Retrofit of Controls at Ulbrich on Steel Rolling Mill Increases Power Factor from 0.2 to 1.0
Advanced motors and drives replace old equipment, with estimated total cost of upgrade being recouped in less than two years of energy savings alone, thanks to regenerative drive technology from SiemensÂ-   Most coil steel companies spend considerable time repairing and replacing their line equipment, owing to all the factors one would expect in the heavy-duty world of coil...
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Hybrid Drives feature NEMA 4X enclosure.
Housed in NEMA 4X/IP65 die-cast aluminum enclosure with hinged cover, Model KBAC-217 is rated 5 hpÂ- and operates from 230 Vac line, while Model KBAC-416 is rated 10 hp and operates from 460 Vac line. Both units are watertight for indoor and outdoor use. S-suffix models contain factory-installed On/Off AC Line Switch, which is equipped with mechanical interlock that prevents drive...
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Slash your Parking Garage Energy Bills by Downshifting your Exhaust Fans Using Demand Control Ventilation Systems
Having a parking garage in your apartment or commercial building is very convenient and it will make your tenants happy. At the same time it will probably drive your utility bill way up. In a large office building and/or mixed-use development, parking garage ventilation can represent 30% or greater of the property’s total annual energy bill, consuming upwards of 400,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) per...
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IE4-Rated EC Motor features integrated VFD.
Featuring IE4 Super Premium efficiency rating, U.S. MOTORS® brand 3–10 hp Electronically Commutated Motor is integrated with tuned Variable Frequency Drive. Brushless permanent magnet motor and drive are designed with ferrite magnets rather than rare earth magnets and have integrated user interface for setup. Design eliminates cabling between motor and separate control while minimizing...
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Glass vs. Plastic: Benefits of Using Glass Components in Biotechnology, Medical Device, Point-of-Care & Pharmaceutical Industries
This white paper from Accu-Glass outlines the various properties that make glass such an attractive option for a diverse range of medical-related applications.
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Simply Practical. Simply Good Drive Selector App Enjoys Growing Polarity
For some time, it has been apparent that mobile apps have been spreading more and more across the industrial environment and have become a popular medium among users. One special feature in this field is the variable frequency drive app for the easy selection of all necessary components from the respective corporate portfolio. The online selection is always up-to-date, available in many different...
Read More »Daishinku (KDS) and SiTime Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement
SUNNYVALE, Calif. - SiTime Corporation, a MEMS and analog semiconductor company and a wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6875), today announced a strategic partnership with Daishinku Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6962), a leading manufacturer and seller of quartz crystal devices and resonators. This partnership brings together two industry leaders with...
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Parker Hannifin Extends Range of AC10 VFD to 250 HP
Charlotte, NCÂ- – The Parker AC10 Variable Frequency Drive, a simple, reliable and economical AC motor speed control, is now available through 250 HP. With features normally only associated with higher specification drives, including sensorless vector mode, output frequency up to 590Hz, and a full 150% overload at 0.5 Hz for 1 minute, AC10 provides an optimized solution for machine...
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Variable Frequency Drive comes in IP66/NEMA 4X models.
Supplied in dust- and water-resistant housing for harsh environments, Model AC10 features output frequency up to 590 Hz and full 150% overload at 0.5 Hz for 1 minute. Auto-tuning sensorless vector mode takes drive beyond simple V/Hz control, allowing users to benefit from drive's 0.5% speed and 5% torque accuracy. Available through 20 hp, UL-listed drive will run either AC induction or...
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Bonfiglioli and System Logistics S.p.A Partner on Modula, a High-performing, Automatic Warehouse Storage Solution with Different Product Lines That Optimise Space and Increase Efficiency and Productivity
System Logistics S.p.A is a very innovative firm in the industrial automation sector, with a presence in over 20 countries. The company designs and produces machines and complete systems for handling goods inside company/production distribution systems. Modula is the business line of System Logistics that consists of automatic mobile storage systems with trays that save 90% of ground space....
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Enclosed, Variable-Speed AC Drive has compact design.
NEMA 1 and NEMA 12 variations ofÂ- EMC-approved NXC Drive are available with standard diode front end or active front end when requirements call for low harmonics/capability of regenerating 100% of power back to incoming line. Designed for accessibility to relays, auxiliary terminals, and other equipment, control compartment also provides space for connecting power cables and...
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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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