We all know (or should do) the energy saving and process control benefits of using variable speed drives, but are you aware of how variable speed drives protects your assets? No? Well let us explain, Stuart Ruskin, ABB Area Sales Manager highlights how variable speed drives protects your assets: Variable speed drives can be used … Continue reading →
Under the Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme (ECA), businesses that purchase energy-saving plant or machinery can benefit from single-year capital allowances. Which means you can claim 100% tax relief on these purchases in the first year. However, time is running out as the scheme is due to end in April 2020. The Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme … Continue reading →
IDS Welcomes New ABB Area Sales Manager Stuart Ruskin: Stuart is the new Area Sales Manager with the ABB Drives Team and will be working closely with IDS as a part of our ABB VP status. As an ABB VP we work in partnership with ABB and enjoy levels of support not available to non-VPs. … Continue reading →
How Fast Can My Inverter Drive My Motor? This is a frequently asked question and the answer needs careful consideration. There are power and mechanical limits with a nod to the torque characteristics of a squirrel cage motor. The inverter itself is usually capable of providing the increased frequency. ABB inverters typically output 400Hz – … Continue reading →
Archimedean Screws are efficient, low-head, high-volume pumps that have been used for thousands of years. They are particularly useful for pumping liquids with high solids content. Previously it has been thought that inverter control of these Screws didn’t save energy, but we, at IDS have engineered a solution that does produce energy savings, as well … Continue reading →
Inverter Drive Systems Ltd Celebrate 20 Years: Founded in 1999 by Manging Director, Blaise Ford, Inverter Drive Systems Ltd (IDS) are celebrating 20 years! Focusing solely on inverter technology, East Midlands company IDS, specify, supply, install, commission, repair, upgrade, hire and service inverters. With solid foundations in the family run engineering company Wilson Ford Ltd, … Continue reading →
The first question to ask is: Is it worth it? Repairing Obsolete Variable Speed Drives: Obsolete drives are those that are no longer available to buy, there are no lifecycle services available and replacement parts can be very difficult to obtain. ABB drives are workhorses, they last and last, especially when they are well maintained. … Continue reading →
At IDS we have a wealth of inverter experience. We have been an ABB Partner for over 20 years and are used to supporting clients with a variety of inverter-controlled applications. In this article we look at the 3 most common faults on inverters and how to fix them: 1. Overvoltage and Undervoltage Overvoltage This … Continue reading →
There can be some confusion about inverter types – standard / 6-pulse, low harmonic, or regen drives. In this article, we explain the differences with their pros and cons. 6-Pulse Drives These are the most common type of inverter and they have a diode rectifier on the input. Advantages: Relatively cost effective Compact Efficient (around … Continue reading →
As we know, electrical and mechanical assets require service and maintenance to make sure they continue to run efficiently and to reduce the risk of failure. An inverter is no different. Just like your car or your central heating boiler inverters need to be serviced, maintained and updated. It is key to note that complying … Continue reading →
