Controlling Water
By Controlling Water
Each episode, we dive deep into valve functionality, standards and accreditations, water hammer mitigation, and more. In Controlling Water, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from some of Bermad’s most experienced water professionals who are committed to upskilling the entire water sector.
Controlling Water Apr 12, 2022
Q&A with Colin Kirkland.
In episode ten of Controlling Water—our final episode for season 1—Colin Kirkland draws on over 30 years’ industry experience in water supply and irrigation to answer a wide range of questions from our listeners. Find the answers to some of your most pressing questions about specific valves, upskilling as a water professional, and the water industry in general.
Sizing And Installation Techniques For Electromagnetic Flow Meters.
In episode nine of Controlling Water, we are looking at sizing and installation techniques in order to achieve good long term operation of electromagnetic flow meters, also known as mag flow meters. This week we’re joined by Colin Kirkland, one of Bermad’s Product Manager, to discuss the hydraulic requirements for the water flow and electrical needs when installing mag flow meters. Tune in to learn about the importance of understanding different environments, how to avoid these common mistakes, and how Bermad’s interactive training facilities empower teams like yours across Australia.
Typical mistakes to avoid when designing and installing pressure reducing stations.
In episode eight of Controlling Water, we deep dive into common design and installation mistakes customers make in pressure reducing stations. This week we’re joined by Colin Kirkland, Bermad’s Air Valve Product Manager, to discuss four typical applications of pressure reducing valves, and how these valves meet their specific needs, concerns, and design problems. Tune in to learn about the importance of understanding different environments, how to avoid these common mistakes, and how Bermad’s interactive training facilities empower teams like yours across Australia.
Water hammer issues in major horticultural developments.
In episode seven of Controlling Water, we explore water hammer issues that occur in major horticultural developments that use water for irrigation purposes. This week, we’re joined by Colin Kirkland, Bermad’s Air Valve Product Manager, to discuss the irrigation and water quality challenges local growers face. Tune in to learn how Bermad's high-performing products can be implemented as part of the solution to combat these issues, and support irrigation, horticulture and agriculture across Australia.
Water hammer prevention in pumping stations under power failure conditions.
In episode six of Controlling Water, we're joined by Colin Kirkland, a mechanical engineer at Bermad, to talk about water hammer prevention techniques in pumping stations under power failure conditions. Tune in to learn about the importance of forward planning and surge analysis to minimise these conditions from occurring. Throughout the episode, Colin also explains the integral role Bermad's innovative product range plays in these prevention techniques.
Water hammer prevention in pumping stations.
In episode five, we continue our conversation with Colin Kirkland about water hammer, focusing on prevention techniques for pumping stations. Colin explains why water hammer commonly occurs in these environments, and how designers minimise this condition to allow effective operations in both controlled and uncontrolled conditions. Tune in to learn how the Bermad model 740 Pump Control Valve has become a reliable benchmark product to combat water hammer in pumping stations and is a trusted solution within the industry.
Pipeline water hammer prevention using varying air release valve designs.
In episode four, we continue our conversation with Colin Kirkland about water hammer in air release valves and how different pressure relief valves can be used effectively in any water network. From how the Bermad team approach minimising water hammer in complex installations, to providing potential solutions to real-world water pipeline problems with the latest technology, we cover all the basics—and more—in this episode of Controlling Water.
Water hammer in water transfer pipelines.
Joined by Colin Kirkland, a mechanical engineer at Bermad, we dive into water hammer in water transfer pipelines. In this episode, we discuss the causes of, common locations where water hammer may take place, and what water hammer conditions look, feel and sound like, in a domestic appliance. Covering all the bases, Colin explains how the Bermad team work together to mitigate this condition and how the practical application and cost nature of the situation will determine which approach is adopted by the Bermad team.
Approvals and Accreditations.
Mechanical engineer and air valve product manager, Colin Kirkland, unpacks the Accreditations and Approvals needed and the origin and purpose of the AS4956 standard developed for the water authorities and why they are so crucial in the industry. Tune in as we discuss the recent standards Bermad has achieved for their range of air release valves for water supply, and the purpose of WSAA in ensuring these water standards are met.
The Bermad Training Facilities.
In this episode of Controlling Water, we are joined by Colin Kirkland, a mechanical engineer at Bermad, who shares how he first learnt to operate control valves. With over 30 years of experience in water supply and irrigation, Colin explains what the different training and education was like during this time, and the importance of creating a safe, hands-on learning environment for engineers at the Bermad training facilities.