Improving Pumping System Performance

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TOC

Section 1: Pumping System Basics
Overview
Pumping System Components
Pumping System Principles

Section 2: Performance Improvement Opportunity Roadmap
Overview
The Fact Sheets
Assessing Pumping System Needs
Common Pumping System Problems
Indications of Oversized Pumps
Piping Conigurations to Improve Pumping System Eficiency
Basic Pump Maintenance
Centrifugal Pumps
Positive Displacement Pump Applications
Multiple Pump Arrangements
Pony Pumps
Impeller Trimming
Controlling Pumps with Adjustable Speed Drives

Section 3: The Economics of Improving Pumping Systems
Overview
Conduct a Systems Assessment
Analyze Life-Cycle Costs Before Making a Decision
Sell Your Projects to Management

Section 4: Where to Find Help
Overview
DOE Industrial Technologies Program and BestPractices
Hydraulic Institute
Directory of Contacts
Resources and Tools
Appendices
App A: Glossary of Basic Pumping System Terms
App B: Pumping System Assessment Tool (PSAT)
App C: Pumping Systems Tip Sheets
App D: Guidelines for Comments

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