ITT Lowara launches PLM high efficiency motors in vertical multistage pump ranges
30/06/2008
The introduction of Lowara’s new high efficiency motors for its vertical multistage pumps is set to transform the cost-effectiveness and performance of fluid delivery.
Lowara – a leading manufacturer of water pumps and part of ITT Corporation – has developed the PLM range of motors to power a wide range of pumping needs in commercial and residential environments.
The electric PLM motors have efficiency values that fall within the range normally referred to as efficiency 1 and will make the Lowara pump ranges among the leading performers in every class.
The technology significantly reduces the power consumption of the pumps making them a greener as well as economical choice, while also providing improved operational efficiency.
A single 15kW pump operating for 12 hours a day could save 1857kWh a year with the new PLM motor – the equivalent to powering the average European home for a month! The motor quality and reliability is actually higher than in previous equivalent motors, with less heating within the motor to maximise operational life and reduced noise.
The PLM motors are now available on a range of Lowara multistage pumps for a wide range of uses from water distribution and HVAC to irrigation and industrial applications. The ranges include the SV series of vertical stainless steel multipurpose pumps with a head up to 330m and delivery up to 120m3h; Lowara’s SVI immersible vertical stainless steel pumps which have a head of up to 247m and deliver up to 72m3h; and Lowara’s TDB - TDV series of vertical pumps which have a head of up to 500m and deliver 340m3h.
In combination with the Hydrovar® variable speed controller, the efficiency can be even more dramatically improved. Hydrovar® can control up to 8 pumps with intelligent drive, all from a single pump-mounted unit, to manage motor speed and match pump performance to a range of fluid applications. This will provide reduced power consumption for cost savings and environmental benefits.
To find out more about the PLM high efficiency motors, visit or call your local Lowara Sales offices.
Notes on the PLM motors
• Short-circuit squirrel-cage motor (TEFC), enclosed construction with external ventilation
• IP55 protection
• Class F insulation
• Standard voltage
• Cable gland with standard passage dimensions according to EN 50262 (metric thread)
• IEC sizes from MEC 90 to MEC 160
• Single and three phase
• 50 & 60 Hz versions (single phase), dual frequency construction (three-phase)
• 2 and 4 poles construction
• Powers up to 22 kW for 2 poles versions
• Powers up to 15 kW for 4 poles versions
The Company:
ITT Lowara is a manufacturer of high quality, reliable, cost-effective pumping systems. The range of products, service and solutions for water supply and water pumping are relevant for residential, irrigation, building service and commercial markets worldwide.
Lowara pumps are manufactured in AISI 304 and 316 fabricated stainless steel that covers many applications from water to some chemical compositions. This innovation confirms Lowara to be utilising premier materials to achieve excellence and guaranteed performance, while maximising efficiency in order to meet customer needs.
Lowara is a subsidiary of ITT Corporation, and has its headquarter in Italy and subsidiaries in many European countries.
Lowara was founded in 1968 in Montecchio Maggiore, near Vicenza in Italy. Lowara has been serving customers and users of hydraulic pumps in various sectors for more than 30 years.
The business is committed to studying, developing, manufacturing and distributing pumps and pumping systems for water technology applications.
For residential service, ITT Lowara produce pumps for pressurisation, conditioning, fire-fighting systems, lifting stations and dewatering.
For irrigation, ITT Lowara produce pumps for agriculture applications, irrigation of gardens and parks.
For industrial applications, ITT Lowara is committed on drinking water process, on water treatment, industrial washing equipment and machine tool cooling.
ITT-Lowara（www.lowara.com）是ITT 公司的住宅及商用水欧洲中东及非洲区总部，位于意大利维琴察市大蒙太奇区，是一家领先的水泵制造、流体输送、及系统控制公司。公司在欧洲共有1,348位名员工，其中在意大利的员工为771位名。2007年实现销售额共计 2.84亿欧元，约为合3.9亿美元。
ITT公司(www.itt.com)是一家多元化高科技工程及制造公司，致力于为人们创造更适宜居住的环境、保障通讯以及提供保护和安全防御。公司在水与流体管理、全球防卫与安全、运动与流体控制等关键领域发挥着重要的作用。ITT雇员约为4万名，为遍及50多个国家的客户提供服务。公司总部位于纽约州白滩市（White Plains），2007年公司的销售额为90亿美元。