What can designers do to ensure higher productivity from the variable-speed drives they place in machines? Markus/B&R USA: When possible, designers can stack or mount drives close together to save ...

For many retrofit projects, the use of a VFD seems like a “no brainer.” Drives are now cheaper and more reliable than ever, and the benefits of efficient control of motors can’t be beat. Still, there ...

Hydrostatic drives are widely recognized as an excellent means of power transmission when variable output speed is required. Typically outperforming mechanical and electrical variable-speed drives and ...

When selecting the most efficient and cost-effective variable frequency drive (VFD), it’s essential to understand the specific considerations involved in your commercial venture. No two industrial ...

It is interesting to look at figures from the Energy Information Administration about where energy gets consumed in our economy. These figures reveal that industrial uses account for 31% of all energy ...

In an industry evolving alongside consumer concerns over rising energy costs, impact on the environment, and, of course, stricter regulations handed down by the government, new technologies are ...