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Cerus Industrial Inc.: VFD energy management bypass

Cerus Industrial Inc.: VFD Energy Management Bypass

May 6, 2013
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The P-Series line of variable-frequency drives (VFDs) has been enhanced with an Energy Management Bypass (EMB) option. 


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To enhance conductivity, the motor shaft adjacent to the end bracket was coated with AEGIS colloidal silver.

Sustainability in Shaft Grounding Rings

April 15, 2013
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Variable-frequency drives (VFDs), also known as inverters, are widely used because they save energy, especially in applications with variable-torque loads. 


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Electronic, Software-Driven Soft Starter

Hyper Engineering Pty. Ltd.: Electronic, Software-Driven Soft Starter

April 8, 2013
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Reducing the locked rotor amperage (LRA) or in-rush current on compressors and motors by 70 percent, the Sure-Start is an electronic, software-driven soft starter that assists in the prevention of brownouts caused by the increased use of equipment during peak periods, said the company.


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Jason Industrial Inc.: Rubber-Based Synchronous Drive Belt

March 18, 2013
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The Platinum belt by Megadyne is a high-performance rubber-based synchronous belt with duel core hybrid cord technology capable of handling the most demanding drives, said the company. 


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modulating linear motors

Crouzet: Modulating Linear Motors

October 29, 2012
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The modulating linear motors with integrated safety provide varying gas flow control instead of straight on-off control. By incorporating the device into furnaces and other types of gas-burning products, gas flow can be controlled and dispensed in varying amounts so that fuel is burned at a slower or faster rate as needed.


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Cerus Industrial Inc.: Variable-Frequency Drives

September 24, 2012
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The P-Series line of variable frequency drives (VFDs) has been enhanced with a new redundant VFD unit. The Redundant Drive Panel (RDP) is designed to provide an economical HVAC motor control solution that maintains full control of an application if the primary drive fails.


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Brushless DC Motors

Dunkermotor: Brushless DC Motors

July 16, 2012
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While shortening the iBLDC™ (Intelligent Brushless DC) motors with integral four-quadrant speed controls in the 45-mm frame size by 25 percent, the new size of motor maintains the same power and torque capabilities and motor efficiencies, said the company.


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Light Commercial Aftermarket Motor

Regal Beloit: Light Commercial Aftermarket Motor

May 14, 2012
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The Genteq™ Evergreen CM is a universal electrically commutated motor (ECM) for aftermarket light commercial heating and cooling applications. The ultra-high-efficiency ECM features flexible control methods to help the installer balance airflow in HVAC systems such as variable air volume, series boxes, or package heat pumps.


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Five Ways to Improve Refrigeration Unit Operation Via Maintenance Practices

March 26, 2012
By Paul Michalicka
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Although overall standards of refrigeration maintenance remain high, at many facilities there is still room for improvement. Upgrading your company’s rotating-equipment maintenance procedures and eliminating unsound practices will help reduce the risk of failures that can lead to process shutdowns or spoilage of refrigerated product.


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Danfoss VLT Drives: Variable-Speed Drive

March 26, 2012
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Minimizing wear on HVAC equipment and maximizing system uptime is the VLT® HVAC Basic drive. It is a robust variable-speed drive solution that delivers highly reliable HVAC performance for basic fan and pump operations, the company said.


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