What is it Harmonic Distortion and where does it come from?

For this blog article we are delighted to have George Dodwell, ABB Water Framework Manager – South, explain harmonic distortion and where it comes from: When we look at harmonic distortion (most often known simply as “harmonics”), I feel it’s best to start at the beginning and understand what it is and how it is generated. We will also discuss why harmonics are potentially an issue and why they can cause problems with an electrical…