Document Type
Report
Publication Date
January 1994
Abstract
One of the key requirements for reliable operations of a water supply system is a thorough analysis and proper selection of the control valves and pumps. For valves, selection criteria includes capacity, pressure loss, controllability, torque, cavitation and transients. Pump selection requires matching the pump performance to varying system demands. Examples are given for single pump operation and use of pumps in series and parallel. When future demands exceed the original design conditions, or if significant changes are required in the operation of the system, each important control device should be analyzed to see if it can operate safely at the new conditions or determine if modifications or replacement is required.
Recommended Citation
Tullis, J. Paul, "Selecting Controls for Water Distribution Systems" (1994). Reports. Paper 52.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/water_rep/52