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Driving out harmonics from the water network

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Welcome to 4 For Water, Week 3.

This week's extra special for us because it's also National Water Week in Australia. Each year, National Water Week makes a splash across Australia inspiring individuals, education providers, communities and organisations, and utilities, to work together to build community understanding of water-related issues. Come join us on this awareness week as we take a closer look at the problem with harmonics.  

So what are harmonics? They can cause damage to sensitive electric equipment, interference in communication equipment, and false readings on measurement devices.  A more reliable process is a more efficient process, and the substantial energy efficiency and performance gains of using variable speed drives (VSDs) to control the vast number of electric motors, pumps, and fans used in the water industry are well documented. 

How do we ensure low harmonics to avoid disrupting networks? Especially in an age where we need to support sustainable power grid supplies with renewable energy to ensure a reliable source of energy for businesses and communities to keep pumps running, lights on, and systems uninterrupted.

Start your learning journey by watching the video below.

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Case study

ABB’s drive and motor package gives AlburyCity Council water plant an energy efficiency upgrade and eliminates residential disturbances.

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Application Guide: Understanding harmonics in water applications.
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Explaining harmonics and how to support a cleaner and more sustainable future for the Australian water industry.
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Video: How to drive out harmonics from your water network - interview with ABB Australia's Arvind Sharma, with a case study example featuring AlburyCity Council.
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White paper

What are electrical harmonics and why do they matter? Learn more in this white paper as we unpack the benefits of ultra-low harmonic and regenerative drives.
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Video: Across a typical water plant there is huge potential for inefficiency. ABB’s ultra-low harmonic ACQ580 drives for water and wastewater optimize your system and boost overall efficiency, while also mitigating the harmful effects of harmonic distortion.
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Technical article

How ultra-low harmonic drives boost plant reliability while avoiding harmonic distortion.

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Join us on the 4 Week journey of discovery and learn how you can do your part to support water security and the continuous reliability of services to our communities all over Australia. Missed a week of value? Catch up today.

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Solutions for water and wastewater applications

A guide to Low Voltage AC Drives

ACQ580, 0.75 to 500 kW drives for water and wastewater: Water utilities require reliable solutions securing the flow of water and wastewater. The ACQ580 drive for water is part of ABB’s all-compatible drives portfolio. This robust drive is designed to secure optimal operation of water and wastewater pumps, while ensuring low energy consumption.
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Upgrading to IE5 ultra-premium motor efficiency not only saves on energy and maintenance costs, but improves productivity and answers sustainability concerns.

Case study

ABB synchronous reluctance motors and drives enable reduced carbon emissions in an energy efficiency upgrade for Hobart CBD building. For the chilled water pump application, energy consumption was reduced by around 35%.
Catalog: Low voltage IE5 Synchronous reluctance motors

With expertise, and a comprehensive portfolio of products and life-cycle services, we help value-minded customers experience ultimate efficiency and reliability to optimise cost of ownership.
Checklist for variable speed drives

Recommendations for consultants, contractors and designers in the water and wastewater industry.
Guide to condition monitoring

ABB Ability™ condition monitoring for powertrains in the water and wastewater industry.

Resources

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Water treatment plants: Providing clean and safe drinking water for a sustainable world.
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Desalination plants: Providing cost-effective solutions to mitigate water scarcity.
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Irrigation: Efficient water distribution and conservation for a sustainable future.
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Wastewater treatment plant: Building resilient, safe and sustainable facilities.
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Active front end drive versus active filter solutions.
Decentralized vs. centralized mitigation strategies

Case studies and news stories

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ABB’s technology enables Hobart Aquatic Centre to save an estimated $36,000 in reduced energy costs and reduce 77 tonnes of carbon emissions.
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SynRM and variable speed drive package delivers reliable drinking water supply
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ABB in Australia wins contract to support Sydney Water’s Prospect South to Macarthur project with the supply of drives, motors and services.
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How achieving best efficiency point in pumping delivered cost savings for Lower Burdekin Water in Queensland.
Case study

ABB’s drive and motor package gives AlburyCity Council water plant an energy efficiency upgrade and eliminates residential disturbances.
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