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New GPM Booster sets with FDS – Franklin Digital System
We are pleased to introduce the new GPM/FDS booster sets series, designed for residential applications.
The GPM/FDS systems consist of two horizontal EH series multistage pumps with single-phase power supply, installed in parallel and equipped with the advanced FDS - Franklin Digital System control device. This cutting-edge technology enables precise regulation and reduction of both starting and output pressure, ensuring a stable and constant water flow.
KEY FEATURES
- Base with black protective coating
- FDS system featuring a digital display, electronic start pressure adjustment, and a communication module for automatic pump alternation
- Discharge ball valves directly connected to the FDS system
- Suction ball valves for optimal flow management
- Galvanized steel manifolds for enhanced durability and resistance
- Control and protection panel
Models available for immediate delivery:
Additional models are available upon request.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric representative.
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Improved design of 5" VN and VL pumps
The 5" pumps of the VN and VL series are now available in a new and improved design.
VN 5" close-coupled submersible electric pumps:
The VN pump is now entirely made of stainless steel and has drinking water approval as standard.
- Drinking water approved 07VB-F cable (blue) with Stainless steel cable gland
- Drinking water certifications according to NSF and ACS (from Q2/2025)
- SiC/SiC Mechanical seal (with drinking water approval)
- New design with micro-casted Stainless steel discharge head
VL 5" close-coupled in-line ports multistage electric pumps:
- Stainless steel cable gland
- Redesigned Stainless steel discharge head
The most common models are available in stock. There could be mixed deliveries in the phase out.
All models and prices can be found in the current 2025 price list.
For detailed product information visit our website and view the product catalog.
Please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric Sales contact.
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EH Multistage Pumps now available on FE Pump Selector
The complete range of EH Horizontal Multistage pumps 50 Hz up to 28 m³/h can now also be selected and dimensioned in the new Franklin Electric Pump Selector software.
The Franklin Electric Pump Selector allows to make selections and generates detailed data sheets for your pumping systems. You can access the tool on our website or directly on fele-selector.com.
Watch our tutorial video about the new Franklin Electric Pump Selector software on our YouTube channel: Franklin Electric EMENA Water - YouTube
Don’t hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric contact.
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DrivE-Tech Frequency drive improved redesign of frame size 1
Franklin Electric offers an improved design of the DrivE-Tech frequency drive in frame size 1:
- The new DrivE-Tech frame size 1 model has a more compact design.
- The ingress protection class of the enclosure design has been improved and now corresponds to IP66 and is now protected against dust and strong water jets.
- The previous LCD display has been replaced by a high-resolution and bright OLED screen.
- Simplified and compact installation of the frequency drive thanks to redesigned wall and motor mounting kits. These are suitable for both 230V and 400V models up to 4.0 kW.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with your Franklin Electric contact person.
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Hydropompe becomes Franklin Electric
HYDROPOMPE BECOMES FRANKLIN ELECTRIC
Following the acquisition of Hydropompe in 2023, as of October 1st, 2024, the company will be fully integrated into the Franklin Electric organization and merged into Franklin Electric S.R.L. As a result, product branding will also be unified and will be given the Franklin Electric logo.
Change to Franklin Electric labelling without product part numbers shifts
All nameplates and products will be labelled exclusively with the Franklin Electric logo from the production date of October 2024. This also applies to packaging, catalogs and brochures and affects wastewater pumps, grinders, low-voltage pumps and drainage pumps. Product part numbers in the price list remain unchanged.
Website closure
Please be informed that in a few months the old Hydropompe website will no longer be accessible, and all current product information are available on franklinwater.eu.
Please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric Sales contact.
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Pump Control and Protection Systems from Franklin Electric
Pump Control and Protection Systems from Franklin Electric
We are pleased to introduce a new range of devices for the automatic control and protection of pumps in residential and domestic water supplies. These new devices ideally match with Franklin Electric surface pumps such as the EH, EM, VL series as well as the VS4 submersible pumps and the 5″ VN and ES series.
All devices are included in the new 2024-2025 price list and are available on stock.
The new product range consists of:
RESISTART FM
Compact device for automatic control and pump protection with fixed start-up pressure
- Available in 2 versions:
o RESISTART FM15 with starting pressure range of 1.5 bar
o RESISTART FM22 with starting pressure range of 2.2 bar
- Automatic control and protection of the pump
- Replaces conventional systems such as hydrosphere, pressure switch, check valve or level switch
- More compact
- No periodic maintenance
- Power supply: 1.5 kW
RESIMATIC ART
Compact device for automatic control and pump protection with adjustable start-up pressure
- Adjustable restart pressure between 1.5 and 3 bar (SET model)
- Automatic control and protection of the pump
- Replaces conventional systems such as hydrosphere, pressure switch, check valve or level switch
- More compact
- No periodic maintenance
- Power supply: 1.5 kW
FAS - Franklin Analogic System
Automatic device for reducing and regulating start-up and output pressure, ensuring the stable maintenance of pump pressure
- Analogic manometer
- Adjustment and stabilization of outlet pressure, prevention of overloads and water hammer
- Improved ease of use
- Manual adjustment of the outlet pressure between 2 and 6 bar
- No periodic maintenance
- Power supply: 2.2 kW
FDS – Franklin Digital System
Automatic device for reducing and regulating start-up and output pressure, ensuring the stable maintenance of pump pressure
- Digital display and digital adjustment of the cut-in pressure
- Overload protection
- Suitable for pressure boosting systems due to communication mode for 2 pumps
- Adjustment and stabilization of the outlet pressure, prevention of overloads and water hammer
- Improved ease of use
- Manual adjustment of the outlet pressure between 2 and 6 bar
- No periodic maintenance
- Power supply: 2.2 kW
Please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric Sales contact.
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PT100 Sensor Re-Design – for Franklin Electric Submersible Standard Motors
PT100 Sensor Re-Design – for Franklin Electric Submersible Motors
Franklin Electric is pleased to announce the release of the redesigned PT100 temperature sensor for use with 6" to 12" submersible motors.
The new PT100 temperature sensor is equipped with a 4-wire shielded supply cable, available in various lengths, adding additional protection against high frequency disturbances which can occur in applications with variable frequency drives.
The enclosed adaptor screw only needed for installation in 6" and 8" encapsulated standard and permanent magnet motors is now separated from the PT100 sensor allowing for an easy, quick and secure installation.
New kit part numbers for 6" – 12" rewindable motors will be released soon.
Features of the new design:
- easy, quick and secure installation
- a shielded cable (can be installed close to the motor cable)
- quick and easy to replace
PT100 sensor retrofit kits from Franklin Electric come with complete instructions and allow for easy field installation.
Do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric contact person directly if you have any questions.
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WRAS certificate update for VN-ES and VL 5" pumps
We are pleased to announce that the WRAS certificate for drinking water has been extended for VN-ES and VL 5" pumps until March 2028.
WRAS certification attests to our commitment to offering products that not only excel in performance, but also ensure the safest drinking water supply.
For more information about the products and their WRAS codes, our sales representatives are at your disposal.
You can download the certificate here.
Please do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric Sales contact.
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EV Vertical Multistage pumps now available on Franklin Electric Pump Selector
EV VERTICAL MULTISTAGE PUMPS NOW AVAILABLE ON
The complete range of EV Vertical Multistage pumps 50 Hz up to 115 m³/h can now also be selected and dimensioned in the new Franklin Electric Pump Selector software.
The Franklin Electric Pump Selector allows to make selections and generates detailed data sheets for your pumping systems.
You can access the tool on our website or directly on fele-selector.com.
Watch our tutorial video about the new Franklin Electric Pump Selector software on our YouTube channel:
Franklin Electric EMENA Water - YouTube
Don’t hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric contact.
Intermediate bearing for high pressure EH pumps
INTERMEDIATE BEARING FOR HIGH PRESSURE EH PUMPS
We are pleased to announce that for some models of EH Horizontal multistage pumps, equipped with a high number of impellers, we will introduce a reinforced intermediate stage.
This intermediate stage incorporates an additional silicon carbide bearing that allows to strength the pump structure when working in harsh conditions, typical of some industrial applications.
EH product family enriches its features becoming more and more versatile.
UPDATED MODELS
- EH3 and EH5: from 6 stages onwards
- EH9: from 5 stages onwards
Part numbers and prices of the mentioned models will not change.
New models will be available from the 1st of June 2024.
Do not hesitate to contact your Franklin Electric contact.