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Minimum energy standards proposed for heat pump water heaters Image: GarkushaArt/stock.adobe.com The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is developing a Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (CRIS) to assess the impacts, costs, and benefits of options to improve the energy […] The post Minimum energy standards proposed for heat pump water heaters appeared first […]

Australian HVAC provider purchased by Japanese conglomerate Image: Bogdan Lazar/stock.adobe.com Sojitz Corporation (“Sojitz”) has signed a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of a 70 per cent stake in New South Wales-based Climatech Group Holdings Pty Ltd. (“Climatech”) in Australia […] The post Australian HVAC provider purchased by Japanese conglomerate appeared first on Pump Industry

A modern update on 1950s refrigeration technology Image: dembona/stock.adobe.com New research published in Joule suggests that a more efficient and environmentally friendly form of refrigeration might soon be available. This novel technology is based on thermogalvanic cells that produce a […] The post A modern update on 1950s refrigeration technology appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

North Pine Dam upgrade pumps up a temporarily lower dam level Image: Alexander/stock.adobe.com Over $69 million in staged strengthening works is set to commence later this year. Before the main dam upgrade, the lake drawdown, and dam wall reinforcement are all part of […] The post North Pine Dam upgrade pumps up a temporarily lower

SPX Flow and Siemens collaborate on digital twin Image: Poobest/stock.adobe.com SPX Flow is collaborating with Siemens to highlight cutting-edge digital twin technology at the MxD (Manufacturing x Digital) centre in Chicago, USA. A premier hub for innovation in manufacturing, MxD […] The post SPX Flow and Siemens collaborate on digital twin appeared first on Pump

New president for Danfoss Climate Solutions Image: wladimir1804/stock.adobe.com Danfoss has announced that Kristian Strand has been named president of Danfoss Climate Solutions. He succeeds Jürgen Fischer, who will retire after 16 years with the company. Strand, currently serving […] The post New president for Danfoss Climate Solutions appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine. Read rest

Harsh conditions and energy variations in the pumping industry Image: SEW Eurodrive The pumping industry is a cornerstone of numerous sectors, including water treatment, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. These sectors share many challenges, including the need for site/pump equipment and gear units […] The post Harsh conditions and energy variations in the pumping industry appeared

Pump installation: the how, the what, and the why Image: Doin Oakenhelm/stock.adobe.com This is the start of a series of articles on the correct installation of a pump set and its associated pipework which is important for the ongoing operation of the […] The post Pump installation: the how, the what, and the why appeared

Pumping up desalination product in South Australia Image: Imogen/stock.adobe.com Water production at the Adelaide Desalination Plant in Lonsdale is being ramped up to ensure a secure water supply for metropolitan Adelaide during the sustained dry conditions. Last year was […] The post Pumping up desalination product in South Australia appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

Chopping, cutting and grinding – how to select a solids pump Image: Pump Systems, Vaughan Co Understanding pump types can reduce downtime and improve efficiency in solids-laden applications. Eric Lawson from Vaughan Co. has some insights. Pumps are arguably the most important and prevalent piece of […] The post Chopping, cutting and grinding – how