Atlas Copco MCT GmbH

Atlas Copco Power and Flow, Antwerp/Belgium, has introduced a new technology platform – the Wear Deflector – for its WEDA D70 electric submersible dewatering pumps (Figure 1) that deliver exceptional performance, enabling construction and industrial sites to remove water more reliably and improve productivity.

At the heart of Wear Deflector is an innovative hydraulic design that provides a high level of pump efficacy. The design has evolved in an extremely durable pump that offers long life under tough operating conditions, resulting in a low overall cost of ownership.

“With our new platform we are setting a new high standard for pump performance and customers can be sure of a robust and reliable pump that delivers time and time again,” says Bart Duijvelaar, Product Marketing Manager – Submersible pumps at Atlas Copco Power and Flow. “Solids suspended in water can cause an impeller to wear and prematurely fail, however, this innovative design means the pumps are exceptionally long-lasting. The impellers are also manufactured from high-chrome stainless steel (55 HRC) and as such, have high hardness and exceptional wear resistance.”

The WEDA D70 drainage pumps, which have a top discharge design, are ideal for general dewatering applications, pumping groundwater and raw water at construction and industrial sites. They can reliably pump water with a density of up to 1,100 kg/m³ and handle water with solids up to 7 mm in diameter.

Additionally, the WEDA drainage pumps have an outstanding power-to-weight ratio. Weighing up to 40 % less than competitive products and in a compact design, WEDA drainage pumps are easy to handle and move around a site. The aluminum body provides strength and excellent corrosion resistance.

The pumps are also easy to use and service. Thanks to a special sealing system with stainless steel body, maintenance can be carried out on-site, ensuring that operators achieve minimal downtime. Several features including shock absorbers for rough-handling resistance, and easily accessible oil inspection plugs, help operators to maximize uptime further. The pumps also benefit from a carefully sized motor and can run dry, for reliable and robust operation. Moreover, WEDA pump users are supported by a wide network of dealers and service technicians and readily available parts.

In addition to providing superior performance, all pumps in the D range are available with WEDA+ features, which enable quick plug-and-pump installation. They also incorporate phase failure protection, rotation control, thermal switches, and a 20 m cable with a phase shifter plug for all three phase pumps. All models feature a built-in starter and motor protection system together with optional automatic level control.

The technology platform is initially being applied to the WEDA D70 pump and in the future will be made available to the whole WEDA D drainage range.

Further information:
Atlas Copco Power and Flow
www.atlascopco.com

The new light tower from Atlas Copco offers low operational costs and reduced noise levels while increasing illumination coverage. The HiLight H6+ is ideal to use in tough environments, such as applications in construction, mining, events, and rental, thanks to Atlas Copco’s innovative HardHat^® body (Figure 1).

The HiLight H6+ light tower comes with Atlas Copco’s innovative HardHat^® body, made of medium-density polyethylene rather than metal, to protect the working operation underneath from the elements. This design-focus and tough material ensures the performance and appearance lasts throughout years of service, helping to retain a high resale value and provide the customer with outstanding total cost of ownership. The HardHat^® is resistant to corrosion, crack-resistant, environmentally friendly, and better able to meet the tough demands of on-site use. Molded into a single pop-up canopy it is easy to fit and remove from the light tower, providing an access of 360º to the unit for internal maintenance, so it is easy to maintain. Service downtime is decreased due to its heavy-duty filtration system. The HardHat^® is resistant to both low and high temperatures thanks to its UV stability and the long-term antioxidants of the plastic, making it suitable for work in virtually any environment. Additionally, HiLight H6+ offers customizable colors to meet customers’ needs.

Maintenance and transport efficiency were a priority when designing the HiLight H6+. On the first front, the light tower only requires a simple service after 600 h of operation which can be carried out in 40 min. The light tower features an adjustable tow bar to provide flexibility, as it allows users to handle and transport the HiLight H6+ easily while towing with vans, trucks and pick-ups.

The HiLight H6+ features a new generation of LED floodlights that are more efficient and provide optimal light distribution up to 6,000 m² illumination area. The new light tower from Atlas Copco comes with a dimming function to offer the right luminosity at each moment, delivering up to 40 % CO₂ savings and extending the autonomy over 300 h. The control panel for the HiLight H6+ is in an exterior lateral so it is easy to access and use. This is a great benefit for users, as the doors where rotating parts are do not need to be opened to operate this light tower. The LED lighting units have 50.000 h lifespan and are supported by an 8 m galvanized mast.

Excessive noise generated by portable equipment is becoming increasingly unacceptable in urban environments, industrial work areas and events. For this reason, the HiLight H6+ delivers a significant reduction in noise levels, becoming the quietest light tower in the market emitting 55 dBA at 7 m.

The HiLigiht H6+ will also be available in a 48 V DC version for applications or markets that requiere low voltage. Atlas Copco offers a broad choice of flexible and dynamic portable lighting solutions, which combine robust build quality and compact size, while addressing all aspects of efficiency, safety, and environmental impact to provide cost-effective lighting.

Further information:
Atlas Copco Power Technique GmbH
www.atlascopco.com

Florian Eckert has managed the industrial compressed air segment at Atlas Copco Kompressoren und Drucklufttechnik GmbH in Essen/Germany since 1st February 2020. Eckert previously worked as Marketing Manager for industrial compressed air.

On 1st July 2018, Vladimir Kozlovskiy became Managing Director of Atlas Copco Power Technique GmbH with its registered office in Essen/Germany. He is now responsible for Sales and Service in the Western Europe customer centre within the Power Technique group division of Atlas Copco. The centre covers Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. Kozlovskiy succeeds Henk Brouwer, who has now been appointed Vice President of Atlas Copco Holding GmbH.

Atlas Copco has announced a new addition to its QAC range of containerised generators, the QAC 1450 TwinPower™ delivers unrivalled versatility, optimised performance and excellent fuel economy in demanding Modular Power Plant (MPP) applications (Figure 1).

The QAC 1450 TwinPower is a 20 ft. ISO containerised unit housing two compact 725 kVA generators; powered by V8 Scania engines with double bearing alternators. This configuration, with its fast-paralleling system, allows the two generators to work independently or in parallel with each other. Furthermore, the system is fully EU compliant.

Julio Tomé, Product Marketing Manager from the Atlas Copco Power and Flow division commented: “From full load to low load, our TwinPower concept provides the same output, performance and efficiency as a single generator package, thereby achieving up to 10 % in fuel savings.” He continued: “In essence, two generators, which are powered by smaller engines, behave as one large one; while providing far more flexibility and contributing to a lower overall cost of ownership.”

The QAC 1450 is equipped with a centralised control and monitoring system that is both easy-to-use and configure. This is facilitated by two Qc4003 digital controllers that feature intuitive touchscreens, and a choice of island or PMS (Power Management System) modes. For enhanced flexibility, and so it can tackle larger jobs if required, the QAC 1450 can either run as a standalone unit, in parallel with other generators, or in parallel with mains power.

Capable of operating continuously in challenging conditions, including high altitude environments, the containerised TwinPower generator system features an intelligent cooling system that ensures optimised performance at temperature up to 50 °C.

Ease of service was a prime consideration during the design of the TwinPower system, with large access doors and custom service tools helping to maximise uptime. The service requirement is less than two hours of maintenance for every 500 h of operation. Furthermore, due to the twin power concept, it is possible to still benefit from 50 % of the unit’s total capacity during maintenance operations.

Developed with key customers in mind, and manufactured to perform under the most demanding conditions within mining, construction, transport, oil and gas and utilities’ applications, the QAC1450 is designed to meet and exceed international approval specifications, including ISO8528, and is compliant with all current EU safety and environmental regulations.

Atlas Copco’s TwinPower operating principle is based around the concept of two generators, with two independent engines, inside one box. The QAC 1450 is the latest model to be launched and follows on from the successful TwinPower introduction in 2016.

Further information:
Atlas Copco Power Technique
www.atlascopco.com