PUMP-FLO UPDATE Quarterly Newsletter
July 2011
You asked for it!Changes to the Automatic System Resistance Curve Generation Feature on PUMP-FLO DesktopWith the release of PUMP-FLO 10 we introduced a new feature: the ability to quickly and easily generate a System Resistance Curve (SRC) that runs through your design point (without having to go into the System Data dialogue). Based on your feedback, we’ve made some changes to that feature in the latest maintenance release of PUMP-FLO 10.6... FULL ARTICLE To see how the new feature works, please read the full article about Automatic SRC Generation in PUMP-FLO Desktop in the Engineered Software Knowledge Base. PUMP-FLO InsightPUMP-FLO Insight is generating significant interest from pump manufacturers and distributors worldwide.Since introducing the new PUMP-FLO Insight product earlier this year, over 35 companies have requested demonstration. Customers are recognizing the business value of an integrated selection, configuration and quotation solution. Feedback has been very positive and we now have several pilot implementations underway. PUMP-FLO Insight is a fully customizable product configurator designed specifically for pump manufacturers and the industrial equipment marketspace. Insight will automate the sales and configuration process and maximize efficiency of your sales and engineering resources. Interested in a Live Demonstration of the INSIGHT configuration software, email us at info@pump-flo.com or call toll free 800-786-8545. New Pump Manufacturers to Choose PUMP-FLO Product Line of Software.Checkout All the Latest Catalogs on PUMP-FLO.com.Over the past quarter, three new manufacturers' catalogs were added to the PUMP-FLO Catalog Family: CentriPump, Forum Energy Technology and Goulds Turbine. Here is a little bit about our newest additions. We are excited to make available the latest Goulds Turbine catalog for our PUMP-FLO, PIPE-FLO users and announce the launch of the new eStorefront for the Goulds Turbine product line. Goulds Pumps is a global leader in pumps for the water technologies and industrial markets, producing the world's leading line of residential water well pumps. The Goulds Pumps' product portfolio includes submersible and lineshaft turbine, 4" submersible, jet, sump, effluent, sewage and centrifugal, as well as double suction, multi-stage, slurry and process pumps. Forum Energy Technologies located in San Antonio, Texas has also recently chosen the ePUMP-FLO software to streamline the pump selection process for its internal sales representatives, distributors and global customer base. Their software will be available shortly from their website, please watch for details. Forum Energy Technologies is one of the energy industry’s leading providers of production and drilling products in a wide variety of applications ranging from drilling, industrial, petrochemical and irrigation applications. We have just launched a new ePUMP-FLO customer this month – CentriPump. CentriPump is a Texas pump manufacturer that specializes in the reconditioning, installation, repair and service of plunger pumps throughout the Permian Basin in Texas. The industries that CentriPump serves include: petrochemical, energy production, water and wastewater, and general industrial. Industrial pump types include ANSI and ISO process centrifugal, self-priming centrifugal, horizontal multistage, reciprocating plunger, slurry, and vertical turbines capable of handling a wide range of fluids including high temperature, abrasive, corrosive, and entrained solids. Along with our new manufacturer catalog, we have made significant updates to the following manufacture's catalogs: - Alfa Laval The creation of an Electronic PUMP-FLO Catalog, or eCatalog, is a team effort between Engineered Software and the pump manufacturer. If you would like to see a manufacturers' catalog added to our list, please email info@pump-flo.com or call 800-786-8545. Don't be afraid to ask your pump manufacturer about when they will be available for selection with the PUMP-FLO programs.  Engineered Notes BlogTaco Bell® and the Importance of Pump System Optimization.What does Taco Bell and pump system optimization have in common? In this issue's Engineered Notes blog, Ray Hardee discusses the commonalities between the fast food drive thru and performing a pump system optimization analysis. Recent Blog Posts: Make sure to leave feedback or make a suggestion. We read every email and comment so send your thoughts and suggestions to blogger@eng-software.com. Interested in Guest Blogging on Engineered Notes? Write us an email stating your topic and how it relates to the piping system and/or pump industry. Send guest blog requests to natalie @eng-software.com. News from ESI Headquarters
Ask an Engineer - Brain TeaserQ. How does a fluid's properties affect a centrifugal pump's performance?Manufacturers typically test centrifugal pumps with water to develop a pump performance curve that they provide to their customers. But what if a customer is using that pump for a fluid other than water, is the pump curve representative of how the pump will perform in their system? MORE Listed below are some pump performance characteristics and key fluid properties. At a given flow rate, what do you expect the pump performance to do? READ the FULL ARTICLE. At a given flow rate, what do you expect the pump performance to do? 1.The working fluid has a higher density than water
2. The working fluid has a higher viscosity than water
 Submit your answers to brainteaser@eng-software.com.
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