In the meantime, while they wait for natural snowfall the ski resorts are able to utilize Snowmakers to protect their tracks for the whole season. Air conditioning systems the ski resorts use be a major energy consuming source.

The pumps used in these systems must remain reliable, energy efficient, and durable. KSB offers automation solutions to record operating data and optimize the pumps’ energy efficiency.

Snowmaking in ski resorts

The ski resorts can stay open throughout the season and open only at certain hours and have the top terrain for top freestyle as well as alpine skiers. The infrastructure is complex and comprises water pipes fans, water pumps, compressed air, or alternative technologies such as “airless” fan guns.

These processes are made more complicated by outdoor temperature, humidity as well as the pattern of wind. The ideal snow formation occurs when the drops of water cool down by outside air that is dry and wind aids in dispersing their snow onto the slopes.

It is also dependent upon the employees who run it. In BBMR the team of experts which includes many who have been on the team for 20 years or more is responsible for ensuring that operations at the resort run effortlessly and efficiently for guests. They’re the key to creating an unforgettable skiing experience. They are also working to reduce the environmental footprint by utilizing newer and less energy-intensive technologies like the climate smart snowmaking technique.

Pumping systems for winter sports

In winter, when the mountains, resorts depend on snowmaking machines for the production of enough snow to make skiing possible. The equipment is complex and require a significant amount of energy. An efficient design and plan for the pipes’ supply system is necessary to ensure a smooth operations.

The snowmaking pumps, as an example typically come with water cooling towers that reduce the temperature of water and increase their efficiency. Energy efficiency is also important when choosing the correct air compressors that will power the air system.

KSB’s flowmeters, controls and sensors provide a complete solution for monitoring, controlling and optimizing the energy efficiency of snowmaking pumps. From the pump station to snow guns, the whole system is carefully pre-planned down to the smallest detail by the specialists at DEMACLENKO. Experts from DEMACLENKO design the complete system and make sure to select the appropriate size pumps, discharge air pressures, and controls/starters. This increases the usage as well as the energy efficiency of machine. Moreover, KSB’s energy-efficient pumps can help reduce the operating costs of snowmaking equipment.

Latest snow guns and pumping technology.

Similar to most ski resorts, Tussey Mountain had trouble making enough snow to open on time. It was primarily due to water pressure, but the real issue was the volume. The piping and pumps were not able to supply the volume needed for snowmaking.

In-built snow guns are distinct from fan guns in that water and the air combine inside the gun. A pump is used to atomize water into a pipe. The water is infused with an active protein, such as Snomax for the purpose of enhancing conversion of water into snow.

The tu dieu khien bom is then able to draw in the mixture of water and air through an air unit, usually a large electric or diesel industrial compressor that is the size of trucks or vans. This reduces the heat needed to melt the water that is atomized. This allows snow to be produced at temperatures slightly above freezing. This improves production efficiency and allows ski areas to operate with lower air humidity levels.

Energy-efficient snowmaking pumps

KSB Pumps save energy through the use of highly-efficient motors. They are made from durable materials with large casings, which makes them reliable in the operations of snowmaking. Through intelligent automation, they ensure optimal use of energy regardless of the weather conditions.

For snowmaking to be successful it is essential to set the temperature right at the nozzles. It is essential to control the temperature precisely, that is possible through sophisticated systems like ATASSpro.

In recent years, ski resorts have made investments in equipment that are more efficient in energy and is environmentally friendly. Modern and efficient nozzles produce smaller crystals and require less air and water per cubic meters. However, the pumps used to are responsible for delivering this water to snow guns should become more efficient as well.

These crucial infrastructure elements can improve sustainability in ski areas, even though they’re not as well-known as snow guns. This is the case especially if the system is using KSB pumps. These pipes may reduce energy usage by as much up to 20% when compared with older rougher pipe.