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
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From supply station
- 2
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Suction tank
- 3
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Parallel operating pumps P1 ... P8
- 4
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Flow setpoint, discharge pressure
- 5
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Water distribution network
- 6
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Target tank/Reservoir
- 7
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To next station or distribution network
- H
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Water head between the levels in the suction tank and target tank