PSM Newsletter

PSM Newsletter, General, General Industrial, Blogs, Technical, Workforce Development | 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.

Read Now

Blogs, Technical, PSM Newsletter, Regulatory, Free Tools | 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.

Read Now

Agricultural, Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter, Regulatory | 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.

Read Now

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.

Read Now

Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter | October 31, 2023

$10 MM Available from U.S. Department of Energy for Pumps with Qualifying HI Energy Rating

The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) is providing rebates for pumps, fans, and compressors that meet minimum energy requirements. The rebate program aims to help reduce the cost of making energy efficient upgrades, and the types of businesses that are most likely to benefit are ones with large motor driven pump loads that are operating without variable speed controls.

Read Now

Blogs, Workforce Development, Training, PSM Newsletter | October 31, 2023

Workforce Challenge and the Industry Response

So, the question that needs to be asked is how do we attract and retain employees without limited resources?

Read Now

PSM Newsletter, Case Studies | September 28, 2023

Benefits of Remote Monitoring of Sewage Pumping Stations

Overview: This case study will show the benefits of a remote monitoring solution in a municipal sewage lift station application. The station monitored was a Duplex Lift Station with ongoing failures.

Read Now

Blogs, PSM Newsletter, Water/Wastewater | August 29, 2023

A Resourceful Guide for the Wastewater Industry

The role that wastewater treatment plants plays in meeting our demands for clean water is vital, therefore, it’s important for the professionals in the wastewater industry to have the knowledge and resources to support the efficient and reliable operation of the treatment plants.

Read Now

Blogs, PSM Newsletter | August 22, 2023

What Factors Affect Pump Efficiency?

There is an optimal specific speed to reach maximum attainable efficiency that may vary depending on the pump design.

Read Now

Blogs, PSM Newsletter | June 29, 2023

HI 40.6 – A Proven Standard for Uniform Pump Efficiency Tests

From providing prescriptive test procedures to establishing suitable time periods for calibration of test instruments, HI 40.6 provides pump industry professionals with a common understanding among all stakeholders of how to perform efficiency tests and how pump efficiency is determined.

Read Now