IChemE Awards 2007

Hydra-Cell pumps ‘Highly Commended' in IChemE Awards 2007

Wanner Engineering Inc. won notable recognition for its Hydra-Cell Metering Solutions programme when the Institution of Chemical Engineers held its annual Gala Awards Dinner at the Hilton Metropole Hotel in London on October 25 2007.

Wanner's submission for the AMEC Award for Innovation and Excellence in SMEs was ‘Highly Commended' by the judges - bringing Wanner International MD, Paul Davis, to the platform to receive an award for his company's achievement from AMEC's London-based operations director, Alan McClean.

Wanner's entry had been one of six chosen from a worldwide field - each participant claiming an innovative solution to challenges within the process industries. The shortlisted entries were in fields as diverse as stem cell production, wireless network technology and ultrasonic water metering.

Hydra-Cell metering pumps are characterised by electronic VFD flow control and a uniquely compact design, with multiple diaphragms in a single pump head (giving exceptionally smooth delivery). The pumps are seal-less, overcoming environmental and safety issues. The package adds up to ‘the first major advance in metering pump technology in a generation,' with potential for substantial cost saving over a wide range of metering applications.

"Metering pumps are vital to the process industries," said Paul Davis, "but not always regarded as being at the forefront of process innovation. So we were pleased to make the shortlist, and specially proud to emerge from such a talented group of innovators with tangible recognition of our work."

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