Dimensioning software optimises drive trains
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Lenze product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team
May 21, 2009
Dimensioning software from Lenze is able to identify the energy used throughout the drive train and gives the ability to reduce it.
At the end of the process, an energy certificate records the predicted costs and the CO2 equivalent.
The Drive Solution Designer (DSD) software is an expert tool that permits optimisation of the complete drive.
It is based on 17 real-life applications such as conveyors, hoists, fans, pumps, wheeled trolleys.
Each element in the drive train, such as the motor and the gearbox, can be changed from a list of mechanically possible alternatives.
The results can be compared side by side in terms of performance and costs.
DSD presents the energy consumption and relevant costs for each element as well as the total for the whole drive.
Costs are based on an input value for a kW h and the time period to be considered, usually one year.
The equivalent figure for CO2 generated is also displayed.
By this process it is easy to compare the results from different drive components, and optimise the solution to achieve a satisfactory pay-back period.
The program can even look at the effects of adding energy-saving components such as a mains regeneration unit.
One of the outputs of DSD is an Energy Certificate that is specific to the application.
This can be used as evidence for claiming tax benefits and is valuable documentation to help the sale of machinery.
Lenze engineers are able to help customers with availability and the use of the DSD dimensioning software.
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