Bell & Gossett Introduces i-ALERT Pump System Monitor
Send Via E-MailMORTON GROVE, IL - April 13, 2011 - WastewaterPR.com - Named the i-ALERTTM Condition Monitor, it continuously measures the vibrations and temperature at the pump power end and uses two red blinking LEDʼs to alert personnel when the pump exceeds pre-set vibrations and temperature limits so that action can be taken before permanent damage occurs.
i-ALERT pump monitor
Bell & Gossett has introduced a new intelligent monitoring device that provides an early warning signal of pending pump trouble to help maximize pump performance and minimize life-cycle costs. Named the i-ALERTTM Condition Monitor, it continuously measures the vibrations and temperature at the pump power end and uses two red blinking LEDʼs to alert personnel when the pump exceeds pre-set vibrations and temperature limits so that action can be taken before permanent damage occurs.
The i-ALERT is also equipped with a single green LED to indicate when the monitor is operational and has sufficient battery life. Other key attributes of the product include:
• Measures vibration and temperature every five minutes.
• Alarms if two consecutive readings of “high” levels.
• Vibration alarms include:
o 100% increase over baseline level (0.125 inch/sec minimum)
o Automatic 0.50 inch/sec
• Temperature alarm at 195°F (91°C)
• Ambient temperature range: -40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
• Accuracy: ±15% across temperature range
• Battery: 3 to 5 year life, low voltage, non-replaceable, 3 volt Lithium
• CSA Certification for U.S. and Canada
• Patented design based on over 150 years of ITT pump experience and innovation.
The i-ALERT will soon be standard on all Bell & Gossett Series 1510 End Suction Pumps.
“A visual indication of pump health also makes walk-around inspections more efficient and accurate,” said Steve Schmitz, Global Product Manager Centrifugal Pumps at ITT Residential & Commercial Water. “The i-ALERT is the latest Bell & Gossett product designed to provide maximum energy savings.”
