Many businesses overlook the fact they pay more for electricity depending on how it is used. The how depends on the type of electrical load as some loads have a poor power factor. Most electrical equipment, such as motors, compressors, welding sets, fluorescent and LED lighting create an inductive load on the supply. In most […]
For years, device makers have improved the performance of their factory automation product to differentiate them from competitors. A modern AC VSD is still a motor speed controller, but with added functionality and intelligence, they have become smart automation devices in the world of IIoT. The speed of industrial business is increasing all the time. […]
VSD functionality for IIoT The Internet of things is about connecting everyday equipment through the Internet. It allows people and devices to send and receive information (data) directly and to process instructions. It has many implications for producers, consumers alike. Manufacturing and commerce have similar requirements, although there are other factors to address. More […]
PLCs are popular in plant and machine automation because of their flexibility and reliability. In normal operation, PLCs are unlikely to fail, and it is possible to run a backup PLC if required. But how far do you go in backing up a reliable PLC control system? The engineer at one Severn Trent wastewater treatment […]
The second phase of the UK Government’s ESOS Energy Saving compliance programme is due in 2019. ESOS requires large companies to measure their total energy consumption and audit cost-effective energy saving opportunities. Schneider Electric is already prompting organisations to start thinking about their audits. But, it reminded me of an energy saving blog from their […]