IDS are ABB Inverter specialists. We specify, install, commission, repair, service and hire variable speed drives.
Electric motors power much of the infrastructure and industry around us. They move water, circulate air, drive conveyors, run compressors and support countless manufacturing processes. But in many systems, those motors are doing more work than they need to. A standard AC motor connected directly to the mains supply naturally runs at a near-fixed speed. […]
Modern drive systems play a central role in controlling motors safely and efficiently across industrial and infrastructure applications. As these systems have become more advanced, so too have the safety functions built into them. One of the most important of these is Safe Torque Off (STO) a feature designed to prevent motors from producing torque […]
Innovation in the UK water industry is often associated with new assets, new plant and major infrastructure projects. However, one of the biggest opportunities for improvement lies not in replacement, but in getting more from what is already installed. With regulatory pressure increasing and customer bills under scrutiny, water companies are required to deliver reliable, […]
Did you know your pump may not be operating at peak efficiency unless it’s clean? This article is particularly relevant for water and wastewater operators, treatment works managers, and maintenance teams responsible for pump performance, reliability and energy efficiency. Within the water industry, it has become increasingly common to run pumps on Variable Speed Drives […]
IDS Open Day – 9th September 2025 Explore Energy-Saving Technology, Drive Innovation & the Hitachi’s Grid Components Roadshow We’re excited to invite you to the IDS Open Day, taking place on Tuesday 9th September 2025, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at IDS, Ilkeston. Building on the huge success of last years’ inaugural open day, this year’s […]
We are delighted to share with you the latest agenda for ABB’s variable speed drive webinars for 2025–2026. Developed by experts from ABB Motion, these webinars are designed to share knowledge and best practices with industry professionals. The series covers a broad range of topics, from an introduction to variable speed drives, through to condition […]
A Comprehensive Solution for Machinery Applications When it comes to machinery applications, efficiency and reliability are paramount. The ABB ACS380 variable speed drive stands out as a robust and versatile solution designed to meet the demanding needs of various industries. At Inverter Drive Systems (IDS), we pride ourselves on offering cutting-edge technology, and the ACS380 […]
Anglian Water was facing challenges with their inlet screws, which consumed between 4,000 and 5,500 kWh per day due to reliability issues. These screws were manually operated to mitigate these issues, leading to higher energy consumption. Each screw operated continuously, using soft starters for 24 hours a day. Project Initiation Anglian Water approached IDS to […]
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 […]
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, […]
