VSD payback periods tumble as electricity prices rise

  In 2021, the installation of ABB VSDs to improve energy efficiency provided a payback period of three years. This was acceptable as the savings would continue through the life of the installation. However, recent electricity price increases mean that for Severn Trent Water (STW) VSD payback periods tumble. STW is saving 15,000 kWh annually […]

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Getting efficient motor management right first time

  When thinking about where your business uses the most energy, it is estimated motor loads consume 60% of electrical energy used in industry. There are many ways to mitigate this, including installing VSDs for general motor loads. Yet, Schneider Electric reminds us that efficient motor management starts with the optimal design of your motor and electrical […]

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High efficiency drives could reduce global electricity consumption by 10%

In a new whitepaper, ABB reveals the potential for significant energy efficiency improvements in industry and infrastructure enabled by the latest high efficiency drives and motor systems. They call on governments and industry to speed up the adoption of the technology to help combat climate change. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), industry accounts […]

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