August 7, 2024 ABB continues to help companies increase motor efficiency by as much as 20% by expanding the ABB Baldor-Reliance® SP4 motor™ line. The development of the new cast-iron totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) severe duty motor marks the second phase of ABB’s SP4 technology launch. This model is uniquely designed for applications in hazardous environments with…
August 7, 2024 In a world of industries powered by electric motors, ABB’s SP4™ technology emerges as a game changer. They have taken the best Baldor-Reliance AC induction motor design and made it better by reducing motor losses by an average of 20% while maintaining the simplicity of today’s install base. This ABB designed and…
August 7, 2024 Forty-five percent of the world’s electricity is used to power electric motors in buildings and industrial applications.1 By 2030, this cost is projected to reach $900 billion annually.2 Lowering CO₂ emissions and increasing energy efficiency is critical for our planet, but also for ensuring stable and productive industry operations, lowering operating costs and total costs…
August 6, 2024 By Krystie Johnston SEW-Eurodrive specializes in custom, scalable drive solutions that focus on meeting the needs of customers today – and into the future. SEW-Eurodrive’s decentralized variable frequency drives combine power, communications, integration, and support all-in-one, saving you time and money. They have this and so much more to offer. SEW-Eurodrive has…
August 6, 2024 Harnessing SiC MOSFETs for EMC-Compliant VFDs SmartD Technologies, a leading innovator in the field of power electronics, is pushing the boundaries of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) design with its groundbreaking clean power VFD. This state-of-the-art device utilizes Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs as power component output, replacing the traditionally used Insulated Gate Bipolar…
August 1, 2024 Vanco is thrilled to announce their rebranding from Vanco Electrical Supplies Ltd. to Vanco Electrical Solutions Ltd. This change is not just a shift in name but a reflection of their evolving mission and dedication to their clients. Why the Change? Vanco Electrical Supplies Ltd. has been a trusted name in the…
July 24, 2024 The electronic motor starters ME series are compact starters in a 22.5mm wide enclosure for applications requiring a high number of starts and space savings inside the panel. They are built with hybrid technology, combining the advantage of the long life of a wear-free semiconductor device with the high robustness and low consumption of…
July 24, 2024 Comau has launched a comprehensive hairpin stator technology portfolio covering the entire stator manufacturing process Comau has launched a comprehensive hairpin stator technology portfolio covering the entire stator manufacturing process, from hairpin wire forming, insertion to wire widening, twisting, and from laser welding all the way to quality testing and control checks….
July 22, 2024 The ABB Baldor-Reliance EC Titanium motor has been recognized with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2024 ENERGY STAR Emerging Technology Award. This annual award recognizes products that meet stringent performance criteria in specific categories. By highlighting innovative solutions with the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the award promotes promising technologies that may…
July 15, 2024 SmartD is pleased to announce that their 25HP AFE VFD is UL Certified! The Rigor and Credibility of UL Certifications is a testament to SmartD’s Commitment to Excellence. At SmartD, they pride ourselves on delivering products that meet and exceed industry standards. Their recent achievement of securing the UL certification for their…
June 24, 2024 AutomationDirect has added new DURApulse GS30 drives. These high-performance drives support several control modes including sensorless vector control, closed-loop flux vector control, and torque control modes in a compact package. The GS30 series expands the DURApulse family by adding internal tension control loop expanded parameter sets for greater versatility, as well as…
June 24, 2024 AutomationDirect has added Toshiba AS3 AC drives. Toshiba is a trusted name in power electronics with a proven track record in the industry. Their products are built with high-quality construction and offer long-lasting durability. Toshiba drives are a prominent VFD brand and the AS3 series adjustable speed drives are packed with features…
June 18, 2024 Decentralized Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’S) Power, Communications, Integration and Support All-in-One! SEW-EURODRIVE’s decentralized drive technology has everything you need – compact drive units, decentralized inverters and motion controllers for field use – and everything can be easily combined and recombined as required. This is all possible because the standardized control and communication…
June 17, 2024 The Greater Toronto Area office offers local sales and support of KEB’s industrial automation solutions. KEB America, Inc., a subsidiary of KEB Automation KG and the North American provider of motion control and industrial automation solutions, has announced the opening of KEB Canada at 2010 Winston Park Dr., Suite 200, Oakville, ON L6H…
June 11, 2024 By Krystie Johnston SmartD’s Clean Power variable frequency drive is the next generation of motor control products. Using revolutionary power electronics and modulation algorithms, it maximizes energy efficiency and produces a clean sine wave. SmartD technologies is a Canadian startup that has developed what they say is one of the world’s first…
June 11, 2024 ABB’s MV Titanium concept is the world’s first medium-voltage (MV), speed controlled, industrial motor, in the 1-to-5-megawatt (MW) range that brings connectivity and control features in an easy to specify and install package. The all-in-one concept brings the benefits of energy efficiency to MV motor-driven processes, which today account for 10% of…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
