The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released the final federal standards for residential and commercial circulator pumps on May 21, 2024. The standards—which fall under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA)—recognize that compliant equipment will provide significant energy savings and maximum improvements in energy efficiency, and are technologically and...
The new construction process for commercial and industrial buildings is the perfect time to explore how water will move for use throughout the facility. Consider using a smart pump. These innovative pumps come pre-packaged with built-in controls to help get water where it’s needed, increase overall system efficiency, mitigate wasted...
Recent advancements in motor controls have had huge impacts on the circulator pump market. Specifically, circulator pumps with what are known as Electronically Commutated Motors, or ECMs, trigger an intelligent speed control system that provides substantial energy savings. This is because speed-controlled pumps automatically adjust their output to changing demand...
Although the full impact of pumps in our society sometimes falls under the radar, what hasn’t gone unnoticed is energy efficiency and sustainability. When it comes to whole-building energy efficiency and sustainability, pumps are front and center and play a critical role in helping facilities reach these goals.
Many large buildings and campuses have HVAC water-distribution systems, also called hydronic systems. Water is heated or cooled in a central plant, then pumped to air handlers, where ventilation air is conditioned as needed.