When it comes to hydraulic and environmental research, one size does not fit all. Every research project has unique requirements, and that’s why Armfield offers bespoke flumes designed specifically to meet the needs of individual institutions and research programmes. With over 50 years of experience, Armfield is the leading name in the design and construction of research and teaching flumes, providing tailored solutions that enable ground-breaking studies in hydrology, coastal erosion, sediment transport, and more.

What Makes Armfield Bespoke Flumes Unique?

While Armfield’s standard range of teaching and research flumes offers impressive flexibility, bespoke flumes go a step further by providing customisable designs that align precisely with your specific research objectives. Our bespoke flume systems are designed with a deep understanding of the complexities involved in hydraulic research, offering a tailored approach that enhances experimental capabilities and accuracy.

With bespoke options, Armfield can create flumes of almost any size and configuration, incorporating features such as specialised wave generation, custom sediment transport systems, and environmental simulation equipment. These systems are not only versatile but also built with cutting-edge technology and precision, ensuring that your research is as accurate and reliable as possible.

Customisation Options for Bespoke Flumes

Bespoke flumes from Armfield can be customised in virtually every aspect, allowing for unparalleled adaptability in both teaching and research environments. Whether you’re investigating the effects of river flow, on sediment transport or simulating coastal erosion under storm conditions, our bespoke flume systems offer everything you need to conduct specialised, high-precision experiments.

Here are some of the customisation options available for bespoke flumes:

1. Wave Generation Systems

Armfield offers advanced wave generation systems for research projects focused on coastal dynamics. Bespoke flumes can also integrate wind simulation to create wind-generated waves, making it possible to study the combined effects of wind and water in coastal environments.

Example Application:
It is mainly used for river and coastal research but has contributed to a wide range of research, ranging from studying sedimentation in the ocean to theorising the formation of hill slopes on Mars..

2. Sediment Transfer and Weighing Systems

Sediment transport plays a vital role in environmental research, particularly in studies of erosion and deposition. Armfield can integrate sophisticated sediment transfer systems into bespoke flumes, including both recirculation and non-recirculation options. Our flumes are equipped with specialised weighing systems that log data in real time, making it easy to track sediment movement and deposition over time.

Example Application:
A bespoke flume developed for a research university included a sediment recirculation system with a separate solids-handling pump that could handle sediment up to 10mm in size. This system allowed the team to simulate sediment transport in river channels, providing insights into erosion patterns under various flow conditions.

3. Wind Simulation Systems

Understanding the interaction between wind and water flow is essential for many hydraulic studies. Armfield offers bespoke flumes equipped with wind simulation systems capable of producing wind speeds in excess of 25 metres per second. These systems are fully integrated with the flume, allowing researchers to combine wind and wave effects for more comprehensive environmental simulations.

Example Application:
A bespoke flume with wind simulation capabilities was designed for a marine research facility to study the combined effects of wind and waves on coastal erosion. The flume incorporated variable-speed fans and a clear cowling, enabling the team to simulate a variety of wind profiles in conjunction with different water flow conditions.

4. Specialised Weir Configurations

Weirs are a critical component in controlling water flow in hydraulic experiments. Armfield bespoke flumes can incorporate a variety of weir options, such as Venetian blind weirs, base hinge weirs, undershot/overshot weirs, and stop log weirs. These custom weir configurations allow for precise control over water height and flow, making them ideal for experiments involving sediment transport, flood simulation, or river dynamics.

Example Application:
A custom flume with a Venetian blind weir was created for a water engineering firm to reduce turbulence and enable smooth sediment transport in their flood simulation experiments. This system provided a stable environment for studying the effects of floods on sediment deposition.

Precision and Automation in Bespoke Flume Design

Automation is a key feature in all Armfield flumes, and our bespoke systems are no exception. Each custom flume is fitted with a PLC control system that automates critical parameters such as flow rate, water depth, and tilt. This level of precision ensures that your experiments are reproducible and data collection is accurate, freeing researchers to focus on their analysis.

Additionally, our bespoke systems can be integrated with Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) technology, allowing for real-time tracking and visualisation of flow dynamics. This advanced feature is invaluable in experiments where understanding the fine details of fluid flow is critical.

End-to-End Service: From Concept to Completion

At Armfield, we pride ourselves on delivering more than just equipment. Our team works closely with clients throughout the entire process, from initial design consultations to installation and commissioning. We provide full support at every stage, ensuring that the bespoke flume system is delivered on time, installed correctly, and operating smoothly.

Our professional service team also provides comprehensive training for your staff, ensuring that you can maximise the capabilities of your new flume system. Whether you need on-site support or remote assistance, Armfield is committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcomes in your research.

FAQs

1. What kind of projects can benefit from bespoke flumes?
Bespoke flumes are ideal for complex research projects that require specific features not available in standard models. Examples include coastal erosion studies, sediment transport experiments, and flood simulations. Armfield can tailor flumes to meet the exact needs of each research project, ensuring that every aspect is optimised for accuracy and efficiency.

2. How are Armfield bespoke flumes customised?
Every component of an Armfield bespoke flume can be customised, including wave generators, sediment handling systems, wind simulation, and weir configurations. We work closely with our clients to design flumes that meet their specific research goals, and we offer a wide range of optional features to enhance experimental capabilities.

3. What support does Armfield offer for bespoke projects?
Armfield provides complete end-to-end support for all bespoke flume projects. From the initial design and consultation phase through to installation, commissioning, and training, our team ensures that your bespoke flume meets your exact specifications. Ongoing maintenance and remote support are also available to ensure that your flume continues to operate at peak efficiency.

4. How does automation improve the precision of bespoke flumes?
Automation allows for precise control over key experimental variables such as flow rate, water depth, and tilt. In a bespoke flume, this can be critical for achieving accurate and repeatable results. Our PLC control systems can also integrate with advanced technologies like PIV, providing real-time visualisation of flow dynamics for more detailed analysis.

Taking the next step

If you’re ready to invest in a bespoke flume system that meets your unique research needs, contact us today. Armfield’s expert team will work with you to design a tailored solution that enhances your research capabilities. Visit our contact page to speak with a specialist and get started on your bespoke project.

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The Ultimate Solution for Teaching and Research Flumes

Armfield S6-MKII laboratory flow channel

S6-MKIII Standard teaching & research flume

When it comes to advanced hydraulic research and education, the quality of your equipment makes all the difference. At Armfield, we are proud to offer world-class teaching and research flumes that combine cutting-edge technology with over 50 years of expertise in hydraulic engineering. Our flumes provide an adaptable, durable, and precise platform for simulating real-world water flow and sediment dynamics, making them the preferred choice for universities, research institutions, and industries across the globe.

Armfield’s Modular Design: Flexibility in Experimentation

One of the standout features of our teaching and research flumes is their modular design. Available in standard lengths from 5 to 50 meters, with the option to expand in 2.5-meter increments, they offer unmatched flexibility. Choose from widths of 600mm, 800mm, or 1000mm, allowing you to customize your setup for experiments focused on sediment transport, wave generation, or erosion studies.

Our modular flumes are offered in both static and tilting configurations, providing precise control over water flow and gradient. This versatility makes them ideal for everything from basic teaching to advanced research. With the ability to add sections as your research grows, Armfield flumes provide a long-term solution for a wide variety of experiments.

Customisable Options for Comprehensive Research

At Armfield, we understand that every research project is unique. That’s why our flumes are designed with a variety of customisable features. Our systems can include wave makers, sediment transfer mechanisms, wind generators, and controlled by Venetian weirs, which manage water depth, eliminate drawdown, and ensure laminar flow for more accurate and consistent results. These options allow researchers to conduct highly specialised studies, ranging from river dynamics and coastal erosion to sediment deposition and flood simulation.

Our flumes are also available in free discharge or recirculation configurations. For laboratories equipped with sumps or header tanks, the free discharge model may be ideal. For more self-contained systems, we offer recirculation flumes, which ensure that water is continuously cycled through the system. This flexibility allows our flumes to fit into any laboratory setup, whether it’s a state-of-the-art research facility or a teaching laboratory.

Advanced Automation and Precision Control

Incorporating modern automation is key to accurate, reproducible results in hydraulic research. That’s why all Armfield flumes are equipped with a PLC control system, complete with a user-friendly touchscreen interface. This system allows for automated control over key variables such as flow rate, water depth, and tilt angle. Automation not only improves the accuracy of experiments but also frees up researchers to focus on analysis rather than manual operation.

Additionally, we offer the integration of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) systems, enabling researchers to record and visualise flow dynamics in real-time. Whether your experiment involves studying sediment transport or simulating coastal wave action, these advanced instrumentation options ensure that you collect reliable, high-precision data.

Durable, High-Quality Materials

At Armfield, we prioritise quality and durability in every product. Our teaching and research flumes are constructed from high-grade materials like stainless steel, glass, and Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), ensuring that the flumes are built to last. This robust construction is essential for handling harsh conditions, such as high flow rates or sediment-laden water, without compromising on accuracy or stability.

Moreover, our flumes are equipped with load-bearing instrument rails along the entire working length, providing additional support for complex setups. The glass panels are carefully sealed using a rubber “U” section, and the overall design is engineered to prevent deflection, ensuring exceptional stability and rigidity throughout operation.

Tailored Support and Installation Services

Investing in Armfield teaching flumes means more than just acquiring world-class equipment. Our team provides end-to-end support, from design and customisation to installation and ongoing maintenance. Our professional service team will oversee every aspect of the setup, including transportation, installation, and commissioning. In addition, we offer on-site training to ensure that your team can operate the flume to its full potential.

Our engineers work closely with each clients brief to ensure that every requirement, from technical specifications to installation timelines, is fully met. With our decades of experience in the industry, we’ve successfully executed a wide range of complex projects, from small-scale educational setups to large-scale industrial research flumes.

Wide Range of Applications

Armfield teaching and research flumes are designed to serve a broad spectrum of research and educational purposes. Whether you’re studying river behaviour, coastal erosion, or flood dynamics, our flumes provide the tools you need to conduct detailed, accurate experiments.

For example, wave generation is a critical area of study for coastal engineers. Our wave makers can simulate anything from simple paddle-driven waves to complex, multi-directional waves generated by wind or computer-controlled systems. This makes our flumes ideal for studying the behaviour of sea walls, breakwaters, and beach erosion.

Additionally, our wind simulation systems allow for the integration of variable-speed wind profiles into hydraulic experiments. This feature is particularly useful for investigating the combined effects of wind and water flow, such as in studies of storm surge impacts on coastal structures.

FAQs

1. What are the benefits of a modular flume design?
Modular flume designs offer flexibility in research and teaching, allowing users to extend the length in 2.5m increments. This makes it possible to tailor the flume to specific research needs, such as sediment transport or wave dynamics, and to expand the system as future projects evolve.

2. Can Armfield flumes be used for both teaching and research?
Absolutely. Armfield flumes are designed for versatility, making them suitable for both educational and research applications. Our systems can be customised to meet the needs of undergraduate teaching labs or advanced, high-precision research environments.

3. What customisation options are available for Armfield flumes?
Our flumes come with a wide array of customisation options, including wave makers, sediment transfer systems, wind generators, and various weir configurations. These features enable researchers to conduct specialised studies in areas such as flood simulation, coastal erosion, and sediment deposition.

4. Do you offer support after installation?
Yes, Armfield offers comprehensive after-sales support. Our professional service team provides installation, commissioning, and on-site training to ensure that your team can operate the system effectively. We also offer ongoing maintenance and remote support for troubleshooting.

Find out more

Take your hydraulic research to the next level, contact us today to learn more about our range of teaching and research flumes, and how we can customise a solution to meet your specific requirements. Visit our contact page to speak with one of our experts.

Technology plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and efficiency in the Food Industry. Armfield is a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for the food sector, this article explores the numerous benefits of technology in the food industry and how Armfield utilises these advancements to enhance learning and application.

The Role of Technology in the Food Industry

Technology has been a transformative force in the food industry, reshaping production, distribution, and consumption. Over the years, technological advancements have revolutionised how food is processed, packaged, and delivered, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs. At Armfield, we recognise the importance of staying ahead of these trends and offer state-of-the-art pilot plant equipment that allows food manufacturers to experiment with new processes and products before full-scale production.

Increased Efficiency and Reduced Costs

One of the most significant benefits of technology in the food industry is the increase in production efficiency. Automation and advanced machinery have streamlined operations, allowing for faster and more consistent production. This not only reduces operational costs but also ensures that food products meet high-quality standards. Armfield’s equipment is designed to mimic full-scale production environments, enabling manufacturers to optimise their processes and achieve greater efficiency.
an example of a product that offers such efficiencies is The FT102XA Carbonator

Improving Food Safety and Quality Control

Food safety is a paramount concern in the industry, and technology has greatly enhanced quality control measures. With the integration of sensors and automated systems, manufacturers can monitor every stage of the production process in real time, ensuring compliance with stringent safety regulations. Armfield’s equipment incorporates these technologies, helping to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain product integrity.

For example, the FT174 UHT/HTST System protects the sterility of the product line by ensuring the entire line reaches industry standard sterilisation temperatures prior to filling.

Advancements in Food Packaging and Preservation

Technology has also had a profound impact on food packaging and preservation. Innovative techniques such as vacuum sealing and modified atmosphere packaging extend the shelf life of food products and reduce waste. These advancements not only benefit manufacturers by lowering costs but also provide consumers with fresher and safer food options. Armfield supports these innovations through our versatile pilot plant equipment, which allows manufacturers to test and refine their packaging processes with real products.

Enhancing the Consumer Experience

The consumer experience has been significantly improved by technology, with innovations such as online ordering systems and food delivery apps making it easier for consumers to access their favourite foods. This technology is contributing to greater demand for food. At Armfield, we understand the importance of meeting consumer demands and preferences. Our equipment is designed to help food manufacturers deliver high-quality products that satisfy their customers, enhancing overall consumer satisfaction.

Benefits in Food Distribution and Supply Chain Management

Technology has transformed food distribution and supply chain management, offering real-time tracking and inventory management systems. These advancements ensure that food products are delivered efficiently and safely, reducing the risk of spoilage and waste. Armfield’s solutions support these technologies, enabling manufacturers to streamline their supply chains and improve their distribution processes.

Armfield’s equipment enables users to perfect recipes and consequentially improve shelf life through thermal treatment, reducing weight through the drying process, and clean label ingredients reduction.

Promoting Sustainability in the Food Industry

Sustainability is a growing concern, and technology offers solutions to address this challenge. By reducing energy consumption and minimising waste, technology supports sustainable practices in the food industry. Armfield’s pilot plant equipment is designed to optimise production processes, helping manufacturers produce more with less and contribute to a more sustainable food system.

Revolutionising Food Production

Technology has revolutionised food production, from precision agriculture to vertical farming. These innovations have improved the way we grow and harvest food, increasing productivity and reducing environmental impact. Armfield is committed to supporting these advancements by providing equipment that enables manufacturers to explore new technologies and processes, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly changing industry.

In conclusion, the benefits of technology in the food industry are vast and varied. From increased efficiency and improved food safety to enhanced consumer experiences and sustainability, technology is transforming the way we produce and consume food. At Armfield, we are proud to be at the forefront of this transformation, providing innovative solutions that empower food manufacturers to innovate and excel.

If you are interested in learning more about how Armfield’s technology can benefit your food production processes, we invite you to contact us today. Visit our contact page to get in touch with our team of experts who are ready to assist you in finding the perfect solution for your needs.

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The Armfield HT10X Heat transfer range:

Includes 11 different accessories to demonstrate the three basic modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation). A common service unit avoids unnecessary cost duplication for control and instrumentation.
Educational software, including mimic diagrams, real-time control, data logging, and graph plotting is Included as standard with the service unit. Embedded software-based PID control of heater and water flow control enables a steady state to be achieved in less than two minutes which maximises the time during a laboratory session that the student can undertake experimentation.

The Armfield HT30X Heat exchange range

Includes 7 different accessories representative of industrial heat exchangers to demonstrate air-to-water and water to water Heat Exchange (Tubular, Plate, Shell and Tube, Jacketed vessel, and Crossflow). A common service unit avoids unnecessary cost duplication for control and instrumentation. Educational software, including mimic diagrams, real-time control, data logging, and graph plotting is Included as standard with the service unit.
Embedded software-based PID control of hot and cold water and computer-controlled reversing of one of the fluid streams for co-current and counter-current investigations maximises the time during a laboratory session that the student can undertake experimentation.

The flexibility of both systems allows the unit to be operated in a standalone environment.

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Studying fluidized bed systems is an important aspect of chemical engineering education, especially for undergraduate students. Fluidized beds are widely used in various industrial processes, such as combustion, catalytic reactions, drying, and particle coating.

Many universities only briefly touch on this subject as part of there curriculum and as such finding budget for this important subject is challenging.

The Armfield Ltd FS-4.1 Fluidised bed module offers a cost-effective demonstration into the characteristics of a packed and fluidised bed.

The teaching outcomes are:

▪ Characteristics of a packed and fluidised bed.
▪ Plot a graph showing the relationship between pressure drop and flow rate.
▪ Demonstrate pressure reading confirm with Darcy’s equation.
▪ Relationship between pressure drop and height of bed.
▪ Discuss the behaviour of particles when fluidised.
▪ Understand the relationship between L and (1 -ɛ).

For more information about our Fluid Science bundled solution! Alternatively, speak with our team.

At Armfield Ltd, we’re driving innovation in the food and beverage industry. Introducing our game-changing miniature technology, engineered to streamline your operations.

▪ Experience faster results and cost savings like never before.
▪ No more delays or budget overruns.

Embrace efficiency and achieve your goals with Armfield’s ground-breaking solutions. Exciting news for the food and beverage industry!

Armfield are thrilled to announce the successful launch of our FT102XA Carbonator. This cutting-edge equipment brings exceptional carbonation capabilities to beverage manufacturers, ensuring consistent quality and taste.

Elevate your R & D with our advanced carbonation and filling technology.

▪ Reduced minimum batch volumes
▪ Ability to carbonate highly foaming products
▪ Space saving internally mounted chiller

Current studies in geoscience and earth science looks at the processes that shape the earth’s surface, natural resources and how water and ecosystems are interconnected. As well as the effects these have caused in the past, present and what changes may need to be implemented for the future.

The Armfield Ltd FEL and S Series – These range of products offers both laboratory and field-learning opportunities. It also introduces such diverse topics as crop water requirements, erosion, soil moisture content, ground water flow, plant water need and sprinkler irrigation systems.

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The S6-MKIII laboratory flow channel is one of the most important tools available to the hydraulics or civil engineer whether engaged in teaching basic principles or researching solutions to practical problems. Developed during 30 years of continuous production, examples are installed in educational and research establishments throughout the world.

The flumes are assembled from modular sections of 2.5m length to suit the application, short versions for basic investigations and longer versions for investigations of gradually varied flow profiles with non-uniform channel flow.

S Series – Hydraulics & Hydrology:

The Armfield SV Structures Series consists of 24 modular experiments specifically designed to allow Civil, Mechanical and Structural engineering students to understand the principles of forces and moments, forces in a truss, strength of materials and bridges, beams, arches and cables.

The Structures range utilises the Armfield armBUS software system to collect, display in real time and store the data from the instrumentation, the data can be exported to Excel.

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Armfield Ltd’s 12.5m free discharge S100 tilting Research Flume installed at University of Newcastle Fluid Science Department. The system is capable of controlled water flow up to 400l/s at water depths up to 0.8m deep.

Our engineers have designed a flume to carry out flood event studies, leaky barriers, dams giving away, effect on structures and more. This flume furthers our involvement in creating equipment for erosion studies, please contact us for more information or talk to us about your requirements. www.armfield.co.uk

To maximise available tilt (to 5%) the flume was designed to sit within the existing sump tanks, unique features included a bespoke flood dam system enabling research into flood events and a sediment recirculation system capable of handling solids up to 10mm. Water depth is controlled using Armfield’s unique venetian blind weir all fully automated through the integrated touchscreen control panel.

This project adds to a suite of flumes in the Novak lab which comprises of two S3 flumes dating back to the 1960’s and one 1970’s S6 unit, all of which are still in constant use.

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It is an active, vibrant show that includes professionals from the food service, dairy, meat, seafood, bakery, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries specifically.
 
The Armfield Ltd Industrial Food research range spans from simple thermal processing to color\flavor extractions, spray drying, carbonated beverages, edible oils research to evaporation. We are a low cost, effective answer to your product development needs. 
 
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Provides facilities for the detailed study of fluid friction head losses, which occur when an incompressible fluid flows through pipes, fittings and flow metering devices.

A wide range of measurements, demonstrations and training exercises are possible with the equipment:

· Confirming the relationship between head loss due to fluid friction and velocity for flow of water
· Determining the head loss associated with flow through a variety of standard pipe fittings
· Determining the relationship between pipe friction coefficients and Reynolds’ number for flow through a pipe with roughened bore
· Demonstrating the application of differential head devices in the measurement of flow rate and velocity
· Providing practical training of pressure measurement techniques
· Enhancing understanding of the hydraulic principles involved through the use of complementary computer software

See more at www.armfield.co.uk

Come see us at Supply Side West in Las Vegas 27th and 28th of October, Stand #1977

Mark, Titus and Will are there to welcome you to the Armfield Stand and discuss the exciting new developments added to the already vast Armfield range of products available for enhanced product Research and Development.

These include the FT74XA HTST/UHT unit, the high-pressure FT25XA crystalliser and the even more flexible FT102X carbonator/filler. Other available systems we offer are suitable for processing a range of products related to HTST/UHT, extraction, spray drying, oil processing, filtration, mixing sterile filling, homogenisation, carbonation/filling and much more. 

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The Armfield S6-MKII laboratory flow channel is one of the most important tools available to the hydraulics or civil engineer whether engaged in teaching basic principles or researching solutions to practical problems. Many applications in fluid mechanics are associated with the flow of water through an open channel where the water has a free surface that is exposed to the air at atmospheric pressure.

The flumes are available in different lengths from 5 to 15m (in 2.5m sections) and examples are installed in educational and research establishments throughout the world.

A comprehensive range of accessories and measuring instruments are available including discharge control, wave generation and a closed loop for sediment transport studies.

See more at www.armfield.co.uk

Prepare students for future careers in industrial jobs with the Armfield Machine Elements range. Perfect for learning industrial skills such as pump & valve operation, disassembly, refurbishment and re-assembly via hands on practical application.

Designed for easy storage and supplied in a toughened case each set includes a full tool kit, manuals and laminated job worksheets. sales@armfield.co.uk

Armfield are monitoring the ongoing situation relating to the outbreak of Coronavirus and are not envisaging any disruption to the supply of goods at this time to our customers. In regards to IC&T and support services, we are adhering to UK guidelines and Government advice in relation to travel and movement of people and in the interim are able to provide support videos to help our customers.

As a company we are following all the government directives to protect our staff, customers, suppliers and the collective effort to fight the spread of coronavirus.

Please contact us www.armfield.co.uk or sales@armfield.co.uk for support contact armfieldassist.com

Building on a proven track record of developing innovative hands-on teaching equipment, Armfield are pleased to broaden its range in the Fluid Science Series.

Introducing students to the world of engineering at the earliest opportunity and engaging with them to gain a fundamental understanding of Fluid Mechanics via an intuitive and practical suite of products.

Armfield aims to provide students with a thorough grounding and understanding of the theory of:- Venturi meter, Orifice plate, Energy losses in pipes, Energy losses in bends, Free surface demonstration (surface at atmospheric pressure), U-tube manometer and Inclined manometer.

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Armfield’s Research Flume, designed by our engineers to carry out flood event studies, was installed earlier this year at Newcastle University’s Fluid Science Department. During the commissioning of this key research equipment footage was taken showing the capabilities on environmental research including areas such as leaky barriers, dams giving away, effect on structures and more. The flume features sediment recirculation, up to a 5% tilt, touch screen control, subfloor reservoir tank and wavemaker.

This project adds to a suite of flumes in the Novak lab which are still in constant use.

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The Armfield Multi-pump Test Rig has been designed to demonstrate the operating characteristics (headflow curves and efficiency) of a series of different types of pumps, each having a broadly similar input power. The rig can accommodate both rotodynamic and positive displacement pumps, and is supplied with the most common example of each type as standard (ie a centrifugal pump and a gear pump).

A range of other pump types are available as accessories, (including axial, turbine, flexible impeller, diaphragm and plunger, plus a second centrifugal pump for series/parallel demonstrations). Up to four pumps can be accommodated simultaneously within the rig for use within a single laboratory period, and each can be run without disconnecting any pipework or connections. Further pumps can also be easily interchanged. This new system benefits from electronic instrumentation, control and data logging.

As an option, the unit can be fitted with two identical centrifugal pumps to enable simple series/parallel pump configurations to be demonstrated.

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Congratulations to Mehvish Sajid, for the best combined overall mark. “Your prize is a great confidence boost for our Chemical and Process Engineering students. They really help our graduates stand out from the crowd as they have been individually recognised for their performance and endeavours which is a great personal achievement. Without your help, such a wonderful collection of prizes would not exist”

Karen Devereux Good luck and congratulations Mehvish from us all at Armfield.