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Yaskawa America, Inc. Expands GA800 AC Drive Product Line 

August 12, 2024 GA800 Drives and Reduced Size Configured Packages Now Available up to 1000 HP  Since its introduction in 2019, Yaskawa’s GA800 variable speed drive has proven itself as the ultimate combination of power, ease of use, flexibility, and performance. Designed to control traditional and emerging motor technologies, the GA800 handles applications ranging from simple…

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RS Offers MEAN WELL’s Energy-Saving VFD Series Motor Drives

August 12, 2024 MEAN WELL’s compact, fanless variable frequency drives (VFDs) are engineered for use with energy-efficient three-phase motors and designed to help industrial customers improve energy efficiency, decrease energy costs, and achieve ESG goals. RS, a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial…

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ABB Baldor-Reliance SP4 Motors Represent the Latest Evolution of Motor Efficiency

August 7, 2024 • NEMA Super Premium efficiency• Reduced energy consumption and costs• Longer motor life Motor operators in all industries are staying ahead of the curve in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship with ABB Baldor-Reliance® SP4™ motors. ABB’s SP4 technology meets the NEMA Super Premium® efficiency level in a standard AC induction motor design…

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ABB’s Expanded Baldor-Reliance SP4 Technology Now Available in Severe-Duty Enclosures

August 7, 2024 ABB continues to help companies increase motor efficiency by as much as 20% by expanding the ABB Baldor-Reliance® SP4 motor™ line. The development of the new cast-iron totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) severe duty motor marks the second phase of ABB’s SP4 technology launch. This model is uniquely designed for applications in hazardous environments with…

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Discover NEMA Motor Upgrade Potential with ABB’s Energy Savings Calculator

August 7, 2024 Forty-five percent of the world’s electricity is used to power electric motors in buildings and industrial applications.1 By 2030, this cost is projected to reach $900 billion annually.2 Lowering CO₂ emissions and increasing energy efficiency is critical for our planet, but also for ensuring stable and productive industry operations, lowering operating costs and total costs…

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SEW-Eurodrive Is Your Complete Source for Motion Control

August 6, 2024 By Krystie Johnston SEW-Eurodrive specializes in custom, scalable drive solutions that focus on meeting the needs of customers today – and into the future. SEW-Eurodrive’s decentralized variable frequency drives combine power, communications, integration, and support all-in-one, saving you time and money. They have this and so much more to offer. SEW-Eurodrive has…

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Unlocking SiC MOSFETs in Variable Frequency Drives While Meeting EMC Standards

August 6, 2024 Harnessing SiC MOSFETs for EMC-Compliant VFDs SmartD Technologies, a leading innovator in the field of power electronics, is pushing the boundaries of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) design with its groundbreaking clean power VFD. This state-of-the-art device utilizes Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs as power component output, replacing the traditionally used Insulated Gate Bipolar…

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Vanco Electrical Supplies Ltd. Rebrands to Vanco Electrical Solutions

August 1, 2024 Vanco is thrilled to announce their rebranding from Vanco Electrical Supplies Ltd. to Vanco Electrical Solutions Ltd. This change is not just a shift in name but a reflection of their evolving mission and dedication to their clients. Why the Change? Vanco Electrical Supplies Ltd. has been a trusted name in the…

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Electronic Motor Starters ME Series from LOVATO

July 24, 2024 The electronic motor starters ME series are compact starters in a 22.5mm wide enclosure for applications requiring a high number of starts and space savings inside the panel. They are built with hybrid technology, combining the advantage of the long life of a wear-free semiconductor device with the high robustness and low consumption of…

Schneider Electric Receives the 10,000,000th Anybus Module Award from HMS Networks
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Schneider Electric Receives the 10,000,000th Anybus Module Award from HMS Networks

July 24, 2024 Schneider Electric, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, has been honored with the 10,000,000th Anybus Module award by HMS Networks. By integrating Anybus network connectivity interfaces into its line of variable speed drives, Schneider Electric empowers its customers with a diverse range of drives that can be fine-tuned for both performance…

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ABB Baldor-Reliance EC Titanium Motors Earn ENERGY STAR Emerging Technology Award

July 22, 2024 The ABB Baldor-Reliance EC Titanium motor has been recognized with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2024 ENERGY STAR Emerging Technology Award. This annual award recognizes products that meet stringent performance criteria in specific categories. By highlighting innovative solutions with the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the award promotes promising technologies that may…

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Decentralized Drives for Logistics Tasks – SEW-EURODRIVE

July 15, 2024 The Klosterbrauerei Andechs has installed a new returnable glass line. Watch this video to find out how this has increased production capacity while minimising the use of resources. With 70 decentralised MOVIGEAR® performance drive units from SEW-EURODRIVE, state-of-the-art, energy-efficient technology has been installed in the traditional brewery. This project was the first…

Introducing Electrotek's Advanced Active Harmonic Filters
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Introducing Electrotek’s Advanced Active Harmonic Filters

June 28, 2024 Achieve Electrical Efficiency with Electrotek’s Superior Active Harmonic Filter Are you looking for reliable and efficient solutions to manage harmonic distortions in your electrical systems? Vanco Electrical Supplies is proud to introduce Electrotek’s cutting-edge Active Harmonic Filters, designed and manufactured right here in Canada to meet the unique demands of our environment….

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The Hidden Issue with VFDs: Harmonics

June 27, 2024 Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are transforming how we control motor speed, making processes more efficient and adaptable. However, they come with a hidden challenge: harmonic distortion. Traditional motors are designed to operate with a clean sinewave, but VFDs introduce high-frequency harmonics into the system. This distortion can lead to: These issues underscore…