Early in 2008 the A.I. McDermott Co., Inc. headquartered in Oshkosh, WI, teamed with international drive manufacturer Danfoss to actively promote the Danfoss VLT AQUA Drive to Wisconsin and Upper Michigan water system professionals.

The complete line of Danfoss’ VLT AQUA Drive variable frequency drives can control three (3) phase submersible pump motors from 7-1/2HP to 150HP.  The drives are manufactured with project customization in mind.  A limited number of parameters are set upon installation and the drives will operate the pumping system according to the specific job requirements and well construction characteristics.

Some of the features of the VLT AQUA Drive are as follows:

Saves Energy…

·        Highly efficient – over 98%

·        Sleep mode promptly shuts down pump when demand stops

·        Automatic energy optimization

·        Unique cooling concept

Saves Space…

·        Eliminates need for multiple large pressure tanks

·        Compact modular design

·        Built-in reactors for harmonic suppression – no need for external filters

·        Integrated disconnects and fusing

Saves Time…

·        Easy user interface with local control panel (LCP)

·        One drive type for the full power range

·        Modular design enables fast installation of options

·        Works with either single phase or three phase input

Saves Cost & Protects Your System…

·        Includes 4 through 20 milliamp sensor

·        Pre-programmed for each job

·        Dry pump and end of curve detection

·        Overload trip protection

·        Outdoor rated enclosures available

For more information on this versatile line of variable frequency drives please contact your McDermott or Lyon Pumps salesman or call (800) 242-0357 or email us at osh@aimcdermott.com.