels for extended periods.
