Blogs

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.

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Blogs, Case Studies | March 28, 2024

An IoT Approach to Improving Wastewater Facility Operational Efficiency

Overview: 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.

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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.

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

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Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter, Regulatory, 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.

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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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Blogs, Energy Efficiency, Regulatory, Water/Wastewater | December 7, 2023

The Hydraulic Institute: Optimizing the State of the Pump Industry

In this interview, Executive Director Michael Michaud tells us more about HI’s work with municipal and irrigation clients, its partnerships with government agencies, and its industry conferences.

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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.

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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?

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Blogs, Case Studies | October 17, 2023

Improving Booster Pump Set Efficiency Using Variable Speed Drives 

Overview: An existing Booster pump set designed to provide a continuous and steady supply of water to a small community of 40 homes. The initial system utilized two fixed speed pumps operating in an on/off pressure control mode to pump water from a storage tank and maintain water pressure to the community.

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