• FREEFLOWi4.0 flexible, thermodynamic pump monitoring system

    Our industry-leading FREEFLOWi4.0 thermodynamic pump monitoring system is easy to use, self-contained and wireless. It offers immense flexibility, highly suited to monitor pumps, blowers, fans and turbines at medium to large stations.

    The system can be temporarily or permanently installed on-site, directly assessing actual operational performance, continuously gathering data and driving ongoing optimisation work.

    Why use a thermodynamic pump monitoring system?

    Pump system characteristics typically change with demand and station operation, particularly within larger pumping stations where absolute precision is necessary. Changes can be observed and controlled using a thermodynamic pump monitoring system over a set period.

    Often hidden characteristics are discovered that can lead to major improvements in overall operating efficiency and asset lifecycle costs.

    Make real-time pump optimisation a reality

    Results can provide valuable data for real-time optimisation, and for planning capital expenditure and minimising whole-life costs. Monitoring can also reduce energy consumption, carbon emissions, hydraulic failure and premature wear.

    How the FREEFLOWi4.0 works

    Because a pump is usually part of a dynamic system, its contribution will vary with demand and system characteristics.

    Our FREEFLOWi4.0 system can monitor hydraulic performance and pump efficiency. In conjunction with our operator interface software, the real-time effectiveness of each pump can be evaluated, and accurate data generated to make optimisation happen.

    Set up of the flexible FREEFLOWi4.0 monitoring kit

    Above shows a render of our FREEFLOWi4.0 connected to a series of pumps and wirelessly feeding data to a nearby FREEFLOW HMI box.

    COMMONLY MONITORED APPLICATIONS

    For medium to large pumping stations with typical pump size of 50kW and above

    SYSTEM COMPONENTS

    One FREEFLOWi4.0 pump monitor
    One set of precision temperature transducers
    One 10-bar suction pressure transducer
    One 20-bar delivery pressure transducer
    One power measurement system (LV/HV)
    One touch screen local operator panel
    Two insertion glands per pump

    SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS

    Works with any high energy pump
    Enables motor efficiency to be measured using our patented technology
    Measures individual pump efficiency and flow rate
    Supports planned maintenance programmes by tracking reduction in pump efficiency
    Trends data to predict the most cost-effective time for pump replacement, refurbishment, coating or other remedial maintenance
    Provides pump head, flow, efficiency, power and motor efficiency
    Integrates with SCADA, standalone or web-access (security assured)Delivers the following real-time data, which are the building blocks of optimisation: pump efficiency (%), motor power (kW), flow rate (l/s) and pump head (m).The following measurements are taken: hydraulic measurement (differential temperature, suction pressure, discharge pressure), electrical power measurement (kW), asset performance information and motor efficiency measurement (%).Captures, processes and provide data to managers and operators via our interface software. Every minute of the day and night, enhanced information is made available from FREEFLOW to improve station efficiency and reduce operating costs.

    To discuss how our solutions can help you:

    Call us on +44 (0) 1872 260005 or click here to get in touch