Ekster and Associates Pump and Blower Station Optimization

Using advanced mathematical optimization tools, such as non-linear generalized reduced gradients and evolutionary algorithms, we developed methodology for pumps and blowers operation optimization.

Our optimization service includes:

Providing recommendations for the most energy efficient start/stop schedule for each pump/blower with and without variable frequency drives (VFD)

Providing recommendations for the most energy efficient correlation between pump/blower station flow and speed of each pump/blower equipped with VFD

Providing algorithms for pump/blower automation based on optimization recommendations and reliability rules

Helping design engineers to select the most energy efficient combination of pumps or blowers for the entire range of flows

Helping to determine cost-efficiency of VFD

Pump/Blower Optimization Flyer

Optimization of start/stop schedule and speeds of the VFD motors at just one pump station saved more than $50,000 in energy bills (30% reduction) and considerably reduced carbon footprint of that facility.