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ABB Variable Speed Drive Training Webinars 2023-2024

We are pleased to announce the new ABB variable speed drive webinar agenda for 2023-2024. The experts at ABB have created these webinars with the intention of sharing knowledge and best practices. The webinar topics run from; an introduction to variable speed drives, through to condition monitoring and specific topics like PID, harmonics, variable speed drives in borehole and submersible pump applications, how inverters can help towards Net Zero and our own course which…

ABB IE5 SynRM Increased Safety Motors

In a leap towards integrating top-tier energy efficiency with enhanced safety, ABB has introduced its IE5 SynRM (Synchronous Reluctance Motor) Increased Safety motors. This innovation marks ABB as the world’s first manufacturer to blend IE5 ultra-premium efficiency with heightened safety features, designed specifically for hazardous areas. This article explores how these motors offer not only significant energy savings and reduced emissions but also assure safety and reliability across various industries. Combining Efficiency and Safety ABB’s…

IDS Celebrates 25 Years in Business

As we celebrate a quarter of a century in business, there has never been a better excuse to appreciate just how far we have come. In this commemorative article we look back at how IDS started, our notable achievements and celebrate the people that have made it all possible. 1924 – Blaise’s grandfather, Arthur Ford set up a business to connect Nottinghamshire villages to the new grid. He met a man called Wilson who had the…

IDS Celebrates 25 Years with a Technology, Sustainability and Innovation Day at ABB’s Coalville Engineering Facility

As a part of our 25th Workversary celebrations, Inverter Drive Systems (IDS) are hosting a pair of Technology, Sustainability and Innovation Days on the 3rd and 4th of July at the ABB Motion Coalville engineering facility. These events promise to showcase the strides IDS has made in the industry over the last 25 years, showcasing the sustainability and technological advancements and how our own innovative use of ABB technology has been successfully applied throughout various…

IDS Proudly Sponsors Keyworth U7 Reds

Fostering Community and Team Spirit At Inverter Drive Systems (IDS), we believe in the power of community and the significant role sports play in fostering teamwork, discipline and a healthy competitive spirit. That’s why we are thrilled to be sponsoring the Keyworth U7 Reds, a vibrant and promising young football team based in Nottinghamshire. The Keyworth U7 Reds are making their debut in the YEL East Midlands Saturday League this season and the enthusiasm and…

Growing Our Commitment to the Planet

At IDS, we believe in taking actionable steps towards combating climate change and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. It’s with great pride that we share our latest news in this ongoing journey – a modest contribution to the reforestation and marine life regeneration efforts spearheaded by JustOne Tree. Planting Hope, One Tree at a Time Our recent donation to JustOne Tree has facilitated the planting of an additional 170 trees, bringing the total…

How Variable Speed Drives help towards Net Zero

As our world accelerates towards a more sustainable future, the significance of variable speed drives (VSDs) in our journey to net zero cannot be overstated. Currently, electric motors are the powerhouse behind over 45% of global electricity consumption. By 2040, their numbers are projected to double, placing energy efficiency at the forefront of the global agenda. Contents: The Net Zero Challenge The Role of Energy Efficiency Industry’s Inefficiency The Efficiency of VSDs: Harnessing Technology for…

An Archimedean Screw Saves 8.2% Energy

Severn Trent Water are saving 14 tonnes of CO2 per annum by applying an inverter to an Archimedean Screw. Blaise Ford from IDS worked with Bill Edwards and Lee Tuckwell from Severn Trent Water, to apply inverter technology to an Archimedean Screw. At the Severn Trent Water Netheridge site there are three Archimedes screws, Duty/Assist/Stand-by, 110kW, star delta starting with two 20 year old motors and a recently installed IE3 motor on screw Pump No1….

The Benefits of Running a Motor Slower for Longer

In an age where energy efficiency and cost reduction are paramount, businesses are increasingly seeking innovative ways to curtail energy consumption. A significant yet often overlooked strategy is the adoption of variable speed drives (VSDs) in motor operations. This article delves into the benefits of running a motor slower for longer, with the help of Variable Speed Drives. Reduced Energy Consumption Operating motors at slower speeds for longer periods is a straightforward yet effective method…

Backing Up An ABB Variable Speed Drive

Like all tasks, the process of backing up an ABB Variable Speed Drive is a straightforward process, when you know how. In this video, IDS General Manager, Matt Handley, talks us through how to back up an ABB drive. In case you can’t listen to the video, or you prefer to follow a written guide, we have transcribed the video contents below: Backing Up An ABB Variable Speed Drive Using our demo rig, IDS General…

ABB Energy Optimiser

Variable speed drives are synonymous with energy saving (click here if you need a reminder how drives save energy), but did you know there is an additional function within ABB Drives that will give you energy savings without reducing power? Watch this video from IDS’ Blaise Ford to find out how to activate the ABB Energy Optimiser (also known as Flux Optimisation) and how much energy this function saves, all without a drop in power!…