Blogs
General, Free Tools, Blogs, Training | April 9, 2024
200 STEM Students Learn about Pumps
HI staff presented to 200 high school and college STEM students so far in 2024! The presentation exposes the next generation to the pump industry before they have formed a career direction. Using HI’s workforce development resources, this presentation walks through Paris 2024 Olympic preparation as a case study. HI Member and Partner organizations can further spread the word in their area by utilizing HI’s workforce development resources.
PSM Newsletter, Membership, Blogs, Pump System Training, General, Technical, General Industrial, Workforce Development, Training | March 28, 2024
Training Partner Program Brings HI Resources to Non-Members
With a primary focus on addressing the unique needs of the end-user community, the Training Partner Program was developed to support organizations not eligible for HI Membership who had a need for introductory and fundamental training.
Pump System Training, Blogs, General, Commercial Building, Technical, General Industrial, Workforce Development, Training, PSM Newsletter | March 28, 2024
Workforce development resources needed to support the 1.1 MM job openings in construction, manufacturing, and mining
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, US employers are looking to fill 8.9 MM open jobs as of January 2024, which is a slight improvement from the 10.4MM openings the prior January. With about 1.1 MM of these openings in construction, manufacturing, and mining, it illustrates the continued need of manufacturing and construction companies to focus on transferring knowledge from their aging workforces and bring new hires up to speed on the fundamentals so that they can focus on the higher-level job specific training.
Technical, Workforce Development, PSM Newsletter, General, General Industrial, Blogs | March 28, 2024
New Certifications Developed to Address Workforce Challenges
The pump and fluid handling industry is not immune to the workforce challenges facing other industries. To address this challenge, the Hydraulic Institute and Pump Systems Matter have aligned its focus on a strategic direction to: 1. publicize the vital and important role of pumps in society and attracting talent to the industry 2. develop standardized introductory and fundamental training 3. developing fundamental level certifications.
Blogs, Case Studies | March 28, 2024
An IoT Approach to Improving Wastewater Facility Operational Efficiency
Abstract: This case study has altered the names of the county and business partners involved. Roadrunner County is at the heart of Arizona’s major commercial and academic hub. This county has taken significant steps to look after the well-being of its citizens by preserving one of the most precious resources: water. Using an IoT solution based on situational awareness, as well as a mobile workforce and decision support system, the Roadrunner County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department provides management and maintenance of the county’s sanitary sewer system.
Blogs, Standards | January 11, 2024
HI 41.8 Program Guideline for Pump System Certification
HI 41.8 program guideline builds on the work done in HI 40.9, which identifies the core learning outcomes for industry professionals, and establishes the formal credentialing requirements for a Pump System Certified (PSC) Level 1 and Level 2 certification, including a standardized examination and renewal process.
Technical, PSM Newsletter, Regulatory, Free Tools, Blogs | December 12, 2023
The Hydraulic Institute’s Energy Rating Recognized by Major Pump Rebate Programs
Rebate programs incentivizing the sale of energy efficient pumps are on the rise with the U.S. Department of Energy, and other state and regional programs utilizing the HI Energy Rating.
Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter, Regulatory, Water/Wastewater, Agricultural | December 12, 2023
Pump System Opportunities in Irrigation
Upgrading pumping systems to improve pump efficiency and adding variable speed drives could save farmers $1.8 billion annually energy costs. What’s more, these upgrades would typically pay for themselves in under two years.
Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter | December 12, 2023
Pump Savings Calculator – Updated Version Released and How to Calculate Energy
The Pump Savings Calculator, version 1.0.2, was recently released, which is inclusive of the most up to date energy costs released by the Energy Information Agency.
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