The pump that has now been presented by In-Fluid is magnetically driven. "Most pumps are driven by a diaphragm or peristaltic, which makes them pressure-dependent and susceptible to interference from air bubbles. And if there is an air bubble in the membrane, it can't be removed. This pump doesn't have that problem", says Wim, while demonstrating the continuous operation of the pump even if the water supply is interrupted. In-Fluid has a patent on the operating components.
The development came about thanks to government subsidies. The pump is controlled with a low voltage, so the risk of burning is minimal. In addition, the pump is chemically resistant, so that it's protected against different substances such as the ones in crop protection products.
The new pump is also equipped with Wi-Fi and track-and-trace so it can be fully integrated in a modern operating environment.
The pump that In-Fluid showed had a diameter of 1 inch. "We are also working on a version with a diameter of 2 inches, which will lend itself perfectly to modern greenhouse horticulture companies."
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