By incorporating more composite components and adjusting some cast parts, we do not have to compromise on the robustness. The modernized sound attenuated PT150 has yielded the largest weight savings. The electric pumps in the stackable frame have also become significantly lighter.

The new type designations are now PT150 D155 and PT150 D185, should you have questions please contact your account manager.

Advantages of the extended maintenance interval after 30,000 operating hours (average working lifetime of a diesel engine):

• oil change is 100 times less often (20 times versus 120 times)
• 340 litres less oil consumed (200 litres versus 540 litres)
• filter replacement 100 times less often (20 times versus 120 times)

Therefore, you benefit from much reduced labour costs, savings on the cost of engine oil and filters and less environmental pollution associated with the disposal of the old oil and filters.  

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A safer river area as well as an attractive living environment. With these objectives in mind, more than 30 water storage facilities have been installed in the Netherlands to handle excess river water when water levels are high. Remarkable in this is the Overdiepse Polder, where a unique project to create raised islands – or terps – was undertaken.

The Overdiepse Polder water storage area
When water levels of the River Bergsche Maas are extremely high, this poses a threat to cities such as Den Bosch and Waalwijk. A storage area of 550 hectares named Overdiepse Polder accommodates nine million m³ of water as a temporary storage. Together with the agricultural residents, a ‘terp plan’ was developed so that the residents can live safely in the water storage area, even when water levels are high. 

In 2011, construction began on a new six-kilometre long high dike on the southern end of the polder. Eight terps with new farms were built against the new dike, so the farmers now have a safe place to live. Each terp is approximately two hectares in size, six meters high and has a volume of 120,000 cubic metres of sand and clay.

In 2014, the old farms were ready to be demolished, and the works began to lower the river dike on the north end and to place a pumping station. A year later, a new lock could be commissioned - including a large setup location for mobile flood control pumps.

The project was completed following a European tender to deliver four mobile pump systems. In the middle of last year, BBA Pumps BV was officially awarded the contract and delivery took place in early March 2018.

Dry again after six weeks
On average, river water flows into the polder once every twenty-five years. This lowers the water level by 27 centimetres. This means that the local residents of villages and towns remain protected against upstream flooding. In conjunction with the other ‘Room for the River’ projects, this enhances the safety of over four million people within the river area.

When the polder is flooded and the farmers need to keep their livestock inside, the area must be dry again within six weeks of the flooding. As soon as the river's water level starts to drop, the lock is opened enabling some of the water in the polder to flow back. Once the water levels are equal, the lock is closed again. Subsequently, four mobile emergency pumps with a total pump capacity of 20,000 m³/hour are installed at the setup location. This is how the polder's excess water is pumped back into the river. Finally, the remaining water is drained through a pumping station in the river dike, and the polder is ready again for agricultural use.

The mobile pumping systems
The mobile pumping systems are managed by the Brabant Delta Water Board. In times of flooding, speed is of the essence; that has been a central condition when the set of tender requirements were drafted. The diesel-driven pumps are equipped with a ‘pull-up frame’ so their vehicles can quickly collect them from the storage and deliver them into the polder. Where possible, the pipework is equipped with quick action couplings so no time is lost during installation. After two weeks of pumping, over five million cubic metres of water will have been removed from the polder.

Exciting times
“It was quite exciting at times,” that’s what Simon Hofstra, project manager, had to say about the development and construction of Overdiepse Polder. “Not just for the residents, who have lived in extensive building works for years, but also for the contractor, because in the summer of 2014, he unexpectedly came across thousands of explosives from the Second World War! All the same, we are extremely proud of this project as we stayed within both budget and planning.”

During construction of the polder as well as during the pumps site acceptance test, interest was high, from both the Netherlands and internationally in this unique, typically Dutch project.

1995 River area flooding after high water levels from southern Europe

2001 Overdiepse Polder terp plan

2018 Mobile emergency pump site acceptance test

2016 Overdiepse Polder completed

How does the flushing system of the bentonite pump work?
You can flush the pump with water after pumping through an external connection on the front panel. The internal flushing system is equipped with a manifold with ball valves. This sends the water for flushing to the critical parts of the pump and the vacuum system. In this way you can minimize the chance of downtime during the pumping process and ensure that the equipment is left perfectly clean after use.

Features

• Max. flow 500 m3/hour (with fluid density 1000 kg/m³)
• Max. head 42 mwc (at a pump speed of 2000 rpm)
• Priming system MP100 (air capacity of 100 m3/hour)
• Two float boxes (including “quick release” levers)
• Modern diesel engine (Hatz 4H50TIC stage IIIB)

The challenge
When the following conditions come together: persistent heavy rain, wind from the wrong direction and spring tide, the gates are closed on both sides of the lock to guarantee safety in the port area.

Once the lock gates are closed, a temporary pumping installation mounted on a pontoon maintains the water level within the harbor area. The greatest challenge is then to manage the difference between high and low tide, which could be as much as 75 cm. 

The solution
BBA Pumps has recently delivered a unique pumping system which takes care of the water level difference by means of a flexible construction at the discharge side. The discharge connection of the 20" high volume pump - type BA500G - is vertically installed. On top of this, a galvanized manifold for 3 x 12-inch bends including a work platform are incorporated.

As soon as the pontoon with the pump docks in front of the lock gate, 8-meter long rubber discharge hoses are connected to a manifold on the quay. This ensures enough flexibility to absorb the water level difference while pumping. The discharge pipe - which runs to the end of the lock - consists of a non-return valve, a manual shut-off valve and about 150 meters of steel flange pipes with a diameter of 600 mm.

The result
In consultation with the customer - the Brabantse Delta Water Board - the BBA Pumps team scheduled an official SAT (Site Acceptance Test), which was conducted mid-February. During the day, the steel pipes were laid parallel to the lock and at just a short distance away in the harbor, the pump set as well as its external fuel tank were placed onto the pontoon. In order to minimize any inconvenience caused by (water) traffic, the lock was closed at night so that the pump could be connected to the piping and the test could be completed successfully.

"It was a really special project for us. The BBA Pumps' innovation team had planned the entire system, calculated it and took care of all the necessary drawings. Nevertheless, it is still rather nerve wracking to have just a few hours to connect and test the installation at such an immense lock complex", said Henno Schothorst, Product & Marketing manager at BBA Pumps.

Arjan de Kreij from Tjaden Grondwatertechniek (dewatering company) is now looking forward to an action packed year with his new mountain bike.Will you be the winner in 2018? Read more >>

Due to the improving economy, 2017 was an eventful and positive year for many companies. Everyone plans to invest further so the manufacturing industries have to make every effort to keep delivery times under control. BBA Pumps is fully aware of this and strives for maximum customer satisfaction. In 2017 you awarded us with an average rating of 8.9. We want to improve even further in the coming years and this is only possible with your valuable feedback. We therefore ask you to take just two minutes of your time to fill in a short questionnaire where you can win a prize of € 1500,-.

The water in the pit was three metres deep and short suction times was an important consideration for the process operators. All pumps in the BA series are equipped with a vacuum system as standard, allowing them to quickly draw liquids. Working with the local BBA distributor, an extensive test with a diesel driven pump was made, resulting in the client becoming quickly convinced. Watch the video >> 

Some of the key requirements from the European tender:
– Duty point 936 m³/h @ 8,5 mwc
– Solids passage of at least 100 mm
– Noise level below 70 dB at 10 metres
– 12 inch HDPE piping with quick couplings

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The same client placed an initial order for nine high head emergency pumps two years earlier. Read the case study >>

How satisfied are you with your mobile BBA pump set? Complete the feedback form and you could win € 1.500,-   

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Whenever an excavator is in use mobile pumps will always be near. The video shows the construction of a marina where a 4 inch BA100K D193 wastewater pump is at work. 

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Recently, the BBA Pumps Belgium distributor organized a party to celebrate the opening of a new building. A BA-C150H7 diesel driven high pressure pump was on display for the visitors and working at full power. It’s an impressive sight to see how 500 m³/h water shoots into the air with a pressure of 100 mwc. 

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Andrzej is the chief material manager at IMB-Podbeskidzie Sp. Z o.o. in Poland. The company was founded in 1987 and has grown into a strong business with more than 250 employees. The main area of ​​activity of the company is in construction and upgrading of bridges, as well as general civil engineering and concrete production. 

Last year IMB-Podbeskidzie Sp. Z o.o. ordered an electrically driven BV100 bentonite pump and Andrzej completed the BBA Pumps customer feedback form online. "Unbelievably, I was then contacted to confirm that I had won the prize! The prize was a return trip to the Netherlands for two people including flights, hotel accommodations in Amsterdam and a factory tour at the BBA Pumps facility in Apeldoorn," said Andrzej. 

Fill out the form and take your chance to become the BBA Pumps feedback winner for 2017, this year’s prize is worth € 1500,- 

Taste of course is a subjective thing, but it's nice to see that a number of Dutch dewatering companies have already fallen in love with the new PT130 canopy. But this alone is not a strong reason to invest in new equipment, so BBA Pumps has also focused its attention towards improved safety and logistical convenience: 

• Net total weight 950 kg!
• No less than 6 lockable doors
• Compact dimensions, 150 cm long and 90 cm wide
• Forklift pockets, central lifting eye, stacking corners and protective bars

Particularly impressive is the large composite fuel tank with a capacity of more than 130 liters. The pump is powered by a small 2.8 kW strong single-cylinder diesel engine with minimal fuel consumption. Result – excellent autonomy!

Companies in the petrochemical industry share the same goals when it comes to safety. No accidents, no harm to people and no environmental damage. BakerCorp is committed to safe operating practices for both its customers and employees. In 2016 this resulted in a milestone project for BBA Pumps, the development of the world’s first ATEX certified vacuum-assisted mobile pumps.  

About BakerCorp
BakerCorp started out in the oil fields of Bakersfield, California with a small fleet of vacuum trucks and has subsequently grown into a global hire firm with more than 900 employees. In 2006 BakerCorp Europe was founded. With its headquarters in the Netherlands and a network of branches throughout Western Europe, the company has become one of the largest players in the field of temporary liquid containment solutions.

Delivery ATEX pump units

The Challenge
André Mooiman was appointed by BakerCorp as Product Manager for pumps in 2015. His task was to roll out the pumps rental business in the European market, but also to bring the pumps onto a higher level of operational safety. That was easier said than done, the ATEX requirements in the industry were strict and an appropriate solution for temporary pumping equipment was not in place. Until recently, only the motors and / or couplings of rental pumps were provided with certification. 

André Mooiman – BakerCorp Europe

The Solution
Following an extensive research of pump manufacturers BakerCorp sought the cooperation of BBA Pumps to solve this challenge. Andre: "The BA series really caught our attention, these vacuum-assisted units had genuine versatility and logistical advantages, the only thing missing was the connection to the industrial market in which we were active. After several discussions with the BBA Pumps management, the decision to work together was taken, the goal being to provide our client base with what they had really been waiting for - fully ATEX certified, dry self-priming mobile pumps”. 

The Result - EX II 2G IIB T4 Gb
The final product is so technically wide ranging that it is impossible to go into all of the details. The pump, the priming system, motors, couplings, sensors, control panel, user manual and frame are officially certified to EX II 2G IIB T4 Gb as a complete pump set and in full compliance with the ATEX 95 guidelines.

BBA Pumps and BakerCorp set the new standard for safety pumps operating in ATEX Zones 1 and 2 (gas environment) and a maximum capacity of 430 m3/hour (1890 US GPM).

Recently, the Waterboard has extended its fleet of pumps with the addition of a B300 tractor driven emergency pump.

Hans Fokke – Specialist for Water System Management - explains that they needed a user-friendly emergency pump that can be placed on standby while the mobile diesel driven pumps are in use. "It can then be quickly put into action in case of a breakdown or emergency situation. A tractor, suction hose and drainage pipes are always available; ensuring this self-priming emergency pump can be quickly deployed. We managed to get the pump set up within two hours. After filling the pump housing and starting the tractor you engage the PTO and the displacement starts." 

The B300 emergency pump delivers 20 m3/min when the PTO shaft reaches 1000 rpm.

So, how nice is it when you get rewarded with a project in the largest theme park in the Netherlands. 

The Boels rental company delivered their pumping expertise at the theme parks Aquanura Water Show. The magical project took place in great weather, with nice people and in the midst of a spectacular show, where four frogs turn the pond into a giant water ballet, while all around enchanting fairy tales are brought to life. 

Advantages
If you have large or variable pumping requirements, consider installing multiple small pumps rather than a single large pump. Multiple pumps allow you to shut down units under reduced-demand conditions, allowing the working units to operate at or near BEP - Best Efficiency Point. If you have only a large, single pump, under similar conditions your only options are to throttle the pump or vary the speed. As a consequence of which, your pump may then be operating at a reduced efficiency (relatively more energy consumption, with more vibrations). 

Additionally, you can service or repair multiple units during low demand periods to avoid total system shut-downs. Often two small pumps have lower NPSHr characteristics than one large pump. When you purchase multiple pump systems, in most cases, it is important to choose pumps with a curve shape that continually rises as the flow reduces. 

Parallel or Series Configuration
Simply put, when installing more pumps in parallel alongside each other, you can increase the capacity while the head remains unchanged. 

By installing more pumps in series after one another, the head will increase while the capacity remains the same. 

Should you choose to operate your pumps in a parallel or series configuration, please contact us to ensure the equipment is best suited for your specific application. 

The Maas (or Meuse) is a major European river, rising in France and flowing through Belgium and the Netherlands before draining into the North Sea. It has a total length of 925 km (575 miles). 

On the night of December, the 30^th 2016, during thick fog, a German barge collided with a pillar of the John. S. Thompson Bridge spanning the river Maas in the Dutch town of Grave.

In addition to the damage to the weir, six of the dam's gates were also damaged in the collision, allowing water to escape between the two locks. This resulted in a dramatic fall in the water level of the Maas-Waal canal. Following this, ships were redirected through Rotterdam and Antwerp and house boats became uninhabitable.

On January the 2^nd 2017, the Dutch public works department took emergency action by deploying three BBA flood relief pumps to a floodgate between the channel. Their task is to pump water (15.000 m3/h) from the River Maas back into the Maas-Waal canal to raise the water level. This will allow inland vessels some access again to the canal and prevent further damage to the houseboats.

Source video: 112journaal.nl

The damaged weir in the river Maas

Low water level causes economic damage

Two BBA flood relief pumps were deployed

The problem
The installation site for levelling a water ditch with a defined pumping capacity of 1500 m³/h, was located on a narrow levee without space for large pumping equipment. In addition, suction and discharge hoses with large diameters are not very flexible.

The solution
By deploying three compact diesel pump sets side by side on the levee, the total pumping capacity could be guaranteed. Dimension wise, the 8-inch BA180E is the smallest of the three pump sets, but it provides almost double the capacity of the 6-inch pumps which are also in use. For the suction and discharge hoses, the rental company chose two 6-inch hoses instead of one 8-inch hose. In addition to the increased flexibility, the total passage is also a little bigger, which leads to a slightly lower flow speed (max. recommended flow speed on the suction side = 4 m/s).

Calculation model 2 x 6 = 8
- The formula for calculating the surface area of a circle is Diameter² × π ÷ 4.
- The surface area of an 8-inch hose is 323 cm².
- The surface area of a 6-inch hose is 181 cm² and hence of two hoses together 362 cm².

Note: When calculating the flow speed, the wall friction has also to be considered. With two 6 inch hoses, a manifold has to be used which can lead to a higher pressure loss due to increased surface area.

It was the spring of 2010 - during the establishment phase of BBA Pumps Inc. At the time, I went to visit several construction sites in the Netherlands to see how successful dewatering was being organized. Talk about a small country showing how great it can be! It was an absolutely eye-opening experience.

The Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in the world, with large parts of the country situated below sea level. Big cities, heavy industry and sea ports are mainly concentrated along the coast line. For this reason, the infrastructure, both above and below ground is a significant factor and of real importance.

Working below the water line
No matter where you look in the Netherlands, when you see an excavator there is always a dewatering pump close by. Almost everywhere, the water line is just a few feet beneath the ground surface. A large number of dewatering companies benefit from this situation. Quite often these are family businesses where the know-how and experience have been handed down from generation to generation.

Differences compared to North America
There are serious differences in the way dewatering is done in the Netherlands. Consider for example the pumps; you won't find open diesel pumps in the Netherlands. For many decades, the standard has been super silenced. In addition, you won't see anyone dewatering using vacuum-assisted centrifugal pumps. The preferred method is to use (double acting) piston pumps driven by a single-cylinder diesel engine, which is built into a canopy. Nearly every excavation site down to 9 m (30 feet) is dewatered using wellpoint filters connected to HDPE header pipes with a single or multiple piston pumps.

The revenue model
Fuel prices are high in the Netherlands and in addition taxes are levied for every cubic foot of water extracted from the ground. This may be the reason for the high level of professionalism and the revenue model adopted in the Dutch dewatering system.

Setting up a drainage system around the job site is a matter of experience and requires good knowledge of the local soil structure. Connecting and starting the wellpoint piston pump is the reward for all the hard work. As soon as that piston pump starts to operate, the revenue model of the dewatering system takes effect.

With a suction lift of no less than 9.6 mwc (32 ft.) and the ability to run dry infinitely, without causing damage or wear, this piston pump is perfect for this kind of job. The unit is driven by a single-cylinder diesel engine with a very low fuel consumption, max. 1.4 l/hour (0.4 Gallon/hour)!

You can find dewatering piston pumps on construction sites in the Netherlands with more than 25 years of loyal service and over 100.000 hours of operation. Real workhorses.

This large scale exercise - named Waterwolf - took place on 2nd and 3rd of November 2016. The purpose of the event was to see how the cooperation between the parties would actually work during such an emergency situation.

In addition to the heroes who put in long shifts for the event to run smoothly, the BA-C450S8 flood relief pump also played a leading role. This mobile diesel driven pump unit delivers a maximum capacity of 4000 m3/hour and is equipped with a special mounted frame below the casing, which allows the pump to be loaded and unloaded in less than 2 minutes.

Netherlands’ Mobile Emergency Pumps Provide Rapid Flood Response

BY HENNO SCHOTHORST
BBA PUMPS

The Western European nation has 20 mobile diesel-driven pumps on standby, ready to assist in national and international emergencies.

One of the smallest and most densely populated countries in Western Europe, the Netherlands has nearly 10 million residents who live and work below sea level. Without active water management and primary flood defenses, the Netherlands’ lowest point would be up to 7 meters (23 feet) under water.

Local water authorities in each region that are responsible for water management and security have access to mobile pumps at times of high water - for example, following periods of heavy rainfall. The Departmental Coordination Center Crisis Control of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment (DCC-IenM) has 20 mobile diesel-driven emergency pumps on standby, ready to assist in national and international emergencies.

Two Public Works and Water Management employees oversee the management, maintenance and use of these pumps, organized under the DCC’s authority and responsibility. The national deployment of these emergency pumps can be arranged in crisis situations by water authorities and via the DCC’s Public Works. For international deployment, the DCC typically receives requests through the Ministry of Foreign Aff airs or an embassy in the affected country.

This fleet of pumps is centrally located in the Netherlands and jointly accounts for a total pumping capacity of more than 80,000 cubic meters an hour (m3/hour), or about 352,000 gallons per minute (gpm).

History
In 1953 a catastrophic flood hit the Netherlands, claiming more than 1,800 lives and leaving large areas of the country’s southwest region submerged for some time. After repairs to the dikes, water from the flooded areas needed to be removed with mobile emergency pumps, but a limited number of pumps were available in the country.

A relief effort quickly started with aid coming from abroad, including a significant number of mobile pump sets of Worthington’s brand supplied to the Netherlands as part of a Marshall Plan aid package.

Following the 1953 flood disaster, plans were created to prevent another catastrophe, or at least to take adequate preparation measures. This led to the procurement of 100 high-capacity pumps that were produced and divided among the former Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management (now Infrastructure and the Environment) and the water boards. 

A fleet of mobile diesel-driven emergency pumps remain on standby, ready to assist in national and international emergencies. (Images courtesy of BBA Pumps) 

From the late 1960s onward, the pumps were regularly deployed nationally and internationally to help combat flooding. Countries including Germany, Poland, Ukraine and Argentina were assisted by the Dutch “pumping team.” 

The ultra-high-flow pump sets with a total flow up to 25,000 cubic meters an hour, or about 110,000 gallons per minute, in use after heavy rainfall in the Netherlands. 

New Fleet of Pumps
In the early 2000s, the DCC decided to replace its pump fleet after decades of loyal service. This was not solely because of the pumps’ age, but instead because of additional complications including the lack of available spare parts, unacceptable noise levels and oil leakages. 

In 2004, a budget was approved for purchasing 20 new mobile pump sets, including the necessary piping work. Initially, 10 high-flow pump sets with a capacity of 3,000 m3/hour (13,200 gpm) were delivered. Four years later, 10 ultra-high-flow pump sets with a capacity of 5,000 m3/hour (22,000 gpm) arrived. 

A Dutch company was awarded the contract in 2008 for the manufacture of these 10 ultra-high flow pump sets. The company had more than 60 years of experience in the production of pipes and pump systems and specialized in the manufacture of mobile diesel-driven pumps.

Heavy machinery moves a pump for deployment. 

The Design
As one of the DCC pump experts responsible for the 2008 pump investment and through his experience in the field, Dick Verbaan, technical adviser asset management, defined the need for the new design of the pump units. “The standard pump equipment available on the market was no longer suitable for our requirements. The focus on weight was critical since the pumps had to be transported quickly, often over muddy roads and embankments,” Verbaan said. 

“Further, for international deployments, air freight was sometimes necessary, again bringing into focus the need for a lighter, compact design. The design needed to combine ease of deployment in the field with the best possible pumping capacity. Our demands on the logistical side were high; size and weight reduction were essential,” he said. 

The DCC outlined the following requirements for the new generation of pump sets:

• capacity of at least 5,000 m3/hour (22,000 gpm)
• total weight up to 5,000 kilograms (kg) (about 11,000 pounds [lbs])
• dimensions up to L x W x H = 5,000 x 1,400 x 2,100 millimeters (196 x 55 x 83 inches)
• low noise emissions – super silent 70 dB (A) to 8 meters (27 feet)
• the ability to run at full capacity with an outside temperature up to 38 C (100 F) 

In line with these requirements, the enlisted company produced a prototype pump set that incorporated standard components such as pump, the vacuum system and a diesel engine. 

The demands proved challenging. When the prototype was run in the test chamber, the pump performed technically as expected and without problems. But at 5,300 kg (11,685 lbs), the prototype unit was heavier than specified and the noise emitted exceeded the required 70 dB (A). However, using lighter materials such as aluminum and composite helped to reduce the total weight. This made space for sound-insulating materials that could be added to meet noise-emission requirements.

After formal approval of the concept’s suitability, the company manufactured the pumps in 2008, and tested and delivered them to the DCC. A service contract was established that ensured that all pump units were annually serviced to keep them in optimal condition. 

Deployment Requests
The pumps are used on average once a year in emergency situations nationally and internationally. Pump deployment is not limited to simple placement and operation. Other variables must be taken into consideration, such as the quick verification of the pumping location and the logistical requirements. Should the crisis be overseas, the team must plan for additional factors such as visas, air travel and vaccinations. After consulting with authorities, the team determines the best location for the pump, and the pumping station is quickly built. 

In principle, the team is self-sufficient, requiring just fuel and assistance from local authorities. “Every mission is different,” Verbaan said. “Sometimes we receive a lot of help, and other times we have to do much of the work ourselves. But in all cases, we continue to be responsible for the proper preparation and the continuous operation of the pumps. It sometimes happens, when the pumping has to take place over several consecutive weeks, that we also need to train local technical people.”  

In 2005, Verbaan participated in the New Orleans flood relief in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. He was supported by three colleagues and three pumps in the project. The pumps and piping remained in the U.S. after the emergency relief project ended.

In addition to the pump performance, the development phase saw a great focus towards mobility. The canopy and drives are created with an optimal balance between the output, fuel consumption and the size of the complete unit. Despite its impressive capacity, this giant 700 mm is still a genuinely mobile pump.

Climate change and rising sea levels are the reasons driving increased demand for mobile high pumping capacity. The working conditions during extreme weather events present a severe challenge. During driving rain or high winds, in the day or at night, the pump must be set up quickly and safely. To make this task easier, we provide the super silent canopy with practical features such as indoor and outdoor lighting, forklift pockets and lifting eyes. The total weight at approx. 12 tons, has been kept to the minimum. In terms of the external dimensions, the pump unit fits perfectly within the confines of a 20 ft. shipping container. 

In response to this increased market demand, BBA Pumps has introduced new features whereby several different models of the B-series pumps are now also available in a mobile version.

New: open frame
BBA Pumps has recently developed a new frame for the electric-driven B-series pumps. A galvanised BF9-15 frame guarantees optimum protection for both the pump and control box. The frame is stackable and fitted as standard with forklift pockets and a central lifting point.

New: super silent canopy
For the 2 and 3-cylinder diesel driven B-series pumps, we can now provide compact sound attenuated canopies of the M10-21 type. The image shows a self-priming B70-250 high head centrifugal pump powered by a 3-cylinder liquid-cooled Perkins diesel engine.

Technical specifications:
Material – hot dip galvanised steel
DN800 PN10 flanges
Dry weight 2200 kg
Maximum Working pressure 50 mwc (70 PSI)
Lifting through four eyes

As part of the new flood relief program the agency tendered for new framework suppliers. The proposal made by BBA Pumps was successful, resulting in BBA supplying the Environment Agency with three high volume flood relief pumps.

A training session followed the supply of the units, this enabled the operators and the Environment Agencies engineers to become familiar with them. One of the pumps was installed at the North Drain Pumping Station between the towns of Burtle and Westham, this is close to where the legendary Glastonbury festival is held every year. 

After a quick inspection of the units, the pre-start routine was explained to the operators and Environment Agency staff. The units were then started for a test run. As can be seen from the images and short video shared by the Environment Agency on social media, the pump tests were successfully completed and their value was made clear to all present.

For the production site at Lingemeer near Echteld, K3Delta has recently installed a new electrically driven BBA Pumps jet water unit with an operating point of 450 m3/h at 100 mwc.

The desired operating point was necessary in order to agitate the soil by means of nozzles so that the continuity of the extraction process can be guaranteed. Robert Gunneman - commercial field sales - was asked to participate in identifying an optimal and sustainable pumping solution. 

Sustainable pumping solutions
In consultation with John Arends, technical inspector at K3Delta, the choice fell on the BA-C150H7 pump provided with a MP50 vacuum system. The key deciding factor was the high pump efficiency of almost 80% operating point (and no less than 87% at BEP). Due to the reduced motor power requirements, energy consumption and its associated costs are kept to the minimum.

The jet water pump is assembled with a 4-pole IE3 motor with considerable power. Through the addition of a frequency converter on the K3Delta installation, the pump can achieve a speed of up to 2000 rpm.

John Arends commented: "Any decision we make has to be environmentally acceptable. Therefore, we undertook extensive research to find the most durable pump solution "

Markets outside Europe are also set for change. Countries in which environmentally sustainable solutions were traditionally of lower importance will also experience stricter emission requirements in the coming years.

Development
Last year BBA Pumps started working on a new concept for pump sets in the power range from 100 kW – 400 kW. In addition to the focus on the use of clean engines, flexibility was also an important consideration. By flexibility we mean the ability to quickly and efficiently solve the needs of the user.

The solution was found by means of a modular construction. Through use of a modular assembly, we can now quickly and easily construct the desired pump set.

How does it Work?
The user specifies the desired duty point, from which the correct pump module is then selected in consultation with a technical advisor from BBA Pumps. Thereafter, depending on the expected power consumption an engine cabin "module" can be added. The engine cabin consists of a modern diesel engine including after treatment system, fuel and / or AdBlue tank and control panel.

As a final step, the two modules are placed on a pre-specified sub-frame and by means of cardan shaft connected to each other, following which the complete pump unit undergoes a test run.

The Result
BBA Pumps is ready for the future with an extensive range of high head and mining pumps with super silent canopies. Environmental compliance goes far beyond just clean engines. E.g. the tanks are equipped with a fully bunded leak-proof bottom section and the BBA Pumps production process is in full accordance with the ISO14001 Environmental Management System.