Pivot Series Control Panels with Zoeller
CHAPTER SUMMARY
Chapter 1: Introduction to Pivot Control Panels
Key Takeaways:
- The webinar focuses on Zoeller’s Pivot control panels, a product integrated with ATS SpecTool.
- Pivot panels offer significant advantages over traditional control panels, which are discussed later in the presentation.
- The session is recorded and questions can be submitted through the chat.
Chapter 2: Why Zoeller Makes Control PanelsÂ
Key Takeaways:
- Zoeller is vertically integrated, meaning they control the entire manufacturing process, from pumps to electronics.
- This allows them to maintain control over product development and innovation, preventing competitors from copying their designs.
- In-house production protects Zoeller’s innovations.
Chapter 3: Pivot vs. Traditional Panels
Key Takeaways:
- Traditional panels are simple, mechanical, and require extensive customization, leading to long wait times.
- Pivot panels leverage modern electronics to integrate many previously optional features as standard, reducing SKUs from 3600 to just over 100.
- Pivot panels maintain a competitive price point despite the increased functionality.
Chapter 4: Key Features and Functionality of Pivot ProÂ
Key Takeaways:
- Pivot Pro panels (the more advanced version) have an LCD menu for easy configuration and access to information.
- They offer advanced features like seal fail and thermal alarms, and integrate with Zoeller’s Z-Control cloud system.
- Both Pivot and Pivot Pro include dry contacts for BAS system integration, though Z-Control is only available with Pivot Pro.
Chapter 5: Diagnostics and Problem Solving
Key Takeaways:
- Pivot panels offer comprehensive diagnostics, providing detailed information about issues beyond simple high-water alarms.
- They address common problems like forgotten “off” settings by providing alarms after a set time.
- They detect and alert the user to issues like continuous pump runs, overloads, and seal failures.
Chapter 6: Demonstration and Z-Control Interface
Key Takeaways:
- A live demonstration shows the features of a three-phase Pivot Pro panel.
- The panel’s smart functionality is highlighted, such as detecting issues even with a stuck float switch.
- The Z-Control interface (web and mobile app) allows for remote monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Chapter 7: ATS SpecTool Integration
Key Takeaways:
- The ATS SpecTool simplifies the selection of pumps and panels, reducing guesswork and errors.
- The tool includes a panel selection guide for Zoeller pumps.
- It integrates the Zoeller pump sizing tool and manufacturer cut sheets for easy product selection and configuration.
