The use of high pressure washdowns to clean equipment is standard practice in many food and beverage facilities. However, when it comes to electric motors, this can present challenges. ABB’s Luciano Santos looks at what is needed to maintain hygiene without compromising on productivity or reliability. Food production and hygiene are inseparable and handling equipment, … Continue reading →
When it comes to efficiency, if you were to put a synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) head-to-head against an equivalent induction or permanent magnet motor the former will easily come out on top. Yet, despite this and many other advantages, SynRM remains far from ubiquitous in industry. Dave Hawley, General Manager for Motors & Generators, ABB, … Continue reading →
Low voltage electric motors power a wide variety of applications, in almost every aspect of industrial life. From Heating and Ventilation systems, pumps, fans, grinders, compressors, conveyors, mixers, the application list is almost endless. We know the importance of maintaining these workhorses, but what if you knew the condition of each motor on your site, … Continue reading →
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