Bell & Gossett’s New
MiniBooster™ Pump Systems Provide Extra Pressure Boost When Needed
Morton Grove, IL - July 12, 2002
| Bell & Gossett has introduced its new
MiniBooster™ systems - compact, easy-to-install and maintain pump packages
for applications where sufficient main pressure is not available or elevation is a
problem. Typical installations for this product include residences, apartment and
condominium buildings, and light commercial applications. The MiniBooster is available in
one- and two-pump packages, with simplex capacities from 20 to 110 GPM at a boost of 20 to
55 psig, and a duplex capacity that can reach 220 GPM.
Both the one- and two-pump MiniBooster systems automatically adjust to system
requirements, stopping during periods of low demand and restarting upon a drop in system
pressure. The duplex models provide automatic alternation to permit even pump usage, and
units can be sized to act a 100% stand by or stage pumps based on demand. Lag pump will
start automatically upon failure of lead pump, and pump failure is indicated at the panel.
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MiniBooster system features include:
· Stainless steel piping and check valve
(simplex units).
· Bronze check and isolation valves, all-copper piping and
copper headers (duplex units).
· Close-coupled pumps with stainless steel casing and
internals.
· Pump motors that are open drip-proof from 1.5 hp through 5
hp.
· A control panel that utilizes single incoming power
connection for both single-phase and for three-phase units that include fuses and an input
disconnect switch.
· Protection of pump(s) from loss of water supply that
utilizes 1/4-inch tap on suction manifold for an optional low suction pressure switch.
· All non-ferrous piping suitable for potable water
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In addition, the electrical panel is UL listed, NEMA 1 enclosure with
voltages ranging from 230/1/60, 208-230/3/60 and 460/3/60. It includes a control power
transformer, Hand-Off-Auto switch(s), pilot light(s) and minimum run timer to prevent
short cycling.
Optional features available for the MiniBooster systems include:
· Pressure control valves
· 115/1/60 voltage
· Storage tank (standard tap provided on each MiniBooster
for quick connection)
· Low suction pressure cutout |
JIT Delivery Available
MiniBooster systems are stocked at Bell & Gossett and field office locations
nationwide, making them available for quick delivery to contractors who, after installing
a backflow preventer or other similar device required by local code, determine that the
pressure at the inlet of the building is inadequate.
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Bell & Gossett, a unit of ITT Industries, is a leading manufacturer of centrifugal
pumps, hydronic specialties, heat exchangers, condensate handling equipment, and packaged
systems for variable and constant speed pumping, heat transfer and pressure boosting. |