In water and wastewater infrastructure, managing fluid flow means ensuring system stability, reducing energy use, and protecting equipment over time. Pumps drive the entire process, and without proper control, they can introduce inefficiencies and potential failures.
This is where the AT24 UB AquaSync Low voltage industrial drive makes the difference. Designed specifically for variable-load pumping systems, it combines smart automation algorithms, robust hardware, and effortless setup, giving engineers full control over how water moves, reacts, and responds.
Smarter Pumping Starts with AquaSync
We can proudly proclaim that the AT24 UB AquaSync is a comprehensive pump control platform. It enhances every stage of system performance — from commissioning to daily operation — with features developed specifically for hydrodynamic applications.
Here’s how it tackles the real challenges faced by utilities and industrial operators:
Adaptive Control Logic
- Built-in PID Controller: Maintains stable pressure with up to 4 configurable setpoints, adapting to changing process conditions without operator input.
- Acceleration Profiles (Linear, S-shaped, U-shaped): Prevents pressure surges and water hammer by controlling how quickly the system ramps up or down.
- Automatic System Filling: Smooth startup mode avoids hydraulic shock in long or elevated pipelines.
- Resonance Frequency Avoidance: Users can set “no-go” speed zones to eliminate vibration damage from mechanical resonance.
Comprehensive Protection
- Dry Run and No-Flow Detection: Identifies pump starvation or closed valve scenarios and safely shuts down to prevent overheating.
- Overload Protection & Soft Check Valve Control: Protects against hydraulic impact at startup or stop.
- Automatic Fault Recovery: In the event of a sensor failure or abnormal condition, the drive switches to a backup mode, maintaining operation at a safe level.
- Self-Cleaning and Freeze Protection Modes: Maintain pump performance even in challenging environments.
Energy Efficiency Engineered In
Up to 90% of the pump system lifecycle cost comes from energy consumption. AquaSync addresses this with:
- Pump Voltage Optimization: Lowers voltage to the minimum required level based on load, reducing unnecessary power use.
- Sleep/Wake Function: Detects low-demand conditions and enters standby mode, instantly reactivating when needed.
- Calendar-Based Operation: Schedule pump activity to align with real process needs or utility tariffs.
Simplified Setup with Wireless Commissioning
The AT24 UB AquaSync is also built for ease of use:
- Wi-Fi connection in 10 seconds
- Step-by-step configuration Wizard – no need for manuals or deep programming knowledge
- Classic front panel with physical buttons for reliable on-site adjustments
Commissioning time can be cut to under 5 minutes, even for complex setups — a major win for integrators and field technicians.
Scalable Packages for Any Pump System
AquaSync is available in three functional tiers to suit any application:
- Basic Pump – standard PID, resonance avoidance, calendar modes, automatic fault recovery
- Advanced Pump – adds dry-run protection, freeze protection, system cleaning, and level control
- Smart Multi-Pump – coordinates up to 8 pumps over RS-485 with cascade control, load balancing, and automatic synchronization
VFDs are no longer just about controlling speed. The real value lies in the intelligence inside — the algorithms that understand how your system behaves and respond in real time.
With AquaSync, you control more than speed — you control pressure stability, wear reduction, and energy savings. It’s the kind of VFD water systems actually need.
