Does a VFD pay off? In turbulent times companies are cautious of making investments. However, exact these periods are times when specific companies set apart from the others by making smart decisions. VFD can reduce the energy consumption, make the production more flexible and improve the quality of the products Read more…
Network harmonics: Software tools In order to analyze complex networks with multiple elements and various configurations of the grid a sophisticated software tool is unavoidable. Luckily, there are several good products available on the market. In this article we look closer at software tools for network analysis. In our network Read more…
Load types and characteristics Type of load is relevant for VFD hardware dimensioning and selection of most suitable VFD topology [1]. Sometimes the load type determines what kind of rectifier (front end) is required. Also, load type may affect some options and features that the VFD shall have. Therefore, it Read more…
VFD catalog rating You have surely noticed that most manufacturers have catalogs and brochures with tables listing their VFD types along with basic information such as rated output current, motor shaft power, cooling requirements, enclosure type, dimensions, weight etc. What is behind this VFD catalog rating and how to understand Read more…