In mid-2002, Flowtronex PSI introduced a revolutionary new pumping system technology tool named ?EUR??,,????'??Configurator?EUR??,,????'?? to its Landscape division?EUR??,,????'???s specifiers, landscape architects, representatives and sales personnel. This Internet-based project development tool slashes the time required to specify and configure pumping systems for applications from 10 to 900 gpm.

Dallas, Texas, based Flowtronex PSI began manufacturing irrigation pumping systems and modular systems in 1974. Flowtronex designs and manufactures skid-mounted, prefabricated pump and control packages for residential, commercial and turf applications. Systems, which range in size from 10 to 3,300 GPM, feature solid design, precision manufacturing, rigorous testing and strict quality control. They arrive on-site ready for immediate operation. Customers connect the power, couple the intake and discharge, and turn on the system.

According to Flowtronex President Emil Gram the Configurator offers the fastest, easiest and most efficient method to accurately configure and manage a pumping system project in the industry.

The Configurator allows users to generate accurate pump station proposals, drawings and specifications in minutes by logging onto a password protected Web site. The Configurator poses questions to ensure that all pertinent information is garnered before a proposal is issued. This eliminates costly mistakes while generating complete proposals including all necessary drawings, price estimates and specifications. There is no cost or obligation when using the tool, which can be seen at www. flowtronex.com/config.

?EUR??,,????'??It?EUR??,,????'???s virtually impossible to make a mistake while entering data because the Configurator alerts a user of any discrepancies that will produce incorrect flow or pressure requirements,?EUR??,,????'?? said Flowtronex Landscape Division National Sales Director John Swindle. ?EUR??,,????'??Once the process is complete, all necessary drawings, price estimates and specifications are generated.?EUR??,,????'??

The overwhelming response by landscape and turf industry professionals for the ?EUR??,,????'??Configurator?EUR??,,????'?? project management system has exceeded the company?EUR??,,????'???s expectations. After only seven months, response to the Internet-based tool resulted in 1,140 hits on the site, with 316 worksheets produced that represented over $5.5 million in pump systems.

?EUR??,,????'??Collaboration is key to keeping project team members on the same page at every stage of pump station development,?EUR??,,????'?? Swindle said. ?EUR??,,????'??With this technology, every project manager can have the latest critical data at their fingertips, regardless of their location or time zone, to completely configure and manage a project.?EUR??,,????'??