Small drives and motors with a power output of up to 4kW are frequently used in control technology and machine design. In the process, sometimes both directions (forward/reverse) need to be controlled and the drives have to be protected against possible errors.
Simple, safe operation, improved performance and compact design were the main focus during the development of the Mitsubishi FR-D700-SC frequency inverter. A drive was created that set standards in the field of compact drives.
Variable speed drive (VSD) manufacturers are moving away from offering multiple options and add-ins to their core product according to REO UK.
Variable speed drives from Control Techniques are the drives of choice for drying and coating lines at Blackburn-based Phoenix Dryers.
The Sirius 3RR24 current monitoring relay for IO-Link enhances the switching technology portfolio of the Siemens Industry Automation Division.
Eaton’s Electrical Sector is expanding its range of ZEB electronic overload relays with the addition of the new 175A series. Like previous devices in the ZEB range, the 175A devices ensure motor protection for different starting characteristics such as CLASS 10A, 10, 20 and 30.
190,000 kWh of electricity saved per season by installing Danfoss VLT® drives on the Vikings River Splash attraction at LEGOLAND®
Danfoss VLT Drives has released a complete engineering guide containing all the aspects related to the design of VSD applications in project engineering and facility management.
Machine builders must strive constantly to improve their competitiveness. Servo driven systems are often a significant item in their build expenditure with high costs to purchase, install and commission.
A factor that is slowing the take-up of energy saving technology is the reluctance for companies to invest, even though the payback times are usually short. However for some types of machinery, designers can incorporate drives that reduce running costs by up to 30%, without additional costs.