Flow control is used in applications where continuous flow distribution to one or more target tanks or reservoirs is needed.
A typical flow control application diagram is shown below.
1
From supply station
2
Suction tank
3
Parallel operating pumps P1 ... P8
4
Flow setpoint, discharge pressure
5
Water distribution network
6
Target tank/Reservoir
7
To next station or distribution network
H
Water head between the levels in the suction tank and target tank