The Imo TX2020 is an intelligent concept pump with the ability to monitor its performance, adjust to changing conditions and order its own replacement parts — all without human supervision. The TX2020 rotary positive-displacement, three-screw pump continually monitors flowrate, pressure, liquid viscosity and energy consumption. If it determines adjustment is necessary to maintain flow, it can change speed or heat the liquid, to lower its viscosity. Software includes a preventive maintenance calendar and — based on foreseen needs or detected problems — the ability to determine which parts need replacement and issue a purchase order for them. — Colfax Corp., Richmond, Va.
This pump is smart enough to order its own replacement parts
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