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In the first of a series of three columns, we look at the energy and productivity benefits achievable by installing a variable speed drive (VSD) on specific applications. This month: pumps and fans Pumps VSD can help transport liquids safely by ensuring the motor driving a pump is running at the correct speed to maintain […]
ABB’s Martin Richardson offers some tips to ensure that your installed base of variable speed drives (VSDs) operate the pumping system at its optimum reliability, efficiency and performance. 1. Check VSD parameter settings regularly If a VSD isn’t set up properly or the needs of the system changes then this can have a significant impact […]
ACS, ACQ, ACH – which drive should I choose? A brief guide to ABB drive model selection. The ABB portfolio covers the complete spectrum of drives. From micro and machinery drives for machine building to industrial drives for controlling processing lines, all the way up to industry specific drives with purpose-designed features and functionality but […]
Introduction Invented thousands of years ago by the Greek mathematician Archimedes on the occasion of his visit to Egypt. It was used to lift a pool of water to higher levels, usually to transfer water into irrigation channels. It consists of a screw (a helical surface surrounding a central cylindrical shaft) inside a hollow pipe. The Roman screw […]
The new ABB ACS480 drive is now available for UK customers. We thought we would give you an overview of the latest addition to the ABB Drive family and we are sure you will agree with us, it is a simple but effective drive! ACS480 General Purpose Drives Described by ABB as: “Pure easiness for […]
Archimedes’ Screws (normally called screws) are widely used by the water industry, usually used for pumping at the inlet of Water Recycling Centres to lift the flow and allowing a subsequent gravity fall through the works. These screws are known for their efficiency, simplicity, ability to handle high suspended solids and capacity to cope with […]
After visiting a Tarmac quarry to carry out minor ancillary works, IDS Service Manager, Andrew White, advised the client that the 9-year-old ABB ACS800 drive that control 2 Crushers should be serviced. These drives control Crusher 2 & 4, which are responsible for half of the production at the Tarmac site. Considering this advice, the […]
Thinking of using ABB inverters but don’t know who to go with? Here is why you should consider working with an ABB AVP. ABB are renowned for their innovative inverter technology, which many agree is at the fore front of the drive industry. An ABB AVP (Authorised Value Provider) is a status reserved for only […]
A 17-storey office complex has dramatically reduced energy costs by using variable speed drive controlled pumps and fans. A London office complex has saved £15,000 on electricity costs in six months following the installation of 18 ABB variable speed drives (VSDs). The drives, ranging from 5.5 kW to 37 kW, are used on hot water […]
Carl Turbitt, HVAC drives sales manager, ABB UK, writes: The digital technology built within today’s variable speed drives (VSDs) is set to greatly enhance the performance of commercial and industrial buildings. Yet not all VSDs are the same. It is more important than ever to ensure that the specifications drawn up by building service consultants […]
