In this video we see how an ABB SynRM and variable speed drive package has lowered the energy use and reduced noise levels of a plastic extrusion line. For those unable to view the video with sound, the transcribe of the video is below: SynRM Drive Package Lowers Energy Use and Noise Levels on a … Continue reading →
When making any purchase, price clearly matters. However, when it comes to variable speed drives (VSDs) and electric motors, as ABB’s David Hughes explains, the price tag does not always reflect what is included with your purchase. There are many factors to consider when engaging a VSD and electric motor supplier. Reliability, efficiency and ease … Continue reading →
ABB make three ranges of inverters in the ACX580 range. They are the ACS580 which is aimed at the industrial market. The ACQ580 is aimed at the water industry market. The ACH580 is the range specifically made for the HVAC market. The ACH580 is ideally suited to the HVAC market; it comes in a range … Continue reading →
In this informative article, ABB Area Sales Manager, Stuart Ruskin talks us through the innovative ABB ACS880 Safe Torque Off feature. What is Safe Torque Off (STO)? Inverter drives control motor applications that sometimes need to be stopped in an emergency. Safety should always be a priority concern when designing a machine. To achieve the … Continue reading →
Not all low voltage motors are the same. With a wide range of different motor technologies on the market, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, choosing the most appropriate motor type for an application can pay strong dividends over the course of the motor’s lifetime. The four most widely used types of motor are: … Continue reading →
Regardless of the season or external conditions, variable speed drives help make HVAC applications efficient, safe and informative while providing high levels of comfort, control and safety. Here ABB’s Carl Turbitt takes a tour around a typical in plant and highlights the opportunities. 1 Cooling tower A cooling tower extracts waste heat into the atmosphere. … Continue reading →
ABB’s Carl Turbitt looks at seven very diverse opportunities offered by variable speed drives that he believes can significantly improve building services efficiency in 2020. Total cost of ownership As engineers, one of the most important challenges we face is the need to ensure that building services – whether they be an entire HVAC process … Continue reading →
As we have throughout the global pandemic, we are fully operational and here ready and able to support you. We specify, supply, install, commission, repair and service your variable speed drives. We are fully prepared to deal with any emergencies that may arise including: Breakdown response Telephone or email technical support Hire Drives Emergency Inverter … 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 →
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 →
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