What is PLURODRIVE
The PLURODRIVE relates to a drive unit whereby only one end of prime-mover[s] (viz. diesel engine, electric motor, etc.) is / are connected to it. Various driven equipments (viz. water pump, alternator, compressor, blower, crusher, mixer, welding alternator, conveyor, etc.) are connected to the outputs provided.
The assembly of prime mover, then the PLURODRIVE, then the driven equipments, are mounted on a common frame.
The arrangement now makes it possible for independent transmission of rotary power from the prime mover(s) alternately or simultaneously to two or more driven equipments. Thus getting two uses from the same prime mover, resulting in many advantages as mentioned herein.
This is popularly used to run alternately or simultaneously two driven equipments like water pump and power alternator, power alternator and welding alternator, etc., by a single diesel engine. The single input multi output application is more used, however, We also give variations like multi input single output, multi input multi output.
The PLURODRIVE can also be used in a single output dual input arrangement where two prime movers [such as say a diesel engine and / or an electric motor] can run a single driven equipment such as a compressor or a water pump or a fire pump etc..
Why PLURODRIVE
We are in the business of diesel powered applications like - generators, dewatering pumps, fire pumps, compressors, mixers, welding generators, etc. etc. In the course of our business We found that very often a prime mover installed with one application is idle while another prime mover of equivalent capacity powers another application.
A classic example is the DG set and diesel powered fire pumpset application, where the fire fighting demand and the electrical power demand is rarely together. Similar is the case of a welding alternator & dewatering pump, at construction sites. We saw definite scope in improving prime mover utility.
If the prime mover is to supply power to more than one application alternately or simultaneously, prime mover utility improves, resulting in obvious advantages such as cost, space, maintenance, spares - savings and increased reliability, etc. etc.
The list of applications that could be operated in tandem by a single prime mover is quite long. A device was needed that could do just this. And PLURODRIVE was born.
The PLURODRIVE is a mechanical power transmission device, which transmits rotary power from prime mover(s) to more than one driven equipment, alternately or simultaneously, as required by simple lever mechanism.
One end of the prime mover is connected to the input of this drive and various driven equipments such as welding alternator, pump, compressor, power alternator, cutter, conveyor, mixer, thresher, harvester, etc. are connected to the outputs provided.
Rotary power from the prime mover can now be transmitted alternately or simultaneously, as required through the PLURODRIVE.
Generally, the entire assembly viz. the prime mover, then the PLURODRIVE, then the driven equipments are mounted and fixed on a single common frame.
We take pride in the fact that the PLURODRIVE is made with the highest quality standard. All the inputs of this drive including technical expertise are the best available.
We are sure that in the years to come, the PLURODRIVE will be used and accepted very widely. It will force engineers everywhere to think differently while designing or applying rotary power transmission solutions.
Various features, advantages, applications, etc. of PLURODRIVE are explained herewith. However, for any further information please feel free to inquire and We shall be only too happy to furnish YOU the same.
PLURODRIVE can obviously be used for many applications.
Some typical application uses are
- Prime mover Drives Pump and (or) Alternator
- Prime mover Drives Pump and (or) Welding Alternator
- Prime mover Drives Compressor and(or) Alternator
- Prime mover Drives Power Alternator and (or) Welding Alternator
Generally, the entire Assembly viz. the prime mover, then the PLURODRIVE, then the driven equipments are mounted on a single frame. The prime mover through the PLURODRIVE now drives the various driven equipments alternately and (or) simultaneously.
The set can be built depending upon your requirement. Set specifications will be given based on client requirements. Please send details such as
- Power required in simultaneous and / or alternate use
- Driven equipment details
- Set to be used in simultaneous and (or) alternate operation.
Various features, advantages, applications, etc. of PLURODRIVE are explained
PLURODRIVE = MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS
- Run Pump with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 30 KVA for emergency use .
- Pump to give 270 m3 /hr @70 mts., Alternator is idle .
- Run only engine, both the driven equipment are idle. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments, before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 125 KVA power pump is idle .
- Run Compressor with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 2-3 KVA for emergency use .
- Compressor to give it is rated output when alternator is kept idle .
- Run only engine ,both the driven equipment are kept idle . This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 15 KVA power, Compressor is kept idle.
- Run Pump with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 2-5 KVA for emergency use .
- Pump to give 12m3 /hr @ 15 Bars, alternator is kept idle .
- Run only engine ,both the driven equipment are kept idle . This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 15 KVA power ,pump is kept idle .
- Run Pump with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 3-4 KVA for emergency use .
- Pump to give 300m3 /hr @ 15 mts., alternator is idle.
- Run only engine ,both the driven equipment are idle . This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance.
- Alternator to give 25 KVA power, pump is idle .
- Run Pump with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 2- 3 KVA for emergency use .
- Pump to give 80m3 /hr @ 21 mts., alternator is idle.
- Run only engine, both the driven equipment are idle. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 10 KVA power When Pump is idle .
- Run DC Welding Machine with the engine . Simultaneously, also run alternator & get 3- 5 KVA for emergency use .
- DC Welding machine to give alternator is idle.
- Run only engine ,both the driven equipment are idle. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE R facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 25 KVA DC Welding Machine is idle.
- Run Compressor with the engine to get its rated output . Simultaneously , also run alternator & get 4- 5 KVA for emergency use .
- Compressor to give its rated capacity, alternator is idle.
- Run only engine ,both the driven equipment are idle. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE R facilitating easy checking of the equipments , before /after maintenance .
- Alternator to give 30 KVA power compressor is idle.
- Run Piston pump with the engine to get its rated output. Simultaneously, also run the Compressor.
- Piston pump to give its rated output, Compressor is idle.
- Run only engine, both the driven equipment are idle. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking of the equipments, before /after maintenance.
- Compressor to give its rated output, Piston Pump is idle .
Features & Advantagess of PLURODRIVE
- Lower capital cost
Obviously, reduction in capital cost because only one prime mover is required for two or more applications and lower space requirement. - Lower fuel cost
There is no restriction on prime mover rpm vis-a-vis at least one driven equipment. So, prime mover is run at optimum speed and one gets better SFC. - Prime movers and driven equipments of various different makes such as Kirloskar, Greaves,Mahindra and Mahindra, Cummins, Leyland, Caterpilar, etc. can be connected through the PLURODRIVE.
- Lower maintenance and spares cost
Because one has to maintain only one prime mover in lieu of two, the maintenance and spares cost will come down. - Design and manufacture
The PLURODRIVE is designed and manufactured with the highest quality standard and in conformation with the latest design norms. PLURODRIVE incorporates power transmission components of world-renowned makes such as GATES*, etc. as required. - More reliability
Since prime mover is used for two or more applications it is automatically maintained in good running condition and comes ON immediately when required in emergency. - Regular maintenance drills not required
When the prime mover is used for only one application, it is made to run once or twice a month on maintenance drills, to keep it in good working condition. Such maintenance test drills are not required here because engine is also used for another application. - Positive engagement
The PLURODRIVE incorporates a unique positive engagement design. Whereby the units can not accidentally disengage while running. - PLURODRIVE is tried and tested.
- Easy checking and maintenance of the equipments
One can run the equipment idle, without disconnecting them from each other. This is a distinct advantage offered by PLURODRIVE facilitating easy checking and maintenance of equipments.
*GATES, Kirloskar, Greaves are the trademarks of their respective proprietors.
Disclaimer: Due to continuos developments the above information is subject to change.