Is Solar Pumping Right for My Farm?
Is solar pumping right for my farm? If so, which configuration is likely to be most suitable?To help you decide whether solar pumping is a technically feasible and financially viable option for your farm, consider the following questions: Are your current pumps suitable? Diesel pumps cannot be integrated with solar power and would need to […]
Irrigation Pumping – Lifting and Distributing Bulk Water
The cost of pumping bulk water using mains electricity or diesel has become a significant burden on agricultural productivity, with most irrigation farmers having to cover six-figure energy bills. While electricity is more efficient for pumping than diesel, high network charges and connection costs in rural areas have inhibited growth in the electrification of irrigation […]
What Pumping Tasks Suit Solar-power?
Solar PV arrays provide power whenever the sun is shining. Designed properly, solar PV systems can ensure a steady and reliable power supply, even on cloudy days.Solar has the potential to reduce your pumping energy bill and maintenance costs if any of the following apply:
What is a “Solar Pump”?
Any electric pump can be powered by a solar array. The optimal solution for larger pumping tasks and irrigation solar water systems may involve powering the same pumps from grid networks and solar power sources. In some instances, this may require additional power control systems. Suppliers today offer small integrated solar pumping packages called ‘solar […]
Is Solar Water Pumping the Winner?
Bearings must be selected based upon the loads and service conditions they are likely to encounter. Incorrect sizing and selection of a bearing may lead to bearing failure.