VFD Technology Replaces Inefficient Start/Stop Pump Control System to Ensure Clean Water Supply
Replacing an inefficient start-stop transformer-based control with a variable frequency drive (VFD) on a high-powered water pump has produced 36 percent savings in energy costs within weeks of installation. As a result, the Invertek Drives Optidrive P2 VFD has also significantly cut pump downtime and maintenance costs. ENACAL, the government-owned Nicaraguan Company of Aqueducts and Sewers,...
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New Warranty Fortifies Reliability for Water and Wastewater Municipalities
ABB demonstrates its commitment to reliability with new optional ten-year warranty on standard, dedicated Water and Wastewater VFDs. This optional warranty, which includes damage from lightning and other electrical anomalies, is now available on ABB's ACQ580 series of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and covers all standard products, including ultra-low harmonic (ULH) drives, standard panels,...
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Commander Drives: Now with Free Five-Year Warranty
Control Techniques has launched a free, five-year warranty for its Commander range of general-purpose drives. Anyone who purchases a drive from the Commander range will now be able to register to extend the products’ warranty from two years to five, at no extra cost. The new offer relates to the Commander C200 and C300 – general purpose drives designed for ease of setup and installation. The...
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New Optidrive P2 Combined with IP55 Enclosure
Provides 150% overload for 60 seconds as standard which ensures it is suitable for all heavy-duty applications. Capable of working in some of the harshest environmental conditions, including those in the marine sector. Benefits include dedicated hoist mode operation with motor holding brake control algorithm.
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Understanding OSHA Citations and Staying Compliant
This white paper will individually examine the most common OSHA topics, give solutions on how to meet OSHA workplace standards, and provide a checklist to check your own company's compliance.
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Optidrive E3 Helps Keep Haji Pilgrims Cool at Kuala Lumpur Airport Assembly Area
Six giant roof fans that help keep pilgrims travelling to Mecca from Malaysia cool during their transfer in Kuala Lumpur are being controlled by Invertek Drives Optidrive E3 variable frequency drives. Up to 10,000 pilgrims can be travelling at any one time through the Tabung Haji Pilgrim Assembly Point Terminal Klia close to Kuala Lumpur Airport before flying to Mecca.The open-air hall has six...
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Global Leader in Artificial Grass Turns to Invertek Drives for Energy and Cost Savings
One of the world’s leaders in the development and manufacture of artificial grass surfacing has turned to Invertek Drives Ltd to help reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. TenCate Grass is a specialist in synthetic turf fibres and components used to produce artificial grass surfaces for sport, leisure and landscaping uses. Its products are used at sports venues, commercial and residential...
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New Frequency Inverters Available in a Power Range from 0.25 to 5.5 kW
SK 530P features SD card slot, USB interface, encoder interface and the possibility of expansion via an SK CU5 module. Slim design saves space in control cabinets and enables side-by-side installation. Operates either open-loop or closed-loop and operate both synchronous and asynchronous motors.
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Invertek Helps Produce Clean Drinking Water in UAE Through Desalination System
A need to produce potable water for the residents of an island in the United Arab Emirates resulted in Invertek Drives Optidrive Eco variable frequency drive (VFD) being used as part of the reverse osmosis seawater desalination system. The system was needed at Al Fattan Island, a private development in the UAE, where no mains water was available. Using seawater and purifying it was the only...
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Invertek's Continued Innovation in VFD Technology will be Showcased at Hannover Messe 2019
The latest innovation in variable frequency drive technology developed by Invertek Drives will be demonstrated at Hannover Messe 2019 (Hall 14, Stand K11 – 1-5 April 2019). A global leader in VFD design and manufacturing, UK-based Invertek will include the latest IP66/NEMA 4X outdoor rated sizes 2 and 3 introduced to its Optidrive Eco range, as well as previewing the outdoor rated P2 VFD high...
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New FR-A800-R2R Variable Frequency Drive Equipped with Tension Sensorless Torque Control and Tension Sensor Feedback Speed Control
Eliminates the need for a tension controller for tension feedback torque control results in overall cost savings of the system. Utilizes a built-in PLC to satisfy application needs. Ideal for end users and machine designers looking for an optimized control solution for continuous roll-to-roll processing.
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TPA Motion Introduces Industry's First Compact Robotic Positioner for Medical Devices
TPA Motion's microplate handling robots are designed specifically for medical instruments and lab automation devices. Check out the video to learn more.
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