High-Volume, Low-Speed (HVLS) Fans Part 1: More Than Just a Pretty Fan
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A Quick Look at Smart Pump Curves
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The differences between smart pumps and conventional pumps impact certain parts of their curves. In this blog post, we will review the elements of a smart pump curve, using Xylem’s B&G e-1510X-3BD ….
Read MorePump Motor Efficiency Part 4: What Is a SMART PUMP?
/Perhaps you’ve heard about mandates for higher energy efficiency and the innovations that have emerged to meet these requirements. Integrated control functionality for some HVAC equipment is among these innovations. Fan manufacturers were the first….
Read MorePump Motor Efficiency Series Part 3: Permanent Magnet Motors (PPMs)
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Perhaps you’ve noticed articles or advertisements in trade publications touting the advantages of permanent magnet motors (PMMs.) PMMs use technology innovations to pursue….
Read MorePump Motor Efficiency Requirements Part 2: Electronically Commutated Motors
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Electronically commutated motors (ECMs) will play an important role in compliance with increasing motor efficiency requirements from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). But how do these motors differ from century-old direct current (DC) motor technology….
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