Schneider Electric UK | Altivar 32 variable speed drives. The Altivar 32 variable speed drive from Schneider Electric UK provides high performance and improved connectivity, while reducing panel space, improving uptime and maximizing machine through-put. Its extra-slim, book-style design allows side-by-side mounting, as well as the direct attachment of a self-protected disconnect. The […]
ABB’s Drivebase app. uses QR codes to fix faults. ABB has announced version 2.0.0 of its Drivebase inverter drive app for Android and iOS. The new version includes a new look and feel along with improved user authentication and QR fault code analysis for troubleshooting/ faultfinding. Push notifications are now available and both German […]
ABB drives reduce chiller compressor running costs by £6k p.a. Poole’s Pies of Wigan, in the UK, employs 100 staff and can produce 200,000 meat pies a day, as well as 80,000 other puff pastry products. Since refrigeration systems typically run 24 hours, most fan and pump applications are potential […]
An Improved Approach for Connecting VSDs and Electric Motors When electric motors are connected with Variable Speed Drives, some precautions must be taken. Motor cable length can create short time over-voltage at the motor terminal. This phenomenon results in premature ageing of the motor winding insulation, and, if not properly designed, will lead to […]
Energy saving JX inverter drive from Omron UK. It is easy to assume that everyone knows the benefits of installing VSDs for energy saving. Once the domain of large motor users, increased energy costs mean it is now cost effective to install variable speed inverter drives inverter on smaller applications. […]