Hydraulic systems are present in many industrial processes. A significant amount of energy can be saved by using new technologies, systems and components. The efficiency of hydraulic systems can be increased by selecting the appropriate pump according to the specific requirements of the industry.
Energy Saving and Efficiency Measures
- Improving the configuration of the pump inlet valves.
- Using a dual-pump system.
- Improving rotor efficiency by adjusting the blade pitch angle.
- Optimising motor speed.
- Hydraulic pumps are typically driven by electrical energy.
To optimise electrical consumption in hydraulic pumps, proper sizing of pipe diameters and motor dimensions must be considered during the design phase.
Once the installation is in place, if the circulating flow rate is not optimal, different energy-saving measures can be applied, such as regulating the power delivered by the motor using a variable frequency drive in order to reduce the circulating flow.
