E-mobility Our blog is generally focusing on medium voltage drive systems. However, we can’t ignore the trend and the huge potential of electromobility (e-mobility). Since the technology is based on electric motors, variable frequency drives and other power electronics we would like to contribute on this topic as well. Moreover, Read more
Protection of VFD transformers In the introduction to this series we have explained the differences between a distribution/power transformer and a VFD transformer [1]. Due to different design, construction and operation of VFD transformers the protection requirements shall be adapted as well. While many end users, system integrators, EPCs and Read more
Motor start with VFD Our experience shows that the VFD motor start is sometimes not fully understood. This post shall explain how motor start with VFD works, what are the main benefits and how does it compare to a direct on-line start. Abbreviations AFE = Active Front End DFE = Read more
Energy savings in pump systems: Case study 1 After introducing the way how energy and cost savings are calculated [1] we will demonstrate the theory on a real example from industrial practice. This article presents a case study of a boiler feedwater pump inside a thermal power plant. Let’s explore Read more