Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Variable Frequency Drives",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Guide compares drives and soft starters from
Danfoss Drives, which we summarised at the time by saying "Comprehensive and fully illustrated guide features variable frequency drives and soft starters for industrial applications".
Several months prior to that,
we featured the news release Master network added to drives from
WEG Electric Motors (UK): "WEG's PLC-2 card equips the CFW-09 drives for general digital control tasks, and for advanced positioning and synchronisation applications".
In May 2007, we covered the news from Danfoss Drives
concerning its Danfoss Drives' VLT AutomationDrive
- take a look at Variable frequency drive range extended
which says: "A modular design allows the VLT AutomationDrive to handle every motor control requirement from a single product platform".
Take a look also at the news release from SKF UK, Bearings need protection from electric currents,
as well as Machinery health transmitter has easy interface from Emerson Process Management,
and VLT AutomationDrive Available In 40 HP to 60 HP from Danfoss Drives.
See also:
Motion profile boosts industrial Ethernet standard
(May 2006)
The CIP Motion Drive Profile establishes the technical foundation for the implementation of multi-axis, synchronised motion control on EtherNet/IP
Drive software estimates harmonics
(April 2006)
Software calculates harmonics for installing variable frequency drives, providing accurate estimations of current and voltage harmonic distortion under varying supply and filtering conditions
Digital motor relays for protection and control
(March 2006)
A comprehensive range of digital protection relays to protect motors from abnormal conditions in the power supply, faults in the cable and problems in the motor itself is now available from Softstart
High power drives shrink to half size
(February 2006)
A new high power platform is designed for VLT 5000 Series, VLT 4000 Series, VLT 6000 HVAC Series and VLT 8000 Aqua Series variable frequency drives
More power to variable frequency drives
(July 2005)
A new design extends the product range of the VLT 5000 Series and provides increased flexibility, cost-effectiveness and reliability
Compact format for drives up to 350hp
(July 2005)
New compact enclosures provide a complete control solution in nearly any industrial, HVAC or water and wastewater application that uses variable frequency drives for machine and process control
Sensor promises precision power measurement
(May 2005)
The new UPC-E power sensor manufactured by Load Controls (USA) is designed for precision process monitoring and control, in particular where inverter or variable frequency drives are fitted
Enhanced EDDL is a hit in Hanover
(April 2005)
Emerson Process Management used the Hart Communication booth at the Interkama trade show to demonstrate the advantages of enhanced Electronic Device Description Language technology
Direct drive produces more efficient blowers
(January 2005)
JetAir Technologies has developed the Jet-2 line of 'beltless' direct-drive centrifugal blowers
Multitalented inverter gains PLC functionality
(October 2004)
WEG's Vectrue CFW-09 inverter now offers users the cost saving benefits of PLC functionality - as well as selectable V/F, sensorless vector, closed loop vector and fieldbus operation
Variable frequency drives aid good vibrations
(August 2004)
Joliet Technologies is supplying Wyco Tool Company with Fincor Series 5740 AC variable frequency drives for its Select-Cycle convertors for High Cycle concrete vibrators
Harmonic filters optimise drive performance
(February 2004)
The AHF advanced harmonic filter offers cost-effective harmonic reduction despite ever-present background disturbances
Sensors keep track of motor forces
(January 2003)
A new series of fast motor load controls is designed specifically to monitor and protect valuable industrial machinery and equipment
Drives boom at Porter's Fuchsias
(August 2002)
AC Tech's SCL drives have provided Porter's Fuchsias with a user friendly, off-the-shelf drive solution at a fraction of the cost of rival models
VSDs improve power station performance
(July 2002)
An upgrade programme aimed at improving efficiency at Europe's largest coal-fired power station includes significant investment in drive technology
Modules cut drive setup time on exercise machines
(March 2002)
AC Technology's SCM submicro AC inverter drives have provided a perfect motion control and production solution for the latest range of exercise machines from Lifestyle Engineering
Single phase 220V inverter meets European needs
(May 2001)
AC Technology, the largest manufacturer of small AC inverter drives in the USA, has designed a drive specifically for the European market, the SCL