IDS are ABB Inverter specialists. We specify, install, commission, repair, service and hire variable speed drives.
Constant torque application benefits from SynRM technology Up to 15 percent lower energy use, a significant reduction in motor maintenance costs and a drop in audible noise are achieved with the installation of an ABB synchronous reluctance motor and drive (SynRM) package on a twin extruder application. Radius Systems’ plant in Derbyshire, UK, houses 14 […]
There is no doubt, we are in unchartered waters. The Coronavirus global pandemic is affecting everyone. Unfortunately, there has been a certain amount of panic from the UK population, stockpilers are causing everyday basics like eggs, pasta and toilet rolls to be in short supply. The latter is causing major headaches for our Water companies. […]
Condenser Control: In a chilling circuit, the high-pressure gas from the compressor needs to be turned into a high-pressure liquid so that it can be expanded back to a gas, absorbing heat as it does it. This is chilling. The device that turns the gas back to a liquid is appropriately named a condenser. A […]
Help My Variable Speed Drive Will Not Start In this video, IDS MD and Engineer, Blaise Ford, shows us one of the most common reasons an ABB Variable Speed Drive won’t start! As Blaise states in the video, we get quite a few calls from our customers saying they can’t run their drives. Blaise shows […]
Carl Turbitt, ABB’s HVAC drives UK sales manager writes: While the demand for new cars in the UK may slowly be starting to fall, the need for a plentiful supply of parking spaces remains as high as ever. With space for buildings very often at a premium in many town and city centres, car park operators […]
How Fast Can My Inverter Drive My Motor? This is a frequently asked question and the answer needs careful consideration. There are power and mechanical limits with a nod to the torque characteristics of a squirrel cage motor. The inverter itself is usually capable of providing the increased frequency. ABB inverters typically output 400Hz – […]
Archimedean Screws are efficient, low-head, high-volume pumps that have been used for thousands of years. They are particularly useful for pumping liquids with high solids content. Previously it has been thought that inverter control of these Screws didn’t save energy, but we, at IDS have engineered a solution that does produce energy savings, as well […]
At IDS we have a wealth of inverter experience. We have been an ABB Partner for over 20 years and are used to supporting clients with a variety of inverter-controlled applications. In this article we look at the 3 most common faults on inverters and how to fix them: 1. Overvoltage and Undervoltage Overvoltage This […]
There can be some confusion about inverter types – standard / 6-pulse, low harmonic, or regen drives. In this article, we explain the differences with their pros and cons. 6-Pulse Drives These are the most common type of inverter and they have a diode rectifier on the input. Advantages: Relatively cost effective Compact Efficient (around […]
As we know, electrical and mechanical assets require service and maintenance to make sure they continue to run efficiently and to reduce the risk of failure. An inverter is no different. Just like your car or your central heating boiler inverters need to be serviced, maintained and updated. It is key to note that complying […]
