GRUNDFOS (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters 25 Jalan Tukang SINGAPORE 619264 Telephone Facsimile Email Web : +65 6681 9688 : +65 6681 9689 : [email protected] : grundfos.com 2 June 2014 PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Grundfos unveils a complete range of axial-flow propeller pumps with the Turbulence Optimiser™ (patent pending) The new range of KPL axial-flow propeller pumps is ideal for flood control and other heavy-duty pumping applications. The Turbulence Optimiser™(patent pending) provides an innovative solution for reducing turbulence in the gap between the pump volute and the column pipe, increasing efficiency by up to two percentage points. Singapore – Increasingly, Water Utilities need to cope with the consequences of extreme rainfall and runoff events. The emphasis on stormwater, surface and rainwater control has resulted in increasing demands for reliability, robustness, reduced energy consumption, and simplified maintenance. “At Grundfos, our focus on energy efficiency and reliability for critical applications helps water utilities and individuals avoid disruption in their daily lives,” says Jan Pedersen, Sales Development Director, Grundfos. “The efficiency gains from the Turbulence Optimiser™ (patent pending) show our commitment to finding solutions to real-life issues facing owners and operators that give tangible benefits.” The range of KPL axial-flow propeller pumps offers: • Best-in-class hydraulic efficiency of up to 87% • Market-leading lightweight design • No clogging Introducing the Turbulence Optimiser™ (patent pending) Traditionally, axial-flow propeller pumps lose efficiency from the turbulence generated in the gap between the pump volute and the column pipe. As the flow and pressure increases, so too does the turbulence, increasing efficiency losses further. Grundfos has developed the Turbulence Optimiser™(patent pending), an innovative solution to this problem that increases the hydraulic efficiency by up to two percentage points. Page 1 of 3 Side 1 af 3 The Turbulence Optimiser™ (patent pending) is an expandable rubber ring mounted on the perimeter of pump volute. As water flow and pressure increases, the rubber ring expands and adapts to the pipe, reducing turbulence and the efficiency losses this causes. The Turbulence Optimiser™ (patent pending) is standard in all KPL axial-flow propeller pumps and has the further positive effect that misalignment and production tolerances of the column will no longer affect efficiency. Another innovation, available as an accessory, is the anti-cavitation cone, an innovative solution for avoiding the build-up of vortices and cavitation in the pumps. Reliable, versatile, robust The KPL axial-flow propeller pump is designed for high flow at low head. With a flow capacity of up to 700 m3/min at up to 9 m head, the Grundfos KPL axial-flow propeller pump is ideal for flood control as well as other applications, such as raw water intake, stormwater control, wastewater treatment pumping stations, recirculation pumps, aquaculture, water supply cooling systems and amusement parks, in fact wherever large volumes of water are to be moved. The high-precision one-piece propeller matches precisely the application. This resolves the potential malfunctions that can occur when having to adjust blades, and there is nothing that can work loose. The back-swept design means rags and solids glide off the propeller, resulting in less clogging. Each KPL pump is individually engineered to suit your requirements and is available in a wide range of variants, ensuring cost-efficient performance. Different materials, sensors, surface coating and shaft seal materials are among the options. Easy to service and maintain The KPL axial-flow propeller pump incorporates a range of technologies, where we incorporate functional design features that save time and money and prolong pump life. The market-leading lightweight design, substantially reduced from earlier models, does not compromise the renowned robustness of the KPL axial-flow pump. Maintenance is reduced, for example with the back-swept shape of the propeller, making the propeller effectively self-cleaning. An easily replaced wear ring, cable compartment inspection hole and cartridge shaft seal keeps downtime low. For installation and when the pump needs to be lifted, the balanced lifting handle ensures that no damage is done to the pump – always a risk, when the column pipe may be up to 20m deep. The double mechanical shaft seal is a unique single-unit cartridge with a back-to-back shaft seal system, providing a sustainable sealing solution with easy replacement in the field, without the need for special tools. Other features include: • Balanced lifting handle – pump and sealing are not damaged during installation • Patented cable entry seal – no water leakage into motor • Cable inspection lid – fast and easy inspection without disassembling the pump • High quality bearings – meaning longer service intervals • CFD optimised axial volute – few hydraulic losses and low noise • Sensors for pump monitoring during operation, including water-in-oil sensor Page 2 of 3 Side 2 af 3 Furthermore information about the KPL axial-flow pump is available at www.grundfos.com/floodcontrol ### Note to Editors: Grundfos is participating at the SIWW Water Expo under the Danish Export Association. We welcome you and your reporting team to visit us at Stand B2 V29, where we will be able to offer additional information, high-resolution pictures and interviews to assist with your reports. Please contact Natalie Mah at mobile +65 9186 7543 or email [email protected] to arrange for an appointment. About Grundfos Grundfos is a world-leading Danish pump manufacturer established since 1945. With an annual production of over 16 million pump units, it is the world's largest pump manufacturer, offering a full-range of optimised water solutions with modular, energy-efficient and intelligent products and services that can be tailored for industrial, water utility, water supply as well urban and agricultural applications using tried and tested technology. Today, Grundfos is represented globally by more than 80 companies in 55 countries, and a large distribution network. In the Asia Pacific, it has a strong presence with 11 sales companies, two production plants, six assembly and manufacturing facilities, and a workforce of over 1100 employees. For more information, please visit www.grundfos.com. For more information, please contact: For media enquiries, please contact: Grundfos (Singapore) Pte Ltd Tiffany Bermingham Regional Marketing Manager Asia Pacific +61 8 8461 4664 [email protected] Cactus Communications on behalf of Grundfos Grundfos at SIWW Stand Number: B2 V29 (under the Danish Export Association) Mark Tan +65 9821 2992 [email protected] Natalie Mah +65 9186 7543 [email protected] Page 3 of 3 Side 3 af 3
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