July 2007
eNewsletter
Pump Systems Matter’s Newest Sponsor
Engineered Software, Inc. announces its proud sponsorship of the
educational organization, Pump Systems Matter (PSM). PSM initiative was
launched by the Hydraulic Institute in 2004 as an industry-led market
transformation from one of equipment first costs to one based on system
life cycle costs. PSM is focused primarily on pump systems education and
outreach, addressing energy savings opportunities, and total cost of
pump ownership.
“Pump Systems Matter allows us to be further involved in helping to
reduce energy consumption and cost among end-users,” said Ray Hardee,
Chief Engineer for Engineered Software. “PIPE-FLO software falls right
in line with what they are doing, and we thought there was no better
platform than energy reduction and system efficiency.”
Department of Energy studies have shown that better system design and
more effective application of pumps can save 20% or more in energy costs
and represent a large, frequently overlooked savings opportunity. With
recent increases in energy costs, Engineered Software aims to offer
users valuable, bottom-line oriented energy savings opportunities
through the full understanding of fluid piping systems.
Engineered Software has many software packages that aid in the designing
and simulation of fluid piping systems, and all have the common
application of lowering energy consumption, improving the bottom-line of
system operation, while providing a clear picture of the total piping
system.
“By getting people to understand and actually see how their piping
system is operating, users can make more accurate changes to improve
their situation using PIPE-FLO Software,” Hardee added.
We are looking for an Engineer / Technical
Instructor for Piping System Fundamentals that has experience in plant
operation and technical training.
We are also looking to add to our programming team and are looking for a
full-time Web Developer and a full-time Test Programmer. We are adding
these positions to our staff in order to better meet the needs of our
customers as we continue to grow.
To view all the job descriptions click here
http://www.eng-software.com/jobs.aspx.
If you know of anyone qualified for these positions or you would like an
opportunity to work for a company with over twenty-five years of
experience in the software development business, visit
http://www.eng-software.com/jobs.aspx
for contact information.
These jobs are posted on Monster.com as well as the Engineered Software
website. Please read the job description before applying, as we are only
accepting résumés for these positions at this time.
PIPE-FLO Feature of the Month
PIPE-FLO Overtime
It is often necessary to see how a piping system operates over time. For example, as a tank is pumped down, the static head increases resulting in a smaller flow rate through the pump. This reduction in flow rate causes the tank to take longer to pump down. This type of calculation is called an extended period simulation. PIPE-FLO Overtime takes your piping system model made in PIPE-FLO Professional and turns the static model into a dynamic simulation. It is like the difference between a snap shot, and a movie.
PIPE-FLO is a steady state hydraulic analysis program, and therefore is not designed to perform extended period simulation. With Overtime, however, you can simulate any PIPE-FLO system’s operation over an extended period of time. The Overtime program gives the user complete control over the duration and frequency of a time simulation. In addition, it allows for a dynamic analysis of even the most complex PIPE-FLO systems. With Overtime, you can program all of the conditions and effects, which dictate the operation of your piping system. In addition to that, you can graph the results and get a very clear picture of how your system currently operates, and even get a picture of how your system would operate if you were to change the conditions.
To read the rest of this article, check out the Knowledge Base article 1431, Time Simulation with Overtime or go here http://www.eng-software.com/kb/item.aspx?article=1431.
If you are interested in learning more about PIPE-FLO Overtime, or would like to set up a live web demo, send an email to sales@eng-software.com.
For more tips and hints, visit our knowledge base at www.eng-software.com/kb/.
Fall 2007 FLO-MASTER Seminars
Register Now for Fall Training
Our first Fall FLO-Master class will be held September 20 – 21 in
Cincinnati, OH and we only have 4 seats remaining! If you are interested
in going to the Cincinnati class, please call today. Seats are going
fast for all three of our upcoming fall classes, so call today to
reserve your spot! Our last two classes will be held in Jacksonville and
Las Vegas, and as usual, both classes have been selling quickly. Call
today to check availability of spaces, (800) 786-8545.
The seminars are two days, with the second day completely focused on
real-world examples and hands-on use of the program. Examples will
include advanced pump selection, variable frequency drive analysis,
advanced controls, balancing a system, system expansion and building a
system from scratch.
2007 FLO-MASTER Schedule:
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Cincinnati, OH - September 20 - 21
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Jacksonville, FL - October 17 - 18
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Las Vegas, NV - November 15 - 16
To find out more about the upcoming FLO-Master Seminars visit http://www.eng-software.com/products/flomaster.aspx or call (800) 786-8545. You can print the registration form and fax it to (360) 412-0672. The seminars qualify for 15 Professional Development Hours needed to fulfill Professional Engineers’ continuing education requirements in many states.
Training Opportunity
Pump Training from an Industry Expert
Pumps are an integral part of your industry. Yet engineers, operators, and maintenance technicians are seldom fully trained to handle the pump problems they encounter daily. A good understanding of proper pump application, selection, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance are vital to the success of your company. Now you can learn everything you need to know about pumps at a three-day training course offered by noted Consultant and Author, Michael Volk.
Volk has been a consultant on pumps for the past 25 years, and has worked in engineering and operations with one of the world’s leading pump manufacturers. He authored Pump Characteristics and Applications, a highly acclaimed pump applications handbook. Volk has taught hundreds of pump courses worldwide, including the most successful course ever held at the prestigious International Pump Users Symposium for the last ten years.
Classes are for engineers, maintenance technicians, pump sales and applications personnel, and will be held:
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October 17 – 19, 2007 in San Diego, CA.
For more information or to register, contact Volk & Associates at 800-733-8655 or by email at info@volkassociates.com.
Online at: www.volkassociates.com/seminars.html.
An Engineered Software
Representative will be in Pennsylvania for an onsite FLO-Master
training, August 28 and 29. FLO-Master training classes can be conducted
on your site for up to 12 attendees, saving you time away from the
office. Our expert instructors deliver onsite training to you and your
plant staff. For more information about our Onsite FLO-Master Training:
Call 800-786-8545 or email
info@eng-software.com.
Our Chief Engineer Ray Hardee will be in New Orleans, LA August 20 - 23.
Ray will be available for meeting with current and prospective customers
August 21 and 22. Also in New Orleans, accompanying Ray will be Michael Blondin, VP of Sales and Marketing.
If you are in the New Orleans area and would like to meet with Ray
Hardee to learn more about PIPE-FLO, call us at (800) 786-8545 or email
us at sales@eng-software.com.
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