Enclosed block pump seals
EMU pumps from USFilter's Davis Products minimize submersible pump failure due to the inability of seals to prevent intrusion of surrounding liquid. Through advanced proprietary technology, both the upper and lower sets of mechanical seals are located inside a precision engineered Enclosed Block Seal (EBS). This allows on-site servicing because each set of seals are "factory set" with correct spring pressure, requiring no field modifications or adjustments. To replace the EBS requires removing the heat exchanger, replacing the EBS, and re-installing the heat exchanger. No special spring force tools or other technical field assembly are required to guarantee correct positioning and location within the pump. Springs and housing are all 316 stainless steel for maximum durability.
USFilter's Davis Products
Thomasville, GA
912-226-5733
Web: www.usfilter.com
Pump control system
CSI Controls
Ashland, OH
Tel: 419-281-5767
Web: www.chandlersystemsinc.com
Submetering system
ABB Water Meters, Inc.
Ocala, FL
Tel: 800-874-0890
Low flow measurement
The new Model 4460 non-intrusive, programmable flow-captor from weber Sensors measures flow of liquid media, using a calorimetric principle pioneered by the company. The unit is a dual function system, measuring both flow and temperature simultaneously. It measures flow volumes with very high accuracy even at low flow rates. The programmable unit offers two isolated flow set points and one isolated temperature set point, as well as linearized analog outputs (4-20 mA) for each. The unit is designed to be easily programmed, self-contained, compact and rugged for measuring flows of clean or dirty water, oil, grease, pastes, sludge and all varieties of aggressive media.
weber Sensors Inc.
Woodstock, GA
Tel: 770-592-6630
Web: www.captor.com
Fixed film microbiology
FBC Technologies introduced the Bio2Bloc system. The fixed-film microbiology system is comprised of a multitude of floating modules. Each module comes equipped with two diffusion systems, a fine-bubble system to nourish the media bed, and a high-pressure coarse bubble system that periodically flushes and clears the media bed. A shore-mounted blower aerates the system eliminating electrical hook-up in the water. The system installs in a single day using a backhoe.
FBC Technologies, Inc.
Pittsford, NY
Tel: 716-383-1360
Small footprint system
When space for the odor control system is limited, NuTech's QCIDTM may be the solution. Requiring only 1 square foot of floor space for each 900 cfm of airflow, the QCID, which stands for "quick contact in duct," has a very small footprint. The contact section is only 54" high. The system is designed to treat nuisance type oxidized wastewater odors and odors with 1 ppm or less H2S at the inlet to the QCID.NuTech Environmental Corp.
Denver, CO
Tel: 800-321-8824
Thermal oxidizers
ThermTech provides products and engineered pollution control systems. The company can design, engineer and manufacture thermal and catalytic oxidizers, air moving and handling systems, fixed bed concentration systems and more. The company's wastewater evaporators offer a flash process that eliminates costly warm up time and destroys most hydrocarbons.
ThermTech, Inc.
Kingwood, TX
Tel: 281-359-7555
Web: www.thermtech.com
Snap ring filter bag
Hayward's new QVA (Quality, Value, Alternative) filter bag is easier to use for liquid filtering applications than ordinary filter bags because the side seam in the bag is welded, rather than sewn. There is virtually no extra fabric to bunch up around the snap ring. Without the bump of extra material in the sealing area, the bag can be seated in the filter vessel faster and more reliably. The bags are constructed with polypropylene or polyester needle felt. They come in standard sizes in both single and double lengths, and offer micron ratings from 1 to 200.
Hayward Industrial Products
Elizabeth, NJ
Tel: 908-351-5400, ext. 2213
Web: www.haywardindustrial.com
Controllers
Antx has enhanced the DiaLog Elite to provide users with easy-to-use control schemes. Users now can specify multiple conditions for analog and digital inputs to turn on and off designated relays to control equipment and improve efficiency without having to add complicated and expensive PLCs. The addition of these controls combines the features of an alarm notification device, a remote telemetry unit (RTU) and a controller into a single small package. Previously users had to purchase a small PLC to build dedicated control circuits and then add an alarm dialer. Not only has the PLC been eliminated, but the unit allows a user to alter the control scheme either from the integral keypad or with a phone call.
Antx, Inc.
Austin, TX
Tel: 512-255-2800
Web: www.antx.com
Butt fusion machine
McElroy's new, smaller, butt fusion machine, the No. 14 PitBull, offers versatile performance in the trench or outside the ditch. Field-trials prove it is capable of butt fusion of 1" through 4" (IPS and DIPS) polyethylene pipe. Flexible features include detachable reversible jaws and handle for operation from both sides, and an improved locking cam to precisely lock the moveable jaw. The fusion machine can mount transversely on its four-wheel cart for alignment in-line or perpendicular to the pipeline. McElroy's patented features are standard and the new machine is compatible with and fully supported by existing McElroy tooling.
McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.
Tulsa, OK
Tel: 918-836-8611
Web: www.mcelroymfg.com
Robotic inspection crawler
The ROVVER® 600 steerable robotic inspection crawler from Everest VIT is suited for visually inspecting long horizontal distances through pipes or hazardous areas. At 12" long, it is more compact but packs the power to inspect through restricted pipe, large offsets and protruding pipetabs. Using the hand-held remote pendant, the operator easily steers the crawler around multiple elbows and solid obstructions.
Everest VIT
Flanders, NJ
Tel: 888-332-3848
Web: www.everestvit.com
Pipe tools and products
Trumbull Industries manufactures products for the water and wastewater treatment industry, including Soil Probe Rods for locating buried lines. The probes feature a steel shaft, and non-conducting handle and shaft covers to protect the user from inadvertent electric shock from underground power lines. The company's Brass Meter Couplings and Flanges are used in the installation of water meters and are stocked in sizes from 5/8" through 2". Each is supplied with a rubber gasket. Its Hydrant Safety Repair Kits come in two new models for repairing or refitting popular makes of fire hydrants.
Trumbull Industries
Youngstown, OH
Tel: 800-365-1799
Pumps
The new line of sump pumps, utility and semi-trash pumps and sewage ejection pumps offered by Ridge Tool consists of 14 pumps in the AquaProTM line. They are constructed with cast iron bodies and impellers. Stainless steel motor housings and impeller plates withstand rust and corrosion in harsh environments. Six different models of sump pumps range from 1/3 to 1 hp. and 3,100 to 6,000 gph capacities. The sewage or effluent pumps come in three models with 1/2, 4/10 and 6/10 hp, and the utility pumps range from 1/4 to 51/2 hp, with capacities from 1,100 to 16,800 gph.Ridge Tool Company
Elyria, OH
Tel: 800-769-7743
web: www.ridgid.com
Fiber optic data communications
Dymec's new hardened fiber optic 3900 chassis is designed for data communication applications where signal integrity, reliability and safety are critical. It supports any combination of up to 15 10baseFL Ethernet, RS1232, and EIA 485 and 422 data links. Other features include a 19" rack mounting, operation temperatures from -40 to 85° C, and powering options of 90-250 vAC or vDC, or 24-48 vDC. The chassis is ruggedized to withstand rigors of hostile operating environments.
Dymec Inc.
Chelmsford, MA
Tel: 978-256-0025
Web: www.dymec.com
Filter systems
The F.B. Leopold Company Inc.
Zelienople, PA
Tel: 724-452-6300
Web: www.fbleopold.com
Wastewater treatment
The Floating Fast® system from Smith & Loveless incorporates the fixed-film Fast treatment process in a floating package for installation in an existing aeration pond or lagoon. The system features high-density biomass growth that can increase the treatment level over natural and aerator-supported biodegradation. Three modules are available: the high strength module for high BOD removal applications; regular strength for typical municipal wastewater applications, and the Ultra Nitrify module for applications requiring higher levels of nitrifying bacteria.
Smith & Loveless Inc.
Lenexa, KS
Tel: 913-888-5201
Web: www.smithandloveless.com
Infiltration system
Infiltrator Systems Inc.
Old Saybrook, CT.
Tel: 800-221-4436
Web: www.infiltratorsystems.com
Medium voltage drive
Robicon has released the compact new Gen 3 Perfect Harmony medium voltage drive. In this new system, the company has integrated the drive with the isolation transformer to offer a 30% to 50% smaller footprint than standard drives. The drive is an all-in-one, factory prewired and tested system. Nearly 50% of its footprint reduction is due to its air-cooled transformer, mounted on its end. In addition, users save money for cabling, which can be costly to shield and protect. The number of power cells has been reduced from 15 to 12 by increasing the voltage of an individual IGBT cell from 1,200V to 1,400V. Cost reductions have been achieved by configuring the drive with several low-voltage IGBTs, which is less expensive than the traditional high-voltage power device approach.
Robicon
New Kensington, PA
Tel: 724-339-9500
Web: www.robicon.com
Pressing tool
Victaulic now offers a pneumatic pressing tool for use with its Pressfit system for joining IPS Schedule 5 steel and types 304 and 316 stainless steel pipe without welding, threading or flanges. The PFT507 Pressfit tool is powered by compressed air and hydraulically driven. It is supplied with a steel carrying case with product assembly and tool operation manual. Pressing jaws in 1/2 through 2" sizes can be leased or purchased separately.
Victaulic Company of America
Easton, PA
Tel: 800-742-5842
Web: www.victaulic.com
Hacksaw blades
T. Christy Enterprises has introduced its new Viper line of hacksaw and reciprocating blades. The hacksaw blades are 12"x 1/2" and come in 18, 24, and 32 TPI. They are bimetal construction and are shatter/shock resistant. Made in the USA, the blades come packaged 10 per vinyl pack. The reciprocating blades come in different sizes for both metal and wood applications and a carbide grit blade is available.
T. Christy Enterprises, Inc.
Anaheim, Ca
Tel: 800-258-4583
Sub-metering
Water Management Services has announced its Aqua point of use water meters, which are a practical method for submetering water, sewer services in multi-family apartment communities. The meter records flow, temperature and diagnostic data, and transmits it to a billing service. The systems have a simple pay-back of one year or less in this application. System accuracy meets applicable AWWA standards, and the unit records flows ranging from 0.2 to 8.0 gpm.
Water Management Services, Inc.
San Diego, CA
Tel: 858-824-0900
Web: www.watermgmt.com
AMR system
Hexagram offers the Star Wide Area Fixed Network AMR System. Its advanced radio technology allows the system to operate without meter readers, vans, or handhelds. The STAR units are compatible with all encoder, pulse and generator meters, and read the meter twice each day. The readings are sent over a secure, FCC licensed radio channel to data collector units, which in turn send them to a network control computer housed at the utility billing office.
Hexagram, Inc.
Cleveland, OH
Tel: 216-464-1057
Email: [email protected]
Video inspection
Ridge Tool Co.Elyria, OH
Tel: 800-769-7743
Web: www.ridgid.com
Polymer mixer
Neptune Chemical Pump Co.
Lansdale, PA
Tel: 215-699-8700
Fax: 800-255-4017
Web: www.neptune1.com
Mag meter
McCrometer has launched the MX UltraMagTM flowmeter for use in the water and wastewater market. The meter is unique in its use of Ultraliner TechnologyTM, which is applied using a fluidized bed process. The lining uses a 3M fusion-bonded epoxy coating that gives the meter an effective electric insulator coating that also protects it from corrosion and chemical attacks. The new liner technology is more resistant to abrasion and delamination failures. The flowmeter features an accuracy rate of ±0.5%, velocity range of 0.2 to 34 FPS and a pressure rating of 150 or 300 PSI.McCrometer Inc.
Hemet, CA
Tel: 909-652-6811
Web: www.mccrometer.com
Submersible level transducer
Pressure Systems Inc.
Hampton, VA
Tel: 800-328-3665
Web: www.pressuresystems.com
Control valve
Burkert's Type 2031 Diaphragm Control Valve provides essential flow characteristics wherever highly accurate control of temperature, pressure or flow is required. The company will package the diaphragm valve with pilot actuation and a process sensor of the users choice to provide a complete process control loop solution. The valves are available in 316 stainless steel to handle high purity, polluted, dirty, abrasive or viscous liquids. The valves feature a self-draining design with minimal dead volume. They can be retrofitted with a variety of accessories for electrical position feedback, ASI connection, stroke limitation or manual override.
Burkert-USA
Irvine, CA
Tel: 949-223-3139
Web: www.burkert-usa.com.
Drainage control monitor
The new El-FI Drainage Control Monitor from Emotron is used with submersible pump systems to cut running costs and extend their operational life. Because it uses the pump motor as its own load sensor, the monitor eliminates the need for most water-level detectors used to start and stop pumps. The unit uses an algorithm to automatically measure pump run times to calculate appropriate pause periods, thereby continuously adjusting pump operation to suit the pit fill rate. The device can also be used to control pumps that run alternately in two pump systems.
Emotron Inc.
Toledo, OH
Tel: 419-841-7774
Web: www.emotron.com
Spectrometer software
Spectronic Unicam has introduced its new Windows® Applications software for the AMINCO-Bowman Series 2 Luminescence Spectrometer. It contains the same applications programs as the former OS/2-based software but it is Windows 95/98 compatible. The software allows multiple users to create and store personalized setups, execute multiple programs simultaneously and share data among those programs. Libraries of personalized setups can be stored for automatic selection of options in instrument control, applications, file handling and graphical display. It also includes an array of features designed to enhance the analysis and presentation of data as well.
Spectronic Unicam
Rochester, NY
Tel: 800-654-9955
Web: www.uvvis.com
Valve exerciser
Wheeler-Rex Pipe Tools offers a trailer mounted valve exerciser, the Valvemaster, designed specifically for municipal applications. It mounts on any standard 2" ball hitch, eliminating the need for dedicating a vehicle exclusively to valve exercising duty. It features a unique frame design and telescoping control arm that absorbs torque to permit safe, stable operation even when unhitched. Other features include auxiliary connections for use as a hydraulic power source for other tools, a 13 hp Briggs & Stratton gas motor, variable speed one-hand controls and more.
Wheeler-Rex.
Ashtabula, OH
Tel: 800-321-7950
Web: www.wheelerrex.com
Tube fitting
Swagelok Co. has introduced the new Swagelok® Tube Fitting, its advanced, patented tube-fitting technology. The fittings are designed to help installers make more consistent, leak-tight, high-performance tube connections. Their patented back-ferrule design is engineered to hinge during installation. It delivers greater sealing and gripping action that reduces the potential for improper installation and leakage. The new tube fitting uses the same 11/4 turn installation requirements and installation gauges as the original Swagelok® Tube Fitting.
Swagelok Company
Solon, OH
Tel: 440-349-5934
Web: www.swagelok.com
Vertical turbine pump
The Fairbanks Morse VTSH® eliminates the need for users to enter wet wells. The vertical turbine solids handling pump puts the pump in the wet pit and the driver accessibly above grade. The pump design eliminates the need for a dry well and appurtenances, decreasing installation costs. The higher pump/motor efficiency and its hydraulically balanced flow design reduce energy and operational costs. The patented, heavy-duty design is engineered to eliminate bearing wear.
Fairbanks Morse Pump
Kansas City, KS
Tel: 913-371-5000
Web: www.fairbanksmorsepump.com
Helical gear drives
Boston Gear has introduced its 800 series in-line helical gear drives. These compact, heavy-duty helical gear drive models include double and triple reduction units with standard NEMA C-Face flanged and direct input non-flanged configurations. The series offers a wide range of reduction ratios to suit the output speed requirements of many applications and a variety of input shaft configurations for maximum positioning flexibility.
Boston Gear
Quincy, MA
Tel: 617-328-3300
Sewer rehabilitation
Severn Trent Services has acquired Vermont Pipeline Services, which will become a part of the Pitometer Pipeline Services Group. The company offers sewer rehabilitation to municipalities in addition to the other pipeline services for both water and wastewater systems.
Severn Trent Services, Inc.
Fort Washington, PA
Tel: 215-283-3477
Web: www.severntrentservices.com
Magnetic locators
The ML-1 and the ML-1M units from SubSurface Instruments were designed with the surveyor in mind. They feature easy, on-hand operation, keypad switches, no knobs and weigh only two pounds. The ML-1M Magnetic Locator is a digital metered version that adds features and value without complexity. Both units ship in a softpack carrying case.
SubSurface Instruments, Inc.
Purcellville, VA
Tel: 540-338-1202
Web: www.SSLocators.com
Dual containment piping
Asahi/America now offers the Fluid-Lok dual-containment piping system in sizes from 1" x 3" to 36" x 42". Because it is manufactured from high-quality HDPE, the system will not rust, rot, pit or corrode when exposed to a wide range of acids, bases and organic solids. Its double-walled construction and advanced leak detection options offer a high level of security against accidents or leaks. The patented Force Transfer Coupling® manages thermal expansion of the inner carrier pipe and the outer containment pipe. All joints are welded with simultaneous butt fusion using only proven thermoplastic fusion and engineering techniques.
Asahi/America, Inc.
Malden, MA
Tel: 877-242-7244
Web: www.asahi-america.com
Self-priming centrifugal pumps
The Gorman-Rupp Company
Mansfield, OH
Tel: 419-755-1011
Web: www.gormanrupp.com
Level switch
The Type CL-10DJI Dynatrol® Interface Level Switch from Automation Products has been designed for level detection of interfaces between a liquid and a settled bed of solids. The switch is mounted through a 3/4" half-coupling at the point of desired level detection. The probe, when not covered, is free to vibrate, producing an output signal that indicates a low level exists. When the probe is covered with solid material, a damping of the oscillations occurs and the relay indicates a high level exists. The On/Off signal operates a SPDT relay to activate alarms, indicator lights or process control equipment.
Automation Products Inc.
Houston, TX
Tel: 800-231-2062
Web: www.dynatrolusa.com
Pipe markers
K-Sun has introduced the MaxiSoft PipeMarker system that features software, a printer and special media material for creating hundreds of pre-defined pipe, valve and tag markers that meet current OSHA regulations and ANSI standards. Users can also customize any marker or tag to fit their specific identification requirements. The package includes Windows-based software, a special thermal transfer printer and printing media.
K-Sun Corp.
Somerset, WI
Tel: 800-622-6312
Web: www.ksun.com
Directional drilling
The new Ditch Witch JT4020 Mach 1 horizontal directional drilling system has a variety of automated features. Powered by a 185 hp turbocharged diesel engine, the unit develops 40,000 pounds of pullback, 5,000 foot pounds spindle torque and spindle speeds to 250 rpm. It has power and fluid capacity to accommodate a mud motor. New features include automated cruise control, four-point anchoring, improved pipe loading, heavy-duty vise wrenches and improved automatic pipe lubrication.
The Charles Machine Works
Perry, OK
Tel: 800-654-6481
Web: www.ditchwitch.com
Controllers
Eurotherm Chessell has announced the availability of its new three channel analog input module for the IOS 2500 Controller. The A13 module sources individually isolated loop power for two wire transmitter inputs or sinks the mA signal from externally powered loops. The high performance module provides up to 16-bits of resolution. Termination boards are available with quick disconnects for removing each channel of the A13 from its current loop for commissioning and trouble shooting. The I/O system 2500 (IOS 2500) is an intelligent distributed control, signal conditioning and alarm system that communicates on Modbus® RTU or Profibus® DP networks. It can operate as a stand-alone controller or as distributed I/O in a SCADA system.
Eurotherm Chessell,
an Invensys Company
San Diego, CA
Tel: 800-801-5099
Web: www.chessell.com
Disposable bailers
Clearwater Engineering has released the Titan Series line of disposable bailers for groundwater sampling needs. These bailers offer more accurate sampling and achieve fast descent and fill times without introducing any sample aeration or agitation. The check ball apparatus is completely redesigned to eliminate leakage. The bailers use a soft-coated hemisphere that completely closes off the bailer orifice even in the presence of silt to ensure a tight seal. The bailer weights have been relocated to the exterior where they have been counter-balanced.
Clearwater Engineering, Inc.
Clearwater, FL
Tel: 727-573-2210
System software
Systems & Software has recently added electronic functionality to the CIS portion of its MUPS (Municipal & Utility Package Software) suite to create an interface with third-party hand-held and AMR devices and its Customer Information and Utility Billing application modules. This interface helps utilities provide better customer service, reduce operational costs, and improve billing integrity. Now, from the field, workers can automatically create and transfer work orders based on condition codes such as illegal consumption. For example, if a reading from a vacant account shows any type of activity, a work order is automatically generated to determine why water is being consumed at the premises. This reduces theft of services and costly disputes over period use by new occupants. Another benefit of this electronic functionality is paperless fieldwork. Work orders such as meter exchanges, repairs, and maintenance can be transferred electronically to and from units in trucks.
Systems & Software, Inc.
Colchester, VT
Tel: (802) 655-4400
Web: www.mups.com
