Armstrong In The Media

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Armstrong Fluid Technology, a global leader in HVAC and fluid flow solutions, has announced a new partnership with Parts Town, a leading distributor of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) HVAC parts. This collaboration will improve access to critical components and deliver expanded service excellence to customers.

As Seen On: empoweringpumps.com September 10, 2024

While enjoying a comfortably climate-controlled building is a modern expectation, it poses significant challenges for the environment. The heating, cooling, and ventilation systems that let you wear a three-piece suit in August without sticking to your office chair are often outdated, using far more energy than needed and contributing heavily to global carbon emissions.

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Delivers Significant Cost and Energy Savings

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a new integrated digital platform, named Envelope, that connects components in a mechanical system. Envelope unites Armstrong and partner solutions, delivering optimization through performance mapping, cutting-edge analytics and lifecycle services.

As Seen On: acrjournal.uk October 15, 2024

Students, teachers and careers advisers from local schools and colleges were among the visitors to Armstrong Fluid Technology in Droitwich as part of National Manufacturing Day 2024.

As well as providing information about careers in manufacturing to young people and more experienced workers interested in a career change, the open day also gave the community an opportunity to understand more about the businesses on their doorstep.

Heat exchangers are a crucial piece of any application that involves heat transfer. In residential buildings heat exchangers can be found in radiant floor applications, pools, or domestic drinking water applications. In commercial buildings, heat exchangers are used for free cooling applications, chiller and heater loops and district energy. In Industrial and Process applications, heat exchangers are found in areas such as steam plants transferring heat from steam to water. They are also used in the refrigeration cycle as evaporators and condensers in chillers to save space and improve efficiency.

Power factor is a measure of how effectively electrical power is being used by a system. It is defined as the ratio of real power (measured in kilowatts, kW) to apparent power (measured in kilovolt-amperes, kVA). Mathematically, it is expressed as:

In a commercial potable water system, a booster pump plays a vital role, ensuring consistent water pressure and distribution. Booster pumps, typically installed in buildings with high-rise structures or complex layouts, elevate water pressure to meet the flow demands of fixtures and appliances. Like any mechanical equipment, booster pumps require regular service and maintenance to function optimally and avoid the possibility of disruptions in the water supply. In this article, we'll delve into the importance of servicing and maintaining booster pumps in commercial potable water systems.

Profile of Vertical Turbine Pumps

Vertical turbine pumps are specially designed to move water from an underground well or reservoir. Water enters the pump through a bell-shaped part called the suction bell. From there it moves into the first stage impeller, which raises the water's velocity. Vertical turbine pumps are typically used in applications where a flooded suction cannot be maintained. These include applications with underground water sources or below-ground tanks with an above-ground pump room.

Vertical in-Line centrifugal pumps are single-stage centrifugal pumps. They are designed for vertical installation with suction and discharge in-line, to provide a smooth flow of liquid through the system. This design aligns the driver, shaft and impeller with gravitational force, so the pumps experience minimal vibration. Vertical In-line pumps serve a wide range of applications, including commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large industrial premises and storage warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports and power stations. Because of their small footprint, they are excellent for industrial applications where space is limited.