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The BPMA Pump Buyers Guide & Directory
A Message from Dale Croker, BPMA President
It is with great pleasure that I introduce the 2024/25 edition of the BPMA Pump Buyers Guide & Directory.
It contains information about BPMA activities, useful articles, UK pump market data and details of the products and services offered by our members.
The BPMA, with its long and proud history continues to work with its members to provide training, technical advice on standards and legislation and marketing support, and acts as a focal point in representing the UK industry with both the UK government and the European parliament.
Against a backdrop of Global instability and political uncertainty, our industry continues to face up to many challenges including the evolving legislative landscape post-Brexit, where your Association is actively engaged in providing insights to policymakers, both at home in the UK and within the EU, advocating for updates that will benefit the entire sector.
I do trust you will find our Pump Buyers Guide & Directory to be both informative and useful.
About the BPMA
Whether you are a pump user, a supplier or manufacturer, the BPMA can help you achieve your desired result. BPMA has been supporting the UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and pumping equipment since 1941. Its mission has always been to influence and support the pump sector through the provision of good technical support, knowledge and independent pump training.
Our principal objectives are:-
• To be the effective voice of the pump industry
• To satisfy the needs of all BPMA members whilst encouraging their active participation.
Membership advantages:
• Discounts on BPMA Training and Publications Includes BSI • Technical meetings and updates • Technical Helpline
• Business Support with H & S and legal advice • Oxford Economics World Pump Report
• Peer to peer Networking • Help with Compliance Auditing.
Buy with confidence from BPMA members
Dale Croker, KSB Ltd
The BPMA Pump Buyers Guide & Directory
BPMA COUNCIL
President Dale Croker KSB Ltd
Vice President
Lee Tebbatt Wilo
Members
Stephen Shaw
AESSEAL
Andrew Simpson Apex Pumps
Julijana Ristov Brook Crompton
Patrick Tantum Caprari & Calpeda
Brian Millward Celeros FT – Clyde Union
Adam Ferneyhough Dab Pumps
Aaron Chung ESPA
Grant Sinclair Flowserve (GB)
Glynn Williams Grundfos
Ben Aquino John Crane International
Bob Tichband SPP Pumps
David Noble SPX Flow Europe
Jim Wall Sulzer Ireland
Tony Keville Tomlinson Hall Ltd
Patrick O’Neill WEG Electric Motors
Paul Winnett Xylem Water Solutions
BPMA Staff
Director and Chief Executive
Wayne Rose
Business Manager Kiran Kaur
BPMA Membership
Technical Committee Chairman
John Hollins SPP Pumps
Marketing Committee Chairman
Shaun Hampson Ruhrpumpen
Europump Council Representative
Jim Wall Sulzer Ireland
Europump Marketing Commission Chairman
Nicola Cox Armstrong Fluid Technology
BPMA Board Members
Dale Croker Lee Tebbatt
Wayne Rose
Andrew Simpson Jim Wall (Co-Opted)
Technical Services Officer Gary Wilde On contract PR, Training, Web, Economic, Marketing, and Accounts staff.
Membership is open to any large, medium or small company with a UK office. From pump manufacturers, contractors and distributors through to the suppliers of motors, castings, bearings and other ancillary pumping equipment and services. Our members account for approximately 85% of UK pump production and BPMA itself is a member of the European Association of Pump Manufacturers (Europump). Currently, BPMA membership stands at its highest ever with more than 100 members.
Over the past 12 months, BPMA have welcomed the following companies into membership
• Ambic Equipment Limited • Atom Water Pump Solutions Ltd • BIP (Oldbury) Ltd • Innomotics Motors and Large Drives Limited • Menzel Great Britain Limited • Tsurumi UK Ltd • Tucson Pumps • Vogelsang Ltd
For more information on the BPMA, please visit our website www.bpma.org.uk or email marketing@bpma.org.uk for a no-obligation Membership pack.
BPMA Websites
www.bpma.org.uk
This is the main website of the BPMA and is where you will find links to:-
• Latest News • Member News
• Resources • Training & Course Dates
• Sponsored Events
• Careers and vacancies etc
www.bpma-elearning.co.uk
A dedicated site for students to enrol and study either of BPMA’s world-class e-learning courses, along with information and dates on live webinar classes.
www.bpma-cpsa.co.uk
A website for Certified Pump System
Auditors and information on the CPSA course and the benefits and cost savings that can be achieved when the pumping system and its connectivity are viewed as a whole.
Post-Brexit Standards and Directives for Pumps
Wayne Rose, CEO of the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) shares some thoughts on the shifting legislative landscape impacting the pump sector in the aftermath of Brexit, highlighting some of the efforts undertaken by his organisation (and others) in ensuring a fair and equitable approach is adopted across the board.
For decades, the UK and its manufacturing industry, aligned the vast majority of its product safety and certification protocols with that of Europe, ensuring that both elevated levels of compliance and fair competition were maintained across this vast trading block. In fact, drawing on the vast experience and technical expertise available through our extensive complement of trade bodies, institutions and worldrenowned academia, the UK has been instrumental in devising much of the regulatory framework that exists today. Its influence has been profound and far reaching, and contrary to some views, despite the complications brought about by Brexit, many of the UK’s trade bodies, including the BPMA, still maintain a considerable voice on the international stage.
In the case of my own organisation, which represents the commercial interests of UK and Irish manufacturers and suppliers of liquid pumps and other pump related equipment, it is itself a member of Europump, the European Pump Association which represents 15 National Associations across the continent of Europe. Furthermore, as a founding member, the BPMA has representation on the main Europump Council, and holds the Secretariate of the Europump Marketing Commission, and enjoys strong representation on both the Standards and Technical Commissions.
As such, and directly through this engagement, the BPMA is not only able to keep abreast of all applicable directives, standards and compliance matters relating to the manufacture and supply of pumps throughout Europe and the rest of the World, it is also able to help steer, guide and question these important legislative activities.
Navigating Uncertainty: The BPMA will maintain ongoing discussions regarding the potential divergence of the UK from existing European standards and directives related to product certification. Insights will be provided on how the pump sector can effectively steer its way through the uncertainty brought about by these potential changes.
Critical Role of Certification: Emphasizing the significance of product certification, the BPMA will continue to highlight the potential implications for manufacturers, suppliers, and endusers. Key to this is advocating high-quality standards to ensure the continued reliability and safety of all pump products and their related systems.
Industry Advocacy and Collaboration: The BPMA is committed to maintaining a proactive role, along with other ‘partner’ trade organisations, in providing the UK Government with substantial background information and market feedback to help ensure the long-awaited updates fully align with industry needs.
As we navigate the evolving landscape post-Brexit, it is crucial for the pump industry to adapt to changing standards. At BPMA, we are actively engaged in providing insights to policymakers, both at home in the UK and within the EU,
advocating for updates that will benefit the entire sector. Our collaborative efforts with fellow trade organisations underscore our commitment to ensuring a robust and progressive regulatory framework. And for the benefit of our pump manufacturing members, we will continue to lobby all applicable persons and entities to ensure essential safety compliance, improved energy efficiencies along with fair and equitable trading opportunities.
BPMA Calls for Urgent Action Following OPSS Announcement on Non-Compliant Circulator Pumps
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is deeply concerned by the recent announcement from the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) regarding the prevalence of non-compliant circulator pumps in the UK market. The revelation that a recent study identified 85% of imports of these products as non-compliant underscores the urgent need for action to safeguard consumers and uphold industry standards.
The findings of the study conducted by the OPSS are alarming and raise serious questions about the efficacy of current regulatory measures governing circulator pumps. Noncompliant products not only pose potential risks to consumer safety but also undermine the integrity of the pump industry and erode trust in regulatory processes.
As the leading voice of the pump industry in the UK, the BPMA emphasises the importance of robust enforcement mechanisms to address the influx of non-compliant products into the market. It is imperative that regulatory bodies collaborate closely with industry stakeholders to implement effective strategies for detecting and preventing the circulation of non-compliant pumps. The association welcomes the OPSS’s removal [delisting] of some thirty products identified as not satisfying the required compliance measures.
Wayne Rose, CEO of the BPMA, commented, "The proliferation of non-compliant circulator pumps is a significant concern for both manufacturers and consumers. We urge the government and regulatory authorities to continue to take decisive action to tackle this issue and ensure that only safe and compliant products are available in the market."
In response to these developments, the BPMA reaffirms its commitment to promoting excellence and compliance within the pump industry. The association stands ready to collaborate with the OPSS and other relevant bodies to develop and implement measures that enhance product safety and integrity.
The BPMA urges consumers to remain vigilant when purchasing circulator pumps and advises them to seek products bearing recognized certifications and compliance markings.
Europump's 2024 Annual conference and General Assembly was held in May at the prestigious De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor, delivering three days of fruitful meetings, discussions, and networking.
Over 80 delegates from across the European pump industry attended the three-day event, which was hosted by the British Pump Manufacturers’ Association (BPMA) with the sponsorship and support of WEG – a world leader in motor, drive, and asset management systems technology.
Attendees benefited from extensive updates on regulatory and standards related topics including Circular Economy, PFAS, EPD, the Eco-design Directive, the Machinery Regulation, CBAM, GHG Emissions, and many more.
In addition, keynote speeches from invited experts provided valuable insight on the introduction of Digital Product Passports (thanks to Carolynn Bernier from CIRPASS), the use of Artificial Intelligence in pumps (courtesy of Mike W. Otten from Xylem), and Sustainability with motors and drives (provided by Daniel Godinho and Martin Brand of WEG). In a broader context, delegates were given an overview of the political landscape in the UK, specifically in relation to manufacturing (eloquently given by Stephen Phipson CBE from Make UK), as well as a detailed presentation on the very latest Oxford Economics’ World Pumps Report (offered by lead Economist, Kiran Ahmed).
This comprehensive business agenda was supported by an impressive social programme which included full use of the wonderful grounds and leisure facilities that this impressive
venue enjoys, a visit to Windsor Castle, a river boat trip along the Thames, a stunning Falconry display and two sumptuous dinners with spectacular entertainment.
Commenting on the event, Wayne Rose, CEO at the BPMA said: “We were delighted to host this year’s Europump Annual Meeting, on behalf of our European colleagues, and I cannot be more pleased with how the entire event has been received. From the excellent content and delivery of the numerous meetings and presentations, to the fantastic social programme, I’ve no doubt that the three days spent in Windsor, have been both productive and immensely enjoyable for all concerned.”
Lisa Kretschmann, Secretary General at Europump, echoed these thoughts by saying: “It was wonderful to see the number of attendees to this year’s event return to prepandemic levels, which is testament to the hard work and effort spent by our hosts in delivering such a wonderful event – on both a business and social level. Our thanks, must also go WEG, whose support and sponsorship enabled such a comprehensive programme to be presented and enjoyed.”
Marek Lukaszczyk, European Marketing Manager at WEG added: “The pump sector is a hugely important business area for WEG, and so the opportunity to engage and network with senior personnel from the leading pump manufactures at this key event is very much appreciated. We were delighted to offer our support and look forward to building on our relationship with both the BPMA and Europump going forward. Congratulation on staging such a good event.”
The 2025 Europump Annual Meeting and General Assembly will be hosted by CPMA in Prague from 21st -23rd May. Full details on the event, including further information on the venue, travel arrangements, and the programme is available on the dedicated website – www.Europump2025.com.
Pump industry excellence is celebrated once again
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) returned to the famous St George’s Park in Staffordshire on 14th March for the staging of its 2024 Pump Industry Awards presentation evening. With a record number of submissions across the eight categories, this year’s awards programme produced some truly exceptional entries from right across the pump manufacturing and distribution arena.
The event again celebrated business and professional excellence throughout this key sector of industry. The guest speaker, England and British & Irish Lions rugby legend, Martin Bayfield, provided the after-dinner entertainment before helping to conduct the main awards ceremony.
Dale Croker, MD of KSB in the UK, and President of the BPMA opened the event and welcomed the 2024 Awards Finalists in direct acknowledgement their professional endeavour, product innovation, skills development, engineering prowess and overall service delivery. He went on to present a review of the work carried out by the BPMA on behalf of its members, emphasising the crucial role it plays in ensuring that the sector’s regulatory framework fully supports the delivery of enhanced operational efficiency, reduced energy consumption and environmentally sustainable solutions for pump operations the world over.
Charitable Donation
WaterAid is the chosen charity for this event, and a total of £1461.00 was raised on the night for WaterAid via both cash donations and the dedicated “JustGiving” page.
With sponsorship provided by a host of leading industry names, well deserved industry-wide acknowledgement was given to those businesses and individuals that have excelled in their professional endeavours.
Recognising significant achievements which took place in the period up to December 2023, the eight category winners were, as follows:
Product of the Year Sponsored by DFA Media Group CREST PUMPS – Assoma AVF-C Pump
Project of the Year Sponsored by AESSEAL KSB and Cornish Metals – South Crofty Tin Mine
Environmental Contribution of the Year Sponsored by SPP Pumps
BEDFORD PUMPS – Indonesia Flood Mitigation Project
Manufacturer of the Year Sponsored by WEG UK SPP PUMPS
Distributor of the Year Sponsored by Caprari & Calpeda ANGLO PUMPS
Supplier of the Year Sponsored by Wilo EMiR SOFTWARE
Contribution to Skills & Training Sponsored by Crest Pumps
JOHN CRANE – DISCOVER Graduate Engineers Program
Rising Star Award Sponsored by World Pumps
Ben Warren – SPP PUMPS
2025 Awards Programme
We are already seeking entries for the 2025 Awards Programme, the presentation ceremony for which will take place on Thursday 13th March. The online entry forms are available for completion on the website – www.pumpindustryawards.com
– with the entry deadline set for Friday 29th November 2024. The awards are free to enter and are open to any company –large or small – operating within the pump sector. ■
For further information on any aspect of the awards programme, please contact Event Director, Andrew Castle by email at andrew@touchwavemedia.co.uk or by phone on 07785 290034
BPMA Activity Highlights 2023/24
BPMA Golf Day 2024
Portal Golf & Spa Resort, 19th September 2024
Nestled just a short drive away from the picturesque village of Tarporley, the Portal Golf & Spa Resort stands as a beacon of excellence, boasting three of Cheshire’s premier golf courses. Situated amidst acres of verdant countryside, this resort has firmly established itself as a distinguished world-class golf venue, offering an unparalleled experience for enthusiasts and novices alike.
At the heart of Portal Golf & Spa Resort lies the 18-hole Championship Course, a masterpiece designed by the renowned architect Donald Steel and inaugurated in 1990. This course, rightfully crowned ‘Golf Course of the Year’ in 1995, stands as the crowning jewel in Portal’s golfing complex. Steel’s ingenuity is evident in the layout, featuring unique and distinctive holes that present golfers with a challenging yet rewarding experience. Expansive water hazards and cascading waterfalls add to the allure, creating a course that is as visually stunning as it is demanding.
One of the standout features of the Championship Course is the magnificent 7,037-yard layout, with each
hole contributing to the overall allure of the golfing complex. The third hole, in particular, commands attention with its remarkable 607 yards, presenting a true test of skill. A green guarded by a serene lake adds an element of finesse to this already formidable challenge.
For those familiar with BPMA Golf Days, the Portal Golf & Spa Resort promises an unforgettable experience. Whether used as a team-building exercise, a reward for dedicated staff, or a means to entertain clients, this date on the calendar should not be overlooked. The resort’s commitment to providing a fantastic experience extends beyond the golf course, offering a range of amenities and services to ensure that every visit is marked by excellence and satisfaction. So, mark your diaries, and prepare for an exceptional day of golfing at the Portal Golf & Spa Resort – where luxury, challenge, and natural beauty converge to create a truly worldclass experience. See Booking Form overleaf
Thank You to our 2023 Sponsors:
BPMA GOLF DAY
19th September 2024
THE PORTAL GOLF & SPA RESORT
Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, Cheshire CW6 0DU
The Championship Course
Opened in 1990, was named ‘Golf Course of the Year’ in 1995, and is the star of Portal’s golfing complex.
Designer Donald Steel has created a challenge that is characterised by unique and distinctive holes; expansive water hazards and cascading waterfalls are among the tests. The signature is typical of Steel's magnificent 7,037 yard layout – the long third tips the scales at 607 yards, with a green guarded by a beautiful lake.
Anyone who has attended a BPMA Golf day knows to expect a fantastic experience whether as a team building exercise or a way to reward staff or entertain clients, definitely a date for your diaries.
I/We would like to reserve places at the 2024 BPMA Golf Day
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Accommodation for the night before the event (18th September) at £129.00 is available but must be booked directly with the Hotel. A deposit may be required.
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18 Holes of Championship Golf
Special prizes:
Longest drive Nearest the Pin
Included are: Buggies
3 Course Prize Giving Dinner
Overnight
Accormnodation
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A Team consists of 4 players and you can enter more than one team
Teams of less than 4 players can be accommodated
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European Directives
INTERNAL MARKET
Machinery Directive (MR):
The European Commission announced in the last Expert Group meeting that the work on the updated guidelines for the Machinery Regulation will start in the summer of 2024. The Commission is currently prioritising the completion of the Standardisation Request (which is due in the first half of 2024) and the template for accidents’ data addressed to Member States which is supposed to be adopted by July 2024. On the citation of harmonised standards under the Machinery Directive and the Machinery Regulation, the Commission indicated that the first list under the Machinery Regulation is intended to be adopted by June 2026.
Outdoor Noise Directive (OND):
On 16 November, the European Commission adopted the revised Annex III of the Outdoor Noise Directive, updating the noise measurement standards for outdoor noise equipment. However, the Commission then communicated that, in the adopted text, some errors were identified. These relate to the transition period in Article 2 (the correct transition period is 12 months from the date of application, instead of 24), and some parts related to the explanatory note and recitals, which were corrected with a corrigendum. This was adopted by the Commission on 19 February, and published in all EU official languages in the Register of Commission documents shortly after that.
The text will now have to undergo scrutiny by the European Parliament and Council and will then be published by 19 April.
The Commission also communicated that guidelines for the application of the OND will also be reviewed before the revised Delegated Regulation applies. This will be done throughout 2024.
During the European Commission Noise Expert Group meeting that took place on 13 December, the Commission also clarified that there will be no full revision of the OND, at least under their current mandate. The next Commission will decide on the new work plan and whether or not to proceed with the full revision of the Directive in the coming years.
Directive on the rationalisation of reporting obligations (noise)
On 26 October, the European Commission published a new proposal for a Directive on the rationalisation of reporting obligations across different areas (food, patients’ rights in cross border healthcare, radio equipment and outdoor noise).
The objective of this legislative proposal is to reduce the unnecessary burden on manufacturers by, in the context of outdoor noise, removing Article 16 of the OND, which requires manufacturers to send a copy of the declaration of conformity (DoC) for the product to the Member States and to the Commission, through the database. To be clear, label requirements and the inclusion of noise data in the DoC will remain.
The text was adopted by the European Parliament in plenary session on 14 March, proposing no further changes compared to the original Commission proposal. The text will now pass to the Council for adoption.
Road Circulation:
After trilogue negotiations, on 21 February the co-legislators agreed on the text of the Regulation on the EU approval and market surveillance of Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM) circulating on public roads
On 15 March the text was endorsed by the EU countries in Coreper, the committee of the permanent representatives of the governments of the Member States to the European Union. The last remaining step before the publication in the EU Official Journal will be the formal adoption by the European Parliament’s plenary, which is planned for 24 April.
Key take-aways:
• Towed equipment is not covered by this Regulation, contrary to the Parliament’s initial position. Recitals explain that towed equipment should be covered by Regulation (EU) 2018/858, which regulates the type-approval of motor vehicles including their trailers. They also say that the Commission should address the need for establishing, under Regulation (EU) 2018/858, detailed technical requirements relating to the road safety of the specific category of towed machinery equipment, in so far as such equipment is not subject to such requirements under the existing rules.
• It is specified that NRMM that, in practice, is not intended to circulate on public roads is excluded from the scope of the Regulation.
• The Regulation should cover only NRMM that is placed on the Union market from the date of application of the Regulation and is either new NRMM produced by a manufacturer established in the Union or NRMM, whether new or second-hand, imported from a third country.
• The Regulation also applies to electric and hybrid NRMM.
• The definition of ‘non-road mobile machinery’ is the following: ‘non-road mobile machinery’ means any selfpropelled mobile machinery with a propulsion system, falling within the scope of Directive 2006/42/EC, that is designed and constructed with the purpose to perform work’.
• NRMM with a maximum design speed not exceeding 6 km/h does not fall under this Regulation.
• The threshold for NRMM to be considered as produced in small series was increased from 50 to 70 units per year and per Member State.
• The Regulation shall apply from 36 months from the date of entry into force.
• The European Commission shall adopt the Delegated Acts 24 months from the date of entry into force of this Regulation.
• Transitional provisions: Member States may apply any national legislation on national type approval of non-road mobile machinery for circulating on public roads to nonroad mobile machinery that is placed on the market between the date of application until 11 years from the date of entry into force of this Regulation. During this period, the manufacturer may choose whether to apply for EU type-approval, apply for EU individual approval, or to comply with relevant national legislation.
Construction Products Regulation (CPR):
• The provisional agreement struck by the European Parliament and the Council on 13 December was approved in the Internal Market Committee of the EP on 13 February, with 36 votes in favour, none against and one abstention. The agreed text will now be tabled for formal adoption by the European Parliament at its plenary sitting on 11 April. On the side of the Member States, on 2 February, the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) also analysed and confirmed the final compromise text. Once the EP votes on the final text in plenary, it is expected that the Council will also give the greenlight on the new regulation, after which the latter will be published in the EU Official Journal.
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Low Voltage Directive (LVD):
A Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2023/2723 on harmonised standards for electrical equipment drafted in support of Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU was published in the EU Official Journal on 13 December 2023.
EU Drinking Water Directive:
The Commission adopted minimum hygiene standards on 23 January 2024 for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water by means of three Implementing Decisions and three Delegated Regulations. They will apply from 31 December 2026 to materials and products used in new installations or when older ones are renovated or repaired. These standards will prevent microbial growth and reduce the risk of harmful substances leaching into drinking water. They will also apply to materials and products intended to be used in new installations for the abstraction, treatment, storage or distribution of water, or for repair works, including supply pipes, valves, pumps, water meters, fittings and taps. This will make water safer to drink and will reduce the administrative burden for companies that produce the relevant materials and products, as well as for national authorities. Products that comply with these EU standards will receive an EU declaration of conformity and an EU specific marking. The product can therefore be sold across the EU without any restrictions linked to possible public health or environmental concerns.
• The Commission carried out targeted consultations with stakeholders in the water sector during the drawing up of this Regulation. The Commission consulted Member States’ experts in meetings of the expert group on the implementation of the Drinking Water Directive. Considering the legal requirements on water intended for human consumption, Europump members agreed that the maintenance of EN 13951 which is Liquid pumps – Safety requirements – Agrifoodstuffs equipment; Design rules to ensure hygiene in use will have to be discussed in the future.
Critical raw materials:
On 18 March, the Council of the European Union (EU) gave its final approval on the agreement that was reached last year on the Critical Raw Materials Act, which establishes a framework to ensure a secure and sustainable supply of critical raw materials.
Now, the legislative act is considered officially adopted. After being signed by the President of the European Parliament and the President of the Council, the regulation will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force on the 20th day following its publication.
Permanent Magnets:
The EU is moving forward with new legislation to boost the recycling of rare earth contained in permanent magnets. The European Parliament voted on its position on the EU’s proposed Critical Raw Materials Act, which aims to bolster EU self-sufficiency in the minerals needed for the green and digital transitions. The draft legislation, which still needs to be agreed by EU member states before it becomes law, introduces aspirational targets for the extraction, processing, and recycling of key raw materials in Europe in a bid to reduce the EU’s reliance on imports from countries like China.
• New EU rules are spelt out in Article 27 of the draft regulation, which obliges manufacturers to disclose information about “the weight, location and chemical composition of all individual permanent magnets” included in their products and provide instructions on how to access and remove them.
• Article 28, meanwhile, requires manufacturers to “make publicly available on a free access website the share of materials contained in their products so that those materials can be collected and recycled.
• These rules should be adopted “no later than 31 December 2031.”
Artificial Intelligence:
On 13 March, the European Parliament greenlighted the Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA) text with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions.
The text still needs some work from the lawyer-linguists. The AIA will be back on the European Parliament plenary on 22 April for a ‘corrigendum procedure’, which means that any final technical changes will be officially added to the text. There will be no more voting at that stage. The Council will then have to formally adopt the text before the regulation can be published in the EU Official Journal.
The AIA will enter into force 20 days after it is published in the EU Official Journal, and will be fully implemented 24 months after it becomes effective, except for: prohibitions on banned practices, which will apply six months after the effective date; codes of practice (9 months after the effective date); generalpurpose AI rules including governance (12 months after the effective date); and requirements for high-risk AI systems (36 months after the effective date).
Artificial Intelligence Liability Directive:
In the European Parliament and Council, the European Commission’s proposal for an Artificial Intelligence Liability Directive (AILD) had been stalled for more than a year, because of its interlink with the AIA. Now that the AIA has been finalised, the AILD has been put back on the agenda of the Working Party on Civil Law Matters by the Belgian Presidency. A discussion is likely to take place in May.
In the European Parliament, discussions on the AILD are likely to resume in the next parliamentary term.
Cyber Resilience Act:
On 12 March, the European Parliament greenlighted the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) text with 517 votes in favour, 12 against and 78 abstentions.
The text still needs to be reviewed by the lawyer-linguists. The text will therefore have to undergo a ‘corrigendum procedure’, meaning that the text will be again on the agenda of the Parliament plenary in order to formally include any final technical changes. In this case, this will happen only after the European elections, with the new Parliament. No vote is expected at that point. Only after this step will the text be sent to the Council for formal adoption before the regulation can be published in the EU Official Journal.
Data Act:
On 22 December, the EU Regulation establishing harmonised rules on fair access and use of industrial data (the Data Act) was published in the Official Journal of the EU
The Data Act entered into force on the 20th day following its publication, specifically on 12 January 2024, marking the onset of a 20-month transition period before the new Regulation becomes fully mandatory.
While the application date is fixed for 12 September 2025, the design and manufacturing requirements for simplified data access under Article 3(1) will be applicable to new connected products and related services placed on the market 32 months after the entry into force. Consequently, these obligations will start a year later, from 12 September 2026. Manufacturers of connected products will have until then to complete the necessary adaptations to ensure compliance with the new set of data sharing requirements.
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Radio Equipment Directive (RED):
The second meeting of the group dealing with the revision of the RED Guide, coordinated by the AdCO RED Chair, took place on 8 February. The meeting focused on the preliminary input of stakeholders on possible changes to the RED Guide. Most stakeholder comments tabled were editorial updates to references of the Blue Guide as well as other guidance documents and directives/regulations. Other comments simply called for further clarification. In summary, the main points of discussion were the following:
• The group will work on clarifications regarding the use of harmonised standards with restrictions. The aim is that it should be up to the manufacturer to make a first assessment if the restriction affects the radio product, i.e. no need to contact a Notified Body.
• The requirement to have the CE-mark visible was discussed. Today there is some guidance on having CEmarking under a battery, which will be further worked on. The outcome may be different if the product is provided to the customer with the battery in the product or with the battery separately.
• There were some discussions regarding risk assessment and technical file updates.
The next meeting is planned for end of April (26 April, tentatively). It is expected that a draft revised RED Guide will be made available for comments by the end of March, so that the feedback received can be discussed and reviewed during the meeting.
Standardisation Policy:
On 2 February, the European Commission published its Annual Union Work Programme on European Standardisation (AUWP) 2024 setting out its priorities in standardisation-related activities. This document includes 72 actions, 8 of which are identified as policy priorities, notably standards for activities on quantum, critical raw materials, the data economy, digital identity, heat pumps, cybersecurity, hydrogen and electric vehicles charging infrastructure.
Product Liability Directive:
The political agreement on the revised Product Liability Directive reached on 14 December was formally approved by the European Parliament in plenary, on 12 March. The Council also needs to formally adopt the agreed text, before the new Directive is published in the EU Official Journal. The new rules of liability for defective products will apply 24 months after the entry into force of the new directive.
MARKET ACCESS
Dual-use items:
The European Union, in cooperation with the US, UK and Japan, has published an updated common list of high priority ‘battlefield’ items. It lists specific prohibited dual-use goods and advanced technology items critical to the development, production, or use of Russian military systems. This helps exporters increase their compliance with export restrictions and help customs and enforcement agencies fight circumvention.
This latest update adds Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools to the list. These are tools Russia tries to procure to manufacture weapons; they are covered by five different HS (customs) codes, which takes the total number of codes covered in the priority list to 50.
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM):
On 1 October 2023, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) entered into application in its transitional phase, with the first reporting period for importers ending on 31 January 2024.
As a reminder, the CBAM is the European Union’s tool to put a fair price on the carbon emitted during the production of carbon intensive goods that are entering the EU, and to encourage cleaner industrial production in non-EU countries.
World Trade Organisation (WTO):
EU to decide on steel safeguard extension:
The Commission has initiated an investigation to assess whether the safeguard measure currently in place for imports of certain steel products should be prolonged beyond 30 June 2024.
The initiation follows a substantiated request received from fourteen EU Member States. The Commission will determine whether the safeguard measure continues to be necessary to prevent or remedy serious injury to the EU steel industry, and whether the industry is adjusting. The Commission will also actively reach out to steel users in the EU to assess whether any potential prolongation of the measure would be in the overall interest of the Union.
Under WTO rules a safeguard can only be in place for a maximum duration of 8 years – in the case of the EU steel safeguard that is 30 June 2026, therefore a potential prolongation could be for a maximum of two additional years.
ENVIRONMENT
REACH:
Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)
Calls for comments and evidence
ECHA has launched two consultations on its proposals to identify two substances of very high concern (SVHC):
• Triphenyl phosphate (EC Number: 204-112-2, CAS Number: 115-86-6). Used in adhesives, sealants, and coating products. Deadline for inputs: 15 April 2024.
• Bis (α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide (EC Number: 201-279-3, CAS Number 80-43-3). Used in the manufacturing of plastic products, chemicals, rubber products, and wood products. Deadline for inputs: 15 April 2024.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS):
On 13 March, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) issued a press release summarising the next steps of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) and Socio-Economic Assessment Committee (SEAC) on the evaluation of the restriction proposal on the use and placement on the market of PFAS substances.
The announcement states that the screening of stakeholders’ submissions to the consultation is progressing. The ECHA also confirmed that the five national authorities who submitted the restriction proposal (Germany, Denmark, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden) are updating their original report to address the comments from stakeholders. The Agency has not provided any indication of the extent and subject of the modification. The reviewed report will serve as a basis for the development of the committees’ opinions.
The ECHA has also set out a tentative calendar for the sectors affected by the potential restriction that will be discussed in the forthcoming meetings, in line with the sector-by-sector approach previously announced. The tentative agenda includes a discussion on metal plating and manufacture of metal
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products in July, and three different sectors to be touched upon in September meetings: textiles, upholstery, leather, apparel, carpets (TULAC); food contact materials and packaging; and petroleum and mining.
RoHS Directive:
On 7 December 2023, the European Commission published three legislative proposals under the “One Substance, One Assessment” package. The wider purpose of this package is to simplify and streamline the regulatory processes on data collection and management of chemicals, including by reforming the roles of the EU agencies. One of the proposal that have been presented is the Directive proposal on the reattribution of scientific and technical tasks to ECHA with the purpose of making targeted amendments to RoHs Directive to change the legal basis for the exemptions-related procedures to the framework of the REACH Regulation and assign to ECHA the responsibility for granting, renewing, or revoking an exemption. The Directive proposal would also amend the articles regulating the review of the list of the restricted substances laid down in Annex II of the REACH Regulation, establishing that the review should be based on ECHA’s restriction dossiers.
The Commission has launched a call for evidence, open to stakeholders’ feedback, from 8 December 2023 to 3 April 2024. At legislative level, the file has been assigned to the European Parliament’s Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI), which held an exchange of views on 19 March.
WEEE Directive:
The targeted revision of the Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), published by the European Commission in February 2023, is being finalised as institutions reached the final legislative stage. Following a provisional agreement during the first trilogue on the file on 21 November, the European Parliament adopted in plenary its position with 628 votes in favour, 3 abstentions, and 6 against at the sitting of 6 February. On 4 March, the Energy Council ratified the provisional agreement. The Directive proposal is now awaiting publication in the Official Journal of the European Union, to be followed by its entry into force.
The purpose of the Directive revision is to implement the verdict Case C-181/20 of 25 January 2022, where the Court of Justice of the European Union ruled unjustified the retroactive application of extended producer responsibility to waste from photovoltaic panels placed on the market between 13 August 2005 and 13 August 2012. In the judgment, the Court declared some parts of the WEEE Directive to be partially invalid owing to non-justified retroactive effects.
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation:
The final text of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) that was preliminarily agreed upon by the European Parliament and Council will be subject to final approval by the Parliament’s plenary on 25 April. This step will be followed shortly after by its final adoption by the Council, possibly in May 2024, which will conclude the legislative procedure and the text will then be subject to translation and publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The entry in force of the ESPR and the establishment of the Ecodesign Forum are expected in June or July 2024. This would allow the first Forum meeting to take place in late 2024 and the first ESPR Working Plan to be adopted around March 2025.
Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR):
On 4 March, the European Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). As a reminder, the proposal aims to reduce the generation of packaging waste, promote a circular economy for packaging in a cost-efficient way and harmonise packaging rules across the EU.
The agreed upon version of the text maintains the general packaging reduction targets proposed by the European Commission and the bans on the sale of very lightweight plastic carrier bags and the use of certain single-use packaging formats. All packaging in the EU should also be made recyclable by 2030, and proposes targets and criteria for biobased plastics that need to be assessed by the end of 2027.
The co-legislators agreed upon re-use and re-fill targets and obligations by 2040 that depend on the type of packaging, some of which, such as transport and cardboard packaging, receive degrees of derogations. Among the other measures, there is also a restriction on certain packaging formats, and provisions on substances of concern.
As final steps, the Parliament’s plenary will approve the agreement on 24 April, which should be shortly followed by the Council’s approval.
Green Deal:
It’s a very big ambitious project. The European Union’s (EU) Green Deal is the EU’s main new growth strategy to transition the EU economy to a sustainable economic model. Presented in December 2019, the overarching objective of the EU Green Deal is for the EU to become the first climate neutral continent by 2050, resulting in a cleaner environment, more affordable energy, smarter transport, new jobs and an overall better quality of life. There are several funding mechanisms in place to facilitate the EU Green Deal, totalling over €1 trillion.
Empowering consumers for the green transition:
After the European Parliament and Council of the EU formally endorsed the agreed upon text on the initiative, the respective directive was published in the Official Journal of the European Union on 6 March 2024.
It will enter into force on 26 March 2024, on the 20th day following its publication.
Common rules promoting the repair of goods (right to repair):
On 1 February, the European Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on the Common Rules Promoting the Repair of Goods Directive proposal.
This agreed upon text requires companies to favour repairs over replacements of broken devices during the two-year EU legal guarantee period, if consumers request it. Their right to choose replacement remains. The new right to repair will only apply to products for which repair requirements exist under the EU Law, namely Ecodesign.
Manufacturers shall also be obliged to provide information such as indicative prices concerning spare parts on their websites, make them available to all parties in the repair sector at a reasonable price, and forbid practices that prevent the use of second-hand or 3D printed spare parts by independent repairers.
The co-legislators also agreed upon an additional one-year extension of the legal guarantee for repaired goods, which may be further prolonged by Member States.
For more details on the remaining provisions, please check the press releases of the Parliament and the Council.
As final steps, the European Parliament plenary will formally adopt the agreement on the text on 22 April, to be followed shortly after by approval from the Council of the EU.
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Substantiating environmental claims:
On 12 March, the European Parliament adopted its negotiating position on the Green Claims Directive. As a reminder, it will oblige companies to submit evidence about their environmental marketing claims, which will need to be preapproved by assigned verifiers assigned by the EU Member States.
Some of the main elements that they wish to introduce to the European Commission’s legislative proposal include making any new environmental marketing claims, such as “biodegradable” or “less polluting” to be verified before their use and that simpler types of claims should benefit from easier or faster verification. Penalties include exclusion from procurement processes, confiscation of revenues, and a fine of at least 4% of annual turnover. Micro enterprises will be exempted, and SMEs would have an extra year to reach compliance. The Parliament also decided that green claims about products containing hazardous substances should remain possible for now, but that the Commission should assess in the near future whether they should be banned entirely.
Because the Council of the EU cannot produce their general position in time for the upcoming EU elections, the file will be completed under the next legislature. This means that the European Parliament will need to re-vote their position in Q3 2024.
Industrial Emissions Directive (IED):
The full European Parliament adopted the provisional political agreement from trilogues on the Directive proposal in the 12 March plenary session, with 393 votes in favour, 173 against and 49 abstentions. The adopted text provides for national competent authorities to set emission limit values at the strictest achievable level for the specific installation, considering the entire range of the emission levels associated with the best available techniques. Binding Environmental Performance Limit Values (EPLVs), already established in the trilogue agreement, extend EPLV ranges for all energy resources, including water and waste resources previously omitted. The scope has also been officially extended to the extractive industry, where projects need to be aligned to the 2030 benchmarks and permit granting process under the Critical Raw Materials Act. The Commission would also be empowered to review the need to control emissions from onshore and offshore exploration, from production of mineral oil and gas, and from the on-site treatment and extraction of non-energy industrial minerals used in industry other than for construction. The scope of activities as listed in Annex I also adds hydrogen, except when produced by electrolysis of water, and large installations manufacturing batteries (other than exclusively assembling) where the threshold has been amended to a production capacity of 15,000 tonnes of battery cells or more per year. The text also introduces the obligation for the Member States to establish an Electronic Permit System (e-permit) by 2035.
The file needs to be adopted by the Council and then signed before being published in the Official Journal of the EU.
Battery Policies:
The European Commission is currently working towards the implementation of the secondary legislation envisaged under the Battery Regulation. The Joint Research Centre (JRC) has organised a series of meetings open to stakeholders’ to collect initial feedback in support of the Delegated Act Act for performance and durability minimum requirements for rechargeable industrial batteries, the Delegated Act on the
Carbon Footprint Rules for industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage (CFB-IND), and an Implementing Act for the reporting format for carbon footprint declaration for all batteries in scope. The Commission’s consultation on the Implementing Act is expected to open during the first quarter of 2024.
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Another working group within Europump, A description of the aspects and impacts of a product, system, or service over its entire life, from raw material extraction, through manufacturing and use, to end-of-life disposal or recycling. To date, manufacturers are not obliged (mandatory by law) to provide EPDs. But the market increasingly regulates the use of EPDs in various applications itself. The first step in creating an EPD is defining the product, using the appropriate Product Category Rules (PCR). PCRs are specific rules and requirements verified by an independent, third-party panel. A (LCI) Life Cycle Inventory for the (LCA) Life Cycle Assessment must be verified and from reliable sources (for example, from a manufacturing facility). A (LCIA) Life Cycle Environmental Impact Analysis is performed by an LCA expert using software and a variety of assessment tools. The EPD Environmental product declaration is delivered as a document or report following a series of verification reviews; it is then ready for registration and publication.
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Energy Performance of Buildings (EPBD):
On 12 March 2024, the European Parliament adopted in plenary the text resulting from trilogues of the Directive recast on the energy performance of buildings. The proposal was approved with 370 votes in favour, 199 against, and 46 abstentions. The adopted text maintains the key targets and provisions as voted by the lead Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) on15 January. These include the goal of renovating all buildings to make them zero-emissions by 2050, an end to subsidies for standalone boilers that run on fossil fuels as of 1 January 2025 and a total phase out by 2040, and the target for residential buildings to achieve a 16% reduction in average primary energy use by 2030, with a minimum 20% reduction by 2035. A few exemptions, under strict conditions, may apply to both residential and nonresidential buildings, including historical and agricultural buildings and holiday homes.
To become law, the file needs to be adopted by the Council and then published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
European Sustainable Product Regulation (ESPR): Will be done by dedicated delegated acts with 18 months application period (in justified cases even less). COM can issue implementing acts for (PPC), Public Procurement contracts. First working plan, Priority product groups: iron, steel, aluminium; textiles, notably garments and footwear; furniture, including mattresses; tyres; detergents; paints; lubricants; chemicals; energy related products, will absorb the current EDEL work plan. Will be adopted by end of 2025. When providing the instructions in a digital format, the manufacturer shall, among others, make them accessible online during the expected lifetime of the product and for at least 10 years after the placing on the market of the product. Digital Product Passports (DPP) are a tool for collecting and sharing product data throughout its entire lifecycle used to illustrate a product’s sustainability, environmental and recyclability attributes. DPP or Digital Product Passport. Timeline plan: as is with the first Digital Product Passport is estimated 2027.
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Ecodesign Directive – Update on Lots / implementing measures:
ENER Lot 1 & 2: Space heaters and water heaters: the publication of the draft measure proposals is expected in Q3 2024, which will be followed by a four week feedback period. The Commission is scheduled to adopt the proposal before Christmas 2024.
ENER Lot 6: Ventilation units: the European Commission launched a follow-up study with the consultants from ICF to support its technical expertise for revision of the respective Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 1253/2014 and Regulation (EU) 1254/2014. This follow-up study will continue the review of the aforementioned two Regulations, respond to feedback received at and following the Consultation Forum in March 2021, and provide updated draft revised regulations, and input for the accompanying impact assessment.
ENER Lot 10: Air-to-air heat pumps and air conditioners: the final proposal is expected to be adopted in Q4 2024.
ENER Lot 11: Fans and circulators: Expected to be adopted in Q2-3 2024
ENER Lot 21: Air conditioners and comfort chillers: a call for evidence will be launched soon. The first interim report on the evaluation study is expected in June 2024. A Consultation Forum is expected in Q2/Q3 2024. The working document with the first draft of the potential legal text is expected in October 2024 and a second interim report should be presented in February 2025. The final draft Impact Assessment report should be approved in June 2025. Commission adoption of the proposal is expected in Q4 2025.
Ecodesign Directive: Europump responded on a proposal on spare parts foreseen as amendment in the revised text of the water pump regulation. This took place end of November 2023. Yet unconfirmed – The revision will be published under Ecodesign; Regulatory Committee planned from EC side by end of November/beginning of December 2024. 18/24 month to mandatory application. Another approach to speed up with the implementation of the (EPA) Extended product approach is a voluntary marking of the EEI on the nameplate – Standards Commission is going to clarify the legal options not harming any compliance obligations. Another approach to speed up with the implementation of the EPA is a voluntary marking of the EEI on the nameplate.
Decarbon
Revision of EU Emissions Trading Scheme:
As a follow-up to the revision of the Emissions Trading System (ETS) Directive, which aimed to align it with the new EU target set in the European Climate Law, the European Commission needs to update several regulatory acts in order to ensure the uniform implementation of the ETS across the EU.
One of the elements that need to be revised is the Verification and Accreditation Regulation, on which the Commission published its revision proposal. It is open for feedback until 15 April.
F-gases:
The Revised F-gas Regulation has been published in the Official Journal and entered into force 20 days after, as of 11 March 2024. The agreement resulting from trilogues had previously been adopted by the Parliament in plenary on 16 January and by the Council on 29 January with two abstentions (Czech Republic and Italy) and one vote against (Hungary).
The Regulation delivers on the targets of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol by restricting or banning the production, trade, placing on the market, and use of FGases, alone and in mixtures. The various F-gases in scope are divided into groups on the basis of their global warming potential and their industrial application. The Annexes to the Regulation lay down different phase-out targets according to the above-mentioned characteristics, with limited exemptions. The Regulation additionally introduces an HFC quota to be sold for €3 per metric ton of CO2 equivalent with a view to the full phase-out of HFCs by 2050.
Ozone Depleting Substances:
The Regulation on substances that deplete the ozone layer (ODS) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, becoming a law applicable to all Member States.
The text now in force bans the production, sale, use, imports, and exports, and supply of ODS in scope, as well as their nonrefillable containers. Strict exemptions are foreseen for the use of ODS as feedstock (to produce other substances, for example in the pharmaceutical or chemical industry), as process agents, in laboratories and for fire protection in special applications such as military equipment and aircraft. In order to improve control and monitoring of ODS and reduce potential adverse environmental and health impacts, the rules related to the prevention of unintentional release, leak repairs, and recovery, recycling and destruction are also be extended to all ODS covered by the EU legislation, including those not covered by the Montreal Protocol. ■
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Prevents ice from forming in heat pump systems, avoiding potential damage to the heat pump and to the pipes
New Products and Innovations
Trident is a compact tank and booster pump system prioritising space, efficiency, and serviceability. Pumps can be removed without accessing or draining the tank, reducing downtime and water wastage. Watercooled variable speed drives ensure efficiency and quiet operation. The clear door provides visibility and protection for internal components. Most Trident units fit through standard UK doorways, and all offer flexible outlet configurations. Tanks feature Category 4 back-flow prevention, with an option to upgrade to Category 5. Additionally, all models include a flow-through vessel, dry run protection, and BMS output for safety and monitoring, providing a comprehensive solution. Full range available. ■
Vogelsang Ltd
Vogelsang, has launched the HiCone, a progressive cavity pump that enables precise form readjustments. As a result, the HiCone maintains consistently high levels of conveying capacity and energy efficiency, with long service life.
The HiCone is designed for applications in wastewater, biogas and various other industries to dramatically reduce the number of replacement parts and maintenance hours.
With the conical rotor-stator geometry, if a gap occurs between the rotor and stator as a result of wear, it can be compensated for during ongoing operation. The rotor is adjusted axially.
The size of the conveying chambers, the conveying capacity and the efficiency are the same as at the time of delivery, ensuring constant conveying capacity with high efficiency. Instead of costly, time-consuming parts replacement, the HiCone can be simply and quickly readjusted, increasing its service life many times over.
The smart adjustment system allows the HiCone to be individually adapted to the respective operating parameters, such as pressure and temperature, by optimally positioning the rotor and stator in relation to each other. ■
ABB achieves world first with liquid-cooled IE5 SynRM motor that sets the benchmark for energy efficiency and high power output
• New design combines the ultra-premium efficiency of SynRM motors with high performance from liquid cooling previously offered only by induction motors
• IE5 SynRM Liquid-cooled motors are ideally suited for applications where high power output in a compact footprint is a critical factor
• IE5 efficiency and excellent reliability optimize the total cost of ownership (TCO) through lower energy consumption and reduced operating and maintenance costs
ABB has achieved another world first for its IE5 SynRM (synchronous reluctance motor) series with the launch of a new version that combines the benefits of ultra-premium energy efficiency with highly effective liquid cooling. The new design sets a new benchmark for high power output and reliability in a compact footprint. ■
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G.M.Treble Ltd
New Products and Innovations
Crest Pumps Ltd
AVF-C Maximise efficiency, Minimise emissions.
The AVF-C is built to save you energy – with the highest motor efficiency (IE5 & GB1 equivalent), highest pump efficiency (Minimum Efficiency Index, MEI >0.7), and variable frequency drive – meaning the smallest carbon emissions chemical pump you will ever own.
Canned motor pumps integrate the design of the electric motor and magnetic drive pumps into one. The stator of the motor directly drives the inner magnet of the pump, eliminating the motor rotor and the drive magnet. Like the magnetic drive pump, the magnetic flux between the stator and the inner magnet passes through the containment shell, allowing the pump to be hermetically sealed for leak-free operation. ■
Salamander Pumps
T-T Pumps Limited
Last year, T-T extended their BBA approved Planet Range of package pumping stations with the addition of two new models, the Pluto Maxi and the Pluto Maxi Plus.
These chambers range from 1.3m – 2m deep and are ideal for final effluent treatment plants, smaller foul and surface water applications, basement conversions and cavity wall drainage.
The Pluto Maxi and Pluto Maxi Plus are made from robust virgin grade polyethylene and supplied as a complete automatic waste management solution, pre-fitted with a submersible pump, internal ABS pipework, heavy-duty hose, nonreturn valve and level control for swift and easy installation. ■
Salamander Pumps has launched TankBoost, an easy to install, single unit solution to ensure water performance remains at optimum levels even in large, multistorey homes.
TankBoost will deliver flow rates up to 80L/min and pressures up to 3.0 Bar, ideal where showers, taps, toilets and more are being used at the same time.
TankBoost combines a cold water storage tank and integral, high-quality stainless-steel pump submerged within the tank, making it extremely quiet throughout operation.
TankBoost has been designed to meet the water pressure and flow needs of domestic and light commercial installations, with four tank sizes available ranging from 100L to 450L.
TankBoost will overcome insufficient water pressure and flow in combi or unvented systems. It delivers high flow and pressure, ensuring powerful showers, strong flowing taps and quick toilet cistern replenishment. ■
Rapid Solutions (International) Ltd
Rapid Solutions is the trusted partner for pump maintenance in the Caspian and Central Asian region for the oil and gas industry. They provide inspection, overhaul, and repair services to major Operators and other leading oil and gas companies. With over 20 years of experience and expertise in the field, they offer a comprehensive range of services, including inspection, overhaul, and repair of various types of pumps, such as centrifugal, reciprocating, rotary, and positive displacement pumps. They have a team of British Pump Manufacturer (BPMA) trained and qualified Engineers, who use our certified facility to deliver high-quality results.
One of the key advantages of Rapid Solutions is their reverse engineering capabilities and can design and manufacture custom-made parts and components for pumps that are obsolete, discontinued, or hard to find.
They can handle any pump maintenance project, regardless of the size, complexity, or location. They offer competitive pricing, fast turnaround, field services, and 24/7 support. ■
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BPMA Activity Highlights 2023/24
SITUATION AS AT 29th February 2024
Pumps and Pump units for Liquid – Common Safety Requirements
CEN/TC 197 WG7 has started by comparing the existing EN 809 towards the drafts of the Machinery regulation – step by step as its content were published. Now with the final draft agreed by the EU Parliament an initial Working Draft will be drafted – containing comments, results of our WG sessions and remarks acceding to the horizontal legislation to be taken into account. The target is to finalize the standard Q1/2026 to have a tool on hand for the conformity assessment procedure.
3/2 pr EN17038 Part 3 Testing & Calculation of Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) of Multiple Pump units (Booster sets)
3/3 pr EN17038 Part 4 Testing & Calculation of Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) of Multiple stage submersible Pump units (Borehole)
work item proposal “Pumps – Specification for Gland Packings manufactured from Yarns and Ribbons” from the European Sealing Association (ESA)
Submitted to CCMC for CEN enquiry, next stage translation & enquiry. Standard has been ratified in Oct 2023.
Draft paper out, out for comments.
Started Aug 2023, work now on going: WG working on a draft.
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BPMA Representation on External Committees
Chairman Delegates
Pumps Safety 6/-/1
Dimension and Technical Specification of Rotodynamic Pumps MCE/6/2
Pump Testing MCE/6/3
Pump Seals MC/6/4
Dimension and Specification PD Pumps MCE/6/6
Electrical Safety CPL 61-01
Steel Castings ISE/6
Drinking Water TC164
Waste Water B/505/21
Vibration of Machines GME/021/05
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Pumps ISO TC115
Pump Dimension and Technical Specifications ISO TC115/SC1
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The World Market
Economic data have proven to be slightly stronger than anticipated in our last report especially considering the aggressive central bank rate hikes over the last two years, leading to a soft landing for the global economy.
However, growth remains weak even by the standards of the 2010s, as a consequence of monetary and fiscal policy tightening still filtering through the economy. Moreover, geopolitical uncertainty related to the war in Ukraine, conflicts in the Middle East, and China-Taiwan tensions represent downside risks to inflation, trade, investment, and economic activity more broadly.
The pumps market, reported in value terms in this report, has been inflated by higher prices. However, the producer prices increase last year, especially in Europe, has turned out to be much more benign than anticipated.
Activity in pump-consuming sectors is set to pick up slowly this year. Global industry has been hard hit in 2023, especially in
Europe and the US. Weaker disposable incomes and tight monetary policy have dented consumption and investment in goods sectors. A gradual reduction in interest rates will benefit capex-sensitive sectors, but transmission lags mean the positive effects will be felt more in 2025. The construction sector is likely to lag behind manufacturing this year, especially in the residential sector. Financial issues for property developers in China and high mortgage rates in the developed world will constrain activity.
Overall, Oxford Economics sees global pump consumption (excluding parts) growing at 2.5% this year, and 4.0% in 2025.
Source: Oxford Economics
Source: Oxford Economics
Source: Oxford Economics
Motors for Pumps – The Considerations
Motors for Pumps – The Considerations
By: Keith Gale of Lafert Electric Motors Ltd
When selecting the best electric motor (dry end) for pumps (wet end), ideally manufacturers and end users are looking for a combination that delivers the optimum performance. However, power output from the motor is not the only feature to be considered.
Of course, power is a key factor, and the generalised view is to get maximum motor efficiency it should be operating somewhere between 80-90% of its given kW rating. There are two reasons for this. One is the fact motors operate at their highest efficiency at this level of power output. Secondly, this gives head room or capacity for variable overloads.
In many ways this is like cars which are designed to operate at their highest efficiency at, for example, 56mph. When this speed is exceeded, the result is more fuel consumed and when going slower the engine runs less efficiently, less fuel used but not optimised for the speed.
Technology has moved on, synchronous motors historically were only considered for Servo motor applications, now they can be used for continuous operation, such as pumps. The question is what type of motor would best be suited –asynchronous or synchronous?
With 3-phase asynchronous motors, known as squirrel cage induction motors, the principle determining factors are size, weight and efficiency once you have selected the correct speed and mounting for the application. If none of these are an issue, then an IE3 compliant selection is a sound option, as below 75kW they still meet with the current Ecodesign regulations. But if size, weight or efficiency is a concern, then permanent magnet synchronous options should be explored because while future proofing for and further improved efficiency standards, they can in some instances, reduce both weight and frame size by up to 50%. In addition, it enhances the pump’s “green” credentials for marketing.
The available electrical supply is another major factor. Singlephase asynchronous motors now, for the first time, in most cases, must comply with IE2 efficiency regulations from July 2023. Consequently, a simple straight replacement for product upgrades might not be the best option.
In this situation, it could be the ideal opportunity to review the duties of the machine in question and re-evaluate its performance and capabilities. Factors in this equation might include more precise speed (variable/constant) weight, and, increasingly important, efficiency. Some of the questions that could be asked would be:
• What is the duty of the application
• Do I really need single phase or would 3-phase now be an option
• Instead of just switched on or off is there any benefit in this application to use a drive (VSD) to close the control loop, either to automatically vary the speed and/or stopping the system in a standby mode
• Or could a single phase in three phase out drive be considered so that a three phase motor could be used
With the answers to these questions, it might be that just because there is a single-phase motor that has been used for long time in an application that this may not be the only way today!
Here too, there are various options to choose from with different configurations and levels of sophistication, but all offer significant gains in operating costs. In many instances exceeding current efficiency requirements right up to IE4 and IE5 by using PM technology with a single-phase input drive. Further, their torque and high efficiency is delivered across higher percentage of the speed range. As a result, they offer performance characteristics suitable for both variable torque/speed duties and constant torque applications and live up to their name of High Performance motors – HPS for standalone or HPI, a HP with fully integrated (on-board) electronics.
All synchronous permanent magnet motors require an inverter to operate, to start and control operation. Different motor/drive packages are available comprising, for example, a motor and any standard compatible drive, a motor with a drive fully-configured factory optimised to run the motor efficiently in all conditions, alternatively a fully integrated motor and drive built as a single unit.
When the motor and drive are designed as a matched pair, they typically provide a plug-and-play solution facilitating setup and enabling systems to get up and running quickly, whilst permitting fine tuning for maximum system performance and optimised protection of the motor with one supplier for any support requirements.
Another potential option is a fully integral package of motor and drive supplied as a single unit. It offers all the same performance benefits of the permanent magnet motor (high efficiency and compact size) and optimized drive plus the advantages of easy and simplified commissioning, reduced EMC concerns, with no tricky cable runs between drive and motor for better cable management, and smaller or eliminated control cabinets.
Apart from motor performance, there might be other considerations, such as the application environment and location where the pump might be installed.
For example, it might be for a hygiene sensitive application, involving food or pharmaceuticals. In which case maybe a smooth bodied stainless-steel motor could be the ideal solution. Such motors are available as IP66/IP69K units offering easy to clean, hose-down resilient enabling clean-inplace benefits, avoiding machine dismantling, saving engineering time and loss of production. Many stainless motor options exceed IE4 efficiency. To complete the package there are even IP66 wash-down compatible inverters with built-in displays and potentiometers for feedback and speed control. ■
For more information, Phone: 01270 270022. Email: luk.info@shi-g.com
Smarter Pumps, Brighter Future: How Intelligent Technology Optimizes Energy Consumption
Smarter Pumps, Brighter Future: How Intelligent Technology Optimizes Energy Consumption
By: Daniel Sykes of Grundfos Pumps Ltd
Pumps are an essential part of domestic, commercial, and industrial applications. They also account for 25% of all electricity consumed by industrial electric motors. However, new energy-efficient and intelligentconnected pump solutions offer significant benefits, including reducing energy consumption, cost savings, optimised systems, reduced need for service and maintenance, reduced carbon emissions, and contributing to the decarbonisation of the planet.
Data Based Energy Optimisation?
A transformative approach in the management of pump systems is data-based energy optimization. By harnessing the power of data analytics, it is possible to continuously monitor and adjust pump operations for peak efficiency. This real-time optimization not only ensures that energy consumption is kept to a minimum but also enhances the longevity and performance of the pump systems. As a result, this intelligent use of data is a cornerstone in achieving energy conservation and operational excellence in various applications.
Energy-efficient pumps are designed to reduce overall energy consumption by as much as 60%, helping save money, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and protect the environment. In combination with correctly sized intelligentconnected pumps, advanced sensors work with software algorithms to optimise the system based on real-time data. This results in energy savings in situations where the pump is needed less to achieve the same or better results.
For domestic applications, energy-efficient pumps are ideal for use in HVAC systems, reducing energy consumption by as much as 75% compared to traditional pumps. Energy-efficient pumps also provide cost savings and reduced energy bills for property owners towards the decarbonisation of the planet.
For commercial and industrial applications, intelligent-connected pumps reduce energy consumption by as much as 60%. For example, in manufacturing, intelligent pump solutions can detect and optimise the system, improving production efficiency. In water treatment industries, energy-efficient pumps help to address water scarcity, lowering energy costs for municipality companies.
A brighter future
Lowering energy costs gives companies a financial advantage, which allows them to invest in other areas of their business. In addition, energy-efficient pumps are designed to last longer, reducing the frequency of replacements and saving on maintenance costs. Intelligent-connected pumps monitor maintenance remotely, identifying potential issues before they become significant problems. Predictive maintenance extends the equipment’s life, reduces energy consumption, and reduces maintenance costs.
Energy-efficient pumps also contribute to the global effort to decarbonise the planet. By reducing carbon emissions, energy-efficient pumps play a vital role in building a cleaner, more sustainable future. In combination with IoT technology used in intelligent-connected pumps, the need for human intervention is reduced, allowing for a seamless and efficient optimisation of the system.
Overall, energy-efficient and intelligent-connected pump solutions are essential for reducing energy consumption, increased cost savings, and optimising systems. They provide a reduced need for service and maintenance, reduced carbon emissions, and contribute to the decarbonisation of the planet. By investing in these innovative solutions, businesses can reduce costs, extend pump life, contribute to sustainability goals and embrace the benefits of a cleaner, more sustainable future. ■
i Grundfos calculation based on data from “European Commission, 2018. Ecodesign Pump Review” report and EEA, 2020. https://www.eceee.org/static/media/uploads/site2/ecodesign/products/Electric%20pumps%20ENER%20Lot%2011/re view_study_on_water_pumps_-_december_2018.pdf
ii Grundfos calculations based on product information: Old UPS (CC curve): 358,9 kWh/y – ALPHA2 AUTOADAPT 56,7 kWh/y
iii “Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I finds 40-60% energy savings in pump system retrofits” https://www.grundfos.com/ie/aboutus/cases/suntory-beverage-food-gbi-finds-40-60-energy-savings-in-p ump-system-retrofits
For more information, Phone: 01525 850000. Email: grundfos-uk@sales.grundfos.com
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Ensuring sustainable water supply systems Factors affecting Pump Efficiency
Ensuring sustainable water supply systems
By: Paul Winnett of Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd
Effective, safe and sustainable management of water in buildings requires a comprehensive understanding of many factors. Maintaining safety standards and regulatory compliance for water supply and pressure are complex areas that require ongoing attention. There is also a pressing need to reduce the environmental impact of buildings, in line with the UK government’s net zero pathway, by cutting carbon emissions and water and energy consumption.
For the critical areas of water supply and pressure boosting, Xylem’s latest technology can support water efficiency and the move to decarbonisation, maintain compliance and safety standards, while delivering high performance and cost efficiencies.
Efficient systems
Supplying water to large buildings is energy-intensive, due to the pumping that’s required – energy is the largest cost of running any pump. System efficiency is key to minimising cost and environmental footprint. Years of experience have taught us that a lot of pump systems are oversized for the application. Running and maintaining an unnecessarily large system wastes energy and money. One way to significantly reduce the energy consumption of pumped systems is by switching to variable speed technology.
Xylem's hydrovar intelligent variable speed pump controller controls the speed of a motor to match performance to demand. By adjusting performance in this way, it ensures pump systems only use the necessary energy. Upfront capital costs of variable-speed technology may be higher due to their advanced technology, but these costs will be offset over time by expected savings on energy bills. In addition, operational and maintenance costs of variable-speed pumps are generally lower, as they are not running continually and experience less wear and tear. hydrovar® X
Xylem’s newest model hydrovar X is an intelligent variablespeed pump drive, with the highest efficiency IE5 motors, that can cut the motor power of pumps by up to 70%. This will have an immediate impact on the energy consumption of large commercial buildings, where water demand fluctuates throughout the day. Integrated functions provide protection for the pump and motor, and improve the quality of energy from the grid. Built-in application software makes commissioning and operation simple, enabling virtually any configuration of pumps. With the acceleration of advanced technology and features within smart pumps, it is important that users can easily interact with the solution during set up and operation.
As such, we have invested heavily in UX/UI development based on extensive interviews with users to discover usage habits and needs. With this information, the embedded HMI and mobile application have been designed to be intuitive and easy to use, enabling operators to utilise sophisticated control features without needing extensive training or experience.
Additionally, our advanced control algorithms and smart curve technology enables the pumps to dynamically adjust to always operate at their most efficient point, further reducing the energy consumed by the system. All of this means excellent energy saving from a compact, easy-to-use solution suited to nearly any application.
With sustainability front of mind, our unique motor design does not use rare earth magnets. Mining of these materials is costly and inefficient because extracting even a very small amount requires large areas to be mined.
By prioritising efficiency and innovation, together we can create a more resilient, sustainable future in pumping and in water management. ■
Factors affecting Pump Efficiency
By: Tony Dashwood of Crest Pumps Ltd
The overall efficiency of a centrifugal pump is the product of three individual efficiencies: mechanical, volumetric, and hydraulic:
Mechanical efficiency
Mechanical efficiency includes losses in the bearings (long couples pumps), mechanical seals and stuffing box (in the case of packed gland pumps).
Volumetric efficiency
Volumetric efficiency will include internal losses due to leakage through the wear rings and balancing holes. Also, in the case of open or semi-open impellers, clearance between the impeller vane and the pump casing.
Hydraulic efficiency
Hydraulic efficiency includes liquid friction and other losses in the volute and impeller.
Although mechanical and volumetric losses are important components, hydraulic efficiency is the largest factor. There are basically two components that can affect the hydraulic efficiency of the centrifugal pump. The impeller, and the volute casing.
The affinity laws tell us quite a bit about the inner workings of an impeller. We know that, for any given impeller, the head it produces varies as the square of a change in speed. Double the speed and the head increases by a factor of four. If you keep speed constant, the same rules hold true for small changes in its diameter.
The flow through an impeller follows a similar rule. However, in this case its change is directly proportional to the speed or diameter change. i.e., if you double the speed or diameter, then the flow doubles. A change in rotational speed or impeller diameter refers to its peripheral speed or the speed (in meters per second) of a point at its periphery.
The head produced by an impeller is almost entirely dependent upon its peripheral velocity. The potential flow is influenced by several other factors such as the depth (cross sectional area) of the impeller vanes as well as the shape of the vanes themselves. The diameter of the impeller eye is also an important factor. This determines how easily the liquid enters the impeller and the ease with which liquid can pass through the impeller. ■
For more information, Phone: +44 (0) 1425 627700. Email: info@crestpumps.co.uk
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How Bredel and Qdos pumps are helping to decontaminate minewater at South Crofty tin mine
How Bredel and Qdos pumps are helping to decontaminate minewater at South Crofty tin mine
By: Nick Parkinson of Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
When metal-rich, contaminated minewater enters rivers it damages the ecology by reducing fish populations and the diversity of invertebrates. As well as damaging biodiversity, polluted riverways also have a negative economic impact on tourism and leisure activities.
But a water treatment plant (WTP) at a mine site, like the one at South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall, England, pumps up minewater from underground shafts and decontaminates it before discharging the water into a nearby river.
Cornish Metals Inc. is working to reopen South Crofty, which ceased producing tin in 1998, by the end of 2026. To fully dewater the mine, approximately 8 million cubic metres of water will need to be pumped and treated to a standard set by the environment agency.
Cornish Metals is using eight Bredel 40 hose pumps and three Qdos chemical metering and dosing pumps from WatsonMarlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) for vital roles at its South Crofty WTP.
Reliable, low-maintenance pumps
Three Qdos 120 pumps are accurately dosing hydrogen peroxide during the cleaning of contaminated minewater, to oxidise the metals and cause iron and arsenic to precipitate out of the solution, in the first of five process steps at the WTP.
Bredel hose pumps provide reliable, low maintenance and contained transfer of thick sludge (containing contaminants such as iron, manganese and arsenic) which is separated from the treated water in stages two and four. The Bredel Pumps transfer excess sludge from Lamella calrifiers, into a holding tank, from which a further Bredel pump pumps the sludge into a Deep Cone Thickener (DCT). The thickened sludge from the underflow of the DCT is pumped by a final Bredel pump into a holding tank, prior to disposal at a nearby tailing storage facility. In future years it is planned that the sludge will be disposed of with tailings in the form of paste fill in the underground voids of the mine.
Steven Kingstone, South Crofty Project Manager at Cornish Metals, said: “The main thing for us is the pump is running 24 hours a day. It's reliable, and it's ensuring that we've got containment of the chemicals. Hydrogen peroxide is quite a dangerous chemical. We need to ensure we've got good containment of that chemical and we've got reliability of the system, and that’s why we use the Qdos pump.
“Sludge density varies during the day, so we needed a pump that's going to manage that variable nature of the sludge. In the first stage of the process, the Bredels are pushing the sludge up around about 10 meters altogether. The final Bredels are pushing the thickened sludge up seven metres into the sludge holding tank. That's a very thick sludge, so those Bredel pumps are having to work quite hard.
“But again, the main thing is reliability. Ease of maintenance is also important. One of the advantages of the Bredel pump is the hose replacement on it is really quite simple compared to some of the other peristaltic pumps on the market.”
Cornish Metals expects dewatering of South Crofty to take 18 months. Once complete, the WTP will be used to manage the ongoing minewater treatment.
Sustainability benefits
Bredel and Qdos pumps are contributing to the WTP’s goal of minimising South Crofty’s impact on the local environment. Before start-up of the WTP, the Red River received untreated minewater as a legacy of past mining activities. A cleaner and
healthier Red River will benefit people, wildlife and the local economy. Untreated minewater which leaks into local waterways can have damaging repercussions, such as when over 10 million gallons of heavily contaminated water flowed from the disused Wheal Jane tin mine (nearby to South Crofty), and caused serious pollution to a river and estuary in 1992.
Kingstone said: “Environmentally, the biggest impact is the Red River historically has taken a lot of contaminated water from various mines in the area. The Red River has historically always been called Red River because, for hundreds of years it's run red with the mineral processing in the area. The mines all discharge through the adit system that underlies Camborne and Redruth. It contains a lot of metals and a lot of that was coming from South Crofty after its closure in 1998.
“But by treating the water now, before we discharge it back underground into the adit system, is a very positive impact on the quality of the water in the Red River downstream of Crofty. It has led to drops in iron of around about 99%, arsenic of 95%, compared to the untreated minewater, so that water in the river is becoming much clearer. It’s a much better quality of water that's ultimately being discharged on a bathing beach down at Gwithian.
“By removing those metals from the environment, it massively improves the quality of the water, and allows life to come back into the river.”
An added sustainability benefit of the South Crofty tin mine is the renewable energy the WTP generates. Water discharged from South Crofty powers a hydro-turbine that generates up to 15% of the power consumed by the WTP.
Kingstone said: “When the water is discharged into the adit system that underlies the mine, it goes down a shaft which drops the water around 50 metres. We’ve installed two turbines in the shaft, so that when the water goes through those turbines it generates 15% of the electricity used in the water treatment process, which is around 70 kilowatts per hour.”
Using a local supplier was also important for Cornish Metals
Kingstone added: “We are lucky in Cornwall to have a number of suppliers such as Watson-Marlow, producing high quality equipment that we can utilise in the reconstruction of South Crofty mine. As the site develops, we look forward to continuing to work with Watson-Marlow.”
South Crofty, which first started production in 1592 and continued until 1998, has the fourth highest grade tin mineral resource globally, according to Cornish Metals. Tin connects almost all electronic and electrical infrastructure, making it critical to the clean energy transition. ■
For more information, Phone: 01326 370 370. Email: info@wmfts.co.uk
Protecting and Optimising Heat Pump Installations
Protecting and Optimising Heat Pump Installations
By: Ed Morris of Altecnic
This article explores which two components can be installed to optimise and protect heat pumps.
The government has set out its ambition to support the growth of the heat pump market to around 600,000 installations per year by 2028. With number of heat pump installations therefore increasing, it is important to consider the ways in which they can be protected and optimised to increase their lifespan.
Anti-freeze valves
Anti-freeze valves are a cost-effective solution to protect heat pump installations from freezing, which is a common problem during the winter.
How an anti-freeze valve works
An anti-freeze valve is designed to be installed in the flow and return pipe work from the heat pump and installed on the external pipework. By opening at temperatures below 3C, an anti-freeze valve allows system content to be dripped and discharged safely, preventing the system from freezing and protecting the installation.
At temperatures above 4C, the valve then shuts again to stop unnecessary draining. Overall, it does exactly as it implies, it prevents the freezing of heat pumps and pipework.
Protection for exposed installations
Even for installations in areas that are especially exposed –those that are usually hit hardest by freezing – an anti-freeze valve can continue to function efficiently. In the coldest months anti-freeze valves become most useful as they help to save thousands of pounds in having to replace frozen installations by maintaining the heat pump and pipework.
Protection and optimisation
When the heat pump installation is protected, it can then be optimised to work as efficiently as possible. The efficiency within the system relies on the ‘start-up’ period of the heating cycle being correctly balanced thus preventing it pulling an excessive amount of energy. If a heat pump installation were to draw a large amount of energy, then the homeowner should expect there to be a negative impact on the operation of the entire system.
Independently managing flow rates
Any system that has a heat pump as its energy source would benefit from installing an automatic dynamic balancing valve. By accurately managing the flow rates throughout the heating circuit using a flow settable, pressure independent, thermostatic radiator valve (TRV), each part of the system can receive the correct amount of energy independently thus increasing the working life of the compressor within the heat pump.
In addition, any hydronic circuit serving a secondary system must be balanced, meaning that they must be constructed in such a way as to guarantee the design flow rates of the thermal medium. Due to this, specific balancing devices are required depending on the varying system types and appliances used.
Automatic dynamic balancing
Automatic dynamic balancing and pressure-independent adjustment of the heating system is vital for optimisation of a heat pump installation. A thermostatic radiator valve (TRV) with this ability, in conjunction with a thermostatic, electronic, or thermoelectric control, combines different functions in a single component.
An automatic dynamic balancing TRV can balance the heating system automatically, ensuring each terminal receives the set flow rate. Even in the case of partial circuit closure, by means of the regulating valves, the flow rates in the open circuits remain constant at the set value- a vital feature when being installed on systems powered by heat pumps.
By using this type of TRV, in combination with thermostatic control heads, the surrounding temperature can remain automatically constant, thus guaranteeing effective energy saving for the homeowner.
Getting the most out of your heat pump installation
With no room for damages, both the installation of an antifreeze valve and the installation of an automatic balancing TRV protects the investment of installing the heat pump and keep homeowners happy. Given the installation costs of renewable technologies compared to standard gas or oil installations, the benefits of a relatively small outlay to protect this investment are clear. ■
For more information, Phone: 01785 218200. Email: sales@altecnic.co.uk
The Future of Pumps: AI Advancements in the Pump Industry
The Future of Pumps: AI Advancements in the Pump Industry
By: Alex Price of G.M.Treble Ltd
Pumps are essential components used in a wide range of applications, from manufacturing to water management. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as an innovative force, revolutionising established sectors, coinciding with the start of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. AI has improved the efficiency, dependability, and forecasting ability of pumps substantially in recent years, bringing in a new era of growth and sustainability for the pump industry.
AI-Powered
Predictive Maintenance
One of the largest advancements AI brings to the pump industry is predictive maintenance. Traditional maintenance practices often depend on regular, scheduled inspections or reactive repairs, leading to costly downtimes and inefficiencies. AI-driven predictive maintenance, however, leans on machine learning algorithms to analyse huge amounts of data from sensors within pumps. By monitoring certain parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rates, and vibration patterns in real-time, AI can accurately predict potential failures before they happen, allowing for proactive maintenance. This predictive approach not only minimises unplanned downtime but also extends the lifespan of components, resulting in significant cost savings for industries reliant on continuous operation.
Optimisation of Pump Performance
By constantly changing operation parameters in response to changing demand conditions, AI algorithms are proficient at improving pump performance. As process requirements fluctuate, pumps with AI-based management systems built into them may modify their speed, flow rate, and energy consumption by themselves. In addition to promoting operational efficiency, this optimisation reduces its impact on the environment and energy consumption. Businesses may increase productivity, cut costs, and reinforce their sustainability credentials by utilising AI-driven optimisation strategies. This will help them to better align with global efforts that focus on reducing carbon emissions and conserving resources.
Fault Detection and Diagnostics
Pump faults should be found and diagnosed to preserve operating safety and dependability. AI-based fault detection systems use methods for pattern recognition to detect unusual activity that could suggest potential issues with pump components. AI may quickly identify anomalies from typical operating circumstances by continuously assessing sensor data and past performance movements. This allows for swift action to avoid catastrophic failures.
technology. Centralised dashboards or smartphone apps can be used to remotely monitor and control pumps through the integration of sensors, actuators, and communication systems. Real-time data streams from distant pump installations are analysed by AI algorithms, which provide operators with helpful data on maintenance alerts, operational trends, and performance indicators.
AI-driven control systems offer the remote adjustment of pump setups and operational parameters, enabling operators to maximise efficiency and swiftly respond to evolving circumstances from anywhere in the world. This feature of remote monitoring and control increases responsiveness, efficiency, and adaptability of operations, particularly in largescale facilities or geographically distributed installations.
Integration with Smart Grids and Energy Management Systems
AI-powered pumps are being increasingly connected with smart grids and energy management systems as efficiency climbs to the top of the priority list for industries worldwide. Pumps can take part in demand-side management techniques like peak shaving and load shifting by using AI algorithms to optimise energy use in real-time. AI continuously adjusts pump operation for optimal efficiency and cost savings by analysing energy cost information, production schedules, and system limitations.
Additionally, operators may proactively change pump schedules and energy usage to minimise utility costs and lower carbon emissions thanks to AI-driven forecasting, that recognise patterns in energy demand. The smooth integration of AI-powered pumps with energy management systems and smart grids encourages sustainable energy habits, improves grid stability, and helps us move towards a cleaner, greener future.
Addressing Challenges and Limitations
The integration of AI into pump systems promises increased efficiency but faces challenges. AI algorithms heavily rely on data from built-in sensors within pumps; however, issues with data integrity or the absence of historical data can impact accurate predictions. Significant upfront costs for equipment, software, and training could present financial hurdles, especially for small to medium-sized businesses. Additionally, integrating AI into existing pump systems may include costly retrofitting or upgrades, thereby increasing implementation costs.
The technical sophistication demanded by AI systems poses challenges for organisations lacking in-house expertise. Ethical considerations, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias, are critical as AI’s increasing involvement raises concerns. Collaborative efforts among stakeholders, including pump manufacturers and regulatory bodies, are necessary to navigate these challenges and fully harness the potential of AI in the pump industry.
Conclusion
AI-driven diagnostics may determine the root cause of problems enabling quick troubleshooting while decreasing downtime. This proactive approach to diagnostics and fault finding optimises equipment stability, minimises risks, and ensures uninterrupted operation in key industrial processes.
Remote Monitoring and Control
The pump industry is entering a new era of innovation, efficiency, and sustainability with the combination of artificial intelligence and pump technology. The development of AI has given pump operators access to problem detection systems, remote monitoring, optimisation algorithms, predictive maintenance capabilities, and energy management tools.
The pump sector could achieve previously unattainable levels of performance, dependability, and resource effectiveness by
The pump industry has experienced an advancement in remote monitoring and control capabilities with the development of AI-enabled IoT (Internet of Things) (continued on page 36)
A guide to Centrifugal Impellers
A guide to Centrifugal Impellers
By: Tony Dashwood of Crest Pumps Ltd
Centrifugal pump impellers come in many shapes and sizes, each having their own uses and advantages. There are two aspects of the impeller, regardless of the type, that are worth remembering:
Impeller Diameter:
The diameter of a centrifugal impeller relates directly to the head that the pump can produce. The greater the diameter then the greater the velocity of the liquid. This is because it leaves the impeller and the higher the head produced.
Depth of Vanes:
It logically follows that a shallow depth vane will produce less flow than an impeller with a deeper vane. Consider the volume of an impeller that is 20 cm in diameter with 1 cm deep vanes. The volume of the impeller (pi x r2 x h) is 314 cm2 less the volume of the impeller vanes (say 10%) = approx. 280 cm2 (0.28 l) per revolution. If you double the vane depth to 2 cm then the volume doubles to 560 cm2 (0.56 l) per revolution. Of course, this assume the pump is 100% efficient which it will never be because of internal fluid turbulence and slippage across the impeller and casing, but it illustrates how the depth of the vane will be proportionally representative to the flow it can produce.
Closed Impeller
A closed impeller is the most efficient form and is ideal for handling clean liquids with low viscosity. Consisting of two plates (known as
shrouds) either side of the impeller vanes and a boss, extending from the front shroud into the pump suction to guide the liquid into the impeller eye. This will be a close tolerance and may even have a wear plate to prevent as little liquid as possible to escape from the impeller eye. Generally speaking, pumps with closed impellers require a lower NPSH.
Semi-Open Impeller
Semi-Open impellers, as the name suggests, only have a back shroud for stability and strength, they may be regarded as the middle ground in terms of efficiency and NPSH requirement but are very useful when handling liquids with an amount of solids or of a slightly higher viscosity.
Open Impeller
Distinguishable by the lack of a back shroud (or minimal in some cases) this is the weakest form of impeller in terms of mechanical strength but performs best in solids handling applications. Open impellers are the least efficient impeller form requiring more NPSH when employed in a pump. Typically used in smaller inexpensive efficiency is less important due to the low power required by the pump.
This is not an exhaustive list but is intended as a general guide to the impellers found in most centrifugal pumps. ■
For more information, Phone: +44 (0) 1425 627700. Email: info@crestpumps.co.uk
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Reasons to Switch from a Progressive Cavity Pump to a Rotary Lobe Pump
5 Reasons to Switch from a Progressive Cavity Pump to a Rotary Lobe Pump
By: Wayne Carrington of Vogelsang Ltd
In wastewater applications, operators and engineers often have different reasons for using certain types of pump technology as it applies to various applications. One example of this is treatment plant personnel switching from a progressive cavity pump to a rotary lobe pump. Both pumps are in the positive displacement family, and while progressive cavity pumps make sense in certain applications, a rotary lobe pump can be a better solution in many cases.
Reasons to switch:
1. Too much downtime and difficulty repairing existing pumps
Progressive cavity pump maintenance can be a nightmare. It typically takes a mechanic four to six hours to rebuild a 20 hp PC pump. It usually must be taken offline, repaired and reinstalled. Lobe pumps are maintained inline in one to two hours. In terms of labor rates at £45 per hour, comparing PC to lobe pump maintenance, lobe pump users save over £10,000 annually on average. Even newer progressive cavity pumps that claim to be designed for inline service are cumbersome to work on and still require significantly more time to service.
2. Parts are expensive and difficult to obtain.
PC pumps typically require a stator and rotor specific to each application. In contrast, lobe pumps typically use common parts for their wet end. It’s possible to stack the lobes along the shaft while keeping the L/D ratios well within the allowable range. This drastically reduces spare parts cost and inventory requirements. Lobe pumps also deliver a wide range of flows
and multiple configuration options. Using this common component philosophy, Vogelsang can provide pumps for more applications in a plant.
3. Problems with leaking.
PC pumps have frequent problems with leaking at the stuffing box. The soap expands the stuffing and eventually it fails. The Vogelsang cartridge mechanical seal eliminates this problem since leaks never reach the seal.
4. Running dry is a concern or it has damaged pumps. A PC pump cannot run dry without damaging the pump. This is because a stator lies on a rotor and creates friction. The longer the friction occurs, the faster the pump is destroyed. A lobe pump runs in a totally different way. There is not a tight relationship between the lobes and the housing. This allows for the pump to run dry for up to 30 minutes without damage.
5. The current pump is taking up too much space.
A lobe pump provides a much smaller footprint than a PC pump. When designing a facility using a lobe pump, it is possible to build a smaller building, smaller air handling, smaller crane systems, and no seal water or drain systems. These reduced requirements typically add up to tens, if not hundreds, of thousands of dollars saved on the overall project. Typical building cost savings could pay for the lobe pumps for the project.
Have more questions about choosing a pump technology? Vogelsang can help you sort out questions of efficiency, flows, solids handling and other factors that go into your decision. ■
For more information, Phone: 01270 216 600. Email: sales.uk@vogelsang.info.
The Future of Pumps: AI Advancements in the Pump Industry continued from page 34
utilising AI, which will boost both environmental and economic competitiveness. The opportunity for further advancements in pump technology is endless as AI evolves, indicating a future in which intelligent pumps will be vital for pushing innovation across a variety of industries.
However, the involvement with AI could prove costly if not carefully managed. Challenges and limitations, such as data integrity issues, the lack of historical data for accurate predictions, and significant upfront costs for equipment, software, and training, may pose obstacles to widespread adoption. ■
For more information, Phone: 01902 333 111
Email: sales@gmtreble.co.uk
No time to waste: A sustainable shift in pumping technology using premium efficiency motors
No time to waste: A sustainable shift in pumping technology using premium efficiency motors
By: Sudharsan Srinivasan of Sulzer Pump Solutions Ireland Ltd
During the present age where sustainability is not only valued but also expected, industries are moving to more energy-efficient solutions. The pump industry is no exception, with premium efficiency motors leading the way in lowering the environmental impact and operating costs. These motors – which the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has classified as IE3 or higher – are increasingly becoming a standard offering in several applications where energy is consumed extensively and continuously. They are designed to minimise electrical losses through improved design, high-quality materials, and advanced manufacturing techniques. The superior efficiency of these motors results in less energy being converted to heat, which not only extends motor life by reducing thermal stress on components but also saves energy. The financial benefits of investing in premium efficiency motors are compelling. Although the initial cost is higher than for standard motors, the long-term energy savings are substantial. Industries that rely heavily on continuous motor operation, such as water/wastewater management, manufacturing, HVAC systems, and so on can see a quick return on investment. Energy savings from premium efficiency motors can lower the total cost of ownership, making them a financially viable option in the long run. Additionally, regulatory standards (in the European Union and the rest of the world) are driving the market towards higher efficiency standards which, in turn, helps to reduce global energy consumption.
lowering greenhouse gas emissions, which are critical in global efforts to combat climate change. Furthermore, the longer lifespan and lower maintenance requirements of premium efficiency motors contribute to less waste and resource consumption over the motor's lifetime.
Adoption of these premium efficiency motors, combined with clog-resisting hydraulics and advanced control systems, can address pump industry challenges in transporting wastewater while maintaining performance and rag-handling characteristics. The combination of these motors and cuttingedge pump technology has the potential to increase performance, save energy, and enable predictive maintenance. While operational efficiency can have a significant impact on productivity and profitability, a combination of high-efficiency motors and advanced smart hydraulics is essential for industries that rely on uptime.
Apart from the aforementioned details, premium efficiency motors offer significant environmental benefits. With state-ofthe-art technology, these motors directly contribute to
In conclusion, as the pump industry evolves, the transition to premium efficiency motors reflects a convergence of economic and environmental interests. These motors are an essential component of modern industrial applications due to their numerous advantages, which include significant energy and cost savings as well as reduced environmental impact. Several pump manufactures have already switched to IE3 motor since the early 2010s, and the end users have reported substantial energy and cost savings, totalling hundreds of gigawatt hours for the former and several millions of Euros for the latter. Investing in premium efficiency motors is therefore necessary for businesses looking to future-proof their operations. As we move forward, the integration of these advanced motors with novel pumping solutions will undoubtedly play a critical role in shaping a more efficient and sustainable industrial landscape. ■
For more information, Phone: +353 53 91 63200. Email: david.crosby@sulzer.com
The BPMA can help you achieve the desired result
BPMA Job Seeker Service
Are you currently seeking a career within the pump industry?
BPMA has launched a new service for talented individuals seeking a career in the pump industry. Our members have interesting positions to fulfil within their company structures.
Simply forward your CV to s.smith@bpma.org.uk and we will do the rest.
A profile and details of the career you are looking for will be posted on our website free of charge for a maximum of three months. No personal details will appear, only a reference number. We will also include your profile on our weekly News-link bulletin which is circulated to key personnel at member companies.
Cross-section view of a premium efficiency motor and clog-resisting hydraulics
Improving the Netherlands’ wastewater treatment network
Improving the Netherlands’ wastewater treatment network
By: Marek Lukaszczyk of WEG (UK) Ltd
A fifth of the total surface area of the Netherlands consists of water, with around 116,000 km of water pipes connecting the country’s vast water network. When Pentair, a water treatment company, was enlisted to upgrade and expand the pumps in one of the country’s largest wastewater systems, sustainability and improved efficiency were key objectives of the project. That’s why the company turned to WEG, for support.
The wastewater industry plays a critical role in ensuring that water resources remain clean and healthy. The industry relies on reliable and efficient sewage pump equipment to do this. Large industrial pumps are at the heart of the wastewater transport network and are responsible for transporting wastewater from one location to another. This is a critical process, as it provides pressure in the pipeline to maintain flow.
It is therefore essential to keep the pumps and other equipment in good working order, so the wastewater system can operate efficiently and effectively. If one pump failed, it would significantly reduce capacity, affecting industry and households alike.
Combating downtime
Brabantse Delta’s wastewater treatment pipeline runs from an industrial estate in Moerdijk, a province in the south of the Netherlands, to a sewage treatment plant in the small village of Bath, Zeeland province. Brabantse Delta is responsible for managing water networks across 21 municipalities in the region.
The water company sought to upgrade a wastewater treatment pipeline measuring approximately 60 km long, making it one of the largest wastewater systems in the Netherlands. The water is transported via the main pipe so that it can arrive at the purification stage, where up to 20 million liters of wastewater per hour is purified at the sewage treatment plant in Bath.
However, the existing pumps at three pumping stations along this network were more than 50 years old, so approaching the end of their useful working life. These pumps were installed in the early 70s, at around the same time the wastewater pressure pipes were constructed.
In addition, the old pumps regularly experienced downtime due to clogging caused by insoluble fibres. The amount of non-soluble fibers that end up in the wastewater system increases every year, so this problem couldn’t be ignored.
Improving efficiency and increasing capacity
based renovations company that specialises in water safety, construction and infrastructure projects, to increase the productivity of the wastewater system.
In turn, GMB awarded Pentair a multi-million contract to replace six old inefficient pumps, and add an additional four pumps to boost the wastewater treatment pipeline’s capacity. In addition to this supply of ten sewage pumps, the company was also awarded a long-term maintenance contract.
As the existing pumps were from another brand, the new pumps had to be custom made-to-fit into the existing installation. The supplied pumps had a very wide operating range, with the capacities varying from 2,000 m3 per hour in dry weather to 20,000 m3 in case of rain. The pumps were designed to give excellent performance in all conditions, so drainage capacity is guaranteed at all times.
Pentair turned to WEG to supply the ten low voltage electric motors to power the pumps. The motors were chosen for their compact design and high performance, while their robust frames ensure low vibration levels. Sustainability was a key objective of the project, with engineers looking to provide a significant step-up in efficiency when compared to the old equipment.
“The project had two major challenges that we had to contend with,” explained Edwin Wolterink, project manager at Pentair. “First, the clogging problem in the two wastewater pumping stations. Second, the requested high efficiency to operate the effluent pumping station in the most energy-friendly way.
“In response, the two wastewater pumping stations were equipped with non-clogging impellers, consequently reducing downtime to a minimum.”
Thanks to the effective collaboration between Pentair and WEG, the new pumps will operate reliably and efficiently for decades to come. ■
For more information, Phone: +44 (0) 1527 513800. Email: wuk-enquriy@weg.netom
Brabantse Delta partnered with GMB Water Quality & Installations, a Netherlands- An engineer checks the quality of water, after going
Maximizing Pump Efficiency: The Role of Wear Compensation Stators
Maximizing Pump Efficiency: The Role of Wear Compensation Stators
By: Martin Gillman of Roto Pumps Ltd
Progressive cavity pumps (PC pumps) are indispensable in various industries, adept at handling abrasive solids and challenging fluid conditions with finesse. At the core of these pumps lies the stator, a critical component vulnerable to wear over time. As wear progresses, pump efficiency wanes, leading to premature failure and heightened operational costs. To tackle this issue headon, innovative solutions like wear compensation stators with adjustable spacers have emerged, presenting a promising avenue for optimizing pump performance and extending service life.
The wear compensation stator design marks a significant leap in pump technology, aiming to regulate pump efficiency over prolonged operational periods. Unlike traditional stators, which lack adaptability to wear, wear compensation stators boast adjustable spacers of predefined lengths. These spacers facilitate precise adjustments, ensuring an optimal interface between the rotor and stator while maintaining uniform interference across the pumping elements. Consequently, pump efficiency remains sustained, and the risk of premature failure is substantially mitigated.
An important advantage of wear compensation stators is their suitability for medium and large-sized pumps, commonly deployed in demanding industrial environments where reliability and efficiency reign supreme. By integrating wear compensation stators into their operations, companies can achieve enhanced volumetric efficiency and reduced maintenance downtime, ultimately translating into significant cost savings and heightened productivity.
Comparative Analysis of Wear Compensation Adjustable Stator vs. Conventional Wear Compensation Stator
Conventional adjustable stators, a longstanding solution for compensating wear between the rotor and stator, have been available for many years. While most manufacturers offer these, their designs vary considerably. Despite the sound concept, the effectiveness of these adjustable stators hinges on sensitive, accurate adjustments made at the right time in the wear cycle. Typically adjusted by manipulating nuts or a kinetic ring across a clamping mechanism, adjustable stators come with their own set of challenges.
Many lack a failsafe mechanism to ensure precise tension application, leading to potential over or under clamping. This can result in adverse effects such as pump failure, excessive heat generation, or accelerated wear. To ensure safe and productive adjustments, operators must have a direct view of
system dynamics or rely on adjustment mechanisms with physical stops. It's crucial for manufacturers to provide such features to uphold pump reliability and lifecycle claims.
In practice, maintenance teams and operators may struggle to adjust pumps accurately and safely. Consequently, pumps may be overhauled prematurely, incurring unnecessary costs. Despite these challenges, adjustable stators remain widespread in the installed bases of many water companies, highlighting the need for reliable and user-friendly solutions.
In contrast, traditional adjustable stators present several challenges that limit their effectiveness. Complex adjustment mechanisms and the absence of hard stop failsafes can result in inaccurate adjustments, leading to suboptimal pump performance and potential operational issues. Moreover, the reliance on specialized tools and training further complicates the maintenance process, increasing the risk of human error and downtime.
To address these challenges, pump manufacturers are increasingly turning to advanced stator designs and simplified adjustment mechanisms. By incorporating visual aids and physical stops into the adjustment process, operators can make accurate adjustments with confidence, minimizing the risk of over or under clamping. Additionally, the integration of user-friendly features reduces the reliance on specialized tools and training, streamlining the maintenance process and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
In conclusion, wear compensation stator technology represents a significant step forward in the quest to optimize pump performance and reliability. By providing operators with the means to adjust pump parameters accurately and efficiently, these innovative solutions empower companies to achieve their operational goals while reducing maintenance costs and maximizing productivity. As the demand for efficient fluid handling solutions continues to grow, wear compensation stator technology is poised to play a central role in shaping the future of the pumping industry. ■ For more information, Phone: +44 (0) 7904 790111. Email: martin@rotopumps.co.uk
Perlast G77X –A Revolutionary Fluid Sealing Material
Perlast G77X – A
Revolutionary Fluid Sealing Material with Temperature Performance up to 350°C
By: Michael Hanlon of M Barnwell Services Ltd
As part of the UK Strategic Partnership between IDEX Sealing Solutions and M Barnwell Services, we are thrilled to introduce Perlast G77X—an innovative fluid sealing material that is setting new benchmarks in industry standards. With exceptional performance in high-temperature environments of up to 350°C, this FFKM distinguishes itself with extraordinary capabilities, making it an invaluable asset across diverse industries, particularly in supporting equipment in the pump industry.
Advantages for the Pump Industry:
In the pump industry, where reliability and efficiency are paramount, Perlast G77X offers a range of benefits that address key challenges faced by operators. The seal’s ability to withstand extreme temperatures ensures uninterrupted performance in high-temperature pump applications, such as those found in chemical processing, oil and gas, and industrial manufacturing.
Additionally, its resistance to compression set over extended periods enhances seal longevity, reducing the frequency of maintenance and replacement cycles. These attributes contribute to improved pump reliability, uptime, and overall operational efficiency.
Product Applications:
Perlast G77X finds widespread application across various industries where fluid sealing is critical to operations. Some notable applications include:
• Chemical Processing: Perlast G77X excels in sealing applications within chemical processing facilities, where exposure to aggressive chemicals and high temperatures is commonplace. Its chemical resistance and hightemperature performance make it an ideal choice for sealing pumps, valves, and fittings in corrosive environments.
• Oil and Gas: In the oil and gas industry, where operations often occur under extreme conditions, Perlast G77X proves invaluable for sealing equipment used in drilling, production, and refining processes. Its ability to withstand high temperatures and harsh chemicals ensures reliable performance in demanding applications.
• Aerospace: Perlast G77X’s compliance with stringent industry standards, such as AMS 7257 Rev E, makes it a preferred sealing material for aerospace applications. From hydraulic systems to engine components, Perlast G77X provides reliable sealing solutions for critical aerospace equipment operating in extreme environments.
• Mechanical Seals: Perlast G77X is also utilised in mechanical seal applications across various industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and water treatment. Its high-temperature capability, low compression set, and excellent chemical resistance contribute to superior sealing performance and durability in mechanical seal assemblies.
Benefits and Features:
The superiority of Perlast G77X lies in its unique combination of features and benefits tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern industrial applications:
• High-Temperature Performance: With a maximum temperature rating of 350°C, Perlast G77X maintains its sealing integrity even in the most extreme heat conditions, ensuring reliable performance in high-temperature environments.
• Low Compression Set: Perlast G77X exhibits minimal deformation over time, maintaining consistent sealing pressure and preventing leakage, even under prolonged compression.
• Chemical Resistance: The seal’s resistance to a wide range of chemicals makes it suitable for applications where exposure to corrosive substances is a concern, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
• Compliance with Industry Standards: Perlast G77X meets stringent industry standards, including AMS 7257 Rev E, and is listed on the PRI-QPL database, providing customers with confidence in its quality and reliability.
• Extended Maintenance Intervals: By reducing the frequency of maintenance and replacement cycles, Perlast G77X helps operators minimise downtime and associated costs, contributing to overall operational efficiency and productivity.
• Enhanced Safety: The seal’s reliability and durability contribute to improved safety in industrial environments, reducing the risk of leaks and equipment failures that could lead to accidents or environmental hazards.
In conclusion, Perlast G77X represents a revolutionary advancement in fluid sealing technology, offering unmatched performance, reliability, and durability in high-temperature applications.
Its unique combination of features and benefits makes it an ideal choice for the pump industry and various other sectors where dependable sealing solutions are essential for operational success.
As industries continue to evolve, Perlast G77X remains at the forefront, setting new standards for fluid sealing excellence in challenging environments. ■
For more information, Phone: +44 (0)121 420 0703. Email: sales@barnwell.co.uk
When people talk about understanding viscosity, they are talking about one of two things: dynamic (also known as absolute) viscosity or kinematic viscosity.
How to measure Viscosity
One way is to measure a fluid’s resistance to flow when an external force is applied. This is dynamic viscosity and the unit of measure for dynamic viscosity is Centipoise (cP)
The other way is to measure the resistive flow of a fluid under the weight of gravity. The result is kinematic viscosity. So kinematic viscosity is the measure of a fluid’s inherent resistance to flow when no external force, except gravity, is acting on it. The unit of measure of kinematic viscosity is Centistokes (cSt)
What’s the difference between dynamic and kinematic viscosity?
A basic difference between the dynamic and kinematic viscosity measurements is density. Density provides a way to convert between a kinematic and a dynamic viscosity measurement. The formula for the conversion is:
Kinematic (cSt) x Density = Dynamic (cP)
Dynamic (cP) / Density = Kinematic (cSt)
Density is the ratio of the mass (or weight) of the sample divided by the volume of the sample. Think about an 1cm3 ice cube and a 1cm3 cube of steel. They may be the same size, but the steel cube weighs more than the ice cube. Therefore, we say that steel has a greater density than ice.
Kinematic viscosity is used to measure Newtonian liquids, dynamic viscosity for non-Newtonian liquids. In simple terms, a Newtonian fluid’s viscosity remains constant, no matter the amount of shear applied for a constant temperature (e.g. water, alcohol, mineral oil). Non-Newtonian fluids are the
opposite of Newtonian fluids. When shear is applied to nonNewtonian fluids, the viscosity of the fluid changes (e.g. tomato ketchup, glue, quicksand).
Effect of viscosity on centrifugal pumps
Viscosity will have significant effects on flow rates and pressure capabilities of centrifugal pumps as well shaft torque and available power, the efficiency will obviously be lower. Anything over 25cP will have a significant effect on the performance of a centrifugal pumps. There are ways to calculate (or ascertain from charts) but that is beyond the remit of this paper, so for practical purposes:
The maximum viscosity:
Assoma pump can handle is 150 cP (due to torque transmission through the magnets)
Crest can handle is 300 cP (under certain circumstances higher values may be tolerated
Viscosity Comparison (centipoise @ 20 degrees C)
Viscosity Conversion
1 poise = 100 centipoise (cP)
Centipoise (cP) = Centistokes (cSt) x S.G.
Centistoke (cSt) = Centipoise (cP) / S.G. ■
For more information, Phone: +44 (0) 1425 627700. Email: info@crestpumps.co.uk
Guide to Pump Types
The numbered titles of the many pump types available from BPMA member companies correspond to the appropriate section Pump Types (pages 46-47).
Les désignations numérotées des nombreaux types de pompes disponsibles auprés des compagnies membres de la BPMA y correspondent à la section appropriée Types de Pompes (pages 46-47).
Rotodynamic Single Stage – Horizontal - General Duty
1 Close Coupled
Pompe Monoblock
Blockpumpe
Bomba Monobloc
2 End Suction Back Pullout
A Rotor Démontable Côté Commande
Mit Zur Antriebsseide Ausbarem Laüfer
Con El Rotor
Desmontable Por El Lado De Accionamineto
3 Double Entry
Double Flux
Doppelströmige
Flujo Doble
4 Glandless-Submerged Motor
Electro Pompe À Stator Chemisé
Spaltrohrmotorpumpe
Electrobomba Con Estator Encamisado
5 Glandless-Magnetic Drive
Electro Pompe À
Bobinage Noyè
Nassmotorpumpe
Electrobomba Con Bobinado Inundado
Die numerierten Titel der vielen, von BPMA-Mitgliedsfirmen erhältichen Pumpentypen entsprechen dem jewelligen Abschnitt in der Hersteller der Pumpenbaureinen Seite bis 46-47).
Los títulos numerados de los muchos tipos de bomba que ofrecen las compañías miambro de la BPMA corresponde a la sección apropiada de la Guia de los Tipos de BombasCompreadores (paginas 46-47).
6 Mixed Flow
Pompe Hélicocentrifuge
Halbaxialkreiselpumpe
Bomba
Helicocentrifuga
7 Axial Flow
Pompe Hélice
Axialkreiselpumpe
Bomba de Hélice
- Special Purpose
8 Chemical Pump
Pompe Chimie
Chemiepumpe
Bomba Quimica
9 Process Process
Prozesspumpe
Proceso
10 Solids-Handling
Pompe á Corps Solides
Feststoffpumpe
Bomba Para Cuerpos Solidos
11 Sludge Pump
Pompe á Boues
Schlammpumpe
Bomba Para Agua Fangosa
12 Abrasive Handling
Pompe Résistant á L’Abrasion
Verschleissfestepumpe
Bomba Resistente a La Abrasión
13 Vortex Pump
Pompe à Vortex
Freistrompumpe
Bomba de Torbellino
14 Regenerative
Pompe à Accélération
Périphérique
Peripheralpumpe
Bomba Periferica
15 Side Channel
Pompe á Canal Latéral
Seitenkanalpumpe
Bomba de Canal Lateral
16 Self-Priming Pump
Pompe Autoamorcante
Selbstansaugende
Autocebante
17 Hygienic Pump
Pour Produits Alimentaires
Nahrungsmittelpumpe
Para Productos Alimenticios
18 Swimming Pool
Pompe de Circulation Pour Piscine
Schwimmbad Umwälzpumpe
Bomba de Circulacion
Para Piscina
19 Shower Pump
Pompe de Douche
Duschpumpe
Duchabomba
Rotodynamic Single Stage – Vertical - General Duty
20 In-Line Close-Coupled
Pompe Monobloc en Ligne
Blockpumpe – Inline Ausführung
Bomba Monobloc en Linea
21 In-Line Pump
Pompe in Line Inlinepumpe
Bomba en Linea
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22 Glandless Submerged Motor
Electro Pompe á Stator Chemisé
Spaltrohrmotorpumpe
Electrobomba Con Estator Encamisado
23 Axial Flow
Pompe Hélice
Axialkreiselpumpe
Bomba de Hélice
24 Mixed Flow
Pompe Hélicocentrifuge
Halbaxialkreiselpumpe
Bomba Hecocentrifuga
25 Mixed Flow-Volute
Pompe a Volute Beton
Pumpe mit Betonspirale
Bomba con Volut de Hormigon
26 Concrete Volute Pump
Pompe Helicocentrifuge á Volute
Halbaxial
Spiralgehäusepumpe
Bomba Helicocentrifug de Volute
- Special Purpose
27 Process, Double Entry Pump
Pompe Process á Double Entree
Doppelströmige Pumpe in Prozess
Bomba de Proceso de dos Entradas
28 Hot Water Circulator
Pompe de Circulation
Unwälzpumpe
Bomba Decirculacion
29 Borehole Shaft-Driven
Pompe de Forage à Ligne D’arbre
Bohrlochwellenpumpe
Bomba Centrifuga
Para Pozo Profundo
30 Reactor
Pompe De Reactuer Nuclèaire
Reaktorpumpe
Bomba Para Reacto Atomico
31 Sump Pump
De Vidange de Fosses
Grubenentleerungspumpe
Para Achique de Fosas
32 Barrel Emptying
Vide Fúts
Fasspumpe
Para Vaciado de Barriles
33 Solids Handling Pump
Pompe a Liquide Charge
Feststoffpumpe
Bomba Para Liquios Cargados
34 Sludge Pump
Pompe A Boues
Schlammpumpe
Bomba Para Agua Fangosa
- Submersible Motor
35 Borehole
Groupe Immergé de Forage
Unterwässermotorpumpe
Bomba Sumergible
Para Pozo Perforado
36 Cellar Pump
Vide Cave
Kellerrentwässerungspumpe
Bomba de Achique
37 Sewage
Groupe Submersible
Abwassertauchmotorpumpe
Bomba Sumergible
Para Aguas Cargedas
38 Contractor
Submersible de Chantier
Schmutzwassertauchmotorpumpe
Bomba Sumergible de Obre
39 Solids Handling
Submersible á Corps Solides
Felststoffitauchmotorpumpe
Bomba Sumergible
Para Cuerpos Solidos
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40 Aquarium Pump
Pompe D’Aquarium
Aquariumpumpe
Bomba de Acuario
41 Fountain Pump
Pompe de Fontainerie
Springbrunnenpumpe
Bomba Fuente
42 Bilge
Pompe Avec Pot Damorcage
Kelleraumentwässerungspumpe
Bomba De Sentina
- Rotodynamic Multi-Stage
43 Radially Split
Multicellulaire á Simple Flux
Mehrstufige Einströmige
Multicelular de Flugo simple
44 Axially Split
Multicellulaire á Joint Longitudinal
Mehrstufige
Längsgeteilte Pumpe
Multicelular Con Junta Longitudinal
45 Barrel Insert
Multicellulaire á Double Enveloppe
Mantelgehäusepumpe
Multicelular De Doble Envoltura
46 Sump Pump
Pompe de Puits
Grubenentleerungspumpe
Bomba Sumergida 47 Caisson
Multicellulaire à Cuve de Charge
Mehrstufige
Mantelgehäusepumpe
Multicelular con Cuba de Carga
48 Borehole Shaft Driven
Pompe de Forage à Ligne D’Arbe
Bohrlochwellenpumpe
Bomba Centrifuga Para Pozo Profundo
Positive Displacement - Rotary
49 Flexible Vane
Pompe á Palettes Flexibles
Flügelzellenpumpe mit Elastischem Verdränger
Bombas de Paletas Flexibles
50 Internal Gear
Pompe á Engrenages Zahnradpumpe
Bomba de Engranajes
51 External Gear
Pompe á Engrenages Zahnradpumpe
Bomba de Engranajes
52 Sliding Vane
Pompe á Palette Retinue
Trennflügelpumpe
Bomba de Paletas Retenidas
53 Lobe
Pompe à Lobes
Kreiskolbenpumpe
Bomba Lobular
54 Orbital Lobe
Pompe á Rotor Excentrique
DrehkolbenMembranpumpe
Bomba Con el Rotor Excentrico
55 Screw
Pompe á Vis
Schraubenspindelpumpe
Bomba de Tornillo
56 Helical Rotor
Pompe á Vis Excentrée
Exzenterschneckenpumpe
Bomba de Tornillo Excéntrico
57 Archimedian Screw
Vis D’Archimède
Schneckentrogpumpe Tornillo de Arquimedes
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58 Peristaltic
Pompe Peristaltique
Schlauchpumpe
Bomba de Paletas Flexibles
59 Rotary Diaphragm Pump
Pompe Volumetrique Rotative á Diaphragme
Rotierende
Membranpumpe
Bomba De Diafraoma Rotativa
- Reciprocating
60 Diaphragm Single/Double Acting
Pompe á Membrane á Single et á Double Effet
Einfach Und Zweifachwirkende Mebranpumpe
Bomba de Membrana de Effecto Simple y Double
61 Diaphragm Oil Free
Pompe á Membrane Exempt d’Huile
Membranpumpe Ölfrei
Bomba de Membrana Exento de Aceite
- Miscellaneous
64 Jet
Ejecteur á Liquide
Flüssigkeitsstrahlpumpe
Eyector por Liquido
65 Proportion & Dosing
Pompe Doseuse
Dosierpumpe
Bomba Dosificadora
66 Liquid Ring
Pompe á Anneau Liquid
Flüssigkeitsringpumpe
Bomba de Anillo Liquido
62 Piston
Pompe á Pistons
Kolbenpumpe
Bomba de Pistones
63 Plunger/Ram
Pompe á Pistons Plongeurs
Tauchkolbenpumpe
Bomba de Pistón Plongeur
67 Hand Pump
Pompe á Main Handpumpe
Bomba De Mano
68 Macerator
Pompe Dilaceratrice
Zerhackerpumpe
Bomba de Desmenuzamiento
Pump Types
Pump Types
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Pump Applications
Pump Applications
Pump Applications
Pump Applications
Mechanical Seals and Couplings
PUSHER SEAL
Several forms of pusher seals are available using a single spring or multispring configuration to suit a wide range of industries. Available in a wide range of materials for pumps compressors and mixers. Balanced and unbalanced options available to meet National and International standards.
BEARING ISOLATOR SEALS
Designed to protect bearings by eliminating lubricant leakage and excluding contaminants from entering into the bearing. A wide range of designs are available including standard flanged, non-flanged, multiport and split plummer block design.
STANDBY SEALS
Used as a backup to the primary seal, standby seals provide additional protection to contain V.O.C. in compliance with national and international standards. Several forms are available including non-contacting and contacting dry run seals. Usually no liquid barrier or buffer system is required.
CARTRIDGE SEALS
All seal types can be assembled into cartridges in addition there are standard designs, the purpose of which is to make installation and maintenance simpler.
BELLOWS SEALS
Rubber bellows seal are commonly used in aqueous and general chemical duties. PTFE externally mounted versions are available for highly corrosive services. Edge welded and formed metal bellows are available in a variety of corrosion resistant materials to suit medium and high temperature applications.
SPLIT SEALS
In many installations it is impractical or inconvenient to dismantle equipment for the replacement of worn seal parts. Split seals allow for easy installation and maintenance of the mechanical seal. Split seals are ideally suited for sealing water, oil, petroleum products etc. In applications where small leakage of the pumped product can be tolerated.
GAS SEALS
Single and dual seal arrangements available for a wide variety of applications including pumps, steam turbines, fans and compressors. Gas seals operate on the principle of grooved faced technology operating with a constant supply of regulated filtered gas.
Flexible Couplings
FLEXIBOX (METASTREAM)
Type MHSS – reduced mass space coupling with non-sparking guard bush for safety, reliability and unlimited life. Type TSKS ‘waisted link membrane’ type spacer coupling with overload drive protection. For use on all types of rotating equipment drives
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Member Company Profiles
On the following pages you will find detailed information about BPMA members
The following is the list of BPMA members (as of May 2024). The profiles of many of these companies will be found on the next 18 pages.
ABB Ltd
AESSEAL Plc
Albany Engineering Co Limited
Altecnic Ltd – CALEFFI Group
Ambic Equipment Limited
Apex Pumps
Armstrong Fluid Technology
Atlas Copco Power Technique
Atom Water Pump Solutions Ltd
AVT PUMP
AxFlow Limited
Barnwell Services Ltd
BPS Pumps Ltd
British Autogard Ltd (Regal Rexnord)
Brook Crompton
Calpeda
Campion Pumps
Caprari Pumps (UK) Ltd
CELEROS FT – ClydeUnion Pumps
CEMB Hofmann UK Ltd
CHC Group
Chemquip Limited
Combined Pumps Corp Ltd
Crest Pumps Ltd
DAB Pumps Limited
DPS Ltd
Eastern Seals (UK) Ltd
EBARA Pumps Europe S.P.A – United Kingdom
ERIKS UK
ESPA Pumps (UK) Ltd
Euroflo Fluid Handling Ltd
Exalto Bearings Ltd
Flow Magazine
Flowserve
Flowtech Water Solutions Ltd
Flux Pumps International (UK) Ltd
G.M.Treble Ltd
GMT Electrical Services Ltd
Greene, Tweed & Co Limited
Grundfos Pumps Ltd
Hayward Tyler
HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps
HOSS Engineering
Houghton International Electrical Services Ltd
Ingersoll Rand Pumps
Innomotics Motors and Large Drives Limited
ITT Industries UK
John Crane
KGN Pillinger
KSB Limited
KTR UK Ltd
Lafert Electric Motors Ltd
LFH Fluid Control Limited
Lincoln Crankshaft & Machine Ltd
M Seals UK Ltd
March May Ltd
Martin Sprocket & Gear UK Ltd
MDM Pumps Ltd
Megator Ltd
Menzel Great Britain Limited
Metcor Group
Michael Smith Engineers Ltd
MJB Engineering Precision Ltd
Morgan Advanced Materials
NOV Process & Flow Technologies UK Ltd
Patterson Pump Ireland Ltd
PressBoost Ltd
Pumps (UK) Ltd
Pumps and Motors UK Ltd
PumpServ
Ram Pumps Ltd
Rapid Solutions (International) Ltd
Rauschert Ltd
Reflex Winkelmann GMBH
Roto Pumps Ltd
Ruhrpumpen
Salamander Pumps
Seal & Pump Engineering (UK) Ltd
Secure Meters (UK) Ltd
Selwood Pump Company Ltd
SFA Saniflo UK Ltd
Siemens DF PD
SPP Pumps
SPX Flow Europe Ltd
Stuart Turner Limited
Sulzer Pump Solutions Ireland Ltd
Super Drain Ltd
TEC Electric Motors Ltd
The Pump Company Ltd
Tomlinson Hall & Co Ltd
Tsurumi UK Ltd
T-T Pumps Limited
Tucson Pumps Ltd
Unibloc Hygienic Technologies UK, Ltd
Viking Pump Hygienic Ltd
Vogelsang Ltd
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
WEG (UK) Ltd
Weir Minerals Europe Limited
Wilo (UK) Ltd
Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd
Associate members
AEMT (Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades)
Eurofins E&E CML Limited
Fluid & Energy Solutions Consultancy Ltd
Fluid Performance Solutions Limited
HHIC (Heating & Hotwater Industry Council)
International Data Entry & Access Ltd
Rustek
Kiwa Watertec
Solutions in IT Ltd
Touchwave Media Ltd
World Pumps
Ypsee
Company Profiles
ABB Limited
3100 Daresbury Park
Daresbury Warrington
Cheshire WA4 4BT
Telephone: 01925 741111
Fax: 01925 741212
E-mail: motor.sales.uk@gb.abb.com
Web site: https://new.abb.com/uk No of Employees: 40
Quality Assurance: BS EN ISO 9001
Standards: All production units are certified to the ISO 14001 Environmental Standard as well as the OHSAS 18001 Standard for Occupational Health & Safety. All products conform to the applicable European Directives appropriate to the product.
The Perfect Match
ABB Motors and Drives are perfectly matched to support your business no matter what industry you are in. Our range for pumps includes low and medium-voltage motors and drives, and associated products and services.
• ABB Motors: Available in low and medium voltages, ranging from 0.06 kW to over 60 MW, ABB provides options with aluminum and cast-iron frames for use in Safe or Hazardous Areas.
• ABB Drives: Available in low and medium voltages, ranging from 0.37 kW to 100+ MW, these drives can come equipped with built-in pump control functions. Features include soft pipe filling, pump auto change, redundancy, pump protection, flow calculation, multi-pump control, pump priority, sleep boost, level control, and pump cleaning.
• Synchronous Reluctance (SynRM) Motor and Drive Package: The IE5 SynRM reduces operational costs and could consume up to 50% less energy compared to the more commonly used DOL IE2 induction motor.
• ABB Ability Powertrain, in collaboration with Samotics, provides remote monitoring services for variable speed drives, motors, pumps, and other assets. Our secure cloud-based system offers precise maintenance insights, energy usage analysis, early warning alerts, and performance enhancements.
Albany Engineering Co Limited
Church Road
Lydney
Gloucestershire GL15 5EQ
Telephone: 01594 842275
Fax: 01594 842574
E-mail: sales@albany-pumps.co.uk
Web site: http://www.albany-pumps.co.uk
No of Employees: 58
Turnover: £1m – £5m
Quality Assurance: BS EN ISO 9001:2015
Standards: VdS 2344:2014-07
Albany Pumps makes standard, customised and special positive displacement pumps from 5L/min to 500 M3/hr. We manufacture external gear pumps, twin screw pumps and rotary lobe pumps. We supply large OEMs and direct to users, last year exporting to more than 40 countries. Notable is the new range of twin screw pumps manufactured by Albany and developed from the well respected Stothert & Pitt range, which sold around the world. Albany supply spares and exact replacements for Stothert and Pitt pumps using all their original records, dating back to the 1930s. Albany also support pumps from five other brands which the company has taken over.
A wide range of markets are supplied, including:
Lubrication: pumps are supplied for lubrication in large machines, notably turbines and compressors. We manufacture customised pumps for OEM customers who install product across the world.
Bitumen: Albany supply heated gear and screw pumps for every stage of the bitumen process. Albany have developed a simple leak free cartridge seal which eliminates leaks from pumps.
Foam Concentrate: we manufacture pumps for Fire Fighting Foam duties for a world wide market. We have the German VdS approval for a range of foam pumps. For the ultimate in safety, we can supply Pelton Wheel driven pumps.
Armed Forces: Albany has supplied Gear, Screw, Centrifugal and Lobe Pumps to the Army, Royal Navy and the Air Force as well as other forces across the world.
Food: Albany Pumps are used for Molasses, chocolate and other food products.
AESSEAL Plc
Mill Close
Rotherham S60 1BZ
Telephone: 01709 369 966
E-mail: enquiries@aessel.info
Web site: http://www.aesseal.com
No of Employees: 2000+
Turnover: £65m+
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/TS 29001, ISO 37001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001 & ISO14064
AESSEAL® is a designer and manufacture of sustainable sealing solutions with mechanical seals, bearing protectors, seal support systems and gland packing which maximize rotating equipment up-time Covering all industrial sectors, AESSEAL® operates from 235 locations in 104 countries including 9 manufacturing and 44 repair locations and has more than 300 customer service representatives who visit industrial plants every day.
AESSEAL® aim to exceed all customer expectations in delivery, quality, reliability and service. Mechanical Seals from AESSEAL® are used in a wide range of pumps and rotating equipment worldwide to prevent liquids and gases from escaping into the environment.
AESSEAL part of the AES Engineering Ltd Group are a Net Zero manufacturer, with global business activities delivering CO2e savings equivalent to the environmental impact of more than 18 million trees, according to figures verified by the leading standards organisation BSI.
• Over 7% of annual sales revenue has been reinvested in R&D over several decades, resulting in some of the most advanced sealing technology available today including
• Modular design to ensure the best on-time delivery performance in the industry
• Customers save billions of litres of water each year, significantly reducing costs and water waste.
• As part of a seal management program, AESSEAL® provide a no-work, no-pay warranty and a guaranteed 48-hour shipment of standard products.
Altecnic Ltd – CALEFFI Group
Mustang Drive
Stafford Staffs ST16 1GW
Telephone: 01785 218200
Fax: 01785 218201
E-mail: sales@altecnic.co.uk
Web site: https://www.altecnic.co.uk/ No of Employees: 99 (GB & ROI)
Turnover: £40m Worldwide Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, 118001:2007 OHSAS, 19001 ISO 45001:2018
Established near Stafford in 1987, Altecnic is the UK’s leading supplier and manufacturer of hydronic solutions for both commercial and domestic markets.
As part of the Caleffi Group, our Italy based manufacturing partner and parent company, our products satisfy the needs of a wide range of industry sectors such as trade merchants, original equipment manufacturers, engineers and specifiers, while complying with all UK and European industry legislation and standards.
Within Altecnic we house a wealth of industry-leading expertise and new product development, supported by dedicated technical and customer service teams. While our image has changed to reflect the dynamism of the company, our beliefs and values remain the same: to offer market-leading quality products to the plumbing and heating industry throughout the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Throughout our operations, we continually strive as an environmentally responsible business, Investors in People accredited and proud holders of ISO9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and 45001:2018 certification, as well as being recently awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus certification.
Company Profiles
Ambic Equipment Limited
1 Parkside Avenue Two Station Lane
Witney
Oxfordshire OX28 4YF
Telephone: +44 (0)1993 776555
E-mail: sales@ambic.co.uk
Web site: www.ambic.co.uk
No of Employees: 36 worldwide Quality Assurance: ISO 9001, ISO 14001
Ambic, established in 1977 has grown both organically as well as through strategic acquisitions. In 2013 Ambic Equipment Ltd. acquired R. F. Electronics, a specialist in the design and manufacture of Peristaltic Pumps and ancillary products.
RFE, originally founded in 1970, established a name for innovation and quality product through sound design and thorough processes. The heritage of both companies has been founded on this common ethos and thrives in all our operations today.
Based at our facilities in Witney, Oxfordshire, we research, design, test, manufacture and assemble a full range of Peristaltic Pumps, Dosing and Dilution Systems. All with a small but dedicated team who take pride in delivering products and service that exceed our customers exacting needs.
Ambic offer a bespoke design service for clients as well as offering a range of standard configurations, that includes: -
Low, L+M & Industrial
Ambic’s range of pumps across three units and multiple configurations, can provide flow rates from 20ml – 6000ml/minute. The range includes 9, 12, 24Vdc and 110 & 230vAC motors, speed control as well as alternative methods. Combined with a range of peristaltic tube sizes and materials, we are confident that we can meet your needs.
If you have a need or would like to talk to the team, we would be pleased to work with you on your next or existing projects.
Web site: http://www.armstrongfluidtechnology.com/en-gb
No of Employees: 100
Turnover: £15m+
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001-2000, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, BS EN 1090, FM, UL, Achilles, WRAS
Armstrong Fluid Technology are a leading global player in HVAC. We design and manufacture innovative fluid flow equipment and high efficiency energy solutions for a broad range and scale of HVAC applications.
Our expertise lies in the integration of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, variable speed, and demand-based controls. Integrating mechanical equipment and digital controls in a way that no other company can match, Armstrong solutions deliver optimum lifetime building performance combined with the lowest first cost and lowest life cost.
With over 1200 employees worldwide, operating eight manufacturing facilities on three continents, Armstrong Fluid Technology is known around the world as a leader and innovator in the design, engineering and manufacturing of intelligent HVAC fluid-flow equipment and high efficiency energy solutions for a broad range and scale of applications (including but not limited to district energy, data centres, fire systems, gas transmissions, high-rise and mixed commercial buildings, hospitals, hotels, retail and education facilities).
The foundation of our core competencies is Demand-based control, Digitalization, Fluid Flow, and Heat Transfer where we are uniquely positioned to combine high-quality hardware, controls intelligence, and related services into fully integrated building energy solutions. These solutions offer optimum lifetime building performance through maximum design-, build- and operating flexibility, lowest project and operating risks, and lowest installed and life cost.
Armstrong remains committed to pushing the envelope further to deliver even higher-efficiency, innovative products that can provide the flexibility and adaptability to meet the future needs of our cities.
Apex Pumps
Unit 4 Morley Road
Staple Hill
Bristol BS16 4QT
Telephone: 0117 907 7555
E-mail: sales@apexpumps.com
Web site: http://www.apexpumps.com
No of Employees: 25
Turnover: £4M
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001
Apex Pumps design and manufacture a wide range of centrifugal pumps, manufactured in the UK for industry, building services, aquaculture, petrochemical plant and many other demanding applications. Utilising our onsite Replicast® foundry Apex Pumps can offer a wide range of materials including, cast steels, bronze, stainless steels, Duplex, Nickel alloys and Titanium. Pumps can be engineered by our in house design team to your exact requirements.
Apex Pumps are operating both within the UK and around the world on installations where efficiency and reliability are of prime importance, and we have earned an enviable reputation for the quality and endurance of our products.
Our experienced sales team take special care to ensure that the right pump is chosen for the specific application. We would be pleased to receive details of your pump requirements.
AVT PUMP
Unit 2 Easter Court Europa Boulevard Warrington Cheshire WA5 7ZB
Telephone: 03303 322101
E-mail: enquiries@avtpump.com.
Web site: http://www.avtpump.com
No of Employees: 50+
Turnover: £6m + Quality Assurance: yes Standards: ISO 9001
AVTPUMP is one of the UK’s largest independent pump and service businesses, partnering with advanced and niche OEMs to offer reliability solutions for a wide range of industry sectors. Having established itself as a market leader in the total asset management concept since 1997, AVTPUMP is able to offer a complete range of pump services from repair and upgrade through to supply and technical support.
A network of ISO accredited reliability centres is strategically placed to offer 24/7 support, specialising in the difficult to resolve applications utilising the team’s combined knowledge and practical experience.
Working with sister companies, AVTPUMP can offer the complete reliability package from purchase through to long term monitoring, RCA and service.
Top tier COMAH experience offers specialist support through from human factors assessment to recording the right information and technical traceability of every repair.
As an independent pump distributor, AVTPUMP will assess your requirements and offer the right, reliability focused solution and is even able to offer alternative technology, such as sealless or eccentric disc.
The AVTPUMP Vacuum team offer on site and workshop based servicing and support with partners including Edwards and Pfieffer, regularly audited by its partners to ensure the highest standards of repair and service no matter the industry.
Part of Axel Johnson AB with sales of over 7 billion euro and 20,000 employees worldwide, the AxFlow Group is one of Europe’s largest suppliers of technical pumps with offices and service locations in 26 European countries, New Zealand and Australia.
In the UK AxFlow has a history going back 65 years. Over these years AxFlow GB has established itself as a leading pump supplier and boasts one of the largest ranges of process pumps in the UK. The company’s pump portfolio includes both positive displacement pumps such as circumferential piston, AODD, metering, peristaltic, gear, oscillating disc and lobe; as well as centrifugal pumps which embraces DIN, ISO, double suction, magnetically driven and hygienic models. Having become the exclusive distributor of APV products, AxFlow now offers heat exchangers, homogenisers and hygienic valves.
AxFlow GB also provides a range of pump services from its 5 locations spread across the UK. These services include installation, monitoring along with comprehensive pump and seal repair capabilities.
Barnwell Services Ltd
Reginald Road
Smethwick
West Midlands B67 5AS
Telephone: +44 (0) 121 429 8011
Fax: + 44 (0) 121 434 3016
E-mail: sales@barnwell.co.uk
Web site: http://www.barnwell.co.uk
Quality Assurance: ISO9001: 2008 stockist
M Barnwell Services is the UK’s largest independent stockist and distributor of fluid sealing products with manufacturing capabilities, offering a total sealing solution. With over 40 years’ experience we have always exceeded our customers’ expectations through consistent delivery of quality, service and value. We aim to always work in partnership with our customers to provide expert industry knowledge, technical expertise and reduce their long-term costs. Applying our unique product knowledge to specific customer needs, we always offer the right sealing solution for any industry.
Some of our popular products and services include:
• Fluid Sealing Products – Any type, brand, no quantity too small. Including Oil Seals / Rotary Shaft
• Seals, Mechanical Seals, Shaft Repair Kits, O-Rings and Gaskets
• High Performance Elastomers – High / Low Temp range, Explosive Decompression Resistant
• Aftermarket Repair Kits – Tailor made to your requirements
• Sealmaker – Same day response / 24 hour production of seals
• Clean Room Service – Class 10,000: American Standard AFS209E, Class 7 ISO14644-1
• Kitting & Bagging – Includes Image Branding Facility
• Barnwell Selection Box – Range & Ancillary Products
We believe in maintaining outstanding standards across our entire business. As an ISO 9001 and 14001 certified company, you can rest assured that our entire focus is on delivering a quality service from start to finish while being environmentally responsible wherever possible.
If you would like more information on M Barnwell Services Ltd visit the company’s website http://www.barnwell.co.uk/ or contact the team on 0121 429 8011 or email pump@barnwell.co.uk
Brook Crompton
St Thomas’ Road
Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD1 3LJ
Telephone: +44 (0) 1484 557200
Fax: +44 (0) 1484 557201
E-mail: sales@brookcrompton.com
Web site: http://www.brookcrompton.com
No of Employees: 38
Turnover: £18m+
Quality Assurance: BS EN ISO 9001:2000
Brook Crompton currently supply motors to the pump industry, and have done for over 120 years. The comprehensive range of motors L.V, M.V and H.V are especially suited to a diverse range of applications:
• Food industry pumps (subject to hosing down)
• Slurry pumps with suspended solids (e.g. china clay)
• Crude Oil Distribution (a severe duty at high pressures)
• Boiler feeds
• Chemical process pumps
• Pumps storage energy systems
• Mine pumps to prevent flooding
• Circulating cooling water condensers in power stations
• Sewerage, storm water pumps (often vertical)
• Bore hole submersible pumps.
The motor business has evolved alongside the pumps industry, and custom solutions have become industry specifications or requirements. Typical of these are EEMUA, Shell, Aramco, & Lloyds. All Brook Crompton motors are manufactured in ISO9001 assured factories.
The comprehensive range includes single, three phase; safe area, hazardous area; totally enclosed and explosion proof enclosures; cast iron or aluminium construction, and special bespoke motors, e.g. stator rotor units. Brook Crompton motors comply with the latest harmonised standards (IEC 60034-30) with IE3 and IE4 motors available from stock. Brook Crompton, a Wolong Group Company has worldwide manufacturing facilities and sales offices.
Brook Crompton supply WIMES specification motors for the water industry, which are available in IE3 and IE4 and IE5 efficiency levels.
E-mail: pumps@calpeda.co.uk Web site: https://uk.calpeda.com
No of Employees: 30
Turnover: £1 – 5m
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001 Standards: ISO 14001
Manufacturers of a wide range of pumps in cast iron, bronze, stainless steel and specialist polymers. High technology manufacturing, coupled with our own cast iron and bronze and stainless steel foundries, facilitates high volume production with total flexibility and fast lead times.
Every pump is subject to a full production 'wet' test, unusual in such a high volume production environment. Calpeda products are available throughout the world via over 30 sales service and distribution centres including some 16 directly owned subsidiaries.
Calpeda has been part of the UK pump market for over 50 years, with Calpeda Limited being a directly owned subsidiary of Calpeda S.p.A.
Our centrally located Bicester headquarters, customer services and training center in Pontefract and regional office in Dublin, provide technical sales, service and distribution with a complete pump packaging service, specialising in the production of variable speed automatic pump sets along with pump and tank assemblies complient with current legislation.
With over 35 years’ experience in the pump industry, Campion Pumps are leading providers of water and wastewater pumping solutions. We design, supply, install and commission a full range of pumping and treatment solutions to commercial, industrial, agricultural and domestic customers. Our wide range of products and services offered means we are a total solution provider to our clients. As a lead distributor in Ireland for major industry brands, we provide full, end to end, bespoke solutions to our customers. Our water monitoring service Campion Connect, is available to customers on a SAAS model.
Campion's internet-based control and monitoring system Campion Connect, enables users to fully monitor and control their water system. Utilising embedded IoT, WiFi, GSM and GPRS technologies, Campion Connect monitors real-time pump activity and issues alerts when events are detected. The system allows users to pre-empt system failures and trend system outputs and data. Through our user interface and gateway components we can make any pump system a “smart system”. The differentiator being the technology behind the system we developed in house makes it independent of specific manufacturers and can interface with a wide range of devices and brand. Allowing us to retrofit systems to bring them online.
Our online monitoring platform is supported by Camion Connect App. Our app allows users to record and submit detailed reports instantly. Working with customers’ existing water system, the Campion Connect App reduces paperwork while providing real time information. Routine and mandatory tasks are completed on time with automatic reminders and recorded on secure Azure cloud servers.
Campion Pumps is a dynamic and responsive business, working with our customers to provide complete water system solutions.
CELEROS FT – ClydeUnion Pumps
149 Newlands Road
Cathcart
Glasgow G44 4EX
Telephone: 0141 637 7141
E-mail: cu.glasgow@celerosft.com
Web site: https://celerosft.com/clydeunion-pumps
No of Employees: 297
Turnover: £44m+
Quality Assurance: EN ISO 50001:2011, EN ISO 14001:2015, EN ISO 9001:2015
Standards: HAF 604, ASME N, NS & NPT Certification; Achilles JQS Certification; Achilles UVDB; First Point Assessment.
Celeros Flow Technology's ClydeUnion Pumps brand is known worldwide for supplying reliable and robust engineered pumping solutions stemming from over 140 years of industry expertise.
As a leading pump company, we cover every aspect of the product cycle – from initial design and advice on process improvements, through manufacture and installation, to maintenance, refurbishment, upgrading, and decommissioning.
Our experience spans several complex industries including oil and gas, nuclear and conventional power generation, energy transition, desalination, and other key markets relevant to our product portfolio. We also play an instrumental role in securing the vital energy and water resources that a sustainable society will rely on in the future.
Our product range includes:
• Centrifugal Pumps: Between Bearings; Overhung Pumps; Vertical Pumps
• Reciprocating Pumps
• Submersible Pumps
• Screw Pumps
• Vane Pumps
• Specialised Pumps
The ClydeUnion Pumps product range compliments Celeros Flow Technology’s portfolio of brands which includes, Copes Vulcan, GD Engineering, M&J Valve, Plenty and S&N Pumps.
Caprari manufactures a comprehensive range of centrifugal, vortex and electric submersible pumps for Clean Water and Wastewater applications. Caprari have over 70 years' experience in development and manufacture of pumps, supplying to over 60 countries worldwide. Caprari culture is based on customer service through, advanced technologies, design innovation and continued investment in production excellence.
Caprari, are one of the largest independent pump manufacturers in the world, we provide expertise in installation, maintenance and refurbishment. Caprari pumps are suitable for use in a wide range of applications such as water treatment, water supply, sewerage, boiler feed, land reclamation, irrigation, landscaping, sports turf, industry and marine. Caprari product range includes;
• Submersible borehole
• Vertical shaft driven
• Horizontal multistage
• Horizontal mixers
• Submersible sewage
• Horizontal single stage
• Vertical multistage
Caprari Site Services team are specialist in the provision of Adoptable Pumping Stations and Package Pumping Stations complete with shredder, torque flow or single channel impeller, sewage pumps. Package stations are available in a variety of sizes ranging from single pump applications for households to large dual pump stations for sewage and stormwater from restaurants, shops, housing estates.
Caprari are quality assured to ISO9001:2015 and have an Environmental Management System compliant with ISO14001:2015
Technical advice on selection of pumps for specific applications available from Caprari. Spare parts and maintenance contracts are also available.
CEMB Hofmann UK Ltd
Unit 1, Longwood Road
Trafford Park
Manchester M17 1PZ
Telephone: 0161 872 3122
E-mail: sales@cembhofmann.co.uk
Web site: https://www.cembhofmann.co.uk/ No of Employees: 10
Turnover: £400k
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001-2015.
The most comprehensive UK balancing service – Based in Manchester, we are the UK’s sales and service centre for CEMB S.p.A. and Hofmann Maschinen – und Anlagenbau GmbH. All services are delivered by our UK based team.
Horizontal balancing machines – Supplied with either belt or cardan drives or a combination of both. Options include bed extensions, roller carriages, B or C class guarding plus assisted balancing software including drilling, milling, FFT and Whip Sensor.
Suitable for measuring static and dynamic unbalance for balancing rotors up to 60,000 kg including armatures, fans, pump impellers and rollers.
Vertical balancing machines – For balancing a variety of sizes and types of rotor in one-plane configuration for the measurement of static unbalance, or in two planes for the measurement of dynamic unbalance.
Automatic and manual balancing machines – supplied to your requirements. All fitted with the latest touch screen technology, Windows operating system plus operator assisted correction programs.
Contract balancing – Our UK service centre is equipped with a large range of both horizontal and vertical machines capable of precision balancing both rigid and flexible rotors. We offer a flexible service covering high volumes, one-offs, 24hr breakdown service and prototypes.
Portable equipment – Portable vibrometers, balancers and condition monitoring equipment – all compact and rugged with large, colour display. We also offer a range of condition monitoring systems plus vibration transmitters.
Technical support & services – Where issues can’t be resolved over the phone one of our specialist engineers will arrange for a technician to be on site within 24 hrs.
Spare Parts – We are the only UK supplier of genuine CEMB and Hofmann spare parts.
Service and calibration – Our technicians follow the manufacturers’ service plan so you can expect a detailed on-site service including inspection, maintenance, detailed service reports and certification.
Machine installations – We will allocate an engineer to install and commission your machine on an agreed date.
Company Profiles
Combined Pumps Corp Ltd
Combined House
Howe Moss Terrace
Kirkhill Industrial Estate
Dyce
Aberdeen AB21 0GR
Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 724 177
E-mail: info@combinedpumps.com
Web site: https://www.combinedpumps.com/ No of Employees: 16
Turnover: £4m
Standards: ISO9001:2015
Combined pumps have been in the pump business for more than 20 years, specialising in chemical injection, pressure testing and fluid transfer. We can offer a complete pumping solution, depending on the requirements and needs of our clients.
Combined Pumps offer unique pumping solutions through our range of specially designed and manufactured pump systems.
We design, engineer and manufacture all our own pump systems on site at our Aberdeen facility and hold ISO 9001 accreditation illustrating our commitment to quality and certification. In addition to offering pump systems for sale or for rent we can also offer support through training, technical support, spares and maintenance.
Crest Pumps Ltd
7 Queensway
Stem Lane Industrial Estate
New Milton Hampshire BH25 5NN
Telephone: 01425 627700
E-mail: info@crestpumps.co.uk
Web site: http://www.crestpumps.co.uk/ No of Employees: 15
Turnover: £1m plus Quality Assurance: ISO 9001, ISO 14001
Pump failure can create the wrong kind of pressure with an unplanned disruption adding to your busy workload. As a British manufacturer, we understand how the financial and reputational cost of a plant shutdown is unthinkable, and as engineers you can trust Crest Pumps for reliable corrosion and chemical resistant pumps built to run like clockwork.
Crest Pumps are a British manufacturer of chemical resistant centrifugal pumps including magnetic drive or mechanically sealed in thermo-plastic or metallic and have specialised in this field since 1973.
We can build you the ideal pump to match your application and tailor it to your requirements, offering you the best solution for reliability and longevity
With Crest Pumps you’ll receive lifetime support from a family-run business who truly care!
DAB Pumps Limited
Unit 6
Gilberd Court
Newcomen Way
Severalls Park
Colchester CO4 9WN
Telephone: 0333 777 5010
E-mail: ordersuk@dwtgroup.com
Web site: http://uk.dabpumps.com
No of Employees: 26
Turnover: £10m+
Founded in Veneto in 1975, DAB PUMPS has been operating in the motor-driven water pumps industry for over 40 years and is recognised in Italy and globally as one of the leading companies in this sector. With eight production plants and numerous local branches in Europe and around the world, DAB PUMPS has a multinational outlook whilst maintaining strong ties to the values of a local market.
DAB PUMPS offer customers a complete line of products that meet even the most specific and demanding requirements, whilst ensuring the highest degree of reliability.
We operate and distribute into six key market segments.
Residential building services, commercial building services, water supply services, swimming pool, OEM and industrial & waste water utilities.
Here in the UK, we are located in Colchester, Essex where we manage all business activities for the UK and Irish markets.
Eastern Seals (UK) Ltd
Unit 3, Sovereign Business Park Jubilee Industrial Estate
Ashington
Northumberland NE63 8UG
Telephone: 01670 840529
E-mail: sales@easternseals.co.uk
Web site: https://www.easternseals.co.uk/ No of Employees: 27 Quality Assurance: ISO9001
Eastern Seals (UK) Ltd is a leading global Supplier of sealing products. We provide a wide range of O-Rings including FEP Encapsulated O-Rings, Spring O-Rings and O-Ring Cord. Other sealing products we offer include Back-up Rings, Bonded Seals, X-Rings, V-Rings, Oil Seals and Bespoke Rubber Mouldings. Eastern Seals supply countless industries around the world from Automotive and Aerospace to Oil and Gas. We offer the seal industry’s widest range of products with unrivalled services and capabilities to meet your requirements.
We supply NORSOK M-710 approved materials, as well as other Approved / Certified products. These include compounds for use with drinking water or food applications, e.g. WRAS and FDA. approved to the latest Aerospace / Military specifications. Eastern Seals also offers a wide range of Perfluoroelastomers suitable for extreme environments.
Eastern Seals UK Ltd now proudly provide Olypsys®, the groundbreaking mobile application revolutionising the way O-Rings are measured. With Olypsys®, bid farewell to the days of relying on manual measurement tools and complex calculations. Olypsys® Revolutionary O-Ring Measurement & Measuring Tool, seamlessly integrates cutting-edge machine learning algorithms, contemporary smartphone vision technology, and artificial intelligence to deliver precise and effortless measurements in a matter of seconds.
Vulclast®, a trademark of Eastern Seals UK Ltd, serves as the company’s premier offering in the O-ring market. It features a 45-degree jointed scarf cut and is hot-bonded through a vulcanization process. Vulclast® O-rings are made from a variety of high-quality materials, including Viton, Nitrile, HNBR (Hydrogenated NBR), Silicone, and EPDM, all of which are sourced from extruded cord. This versatility makes it simple to design a custom O-ring tailored to your specific requirements.
We recognise that our customers are the most important part of our company. It is our belief that customers not only want top quality products, competitive prices and excellent service, but also a supplier who is easy to deal with. We can source O-rings in any material, any Colour, any Shore Hardness, and any Size.
ESPA Pumps (UK) Ltd
15 Riverside Avenue West Lawford
Manningtree
Essex CO11 1UN
Telephone: 01206 391291
Fax: 01206 391239
E-mail: hello.eduk@espa.com
Web site: https://www.espa.com/uk/
No of Employees: 10
Turnover: £1.5M
ESPA Pumps UK are one of the leading pump manufacturers. We service the domestic, commercial and residential sectors.
ESPA Pumps UK operates from our 10,000 sq. ft. premises based in Manningtree, Essex. We offer a comprehensive range of efficient and reliable pumps suitable for Industrial, irrigation, rainwater harvesting, swimming pool, hydro massage, spa & wellness and many other sectors.
We are at the forefront in the development and manufacturing of cold water booster sets. WRAS approved components are incorporated for use in the Building Services sector. In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of pressurisation units and firefighting equipment.
Service and commitment to the customer is paramount to ESPA. Our technically trained internal and external sales team handle enquiries and offer technical advice in an efficient and knowledgeable manner. We are a solutions based company with the knowledge and product range to assist the customer in achieving maximum pumping efficiency at competitive prices. Our aim is to build beneficial long term customer relationships.
ESPA has an ongoing policy of product development based on market demands. We manufacture efficient, well-engineered and innovative products to meet the high standards required by the customer.
ESPA Pumps (UK) ltd is a subsidiary of the Spanish ESPA Group and has been serving the UK market since 1989. ESPA operate on a worldwide basis with manufacturing bases located in Banyoles (Spain), Chile, France and China. ESPA subsidiaries can be found in Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Turkey, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, India and Russia.
G.M.Treble Ltd
New Street
Parkfields
Wolverhampton WV4 6AN
Telephone: 01902 333 111
E-mail: sales@gmtreble.co.uk
Web site: https://trebles.co.uk/
No of Employees: 70
Turnover: £33m Global
Quality Assurance: ISO 90001
Established in 1966, Trebles has over 50 years of experience in the pump and fluid circulation industry. The Trebles brand is still the largest independently owned pump distributor and fluid circulation specialist in the UK.
Trebles’ expertise extends beyond just a handful of pump types and brands, collaborating with over 50 suppliers for fluid circulation products across domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors.
The team’s 500+ years of collective pumping experience underpins their technical proficiency. Operating from a national distribution centre and manufacturing facility based in Wolverhampton, and two flagship sites: Derby and Uxbridge, Trebles not only distributes pumps nationwide but also provides comprehensive servicing, maintenance, and in-house manufacturing.
With a substantial £3.5m worth of UK stock, Trebles prioritises key products for swift, diverse applications. Trebles’ innovative contributions include the EcoBoost range, Pressbox, and more recently, the Trident pump system range.
The manufacturing and engineering department specialises in bespoke Packaged Plantrooms and Skids, catering to varied requirements.
Trebles’ UK-wide service team excels in emergency breakdowns, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs, supported by a network of engineers. With an extensive spare parts inventory, Trebles ensures the feasibility of pump repairs, earning the trust of industry leaders.
Euroflo Fluid Handling Ltd
Wexford Place
Lucks Lane Paddock Wood Kent TN12 6PA
Telephone: 01892 832144
E-mail: Sales@Euroflo.com
Web site: https://www.euroflo.com/ No of Employees: 14
At Euroflo Fluid Handling, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional pumping solutions. As the leading provider of electric submersible pumps, hydraulic submersible pumps, as well as diesel end-suction pumps, we offer top-quality pumping equipment for sale, hire, and repair. We also take pride in specialising in tailored pumping solutions, catering to an array of applications. Our exceptional pumps are well-suited for any water, sewage, or dredging application, with the brands we supply including Grindex, Dragflow and Euroflo own-brands.
Our versatile pump range caters to a broad spectrum of requirements, from lighter applications such as dewatering and slurry transport, to more demanding ones such as sewage or dense sludge removal. Our pumps can even handle highly corrosive mixtures with low pH levels, making them the ideal choice for all your pumping needs.
As the UK distributor of Grindex, we also offer a wide range of Grindex pumps that feature unique SMART technology and patented air valves. This advanced technology optimises energy consumption and extends the life of the pump's mechanical seal, resulting in long-lasting pumps and contributes to your net Zero goals. Did you know that one Magnum L pump can empty an Olympic sized swimming pool in 2 hours, consuming only 54 kilowatt-hours at £0.34p per hour? That’s only £36.72!
Our standard pumps can submerge up to 20 meters in depth, with our dredging ranges boasting submergence levels of 100 meters and beyond, thanks to our state-of-the-art technology. Our pumps also generate extremely low levels of emissions, ensuring minimal environmental impact and moving you closer to your net zero objectives while delivering maximum results.
Whether you need a standard drainage pump or a customised pumping solution, Euroflo can deliver the very best. Trust us to help you achieve your goals. Get in touch with us today and discover how we can exceed your expectations.
Greene, Tweed & Co Limited
Ruddington Fields
Ruddington
Nottingham NG11 6JS
Telephone: +44 (0) 115 9315 777
Fax: +44 (0) 115 9315 888
E-mail: rhughes@gtweed.com
Web site: http://www.gtweed.com
No of Employees: 145
Turnover: pallienne@gtweed.com
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015, EN 9100:2018, ISO 14001:2015
Greene Tweed designs and manufactures materials, components, and solutions that outperform and outlast in the world’s harshest environments. With 160 years’ experience pushing the boundaries of material science, Greene Tweed has served clients in semiconductor, oil and gas, aerospace, defense, life sciences, chemical and pharmaceutical processing, and other industries where failure is not an option. With over 200 engineers in labs across North America, Europe, and Asia, we work with you to create customized solutions that are more resilient, safe, efficient, and sustainable. Greene Tweed’s innovative thermoplastics, elastomers, composites, sealing solutions, and custom-engineered components are tailored to your critical operations’ requirements, and made to withstand extreme temperatures, pressure, chemical corrosion, and mechanical wear. Key solutions to our portfolio include (but are not limited to):
WR® and AR® Thermoplastic Composites: A durable alternative to traditional materials like bronze, cutlass rubber, and carbon graphite for wear rings, bushings, and bearings. WR® 650, our latest portfolio addition combines almost universal chemical compatibility with extended dry-running properties. Xycomp® Thermoplastic Composite Containment Shell: Eliminates eddy-current loss in sealless magnetic drive pumps and maintains sealing integrity at higher pressures and temperatures than past non-metallic shells could attain.
Chemraz® Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) seals: The ultimate elastomer combining the broadest chemical resistance with resistance to extreme temperatures, up to 325°C (617°F).
Our U.K. facility in Ruddington, Nottingham was established in 1984. This full-service facility includes onsite engineering and manufacturing capabilities, such as isostatic molding, compression and composite molding techniques, and in-house test laboratories. Recently expanded, the facility is now double its original size with increased capabilities. The growth of our Nottingham location signifies an increase in services for our global customer base, from manufacturing and on-site engineering to customer service capabilities.
Company Profiles
Grundfos Pumps Ltd
Grovebury Road
Leighton Buzzard
Beds LU7 4TL
Telephone: 01525 850000
E-mail: grundfos-uk@sales.grundfos.com
Web site: http://www.grundfos.co.uk
No of Employees: 265
Turnover: £230m
Quality Assurance: YES
Standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001
Grundfos Pumps Ltd are a UK leader in the supply of pumps and pump systems for domestic, commercial building services and process industry applications, as well as being a major supplier to the water supply and treatment industries and provider of off site build and packaged fire sets.
We are part of the Grundfos Group that employs 20,000+ people in sales and production roles, right across the globe. Founded in Denmark in 1945, the Group now has an annual turnover of £3bn+ and produces 17 million pumps per annum.
As only the second sales company to be set up outside of Denmark, we have been in the UK since 1964, and moved to our current premises in Leighton Buzzard in 1972. We employ 265+ staff who are engaged in supporting the sales, service and marketing effort and who geographically cover the UK and Northern Ireland. Our business head office is in Leighton Buzzard with regional sales offices located in Warrington and Birmingham.
We work very closely with our sister company, Grundfos Manufacturing who are based in Sunderland.
Hayward Tyler 1 Kimpton Road
Luton LU1 3LD
Telephone: +44 (0)1582 731144
E-mail: luton@haywardtyler.com
Web site: https://haywardtyler.com/
No of Employees: 125
Turnover: £20m UK and circa £75m Globally
Quality assurance: IISO 45001, JOSCAR and Achilles Membership, F4N certification, Rolls-Royce Submarines Bronze and Silver Supplier Awards
Supplier to Nuclear, MOD, O&G, Petrochemical, Power, Renewable industries. Centre of Excellence for Motor Manufacture
Hayward Tyler design, manufacture, and service performance-critical electric motors and pumps to meet the most demanding of applications for the global energy and chemical industries, as both an OEM supplier and trusted service partner. We have facilities in the UK, USA, China and India as well as a network of global service partners.
Our focus on precision and lean manufacturing make us the preferred supplier of pumps and motors for offshore platforms, power plants and industrial operations, and particularly in key applications that involve high pressure, high temperature and difficult to handle fluids.
We are proud of our reputation for supplying products with proven reliability and long-term durability and high MTBM. Our pumps and fluid-filled motors perform in a variety of challenging applications in industrial environments.
All our pumps and motors are designed to give our customers a competitive advantage with the lowest lifetime cost of ownership, and we continue to invest in innovation to ensure they remain the best available.
Products supplied and serviced:
• Nuclear reactor water coolant pumps
• Subsea motors
• Canned motor pumps
• Mixers
HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps
Marshall Road
Hampden Park Ind. Estate
Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 9AN
Telephone: +44 (0)1323 452000
E-mail: info@hmdkontro.com
Web site: http://www.hmdkontro.com
No of Employees: 100+
Turnover: £20m+
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018
HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps are the pioneers of zero leakage, magnetic drive pumps, having been the first to develop the concept and supplied their first pump in 1947.
Sealless magnetic drive pumps are suited to a wide variety of applications, from standard pumps for use in many industrial processes, particularly those in the chemical, pharmaceutical and biochemical sectors through to specialist, engineered pumps for use in the petrochemical, oil and gas industries, including sealless pumps that comply with API 685 and the appropriate elements of API 610.
HMD Kontro supplies sealless magnetic drive pumps to ASME B73.3, ISO 2858 and 15783, and API 685 industry standards, with enhanced design options including the ZeroLoss non-metallic containment shell for improved efficiency and Secondary Control or Containment for added safety and environmental protection.
HMD Kontro pumps accommodate flow rates of up to 686 m3/h and differential heads in excess of 240 m, are suited to low and high temperature pumping applications from -100 degC to +350 degC, and system pressures from vacuum to 185 bar.
Tens of thousands of HMD Kontro pumps are installed worldwide in many hostile environments. Specific benefits include low maintenance costs with no seals to replace or seal support systems to maintain, total product containment providing increased safety for plant personnel and better environmental protection, and durability with many HMD Kontro pumps still operating after multiple decades of use.
HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps are a division of Sundyne.
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015 Standards: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001
With over 35 years’ multi-industry experience in electro mechanical engineering, Houghton International are a leading provider of a wide range of services for pumps, motors, generators and all electrical rotating equipment:
• Repair, maintenance and life extension
• Efficiency and reliability improvements
• Dynamic load testing and diagnostics
• Condition monitoring and electrical and mechanical testing
• Upgrade and refurbishment
• Reverse engineering and CAD design
• Supply of new pumps and spares
• 24 hour callout service and on-site support
• All brands – independent of OEM
With a wide range of electro mechanical engineering services, we offer a full, multi-discipline service covering the whole pump and motor set and specialise in fault finding, diagnosis and root cause analysis to improve performance and eliminate issues. We use our knowledge and experience to ensure that pump systems are fit for purpose, modifying the design and upgrading the components accordingly to improve efficiency, save energy and extend the mean time between failure (MTBF).
Pump Testing and Diagnosis: After pump repair or servicing we fully test each pump, including temperature and vibration. A full performance test curve is also provided to confirm optimum performance and provide engineers with a datum to work from when installing the pump. On-site performance analysis can also be undertaken to test the performance of the pump in operation. All testing is carried out in accordance with BS EN ISO 9906-2000; API 610 or customers’ specified standards.
Mechanical Repair: We have machining and repair facilities to cover all the mechanical aspects of a pump repair and reverse engineering capabilities for obsolete and long lead parts. Parts can be radiographed, NDT tested, and PMI tested to ensure quality and maximise the life of the pump.
Fitting Facilities: Our workshops boasts a wide range of fitting facilities, including bench tools for all pumps, torque equipment, a full range of calibrated measuring equipment and a range of presses to enable the removal of impellers, couplings and bearings. We have lifting capabilities up to 40 tonne, 5m x 6m access and a 13m (42ft) working height to handle most pumps.
Balancing: With balancing facilities up to 10 tonnes for impeller and rotor balancing, all impellers are balanced prior to assembly. We strive to balance to as close to G1 as possible, without compromising the impeller, to ensure smoother operation and prolong bearing life.
Other Services: We also offer protective and performance coatings as required, to improve pump efficiency and prolong the life of the equipment. Where parts are obsolete or original spares are unavailable, on long lead-times or no longer fit for purpose we can reverse engineer all parts for improved performance. We can also design and specify systems from scratch and have full 3D CAD capabilities in-house to support these projects.
Company Profiles
ITT Industries UK
Unit 4
Faraday Office Park
Rankine Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire RG24 8QB
Telephone: +44 (0)7585 882916
E-mail: gary.sleight@itt.com
Web site: https://www.itt.com/home
No of Employees: 50
Turnover: £4.7m
ITT Industries UK are a wholly owned subsidiary ITT Inc and part of ITT’s Industrial Process business , one of the largest suppliers of pumping equipment and aftermarket services in the world. The headquarters of the Company are located in Stamford, Connecticut , USA and have factories worldwide. The UK office is responsible for the service and support of pumps and systems for orders received through direct Sales or through Distributors.
Industrial Process produces engineered pumps and systems for applications primarily for the Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Oil Industries, but also targeted towards the Pulp and Paper, Mining, Water, Power, and General Industries. These will include end suction, double suction, submersible, vertical, lined and unlined slurry, non-metallic pumps and PTFE lined, magnetic drive, multi-phase and API pumps, with full manufacture and testing capabilities.
ITT Industrial Process include in their portfolio, Goulds Pumps, Rheinhutte, Bornemann, i-Alert, PumpSmart, ProCast and Plant Performance Services. Pump materials include Ductile Iron, Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless steel, CD4, Alloy 20, Hastelloy, Monel, Nickel Alloys, Titanium, and Zirconium.
The ITT facilities in Basingstoke has a team of engineers providing Sales Support, Order Processing and Contracts Handling. After sales support is available through our facilities in Normanton. The Normanton facility holds extensive inventory to support both ANSI and ISO products. A team of experienced and dedicated Sales and Customer Service personnel ensure that maximum customer support and response in maintained. We have a Sales office in Basingstoke with engineers dedicated to Contractor support.
KGN Pillinger
Unit 12, Wells Place Merstham Surrey RH1 3AS
Telephone: 0208 681 0097
E-mail: richard.sharp@kgnpillinger.com
Web site: https://kgnpillinger.com/ No of Employees: 48
In 1926, G.C. Pillinger & Co. designed and patented the first automatic water pumping plant, known as the ‘Bruston Pumping System’. K.G. Norman, who started trading in 1967, acquired the pumping division of Pillinger & Co. in 2003 and KGN Pillinger was established.
KGN Pillinger operated from a 30,000 sq. ft. premises in Croydon, Surrey from the late 1990’s to 2021 before moving to a purpose-built state of the art facility in Merstham, near Redhill Surrey.
Our work ethic and attention to detail remains at the core of the company and with a progressive investment policy KGN continues to lead the field in design, manufacture and service of bespoke water and sewage pumping equipment.
Our new facility has been fitted out with the latest machines and technology including a new laser cutter capable of cutting through 30mm stainless steel and a new 240 tonne press. This is a huge investment for KGN Pillinger, and shows the ongoing commitment to re-invest in our business.
We can be categorised into four parts as a business...
• Pumps and associated equipment distributor selling such brands as; Xylem Lowara & Flygt, Grundfos, Wilo, KSB, Ebara, Calpeda, Caprari, Pedrollo, Franklin Etech & Pioneer, Sulzer…to name a few.
• Stainless and aluminium fabrication workshop boasting various machining centres including; four laser cutters the largest of which can cut through 30mm of st.st sheet, 240 tonne press, T drill, industrial rollers as well as various surface finishing machines. We keep in stock various thicknesses of sheet and diameters of tube/pipe for most applications. This means we are regularly called upon to supply on quick deliveries, base plates, booster manifolds and other metallic components to other OEMS.
• OEM system packagers for clean and dirty water from pressurisation sets and small CAT5 boosters sets, up to kiosks, underground packages and 40ft containerised plant rooms. Whilst we offer standard packages on quick deliveries due to everything in-house, we can also offer bespoke designed and engineered solutions through our experienced engineering and design departments with 2D and 3D drawings available. We test our assembled packages in our large test rig to ensure consistent quality.
• All that we do is backed up by our service division with dedicated clean and dirty water vans on call for pro-active and re-active site visits.
KGN Pillinger serves various markets, most notably building services, councils, NHS and municipal. That said our experience and capabilities opens us up to many other opportunities.
In a World of challenging supply chains and inconsistent quality, KGN Pillinger stands out as a dependable supplier and partner to our customers.
John Crane
Buckingham House
361-366 Buckingham Avenue
Slough
Berkshire SL1 4LU
United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0)1753 224000
E-mail: enquiries@johncrane.co.uk Web site: https://www.johncrane.com
No of Employees: 6,000+ Global figure Turnover: £1,079m FY2023 revenue Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management) ISO 450012018 (OHSAS) Standards: API, DIN, ISO, ANSI, ASME, Aerospace, MOD
John Crane is a global leader in mission-critical technologies for the energy and process industries and an innovator in rotating equipment, encompassing mechanical seals, couplings, filtration systems and cutting-edge asset management and digital diagnostics solutions. Blending a rich legacy of innovation with a commitment to service excellence, we've enabled our customer’s reliable and sustainable operations for over a century. While recognizing the role of traditional energy, we are pioneering solutions that enable cleaner alternatives, crafting a vision for a sustainable energy future. Our extensive global presence underscores our promise to customers, with over 200 service centers in 50 countries. With £1 billion in revenues in 2023, we are an integral pillar of Smiths Group plc, a FTSE 100 listed company dedicated to improving our world through smarter engineering.
KSB Limited
2 Cotton Way Loughborough Leicestershire LE11 5TF
Telephone: +44 (0) 1509 231 872
Fax: +44 (0) 1509 215 228
E-mail: sales@ksb.com
Web site: http://www.ksb.co.uk
No of Employees: 100+
Turnover: £26m+
Quality Assurance: BS ISO 9001:2008, BS ISO 14001:2015
Standards: BS ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018
The KSB Group is one of the leading producers of pumps, valves and related service offerings with more than 16,000 employees worldwide. KSB has a global presence in 300 locations in over 60 countries. These include 37 manufacturing sites in 18 countries. With activities in many different industries, including water, wastewater, energy, oil and gas, process, building services, and food and beverage. Incorporated in the UK in March 2023, KSB Limited celebrates over 100 years of quality, reliability and expertise in fluid handling. Specialised sales staff take care of customer’s needs whilst full aftersales support is offered, including repair, maintenance, installation, onsite testing and commissioning. KSB strives to continually improve the product range offered and invests 2% of current turnover (2023 Turnover = 2.8 billion) back into research and development. Long established relationships with many customers bear testament to the brand’s reputation for quality and reliability, making KSB a trusted partner with a long history of supplying equipment throughout the world.
Company Profiles
KTR U.K. Ltd
Unit 7
Robert House
Acorn Business Park
Woodseats Close
Sheffield S8 0TB
Telephone: +44 (0) 114 258 7757
Fax: +44 (0) 114 258 7740
E-mail: uksales@ktr.com
Web site: https://www.ktr.com/uk
No of Employees: 1150 (UK & Global)
Turnover: £500k
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001, ISO 14001
Standards: DIN, ISO, API, ATEX, AGMA
KTR is a global coupling manufacturer with over 50 years experience providing power transmission products for a wide range of industries including oil & gas, mobile pump sets, water & waste water, to name a few.
KTR manufactures a range of flexible standard and high-speed couplings for pump and compressor applications – including API and ATEX – while also producing a standard range of OAC oil/air blast coolers, and bespoke combination coolers capable of simultaneously cooling oil, air, water, or fuel within one unit.
With a philosophy based around innovation and customer cooperation, KTR offers a global sales and service network supported by over 20 subsidiary country locations, numerous international sales partners and manufacturing sites in Germany, India, Brazil, China and the United States. For further information visit http://www.ktr.com/uk
LFH Fluid Control Limited
Unit 1
Castle Street
Castlepark Industrial Estate
Ellon
Aberdeenshire AB41 9RF
Telephone: 01358 726310
Fax: 01358 725237
E-mail: sales@lfhfluidcontrol.com
Web site: https://www.lfhfluidcontrol.com
Turnover: £1m – £5m
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001 & 45001
Standards: Type Approval: Bureau Veritas (BV Mode 1), China Classification Society (CCS)
Since the acquisition of Pegson Pumps in 2010 LFH have been the go-to partner for our specialised inhouse Design Capabilities and Manufacture of Marine Engine Cooling Pumps, we offer full in-house Pump Design, Production, Spares, and Refurbishment Services.
Our Pumps are used for various applications including, large marine propulsion engines, locomotive, power generation and nuclear industries located across the world.
Our product range also includes our specialised NORSOK Compliant Zone 1 Electric Driven Centrifugal Pump Unit. ATEX & DNV 2.7-1 Certified Fluid Transfer Pumping Packages, ready to rent for applications where reliable fluid transfer is required.
Our Subsidiary, SABRE Plant & Marine Ltd complements our service specialising in the sourcing and supply of diesel engine parts and filtration products. For over two decades we have supplied various industries which include agricultural, construction, marine, quarry and offshore sectors.
We hold a range of globally recognised dealerships which include Perkins, Perkins Marine and Fleetguard Filtration. We can also supply parts for various diesel engine manufacturers including Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit, Deutz, Dorman, Hatz, John Deere, Kohler, Kubota and Yanmar.
Lafert Electric Motors Ltd
Unit 17, Orion Park Orion Way Crewe
Cheshire CW1 6NG
Telephone: 01270 270022
Fax: 01270 270023
E-mail: luk.info@shi-g.com
Web site: http://www.lafert.com
No of Employees: 8
Quality Assurance: ISO9001
Standards: IE2 IE3 IE4 IE5 EISA CURUS CSA UL ATEX
Engineered specifically for your pumping applications, Lafert’s motors can help ensure market-leading solutions. These can combine optimum mechanical/electrical configurations, increased performance, reduced weight/size, plus compatibility with IE4/IE5 efficiency requirements and even higher, to give your designs built-in futureproofing.
With over 1100 people, Lafert manufacture over 4000 motors a day with more than 95% being customised or special in some way. You can therefore be confident of our ability to satisfy your application needs.
Special shafts, flanges, mountings and electrical windings are amongst our ‘standard’ offerings for our motor ranges. This includes our single and three phase IE1, IE2, IE3 and IE4 asynchronous painted aluminium motors, brake motors and our synchronous HPS (High Performance Stand-Alone) & HPI (High Performance Integrated Drive) permanent magnet IE5 compatible motors.
Lafert’s high power density HP motors; in addition to offering long-term efficiency compliance; provide significant motor size and weight reduction benefits – up to 50% – over standard, similarly rated units and deliver between 3 to 4 times the power output of existing similar frame-size motors. The stand-alone versions are also available as combined packages with pre-set optimised inverters known as Combismart, Combiflow and Combiplus, with the Combiflow being specifically aimed for the pump industry.
The company’s ‘Marlin’ stainless steel motors are ideal for food processing, pharmaceutical and other hygiene-sensitive applications. These are IP69K/66 hose-down tolerant motors and have smooth bodies with no crevices to act as catchment areas for residual product, or any other contamination material. Marlin motors are available up to IE4 in asynchronous designs and powers up to 22kW.
M Seals UK Ltd
10-11 Charterhouse Square London EC1M 6EE
Telephone: 0116 275 4720
Fax: 0116 275 4721
E-mail: sales.tdc@m-seals.co.uk
Web site: https://www.m-seals.co.uk/
No of Employees: 60 – 70 Global Turnover: £ 8m – £10m
M Seals UK is a specialist manufacturer of engineered sealing solutions. We can specify, design and manufacture a wide range of products including high-performance O-Rings, Spring Energised Seals, Guide Rings, Rotary Shaft Seals, Wiper Seals, Rod Seals, Piston Seals, Back-up Rings, PTFE Seals, Gaskets and other high-performance seal parts.
M Seals UK operate across three UK sites;
• M Seals Engineered Seals Division Units 22-26, Julian Road Roman Ridge Industrial Estate, Sheffield, S9 IFZ. Telephone: +44114 243 2777 Email: sales.esd@m-seals.co.uk – Multi-Shift 24/7 seal manufacturing facility with over £1m of semi-finished raw material inventory. Our skilled seal engineers can design and manufacture over 253 different seal profiles in Elastomer, Polyurethane, PTFE, Thermoplastic and Fluoropolymer materials with an industry-leading manufacturing lead-time of 3-5 days, a same day can be facilitated preventing major downtime of production.
• Technical Distribution Centre Quartz Close, Enderby Leicestershire, LE19 4SG Telephone: +44116 275 4720 Email: sales.tdc@m-seals.co.uk – a 3,000 Sq/Mtr facility with circa £1.5m of seal inventory available for same-day and next-day delivery.
• M Seals Technical Inspection Centre Unit E, Kingsway North, Gateshead, NE11 0JH. Telephone: +44191422 4200 Email: sales.tic@m-seals.co.uk – AS9120:2016 Inspection centre offering 100% Inspection services for tolerance critical applications across Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Pharmaceutical. Our UK engineering teams have extensive industry experience and our engineering services include; material testing and specification, CAD design, and finite element analysis with full onsite application support available to our customers.
March May Ltd
Howard Road Eaton Socon
St Neots
Cambridgshire PE19 8NZ
Telephone: 01480 214 444
Fax: 01480 405 336
E-mail: sales@marchmay.co.uk
Web site: http://marchmay.co.uk
No of Employees: 15-20
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001
Company Profiles
Established for over 45 years, March May Ltd is a UK based pump manufacturer and distributor of high performance, magnetic drive seal-less pumps. We are proud to be a UK based company that both designs and manufactures its own magnetic drive seal-less pumps. Manufactured under an ISO 9001 quality management system, our products are globally recognised for their quality and reliability.
We also act as distribution partners for some of the worlds leading pump manufactrurers. We are the UK distributor for March Manufacturing and have over 10 years’ experience with Gruppo Aturia’s Rotos range, we are the UK distribution partner for Pan World pumps and also represent brands including Savino Barbera & Fluid-o-Tech, as well as having access to Williamson peristaltic pumps.
We supply our products into almost every industry and have a product for almost every application. Many of the pumps that we have to offer can be supplied with full ATEX approval. We pride ourselves on our ability to design and manufacture products alongside our OEM customers, or to modify existing products to suit specific applications. We aim to offer the very best customer experience every time and we hold huge component stocks in order to ensure we can offer fast lead times.
Over the years March May has invested significantly in research & development. With extensive 3D Solidworks and CAD/CAM Technology, a fully equipped workshop and highly skilled technicians – we are able to react quickly to meet our customers’ requirements. We frequently work alongside new and existing OEM customers in order to design or modify our products to suit individual applications. More information ABOUT US can be found on our website.
MDM Pumps Ltd
Spring Lane
Malvern
Worcestershire WR14 1BP
Telephone: 01684 892 678
E-mail: info@mdmpumps.co.uk
Web site: http://www.mdmpumps.co.uk No of Employees: 20 Turnover: up to £1m
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001
Standards: ATEX, FDA, ASME: BPE, EHEDG, 3-A
MDM Pumps are a bespoke manufacturer of hygienic pumping solutions built to the highest quality. With a steadfast commitment to quality, precision, and with a focus on maintaining the utmost hygiene standards, we have been at the forefront of the pumping industry for over 100 years.
Our mission is simple: to design, engineer, and produce quality hygienic pumps that elevate the standards of cleanliness and performance across various sectors, maintaining total purity of product. We understand the critical role hygiene plays in various applications, from food and pharmaceuticals to biotechnology. That's why our hygienic pumps are designed and manufactured to the highest standards of quality, reliability and materials. Rigorous testing and quality control processes ensure that every pump leaving our facilities meets the strictest industry standards.
For ultimate purity of product we have developed a new generation of Hygienic and Cleanability Assessed Hygienic ‘H’ and ‘CH’ range of centrifugal pumps, complementing the long standing and highly successful ‘D’ range and the general purpose ‘GP’ range of flooded suction and air separator centrifugal pumps.
Our tailor-made pumps are built to last.
Megator Ltd
Hendon Street
Hendon
Sunderland
Tyne & Wear SR1 2NQ
Telephone: 0191 567 5488
Fax: 0191 567 8512
E-mail: info@megator.co.uk
Web site: https://www.megator.com/
No of Employees: 14
Turnover: £900k
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001, ISO 14001:2015
Megator was founded in 1946 by F.W.McCombie in order to develop and market his own invention, the sliding shoe positive displacement pump. The company quickly became well established at home (UK) and through a network of agents, exporting too many countries overseas.
Megator today has built a global reputation for manufacturing innovative and unique positive displacement pumps and pollution control solutions for some of the harshest environments. The performance, quality and reliability of our products in General Industry, Marine, Mining and Pollution Control applications continually exceeds our customer’s expectations.
Our pumps and systems are used in thousands of demanding locations, including on merchant fleets and in navies such the U.S. Navy and the British Royal Navy.
Pumps 2000 Europe was established in 2016 to market Pumps 2000 products and solutions throughout Western Europe. Today, our pumps continue to be used in coal and hard-rock mining throughout Europe, as well as in General Industry, Marine, Building & Construction, Food Processing, Chemicals and Pollution Control applications.
From the very beginning Megator’s design and manufacturing was driven by a quality system and in 1994 Megator had their quality systems recognised by Bureau Vertitas. This led to Megator achieving certification in both BSEN ISO 9002 and ANSI/ASQC Q9002. Megator have maintained this high level of quality and now hold ISO 9001:2015 certification.
In 2019 as part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability and the environment, Megator Limited proudly achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification.
Menzel Great Britain Limited
27 Hunt Drive
Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire LE13 1PB Telephone: 01664 500844
E-mail: info@menzelgb.co.uk
Web site: https://www.menzel-motors.com/ No of Employees: 3
Turnover: £1-£2m Quality Assurance: ISO 9001
About Menzel Elektromotoren and Menzel Great Britain Limited
Based in Berlin, Menzel Elektromotoren GmbH has been manufacturing and distributing electric motors since 1927. The medium-sized company specializes in the delivery of large electric motors, including special models, within the shortest possible time. The product range comprises high and low voltage motors, DC motors, transformers, and frequency inverters. Services include motor production and shortterm quick adaptation of pre-engineered stock motors to application-specific requirements, where existing motors are either obsolete or the original OEM no longer trades. In order to ensure fast deliveries to the customer at all times, the company maintains a very extensive inventory including more than 20,000 motors with a maximum performance of up to 15,000 kW. Qualified engineering, experienced staff, and state-of-the-art production and testing facilities help Menzel provide excellent reliability.
Menzel operates subsidiaries in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, and Sweden, and cooperates with numerous partners worldwide.
The UK business, first registered in the UK in 2009, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Menzel GmbH, not a commissioned agency and offers strong support from a sales force having more than 40years experience, in the electrical rotating machines business. Operating from the East Midlands, it offers UK buyers in the pump industry a local contact for assistance, increased competition and greater choice in the procurement of new and replacement HV, LV and DC electrical Motors.
Menzel is currently building a new motor plant in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin. The relocation and full operation of the future headquarters will go into operation in early 2024.
Company Profiles
Morgan Advanced Materials
Head Office
Quadrant
55-57 High Street
Windsor Berkshire
United Kingdom SL4 1LP
Telephone: +44 (0)1753 837000
E-mail: phillip.charlton@morganplc.com
Web site: https://www.morganperformancecarbon.com/en-gb/
Turnover: £1.11B
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001 EN9100
The Performance Carbon Division of Morgan Advanced Materials applies its extensive material portfolio to our customers’ component designs for use in the most challenging of environments.
We apply the most extensive global material portfolio of carbon, graphite, alumina, silicon carbide, zirconia materials to engineer lightweight components in friction and wear applications. These materials sidestep the downfalls of using lubricants in extreme temperatures, corrosive or hygiene-sensitive environments and where access is restricted. The components often help to extend the operating life of our customers’ equipment and make it more energy-efficient.
Our customers use our products in specialist applications across the aerospace, automotive, food and beverage processing, medical, water, industrial and petrochemical sectors. We leverage our decades of experience and deep history with the market to collaboratively engineer reliable solutions and address customers’ individual requirements.
Our product range includes:
• Seal Faces
• Sliding Valve Plates
• Nozzles
• Brush Holders
PressBoost Ltd
32-34 Bailey Street
Prestwich Manchester M25 1HQ
Telephone: 0161 798 5872
E-mail: info@pressboost.co.uk
• Sliding Bearings
• Vanes and rotors
• Bobbins and Shields
• Sliprings
• Shafts
• Tiles and Plates
• Carbon Brushes
PressBoost
Specialist Pressurisation & Boosted Water Services
Web site: https://www.pressboost.co.uk
No of Employees: 14
Turnover: £350k
Established in 2007, PressBoost Ltd is an expanding family run business based in Prestwich, Manchester. We operate nationwide and have multiple mobile engineers operating across the country. We aim to provide a quality-focused service in a price-driven environment, where despite this, excellence can still be valued and achieved. We pride ourselves on delivering the PressBoost Promise: Competitive Pricing, Expertise, Quality, Reliability and Comprehensive Client Support.
We provide service, repair, and installation to all makes and types of Pressurisation Units, Booster Units, Pressure Vessels and RPZ Valves. We work within the strict confines of the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000, Statutory Instrument No 128 and all other relevant legislation to our field; now and in the future.
Our dedicated team of engineers have collectively acquired expansive and in depth experience in our highly specialised field. With over 80 years experience between them, all of our engineers are competent under the PSSR Regulations working on low-temperature right through to high-temperature Heating Systems. In addition, we have extensive expertise in Boosted Cold Water Systems. Our engineers are on road 24/7 – 365 days a year for our clients, providing excellent response to service/callout requests. In addition, our service vehicles carry a comprehensive set of spares which enables us to achieve a high proportion of 1st time fix visits for our clients.
We work closely with customers to size, design and specify equipment that is best suited to their system needs. Furthermore, whether working on new systems or retrofitting existing systems, we always look to provide sustainability and innovation. This can be achieved through the use of Variable Speed Booster Sets on Cold Water Systems, or Dynamic Pressurisation with Vacuum Degassing on Heating Systems; to provide energy efficient and space saving solutions wherever appropriate.
Patterson Pump Ireland Limited provides a range of pumping solutions for all water-based applications from clean freshwater through seawater to sewage installations.
Our manufacturing facility based in Mullingar, Ireland includes full sales, technical and after-market support which is supplemented by a network of sales and service personnel across Europe.
Patterson Pump Ireland Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Patterson Pump Company USA and our facility in Europe was established 25 years ago specifically to service European requirements with a complete awareness to local European directives, regulations and standards.
We are a fully ISO9001 accredited company and in addition maintain current certifications from FM Approvals, UL Laboratories, Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB), Pavus, CNBOP and the OKF.
Whilst our primary market sector is pumping solutions for the fire protection industry, we also serve other water industry sectors including water/waste water treatment, booster stations, etc..
Our pump ranges include end suction, horizontal split case, vertical in-line, vertical turbine, axial/mixed flow pump designs which can be provided with a wide range of electric motor and diesel engine drivers.
In addition, our specialist engineering facilities enable us to offer complete pre-packaged pumping solutions, either in open pre-packaged configuration for installing into an existing building or fully enclosed solutions using a pre-fabricated building design that is unique to Patterson Pump.
For the fire protection industry, we design, manufacture, test and provide after-market care for firewater pump packages designed to a variety of international and European standards including NFPA No 20, FM/UL, EN12845, LPCB, Pavus, OKF and CNBOP.
Our installations can be found in every area across Europe and we pride ourselves on a reputation of providing a reliable, first-class quality product at a competitive price with a respectable delivery period. Our numerous ‘blue-chip' clients provide us with repeat business because of this business approach.
Full details of specifications, pricing and availability for any of these new products can be obtained by contacting Patterson Pump Ireland Limited's sales team direct.
Pumps and Motors UK Ltd
52 Hertford Road Units 1-4, Abbey Grange Works Barking Essex IG11 8BL Telephone: 0208 507 2288
E-mail: sales@pumpsmotors.co.uk
Web site: http://www.pumpsmotors.co.uk/ Turnover: £8m
Who Are We? With over 40 years of experience within the industry, we have developed into industry leaders within our sectors. Since 1979, Pumps & Motors have been enjoying successful working relationships with their customers and meet these demands head on with solutions in all areas of building service management.
What We Do? We specialize in service and maintenance contracts including all major repairs to your HVAC plant, including pressurization units, booster sets, circulation pumps, air conditioning systems, inverters and gas boilers. We also have specialist control engineers and a fully equipped sewage team trained in confined spaces ready to serve your requirements.
Turney Turbine Pumps. Turney Pumps began in 1922 and in 2008 P&M were delighted to take on the pump range, in which we now manufacture.
Turney Pumps are carefully manufactured, which leads to long life, low noise levels & efficient pumping. They are robust and reliable, it is not uncommon for our pumps to still operational 40+ years. Records are kept of every pump. Spares are available for almost every pump that we have ever manufactured.
A close-coupled and inverter driven range is now available, providing a more efficient and modern replacement.
What Makes Us Different?
• Over 30 mobile engineers including commercial gas engineers.
• 24-hour emergency breakdown.
• We have a fully equipped and stocked workshop giving us the ability to weld, lathe and fully operational milling workshop.
• Able to cater for all types of machining repairs which enables us to repair and restore to new most pump and motor applications, this is beneficial as we can repair most obsolete pumps instead of carrying out costly system pipe work alterations to accommodate new equivalent pumps.
• Premier distributors and stockists for leading manufacturers.
• Free no obligation quotation.
PumpServ
Unit 7, Beverley Trading Estate
Garth Road
Morden
Surrey SM4 4LU
Telephone: 020 8337 7249
E-mail: martin.t@pumpserv.co.uk
Web site: https://pumpserv.co.uk/
No of Employees: 47
Company Profiles
PumpServ, formerly known as London Pumps, are very pleased to have celebrated 25 years in business. A keen focus on customer service has seen the company grow year on year to become a leading independent pump distributor.
With access to all major brands, we are truly independent. This enables PumpServ to offer impartial advice, always selecting the optimum product for your application.
With a fully equipped machine shop, well stocked stores and a team of highly skilled engineers we deliver first class service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. An in-house training centre ensures we keep both our own team and customers up to date with the very latest technology in pumps.
PumpServ specialise in the supply, manufacture, installation, repair and maintenance of booster sets, pressurisation units, HVAC and commercial pumps in addition to their associated equipment. A specialist Waste Water Division deals with sewage and waste water pumps, pumping stations, macerators, grease traps, stormwater attenuation and rainwater harvesting applications.
PumpServ stands out as a reputable and dependable partner for businesses seeking expert pump servicing solutions. With dedication to excellence and innovation, PumpServ continues to set the standard for superior pump maintenance in the industry.
For further information please contact our offices 020 8337 7249 or enquiries@pumpserv.co.uk
Reflex Winkelmann GMBH
3000 Aviator Way
Manchester Business Park
Manchester M22 5TG
Telephone: 0161 266 1043
E-mail: tim.williams@reflexuk.co.uk
Web site: https://www.reflex.de/en/ No of Employees: 7
Quality Assurance: ISO9001
The Company
Reflex Winkelmann GmbH with its headquarters in Ahlen, Westphalia is part of the “Winkelmann Building + Industry” division of the Winkelmann Group, which employs more than 4,500 people worldwide – 1,500 of which work at Reflex. Norbert Hülsmann and Volker Mauel are the managing directors of Reflex Winkelmann GmbH. The company is a leading brand manufacturer and solutions provider of high-quality systems for the smooth operation of water-carrying systems in supply technology and modern HVACR. With the integration of Sinusverteiler, it was possible to integrate additional competence in 2014, providing a meaningful addition to the product portfolio.
Solution-oriented mission statement
Reflex’s range focuses on solutions that emphasise the synergies of Reflex’s product divisions. “Thinking solutions” intensifies the brand profile and emphasises the entire approach, which goes beyond products and underpins competence in the systematic design of systems. Complete interlocked solutions are offered and combined into efficiencies by accompanying services which offer outstanding benefit dimensions in the competitive environment. In terms of innovative strength, the corporate division under the strong umbrella of the Winkelmann Group benefits from the dynamic automotive business, among others.
The Reflex range of services
Reflex stands for a wide range of services, including both innovative products for heating, cooling and hot water supply and many services.
The Reflex product range includes
• Membrane expansion vessels
• Water make-up systems & water treatment
• Hot water storage tanks & heat exchangers
The Reflex services are
• Consultation
• Certified on-site customer service and technical hotline
• Pressure-maintaining stations
• Degassing systems & separation technology
• Highly-individual manifold technology
• Tender preparation
• Technical seminars and training
• Planning support from the project planning, to supervision of the project, commissioning and maintenance
Rapid Solutions (International) Ltd
Francis Court Maris Lane Trumpington Cambridge CB2 9LG Telephone: 01223 841 757
E-mail: nlyn@rapid-solutions.co.uk
Web site: https://rapid-solutions.net/ No of Employees: 5 Turnover: £500K
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001
Rapid Solutions: Your Trusted Partner for Pump Maintenance
Providing overhaul, and repair services to major Operators and other leading companies in the Caspian and Central Asian region Why Choose Rapid Solutions for Pump Maintenance?
• Pumps are essential equipment for the energy industry, but they are also subject to wear and tear, corrosion, and damage from harsh operating conditions.
• Regular pump maintenance is crucial to ensure asset integrity, reduce failures, and extend the life of the equipment.
• Rapid Solutions offer a range of services, including inspection, overhaul, and repair of various types of pumps, such as centrifugal, reciprocating, rotary, and positive displacement pumps.
• Our team of British Pump Manufacturer (BPMA) trained and qualified Engineers use our certified facility to deliver highquality results.
• We have a strong network of original equipment (OE) and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) suppliers who provide us with high-quality parts and components, within short lead times.
• We have a proven track record of delivering pump maintenance services to major Operators and other major oil and gas companies,
What Makes Rapid Solutions Different?
• One of the key advantages of Rapid Solutions is our reverse engineering capabilities.
• We can design and manufacture custom-made parts and components for pumps that are obsolete, discontinued, or hard to find.
• We can also modify and upgrade existing pumps to improve their performance and efficiency.
• We use advanced materials and coatings to enhance the durability and resistance of the pump parts and components.
• We can handle any pump maintenance project, regardless of the size, complexity, or location.
• We offer competitive pricing, fast turnaround, field services, and 24/7 support.
How to Contact Rapid Solutions?
• If you want to learn more about our capabilities, please call us at (+994 12) 497 77 70, email us at enquiries@rsl.az, or visit our website at https://rapid-solutions.net/.
Roto Pumps Ltd
Unit 1, Elizabeth Park Grey Street
Denton Manchester M34 3RU
Telephone: +44 (0) 161 477 5511
Fax: +44 (0) 161 337 0988
E-mail: davebent@rotopumps.co.uk
Web site: http://www.rotopumps.co.uk/ No of Employees: 7 Standards: ISO9001
Roto Pumps with its rich legacy of 50+ years in fluid engineering solutions is globally trusted for its highly efficient customized pumping solutions. Since its Inception, Research & Innovation are the core strengths of Roto Pumps which is deep-rooted in our DNA. Our main motto is to constantly innovate and improve our product portfolio to serve our customers.
With its state of the art manufacturing unit based at Greater Noida, India & Ultra-modern R&D Centre based at Noida, India, Roto Pumps is successfully exporting positive displacement pumps to 10,000+ customers across 50+ countries. Successfully Handling 5000+ Fluids across 25+ Industries: Biogas, Paper, Sugar, Wastewater, Oil & Gas, Paint, Chemical, Defence & Marine, Mining & Explosives, Food & Pharmaceuticals.
Product Range: Progressive Cavity Pumps, Twin Screw Pumps, Gear Pumps, AODD Pumps & Retrofit Spare Parts. Roto Pumps Ltd., UK: With a vision to provide PD Pumping solutions to various industries, Roto Pumps Ltd. established a branch in Manchester, United Kingdom in 2004 with assembly and warehouse facility. It was set up to cater to the growing markets of UK, Europe & Scandinavian regions. Roto Pumps UK (RPUK) has successfully supplied 20,000+ Positive Displacement Pumps, including Pump Packages and Retrofit spare parts. It is emerging as a tough competitor for European Pump Manufacturers. Over the years, RPUK has demonstrated its expertise in application engineering, i.e. understanding of complex pumping requirements, handling critical media and optimizing pump life cycle cost.
At RPUK, we keep optimum level of complete pump sets in stock, which differentiates us from other manufacturers. We have rich experience of supplying complete pump assembly inclusive of Motor, Gear Box, Base Plate, Coupling, Guard and Special Seals in case of urgent requirements. RPUK team has established an extensive network of well-known distributors and channel partners across the entire European region. RPUK has a focused approach towards solving the pumping challenges in Biogas industry. We have successfully launched and delivered the below range of Progressive Cavity Pumps:
• Biomix pump range equipped with Large Stone Catcher, Large Hopper, in-built Feed Flange & Inspection Window
• Roto-KWIK pump range equipped with Two Inspection Windows for quick and simple maintenance of pump without dismantling suction & delivery connections (successfully received patent for Roto- Kwik pump)
• Horizontal Biomass pump range equipped with Six Large Portable Inspection Windows and Special Sealing arrangement encapsulated in oil bath
• Vertical Biomass pump range equipped with Strong Cutter arrangement
Company Profiles
Salamander Pumps
Unit 2c, Colima Avenue
Enterprise Park West Sunderland
Tyne & Wear SR5 3XE
Telephone: + 44 (0) 191 516 2002
E-mail: sales@salamanderpumps.co.uk
Web site: http://www.salamanderpumps.co.uk
No of Employees: 70
Turnover: £12m+
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001; ISO 14001
Salamander Pumps is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of water boosting solutions. Innovation is used throughout the company to deliver high quality products and outstanding customer service at every step of the journey.
Using feedback from our customers and using some cutting-edge technologies, we have endeavoured to make our products some of the quietest, most compact and reliable products on the market.
For gravity fed properties we have the CT Xtra, CT Bathroom, CT Force and Right Pump ranges. Positive head or universal models are available, and featuring twin or single ended variants.
Our HomeBoost pump is an intelligent inline mains booster pump. It recognises when pressure and flow are low and quietly boosts the performance of the incoming mains water, either directly or indirectly via the combination boiler up to 12 litres per minute.
When just one outlet suffers with poor water flow, TapBoost offers a solution. This compact, inline pump utilises a wet can motor to boost the flow to between 7 and 11 L/min, depending on the incoming flow.
The AccuBoost accumulator range deliver increased water flow for properties where higher flow rates are required, improving the performance of a combination boiler or unvented cylinders.
TankBoost is a new product to Salamander Pumps’ range. Designed to meet the needs of large properties, where multiple outlets are running simultaneously. TankBoost combines a cold water storage tank with a high-quality stainless-steel pump submerged within the tank. Designed in four tank sizes, TankBoost will deliver flow rates up to 80L/min and pressures up to 3.0 Bar.
SPP Pumps
1420 Lakeview
Arlington Business Park
Theale
Reading
Berkshire RG7 4SA
Telephone: 0118 932 3123
E-mail: enquiries@spppumps.com
Web site: http://www.spppumps.com
No of Employees: 240
Turnover: £55m
Quality Assurance: BS EN ISO 9001 & OHSAS 18001 Certified Standards: BS, ISO, DIN, ANSI, API, FM, NFPA, LPC
SPP PUMPING SOLUTIONS – PROTECTING LIFE. IMPROVING LIVES.
SPP Pumps is a world leading designer and manufacturer of centrifugal pumps and systems. For more than 140 years, the company’s robust, trusted engineering has provided critical performance across diverse industry applications including oil and gas, water, power generation, construction, mining and fire protection. With approx. 70% trade global, outside the UK, local sales, production, test and services sites within USA, India, France, Italy, South Africa, Singapore, Czech Republic, The Netherlands, Dubai and Egypt. Our quality is proven through our customers’ invariably demanding pumping applications – typically operating in hostile, arduous or extreme temperature environments, where quality is vital. Our facility in Coleford, England, has set the highest standards attainable in the industry for quality and reliability.
SPP uses the most advanced computer testing in the world and designs, simulates, evaluates, refines and manufactures all products and packaged systems here in the UK. Lean Manufacturing principles mean the company is entirely focused on continuous improvement to support a right-first-time philosophy.
The skills of SPP Pumps engineers have secured the company numerous accolades, including prestigious Pump Industry Awards (PIA) for “Engineer of the Year” and Energy Industry Council (EIC) “Rising Star” finalists. Our customers can rely on a dedicated Engineering services expertise with a 50-strong engineering team, commonly regarded as the best in the industry with application experience across multiple industry sectors. This Field Service team is pivotal in providing on-site rapid response for emergency repairs and planned contractual maintenance. 4 strategically located service centres across the UK, offering specialist services including computerised fluid dynamics analysis, surge analysis and natural frequency analysis to investigate, optimise and balance customer systems for optimum performance and reliability.
Stuart Turner Limited
The Market Place
Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2AD
Telephone: + 44 (0) 1491 572 655
Fax: + 44 (0) 1491 573 704
E-mail: info@stuart-turner.co.uk
Web site: http://www.stuart-turner.co.uk
No of Employees: 250+
Turnover: £60m+
Quality Assurance: BS EN ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015
Invest in quality with Stuart Turner
With a market leading reputation in the design and manufacture of high quality water boosting products and heating systems solutions, you can be confident you are investing in a name you can trust to deliver quality, reliability and design innovation.
Powering water for every application, Stuart Turner offers a comprehensive range of solutions, from residential shower pumps and water pressure boosting systems to bespoke packaged pump systems and hot water and heating solutions to meet the demands of the largest commercial buildings.
Each product is fully tested before leaving the factory and is supported by WRAS approved products, IS09001:2015 quality assurance and extensive warranty periods. Operations are supported by TechAssist, Stuart Turner’s dedicated customer service team who are on hand to offer advice on product selection, application guidance and installation assistance.
Stuart Turner also offers a dedicated specification service, with a team of experts on hand to assist with site surveys, product information and work in partnership with you, whether you are at the start of a new project or replacing and commissioning water boosting systems.
#POWERINGWATER
Sulzer Pump Solutions Ireland Ltd
Clonard Road
Wexford
Ireland Y35 YE24
Telephone: +353 53 91 63200
Fax: +353 53 91 42 355
E-mail: david.crosby@sulzer.com
Web site: https://www.sulzer.com
No of Employees: 270
Turnover: £6m UK & Ireland
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001: 2015, ISO 45001:2018, ATEX, CSA & FM Accredited
Flow Equipment Division
The Flow Equipment division specializes in pumping solutions specifically engineered for the processes of our customers. We provide pumps, agitators, compressors, grinders, screens and filters developed through intensive research and development in fluid dynamics and advanced materials. We are a market leader in pumping solutions for water, oil and gas, power, chemicals and most industrial segments.
Our market focus is on:
• The collection, transport and treatment of wastewater and raw water.
• The production, transport, and processing of crude oil and its derivates
• Fossil-fired, nuclear, and renewable power generation
• Specific general industries, e.g., pulp and paper, fertilizers, and other markets
At Sulzer Pump Solutions Ireland Ltd the main focus is the development, manufacture and sales of submersible pumps, mixers, grinders and aerators for wastewater collection, transport and treatment.
Established in 1973 and with a workforce of 270, the factory produces over 100,000 units per year for supply to a global market.
This year 2023 marks 50 years of successful business at the Wexford factory supplying high quality products to a global market.
Dublin Office
B3 Riverview Business Park, Nangor Road, Dublin 12, Ireland D12 DY90
Company Profiles
Tomlinson Hall & Co Ltd
Lagonda Road
Cowpen Lane Industrial Estate
Billingham TS23 4JA
Telephone: 01642 379500
Fax: 01642 379501
E-mail: colin.simpson@tomlinson-hall.co.uk
Web site: http://www.tomlinson-hall.co.uk
No of Employees: 26
Turnover: £4m
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015
Tomlinson Hall & Co Ltd was founded in 1919 and is currently headed by Tony Keville the grandson of cofounder Mr A Tomlinson, ably supported by a loyal local team.
A multi-award-winning company also joint-founding member of the Pump Distributors Association, Tomlinson Hall is an approved global distributor of leading pump brands Depa & Elro manufactured by Crane ChemPharma & Energy, ITT Goulds Pumps, Richter Chemie Technik and Grundfos. The business exports worldwide to over 80 countries.
The company offers pump selection and supply ensuring end users have the correct solution for each application. Additionally, Tomlinson Hall offers site visits, servicing and repairs. It also manufactures its own innovative liquid ring vacuum pump, Liquivac, a durable and reliable pump designed to perform a range of operations across a varying array of industries. The pump's cast iron or 316 stainless steel pump body, combined with a stainless-steel rotating element, makes Liquivac extremely robust in operation.
Tomlinson Hall has two workshops at its 1.5-acre site and all repair and maintenance work is carried out by the company's fully qualified personnel. With in-house welding and machining capabilities, the business also boasts a wide range of machinery, including a CNC lathe, centre lathe, milling machine,radial arm drills and saws.
Tomlinson Hall has also been named as a Northern Powerhouse Export Champion for the fifth consecutive year.
Tucson Pumps Ltd
Instantor Works
Santry
Dublin D09 K160
Telephone: 00353 (1) 842 6255
E-mail: sales@tucsonpumps.ie
Web site: https://www.tucsonpumps.ie/
Turnover: £1m
Tucson® Pumps Ltd have been creating innovative pumping solutions since 2005 when the brand first launched in Ireland. Since then, the company has grown from strength to strength and recently announced their launch into Great Britain also.
Tucson Pumps now offer one of the widest and most comprehensive categories of domestic pumping products available on the market today. This product range has expanded significantly over the past 20 years and now includes products for central heating circulation applications, cold-water booster systems, single & twin Impeller shower pumps, submersible pumps and more.
Energy efficiency is a key consideration when Tucson begins the design phase of any new product, and so all Tucson circulation pumps are ERP compliant and energy efficient certified. Additionally, where legislation is not the driving factor of a products energy efficiency, Tucson Pumps can offer an intelligent pumping system using high specification PCB technology and variable speed motors.
Tucson Pumps continue to innovate, design and commission retrofit solution products as well as OEM and primary component products for the plumbing sector. Unique, solution-driven products are designed by Tucson through engagement with the installer.
Warranty terms and service support are key components of any leading pump brand, at Tucson Pumps we have invested heavily in this area to ensure generous warranty terms and to guarantee all installers have the support that they require. We have an in-house dedicated after-sales team assisting with training, technical product support and after-sales assistance.
Tucson Pumps are excited to announce that the range of Equinox® Shower Pumps, MetaBoost® Booster Pumps and Tucson® Circulation Pumps are now available in Great Britain. Installers can shop the range from plumbing stores and builder’s merchants nationwide. www.tucsonpumps.ie
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015
Standards: • BBA Approval on standard Package Pumping Stations • WRAS Approval on certain ranges of clean water pumps and valves • ATEX/IECEC Approval on certain float switches
Who are T-T?
T-T Pumps is a Cheshire-based designer, manufacturer, supplier, installer and maintainer –covering pumps, controls, valves, agricultural/environmental equipment and pumping stations. All products are complemented by support services that take clients from the initial selection process to commissioning and after-sales services.
About us
All T-T products are backed by over 65 years of experience in innovating reliable pumping and drainage solutions across a range of industries.
T-T focuses on quality design and applicationspecific selection to achieve optimal outcomes for clients, with reliable and low-maintenance equipment providing efficiency and reduced running costs.
Our divisions
T-T is divided into six divisions which coordinate to supply comprehensive solutions from a single source.
• T-T Pumps – manufactures and distributes a
wide range of specialised products, with over 1000 pump models.
• T-T Pumping Stations – provides complete Pumping Station schemes for small domestic projects to large industrial applications.
• T-T Controls & Automation – bespoke electrical project specialists, suppliers of a range of versatile control products and systems.
• T-T Agricultural & Environmental – works in tandem with current environmental and climate issues to devise contemporary effluent treatment and anti-pollution products.
• T-T Service – undertakes after-sales maintenance services to keep equipment running efficiently and cost-effectively.
• T-T Flow – provides precision-engineered waterworks valves and related fabrication, pipework, gear boxes and more.
T-T prides itself on delivering quality products –sourcing certification from industry-leading SSIP member bodies and industry recognised accreditations to ensure our manufacturing always reaches the highest standards.
Turnover: £5m – £10m Quality Assurance: ISO 9001ISO 14001 Standards: USA 3A Standard. EHEDGFDA
Viking Pump, a Unit of IDEX Corporation, leads the world in the design and manufacture of rotary Positive Displacement Pumps for use in some of the toughest applications. Since 1911, our innovative products have been key contributors to successful operations in virtually every industry – from military, to food and beverage, to chemicals, fuels and plastics –reliably pumping materials that are thin, thick, hot, cold, liquid, solid, etc.
We offer a wide range of pump models, sizes and composition, as well as customized, fit for purpose options, to meet your strictest requirements. But, it’s not just about selecting a pump from the catalog. To provide the highest quality results and ensure the right pump for the right application, our specialized Engineering team applies its accumulated knowledgebase and expertise to perform:
• Site-specific problem-solving
• Full product testing (performance, hydro, pneumatic, NPSHr, sound, and vibration)
• Further testing, upon request (magnetic particle, dye penetrant, traceability, and positive material identification)
• Liquid sample analysis (rheology testing and elastomeric compatibility)
• Quality control of all finished products
Our newly expanded lab and 3-D printing capabilities streamline our testing and new product development practices, allowing for faster and more efficient solutions and testing.
In 2020, Viking Pump joined forces with a fellow IDEX business unit Wright Flow Technologies and began selling a leading hygienic line of products produced by Wright Flow Technologies. This broad line combines local engineering and global distribution with 40 plus years of market expertise and solutions for hygienic applications. The expansion of offering rotary lobe, circumferential piston and centrifugal pumps rounds out a range of product solutions to meet customer’s needs.
Furthermore, we have an outstanding network of “local” stocking distributors around the world who are standing by to assist you. Their team members are trained by our engineers to provide the technical, service and sales support you need. They also have specialized application engineers to help with your particular situation. It’s easy and efficient to contact these authorized distributors directly with confidence in knowing we have shared our 100+ years of experience with them.
Company Profiles
Vogelsang Ltd
Douglas House Crewe Gates Industrial Estate
Crewe CW11 6YY
Telephone: 01270 216 600
E-mail: sales.uk@vogelsang.info
Web site: https://www.vogelsang.info/en-uk/ No of Employees: 15
Turnover: £200m worldwide
Vogelsang is a leading supplier of rotary lobe and progressive cavity pumps for a wide range of industries in the UK. Suitable for most applications, Vogelsang’s pumps are built to handle abrasive chemicals, tough adhesives, high pressures and even gentle pumping needs.
All of Vogelsang’s pumps are easy to maintain and can be quickly serviced on-site, reducing stoppage time. They are also economical to run, reducing operational energy costs. Vogelsang can achieve flow rates from 1m3 / hr to 1400m3 / hr.
Vogelsang’s pumps are capable of handling foreign bodies, are self-priming with suction lift capability, and are resistant to dry running and offer ATEX compliance.
Spare parts are available on a next day delivery service.
Standards: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 14064.1 2018
A WORLD LEADER IN ENERGY SAVING FOR PUMPING APPLICATIONS
Innovation, efficiency and sustainability are at the forefront of everything that WEG does. From the new W23 Sync+ IE5 and W23 Sync+ Ultra IE6 Ultra motor range through to the WG50 industrial gearbox and special application variable speed drives such as the ADV 200-SP for solar powered water pumping, our products are designed to offer reliability whilst saving energy.
Whether stand alone motor or drive or a fully integrated WEGmotion Drives package, WEG offers a complete range of products ideally suited for pumping applications.
• The W22 WIMES motor designed to meet the specific requirements of the UK pumping industry.
• Pump Genius process control software, enables engineers to optimize their pumping systems for maximum efficiency.
• Motion Fleet Management, a cloud-based application which allows the remote management of assets through a simple scan device which monitors the motor, gearbox or drive and alerts the user of potential faults to avoid unplanned downtime.
• A complete range of medium and high voltage solutions ideally suited for large projects.
WEG has vast experience in the industry having been involved in some of the most prestigious pumping projects in the world including desalination plants, hydroelectric facilities, irrigation systems, water and waste water plants, cavity pumping applications, oil extraction and testing facilities to name but a few.
Achieving the Eco Vadis Gold Seal, one of the most important global sustainability rating agencies in November 2023, WEG is placed amongst the top 5% rated companies in the World, demonstrating our commitment to a more efficient and sustainable future.
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
Falmouth Cornwall TR11 4RU
Telephone: 01326 370 370
E-mail: info@wmfts.co.uk
Web site: https://www.wmfts.com/en/ Quality Assurance: ISO9001 ISO14001
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) is a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries.
WMFTS provides end-to-end fluid management and transfer solutions with its wide range of peristaltic and sinusoidal pumps, specialised filling machines, tubing, hoses and products for single-use applications. Our innovative technology and portfolio of expanding solutions can improve performance, accuracy and maintain product integrity with low maintenance, while providing low cost of ownership and after-sales service.
Our solutions are used in a wide range of applications in sectors including (process industries) food and beverage, and sanitary; water and wastewater; mining; industrial; pulp and paper; power generation; EV battery manufacturing; (life sciences) pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical, and medical and diagnostic devices.
Some of the applications which use our solutions include: dosing chemicals to ensure we have clean tap water; adding ingredients to make foods like chocolate; transferring viscous fruit mixtures in the production of juice; filling vials during production of medicines or vaccines; keeping organs alive during transportation to a donor; transferring slurry at mining or building sites; adding fragrances and dyes to scented candles or perfumes and refining critical minerals like lithium after it is mined.
Through our expertise we transform customers’ production processes to be more efficient, safer and sustainable.
Our brands include Watson-Marlow Pumps (including our range of Qdos chemical metering pumps), Watson-Marlow Tubing, Bredel Hose Pumps, Alitea, Flexicon Liquid Filling, MasoSine Process Pumps, BioPure, ASEPCO and Aflex Hose.
WMFTS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Spirax Group, with 47 operating units worldwide, 42 countries with a resident direct sales presence and 1,960+ colleagues (as of December 31, 2023). The company was founded in 1956 by inventor Bernard Refson and has its global headquarters in Falmouth, England. Further information can be found at www.wmfts.com.
Weir Minerals Europe Limited
Halifax Road
Todmorden
Lancashire OL14 5RT
Telephone: +44 1706 298 476
E-mail: europe.minerals@mail.weir
Web site: https://www.global.weir
No of Employees: 679
Turnover: £80m Worldwide
Quality Assurance: ISO 9001:2015
Standards: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001
Weir Minerals is a specialist in delivering and supporting comminution, slurry and mine dewatering equipment solutions. Our focus is within the global mining, aggregates and mineral processing sector, and general industry.
We are committed to deliver the benefits of value engineering and innovation to our customers, extending the lifespan and enhancing the performance of customer critical processes and equipment in many of the world’s most challenging environments.
Weir Minerals’ product portfolio centres on critical processes in its customers’ operations. The core product line of the company is its range of slurry pumps, Warman®, which provide slurry transportation solutions with exceptional resistance to abrasion and corrosion. Mine dewatering pumps, hydrocyclones, valves, screens, crushers, HPGR and wear resistant linings complement the range of slurry pumps by offering solutions to optimise comminution, slurry transportation and mill circuit processes.
Weir Minerals has a heritage of manufacturing innovation, engineering excellence and cutting edge process technology, and is constantly evolving so that we can provide optimised products and services to our customers.
The development of Weir Minerals’ service and support network recognises that the company’s commitment does not end with the supply of equipment. In delivering on and off site services Weir Minerals is able to optimise the performance of its customers’ plant and reduce total ownership costs. Services range from on request service through to service partnerships, offering an innovative approach to equipment servicing that marks a step change from costly reactive to preventative plant maintenance.
Company Profiles
Wilo (U.K.) Ltd
Second Avenue
Centrum 100
Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire DE14 2WJ
Telephone: 01283 523000
E-mail: sales.uk@wilo.com
Web site: http://www.wilo.co.uk
No of Employees: 100+
Turnover: £30m+
Standards: ISO 9001,ISO 9906 (Grade 1, 2 & 3),ISO 14001,ACS Hygiene accredited,ISO 14064 CEMARS,EcoVadis – Platinum rating,UVDB Achilles,BS 6920-1:2014 material approvals (applies to certain products),Constructionline,CHAS ,Safe Contractor
The Wilo Group is one of the world’s leading premium suppliers of pumps and pump systems for building services, water management and industry. Wilo currently employs more than 8,200 people around the globe.
With innovative solutions, smart products and individual services, we make water move using intelligent, efficient and eco-friendly techniques. We are digital pioneers in the industry with our products and solutions, processes and business models.
For further information, please contact us:
Wilo UK Ltd, Second Avenue, Centrum 100, Burton On Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2WJ. Tel 01283 523 000 | Email sales.uk@wilo.com Website: www.wilo.co.uk
Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @WiloUK
Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd
Private Road No.1
Colwick
Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG4 2AN
Telephone: +44 (0)115 940 0111
E-mail: fgbsales@xylem.com
Web site: https://www.xylem.com
No of Employees: 22,000 globally
Turnover: $8.1 billion worldwide
Quality Assurance: Quality – BS EN ISO 9001:2015 Environmental – BS EN ISO 14001:2015. Health & Safety – ISO 45001:2007, CEMARS. Accredited by: Safecontractor Achilles UVDB Achilles Verify CHAS Exor Link-Up Constructionline Standards: ISO 9906, DIN 24960, EN733, H&S 45001, NICEC, Approved Contractor British Safety Council members
Xylem is a leading global technology company committed to solving the world’s water-related challenges through technology, innovation, and expertise. Its market-leading brands offer the industry’s broadest range of extensive water and wastewater management capabilities, offering total solutions for a more sustainable world. Xylem’s digital solutions combines smart and connected technologies with software and data analytics-enabled resolutions which deliver real-time intelligence. Our passion for innovation and our powerful combination of products, services, and applications expertise, serves market sectors including utilities, industry and infrastructure and building services.
BPMA Membership
Whether you are a pump user, supplier or manufacturer... ...the BPMA can help you achieve the desired result
Pump manufacturers, contractors, distributors, seal, bearing, motor, castings suppliers etc involved in the UK market for pumps and pumping equipment can all participate as members of the trade body for the UK pump industry (BPMA). Keep abreast of technical standards and EU directives affecting the industry, participate in industry events and marketing initiatives, access free membership services. Invest in business support for your company by taking advantage of introductory offers for membership of the BPMA.
For more information go to the BPMA website www.bpma.org.uk and download the latest BPMA membership benefits brochure or contact:
British Pump Manufacturers Association Limited (BPMA)
National Metal Forming Centre
47 Birmingham Road
West Bromwich
West Midlands B70 6PY
Tel: +44 (0) 121 601 6350
Fax: +44 (0) 121 601 6387
E-mail: enquiries@bpma.org.uk
Company Profiles – Associate Members
Eurofins E&E CML Limited
Newport Business Park
New Port Road
Ellesmere Port CH65 4LZ
Telephone: 0151 559 1160
E-mail: cmlsalesinbox@cpt.eurofinseu.com
Web site: https://www.cmlex.com/ No of Employees: 37
Quality Assurance: Accredited by UKAS to ISO 17025, ISO 17065 and ISO 17021
Eurofins E&E CML Limited (CML) was established as Certification Management Limited in June 2013. Offering a complete range of compliance services, we are a UK Approved Body (No 2503) for “Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres” Regulations 2016 (SI 2016:1107 (as amended)).
CML B.V. a subsidiary of Eurofins E&E CML Limited, is an EU Notified Body (No 2776) for European Union Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX). It is supported by its RvA Accreditation (No C640) to ISO/IEC 17065. Our full scope of ATEX notification can be found on the EU Nando Website.
We are supported by our UKAS accreditation (No 8175) to ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO/IEC 17065 and our full scope of accreditation allows us to conduct all Notified Body activities under this legislation.
We are also an IECEx Certification Body (ExCB) and Test Laboratory (ExTL) with the full scope of standards, leading the world in annual numbers of issued IECEx certificates.
In addition to providing ATEX and IECEx certification, we can also issue UKEX, Japanese and MET North American approvals, and facilitate other regional requirements such as INMETRO for Brazil.
In 2017 CML became the world’s first Registered Type-examination Agency outside of Japan for Ex equipment for use within Japan. Providing a bridge to Japan CML can help you through the requirements and explain the differences.
With a team of expert assessment and test engineers we provide a responsive, competent, credible and innovative approach to product approvals that leads the way in the provision of Ex compliance and related services.
CML also provides UKAS accredited services (Ingress protection, environmental testing, functional safety certification for hardware and software and quality management system certification).
CML also became the world’s first certification body to issue IECEx certification for Ex s ‘Special Protection’. The Ex s, standard IEC 60079-33, is the IECEx certification basis for products used in explosive atmospheres where those products do not fall completely within the requirements of the existing protection standards.
Fluid & Energy Solutions Consultancy Ltd
35 Westcliffe House Baxter Road, London N1 3HS
Telephone: 0207 101 3911
E-mail: info@fluensys.co.uk
Web site: http://www.fluensys.co.uk
No of Employees: 1-10
Turnover: £1m
Quality Assurance: ISO 14414:2019
UK CONSULTANCY SPECIALISED IN MACHINERY AND PUMPING SYSTEMS
Our consultants offer a broad range of expertise and experience in the design, selection and troubleshooting of pumps and systems, cumulating more than 50 years’ experience in industry.
We have experience in the Water & Wastewater, Oil & Gas, Cryogenics, Renewables, Waste to Energy, Power Generation & Storage and Marine sectors.
Our Experts have assisted companies in:
• New Product Development Projects
• Refurbishment of Ageing Assets
• Operations & Systems Troubleshooting
Our Services include:
• Witness Testing & Audit
• System Design and Pump Selection
• Process Modelling & Optimisation
• System Troubleshooting (Recurring failures, Poor Availability, Poor Efficiency)
We can help reduce Pump Failures, Energy Consumption and Carbon Foot Print.
CALL US! 0207 101 3911
Fluid Performance Solutions Ltd
26 Elizabeth Avenue Grangemouth Stirlingshire FK3 9DE
Web site: http://www.fluidperformancesolutions.co.uk
No of Employees: 2
Fluid Performance Solutions Limited (FPS) delivers Standard Pump Energy Auditing and Performance
Optimization into the Water and Waste Water Industry throughout the UK.
FPS conducts Energy Auditing to ISO 14414, an industry standard for independently auditing pumping stations specifically introduced to comply with legislation.
Establishing pumping efficiencies and understanding the pipe system gives the best opportunities to optimise the pumping stations and helps to develop recommendations for high maintenance and energy usage stations where costs are significant.
Understanding energy usage is sometimes very difficult but with the right equipment and data analysis, energy consumption can be quantified and used to monitor pumping performance. Identifying failures before pumps trip and become damaged beyond repair is critical to reducing unplanned maintenance costs.
FPS delivers a cost-effective solution to enhance pumping station performance and reduce life cycle costs.
International Data Entry & Access Ltd
Room 8
Top Floor
79-89 Lots Road London SW10 0RN
Telephone: 020 7731 7151
E-mail: mike@idea-business-tracker.co.uk
Web site: http://www.idea-business-tracker.co.uk
IDEA was originally formed to offer to trade associations a service of collecting and publishing their member information thus promoting themselves and the services they offer. This was done in a variety of formats:
• Printed directories
• Web sites
• E-Newsletters
• Electronic catalogues on CD Rom
Our aim was always to produce well designed publications which are effective, accurate and excellent value for money. Today, almost all of our work is in printed directories.
Over the years, we have worked for organisations as diverse as:
• British Footwear Association
• British Materials Handling Federation
• British Pump Manufacturers Association
• Construction Equipment Association
• Manufacturing Technologies Association
• National Access & Scaffolding Confederation
• Stone Federation Great Britain
Because of IDEA’s concentration on trade association communication, it is able to offer an effective service which is designed to fulfil the specific requirements of trade associations. IDEA will do everything from the initial conception, obtaining information from member companies, collating it and ensuring that it is presented in the terminology that is common usage within industry. These services are designed to complement those of a trade association; associations may pick what they require to be done and do themselves that which fits within their own organisation. Publications can be financed in a number of different ways and IDEA has considerable experience in such schemes.
Above all, IDEA publications are intended to be effective and user-friendly, they can be multilingual and are designed with the requirements of the user in mind, not from the basis of using the latest tricks and gimmicks.
Company Profiles – Associate Members
Kiwa Watertec
Unit 26a, Rassau Industrial Estate
Rassau
Ebbw Vale NP23 5SD
Telephone: 01495 308185
E-mail: uk.water@kiwa.com
Web site: https://www.kiwa.com/gb/en/
No of Employees: 25
Turnover: £4m
Kiwa is among the leading global Testing Inspection and Certification (TIC) organisations. With our certification, inspection, testing, training and technology services, we create trust in our customers' products, services, processes, (management) systems and employees.
Kiwa Watertec provides a complete testing and certification service for sanitary, plumbing products & components.
This includes sanitary tapware, toilets, valves, pipe & fittings, water heaters, showers & catering equipment. Kiwa test and certify products for compliance against UK Water Regulations, UK Building Regulations, European water labelling and many BS/EN standard
Key services
• Kiwa UK Water Regulation 4 (KUKreg4)
• BS 6920 – Materials testing
• Consultancy/Product Evaluation
• WRAS approvals
• TMV Type 2 and 3 (EN1111, EN1287, NHS Specification D08)
• G3 Building Regulations – Unvented water heating
• EMC
• Electrical Safety
• CE Marking
Touchwave Media Ltd
7 Clarks Yard Flimwell Wadhurst East Sussex TN5 7NG
Telephone: 07785 290034
E-mail: andrew@touchwavemedia.co.uk
Web site: http://www.touchwavemedia.co.uk
No of Employees: 6
Turnover: >£1m
Touchwave Media is a specialist PR, Publishing and Events business, serving the industrial b2b arena with a range of marketing support services and associated ‘live’ events including awards dinners, conferences, seminars and product launches.
Working closely with trade associations across a number of engineering disciplines, we help to promote business and professional excellence, and encourage effective sales channel communication through market leading events such as:-
• Pump Industry Awards
• Europump General Meeting
• Motion Control Industry Awards
• AEMT Awards
• Motor Driven Systems
• FETA Luncheon
• CSA Awards
Engagement with sector specific awards programmes, and the associated alignment to business and professional excellence, delivers exceptional levels of brand awareness and customer loyalty. Talk to us about how you can get involved in any of these events.
Additionally, our press and public relations activities ensure that our client’s endeavours are accurately communicated both internally amongst their respective membership or customer base, and externally throughout the wider business environment. We also produce and publish trade & technical journals, such as flow, the BPMA’s dedicated quarterly publication for users and operators of liquid pumps.
Should you need an event producing, or wish to participate in one of our existing events, or you would like some help with your own promotional activities, please call Andrew Castle on 07785 290034.
Solutions in IT Ltd
1 The Chambers Bowden Business Village Harborough Road
Market Harborough Leicestershire LE16 7SA
Telephone: 0845 009 4588 Fax: 0845 009 4599
E-mail: info@solutionsinit.com
Web site: http://www.emirsoftware.com
No of Employees: 14
Winner Supplier of the Year 2024 – Pump Industry Awards, in assoc. with the BPMA For 30 years, EMiR Software has been serving Pump Industry with its innovative EMiR – Electro-Mechanical Information Resource software. This business solution, specifically designed for pump and engineering businesses, has continuously evolved to streamline processes and enhance engineering resource efficiency. EMiR empowers pump engineers to manage various aspects of their business, including system building, job costing, sales and distribution, repair and servicing, contact management, marketing, equipment hire control, and financial reporting. The success of EMiR lies not only in its exceptional software but also in the strong customer-supplier relationship. Constantly evolving, EMiR adapts to industry changes and customer feedback, ensuring continuous development.
If you manufacture, assemble, install & commission, repair and supply product warranty on pumps systems, then EMiR is the business solution for you.
You’ll be joining other BPMA members like Hidrostal Hayley 247, Houghton International, MDM Pumps, Pumps & Motors Limited, Sellwood Pumps, Torishima and over 2,000 users around the world that rely on EMiR to control every aspect of their businesses.
EMiR is an all-in-one solution made up of 18 Modules & Extensions to satisfy the needs of a diverse pump industry. As a user you’ll benefit from features that have evolved from shared customer experience. Every aspect of job and works order management is taken care of, purchasing and stock control, sales quoting and order processing, labour and asset scheduling, time & attendance recording, workshop tablet computers, engineer smartphone apps, financial accounts and reporting with full HMRC connectivity and what’s more, you are directly in control of the direction of EMiR as your business changes.
EMiR customers have found with increased home working and required connectivity that EMiR’s smartphone apps and cloud capabilities have enabled companies to remain in touch.
EMiR’s unique DECiR process offers new customers a clear and documented approach to the installation of the system. This ensures that all of your companies needs and challenges are discussed and actioned. Details of this can be found at https://www.solutionsinit.com/services/the-decir-process.
Remember, BPMA members are eligible for our Trade Associations Discount, giving you 25% off the purchase price!
World Pumps
MA Business
Hawley Mill
Hawley Road Sutton at Hone Dartford DA2 7TJ
Telephone: 07967 169154
E-mail: david.binge@markallengroup.com Web site: http://www.worldpumps.com
For over 65 years, World Pumps has been the world’s leading pump magazine, keeping the pump industry and its customers informed about all the technical and commercial developments in their industry.
World Pumps is read by over 22,000 pump users globally, all of whom have specifically requested the magazine and meet our strict circulation criteria. Industry sectors we target include: oil & gas, water & wastewater, energy efficiency, corrosive handling, power generation, pharmaceuticals, food & drink, HVAC, construction and dewatering.
All these are featured in our editorial which highlights problems unique to each sector and the technology and approach that has brought about a solution. Each month, World Pumps brings a range of solutions, developments and perspectives on technology, adding to our readers’ knowledge base.
Our website is constantly updated with news of the industry, applications and features. World Pumps welcomes news and articles from its readers to ensure that it is an accurate reflection of the pump industry today.
Member Company Trade Names
On the following pages you will find detailed indexes of BPMA member company trade names
This is a selection from the BPMA Training Guide. The full guide can be requested from marketing@bpma.org.uk or viewed digitally by scanning this QR code:
WHY TRAIN WITH US?
At BPMA we take pride in offering Technical Pump courses that cater to all levels of expertise. Our courses are designed by industry experts and delivered by trainers who possess a deep understanding of the subject matter. They are also qualified to answer any questions that arise during the training sessions, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive learning experience.
We are committed to providing our students with the best possible learning opportunities. All of our courses carry accreditation for Continuous Personal Development (CPD), which guarantees that our training programs are of the highest quality.
We understand that a skilled workforce is key to success in any industry, which is why we have developed an extensive training program that we supports everyone from apprentices and administration staff to experienced engineers. Our courses are designed to upskill your workforce and foster a culture of continuous improvement, allowing your staff to grow with you and meet the challenges of an ever-changing industry.
• Engaging programmes suitable for all levels and roles
• Cost-effective training that maximizes your training budget
• Modules that focus on learning that can be immediately applied in the workplace
• In-house tailored training specific to your needs and delivered at your site
• Accredited by the UK independent continuing professional development scheme
BESPOKE TRAINING & CONSULTANCY
We also offer bespoke training and consultancy options that can be delivered on-site, whether you have 5 staff or 50. Our experienced trainers can work with you to identify objectives, plan sessions and create course material that is tailored to your products, processes and your delegates' level of expertise.
Choose BPMA for pump training that supports your staff and your business.
Check our website www.bpma.org.uk for the latest prices, dates and availability.
GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR BPMA TRAINING
Our beginner courses provide a solid foundation in pumping technology, with a focus on the pump basics and technical aspects and are ideal for anyone new to the world of pumps
• Introduction to Pumping Technology (E-Learning): This online course is the perfect starting point for anyone new to the industry. It covers the basics of pump technology and sets the foundation for further learning.
• Pump Fundamentals (Classroom or online): This one-day course builds on the knowledge gained from the introduction course and on correct terminology usage and the more technical aspects of pump technology. An essential course delivered regularly at our offices in the West Midlands, live online and can be delivered as a closed course, or onsite at your premises.
Our intermediate courses are stand-alone one-day courses, perfect for those who have completed the Pump Fundamentals course and are looking to take their knowledge to the next level. We recommend that students choose from the courses below that best supplement their job role or function.
• Pump Selection: This covers the process of selecting the right pump for a specific application, taking into consideration factors such as flow rate, head, and efficiency.
• Pump Testing: Covers the testing and performance analysis of pumps, including the use of test rigs and instruments.
• Pump Systems: Looks at the design and operation of pumping systems, including the use of multiple pumps, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Introduction to Hydraulic Design Principles of Centrifugal Pumps: This is a specialised course covering the hydraulic design principles of centrifugal pumps, including the use of performance curves and system curves and is usually delivered as an on-site course
OUR COURSES
• Pump Repair & Maintenance: This popular two-day course covers the repair and maintenance of pumps, including disassembly, inspection, and the importance of planned maintenance, and is only available as a face-face course
• VSD: This new course covers the use of variable speed drives (VSDs) for controlling the speed of pumps, including the benefits and limitations of VSDs. Delivered as a basic one-day introduction course and a further oneday course concentrating on more advanced aspects.
Our advanced courses are for individuals who want to be the best in the industry and gain recognition within their organisation.
• The Essentials of Pumping Technology (ELearning): This 90-hour intensive learning course covers all aspects of pumping technology, from pump basics to advanced topics such as system design and optimisation.
• The Certified Pump Systems Auditor Course (CPSA): A four-day residential course designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to conduct a full pumping system audit to identify energy savings for their company and their customers
REDUCE ENERGY COSTS CONSERVE POWER –SAVE MONEY
By completing the Certified Pump Systems Auditor (CPSA) course, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to conduct a full pumping system audit. This will enable you to evaluate not only your systems, but also those of others, and identify opportunities for significant energy savings and cost efficiencies.
The CPSA course is designed to equip individuals with a comprehensive understanding of pump system performance and efficiency and covers a wide range of topics, including pump system design, installation, operation, and maintenance. By mastering these essential skills, you will be able to evaluate the whole system and make adjustments where necessary to achieve optimal performance, reduce energy consumption, and save money.
With CPSA certification, you will have the expertise to help your organization achieve its sustainability goals and remain competitive in a rapidly changing business landscape.
Pumps are the largest consumer of global motive power and pumping system improvements can have a reduction of up to 40% in energy costs.
Developed by the BPMA, an established and highly regarded body within the industry and referenced in the UK Government Energy Strategy documents.
The CPSA Programme
Attend a Residential 3-day Pumping System requirements and analysis training course and pass an examination
Attend a 1-day training course covering the ISO 14414 Standard for Energy Assessments of pump systems and Pump System Optimisation
CERTIFICATION
Engineers who are trained following the CPSA requirements will receive the following certification:
• A certificate from the BPMA affirming that the engineer has completed a course on the ISO 14414 standard for an energy assessment of a pumping system
• A certificate from the BPMA stating that the engineer has completed a Pump System Optimisation course.
FULL CPSA STATUS
Engineers who achieve CPSA status will:
• Receive a BPMA Certificate and CPSA photo registration card which identifies that the cardholder is approved to carry out Pump System Audits
• Have your photo and details placed on the CPSA website promoting the initiative, CPSA companies and CPSA-qualified auditors
BECOMING ACCREDITED TO CPSA
The CPSA Initiative is open to any competent engineer.
To successfully achieve full accreditation and the benefits that amass, candidates must:
• Attend a 4-day course and pass a comprehensive examination
• Prove certain levels of experience in the industry
• Show personal development through the completion of recognised education/training programmes
• Demonstrate active involvement in the industry.
CPSA course fees cover the cost of the course, evaluation of the student's experience and accredited status and visibility on the CPSA.
