Variable Speed Drive technology that unlocks new potential

Energy is valuable. Electrical power is the most important resource in industry and ensures that motors run, machines operate and plants manufacture. So it doesn’t come as a big surprise that industry is responsible for 40% of the total power consumption.

However, it is surprising that the electrical drive systems are responsible for two thirds of that consumption. An enormous share which opens up many possibilities, especially with regard to rising energy prices: With an optimized design and dimensioning of plant and targeted selection of components, companies can save substantial amounts of energy costs.

Tapping the right potential is what counts

Electrical motors and frequency drives are the heart of a drive system and have the highest energy savings potential. The continuous operation of the motor is of particular importance in this case – motors with an increased efficiency level help save valuable kilowatt hours, and the frequency drives saves additionally by adapting to the optimum operating point. Variable-speed drives depend on the type of driven machine. This is where optimized machines such as pumps, fans and compressors show their “economical side”.

An investment in the future that pays off

One thing is clear: Purchasing energy-saving motors is an investment. But low operating costs and machine-friendly operation in the plant thanks to the use of frequency drives and/or energy-saving motors make sure that the investment often fully amortizes over a period of only a few months – while your plant continues to save costs throughout its entire service life. And you’re not the only one profiting from this. A drive system that optimally utilizes energy contributes to a sustained reduction in CO₂ emissions – so the environment benefits as well.

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