Conversion of the standard winding wire from PVC to PPC for Franklin Electric rewindable motors

The insulation material of our Franklin Electric rewindable motors will be replaced by PPC (Polypropylene Carbonate).

Our long-time supplier of PVC and later also of PVC lead-free winding wire has surprisingly discontinued production, so Franklin Electric had no alternative, but to switch to a new winding wire. Franklin Electric had bought up the complete remaining quantity and, in this way, gained time to intensively examine the alternatives. Now these stocks are also slowly running out so that the successive conversion of the individual cross-sections/motor ratings is expected to be completed by the end of September.

After extensive production, laboratory and field tests with various materials, wedecided on the insulation material PPC (Polypropylene Carbonate) because of the following reasons:

• Excellent insulation properties (see fig. 1),
• Very good processability and thus process reliability
• Many years of field experience with PPC of one of our subsidiaries

Figure 1: Insulation resistance of PVC lead-free and PPC

For further information, please contact your local Franklin Electric representative.
The documentation will be adapted accordingly shortly.

VSI 8"-10" pumps are now available on FE Select

FE Select implementation is continuing. Franklin Electric’s new selector system is now also available for
E-Tech and FPS VSI 8"-10" SS Cast Submersible Pumps at 50 Hz.

Register now and start to use the new tool!

FE Select EMENA is a digital selection software tool that simplifies product selection, configuration, and quoting.
This online tool guides you through the process from start to finish, requiring only the basic application data, such as flow and head demands, to size many pumping systems. The software properly matches the components necessary for the desired application, provides specific data sheets and offers links to related informational product documentation.

Features of FE Select:

• 24/7 accessibility
• A quick export option that allows to simplify the quotation request
• Simple software navigation

Selection tools Franklin Electric EMENA:

More products will be added to FE Select shortly. The link will be displayed on the applicable product pages on the website franklinwater.eu. By clicking on this link, you can easily start the selection process.
In addition to FE Select, we will continue to utilize our current Pump selector software for Etech products and
High Efficiency System Selection and Payback Tool until they will also be integrated into the new FE Select software at a later date. To visit our comprehensive Pump Selection page, click here.

Beyond the pumping systems
Discover more about our services and tools.

5-MSP utility pump now available on Franklin Electric Product Portfolio  

 Franklin Electric extends its product range with the series of Little Giant utility pumps.

Designed for extreme portability and lightweight enough to keep on hand for unexpected jobs, these small but mighty pumps offer convenient and efficient temporary clear water removal from basements, crawlspaces, loading docks --- just about anywhere water can make an uninvited appearance.

APPLICATIONS

The 5-Series is one of the most compact utility pumps on the market, ideal for light commercial and residential applications where water removal, transfer or circulation is required. 5-Series pumps are great for multi-purpose utility applications.

FEATURES

• Corrosion and rust-resistant materials
• Rated for continuous duty which allow a wide range of applications
• Compact design and light weight make this pump truly portable
• Environmentally friendly, energy efficient and oil free 180 W PSC motor, Max. flow: 88 l/min
• FKM triple-lip seal
• 1" BSPT discharge
• Garden hose adapter ¾" NPT and garden rubber holder adapter 20 mm
• Manual operation: pumping down to 3.2 mm with screen and down to 1.6 mm without screen reduces overall water removal clean up time and effort
• Maximum solids size: 3 mm
• Standard power cable: 10 m with Schuko plug
• Maximum liquid temperature: 49 °C

PARTS AND MATERIAL

TECHNICAL DATA

HYDRAULIC PERFORMANCE 50 HZ

VSI Series - New Submersible borehole SS cast pumps

Franklin Electric is pleased to announce the introduction of new submersible borehole pumps entirely manufactured in casted stainless steel.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

HIGH EFFICIENCY AND CORROSION RESISTANCE

• High efficiency (up to 83.5%)  
• Balanced impellers
• Vesconite Hilube® top bearing bush (closed on top)
• PTFE + Graphite up-thrust bearing
• Shrink fit coupling

APPLICATIONS

DRINKING WATER CERTIFICATE

Suitable for pumping drinking water (ACS approved)  

FAMILY CURVES

The pump is available in two different sizes (8" and 10"), three different flow rates up to 350 m³/h
and delivery heads up to 600 m.

OPTIONS  

• YΔ version
• Different impeller diameters for 10" pump
• High grade construction materials in CF8/304, CF8M/316, DUPLEX

VSI series will shortly be available on FE Select.

Product Management

WRAS certificate update for Franklin Electric Vertical Multistage pumps

The WRAS certificate for drinking water has now been updated until May 2028 for Vertical Multistage pumps in the models from 30 to 95.

Please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric Sales contact.

New Mobile App for DrivE-Tech Variable Frequency Drives

The new Unyconnect Mobile App includes all features of the current FE Connect DrivE-Tech Mobile App and expands them to better support you in installing, commissioning, troubleshooting and monitoring your surface and submersible pump application powered with a DrivE-Tech variable frequency drive.

The Unyconnect Mobile App is now available in iOS App Store and Android Google Play Store.

Streamlined Setup / Optimized Features

• Intuitive interface to quickly setup your DrivE-Tech VFD
• Control and monitor your pump installation
• Create and manage configurations from one installation to the next
• Minimize hands-on interaction by saving parameter settings
• Read and share system performance and fault history
• Online access to DrivE-Tech operation manual
• Various languages available

Easy Installation & Support

• Real-time monitoring and control using your smart device
• Smart Bridge Mode for remote support, commissioning and troubleshooting by the Franklin Electric Service Team
• REMO mode for permanent remote access, from everywhere, at any time*
• In-App support and recommended corrective actions

Service Compatible Franklin Electric Products

• DrivE-Tech
• DrivE-Tech MINI
• DrivE-Tech COMPACT

How to use Unyconnect

Download the Unyconnect App from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store. After starting Unyconnect, you will need to create a user account. If you are already using the current FE Connect Drive-Tech App, you can use the same user account in Unyconnect. After entering your account details, you will be asked to scan the QR code of your product with the smartphone camera. The QR code can be found in the operating manual or on the product label. After scanning the QR code, you will have full access to the FE Connect Drive-Tech App and its new features.

* Cellular mobile or WiFi network connection required

FDR Series: Franklin Dewatering Residential
FDP Series: Franklin Dewatering Professional

Franklin Electric is pleased to announce the introduction of new submersible pumps for the drainage of clear and turbid waters. The electric submersible pumps are suitable for numerous applications in the residential, commercial, industrial, construction and mining sectors.

• Drainage and dewatering rooms or tanks
• Rainwater collection  
• Extraction of water from ponds, streams or pits

APPLICATIONS

They can be used as ready-to-use portable pumps for:

• Construction sites
• Basement wells  
• Fixed installations with control panel

FDR IMPELLERS

• Open impeller  

• Construction site drainage and dewatering
• Mining, quarrying drainage and dewatering  
• Emergency flood water drainage
• Rainwater collection

APPLICATIONS

They can be used as ready-to-use portable pumps for:

• Construction sites
• Basement wells  
• Fixed installations with control panel
• Pumping liquids, including abrasive ones

FDP IMPELLERS

• Open impeller  
• Double open impeller

FWS-FWC Series: Wastewater lift pumps
FGR Series: Pumps with grinder unit
FLV Series: Submersible wastewater lift pumps in Cast Iron in D.C.

Franklin Electric is pleased to announce the introduction of new submersible pumps for the drainage and lifting of wastewater and sewage. The electric submersible pumps are suitable for numerous applications in the domestic, municipal and industrial sectors.

• Pumping of clear non-loaded fluids
• Wastewater drainage
• Extraction of water from ponds, streams or pits
• Rainwater collection 

APPLICATIONS

• Emptying basements
• Garage / cellar drainage
• Emptying of flooded premises 

• Pumping of clear non-loaded fluids
• Wastewater drainage
• Lifting of clear water / wastewater 
• Extraction of water from ponds, streams or pits
• Rainwater collection

APPLICATIONS

• Domestic / Industrial grey water
• Pumping of industrial waste water
• Waste water pumping stations 
• Domestic sewage water pumping stations / mud drainage
• Emptying of flooded premises
• Drainage of apartment blocks and houses

FWS-FWC IMPELLERS

• Vortex impeller
• Single-channel impeller

• Pumping of clear non-loaded fluids
• Wastewater drainage
• Extraction of water from ponds, streams or pits 
• Rainwater collection

APPLICATIONS

• Civil and industrial sewage treatment plants
• Lift of sewage from apartment blocks and villas (without sewerage systems)
• Sewage of hotels and campsites  
• Food and paper industry

IMPELLERS

• Impeller with grinder unit

• Pumping of clear non-loaded fluids
• Wastewater drainage  
• Domestic / Industrial grey water extraction

APPLICATIONS

• Drying of water from road drain wells  
• Drainage of basements and sites without electric current 

 IMPELLERS

• Vortex impeller

Watch the new FWS-FWC series video and discover more about Submersible sewage pumps:

Dear customers

We are pleased to announce that Franklin Electric has acquired Hydropompe srl, a manufacturer of electric submersible pumps for the drainage and lifting of wastewater and sewage.

Hydropompe manufactures in Ponte delle Alpi (BL) / Italy and has more than forty years of experience in this sector.
We are glad that Hydropompe is now part of the Franklin Electric EMEA Group and completes our product portfolio with new drainage and wastewater solutions and enriches our know-how in the field of wastewater treatment.

The electric submersible pumps are suitable for numerous applications in the domestic, municipal and industrial sectors.

For further information please contact your Sales representative.

Kind regards,

Davide Perin
Vice-President, EMEA Commercial Director

FNC and FNE series soon available with brass impellers

In terms of continuous improvement, the design of some End suction centrifugal pumps will be enhanced shortly.
The material of the impeller will be changed from cast iron to brass.

This concerns the following pump types: 

• FNC 32 125
• FNE 32 125

Advantages:

• Improvement of the efficiency by reducing the weight at the shaft end
• Strength and reliability of our product even in slightly sandy water
• Optimization of spare parts stock 

As the two products are completely interchangeable, it will be a running change, probably starting from March 2023.
Initially, pumps in stock will be shipped with the current cast iron impeller design.

Kind regards,

Maurizio De Angelis
Product Manager