Articles Tagged with ''HVAC Drives''

Motors, Drives Strive for Greater Configurability, Efficiency

Variable-speed offerings are exemplifying ease of use, high efficiency, and flexibility

February 27, 2017

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is frequently introducing tougher motor-efficiency regulations, and manufacturers have shown a willingness to adapt and modify their offerings to keep pace.

Demand for Frequency Drives on the Uptick

Major growth, expansion projected for AC Drives across the country over the next decade

February 6, 2017

AC drives are an essential part of the HVAC marketplace, and the growth of the market looks to be exceptional over the next few years. According to MarketsandMarkets, the market is expected to grow from an estimated $15.72 billion in 2016 to $22.07 billion by 2021.

Timken Co.: Drive Engineer

January 23, 2017

This mobile/desktop web application is used for drive selection and analysis and provides extensive results and comprehensive data for use on v-belt or synchronous drives.

Examining the Benefits of ECMs

Contractors can now bring ECM performance to psc motor systems via retrofit projects

Christopher Mohalley

December 5, 2016

For consumers to make an educated buying decision, contractors must be able to thoroughly explain the potential features and benefits of a motor retrofit. These include energy savings, benefits from operating the fan continuously, reduced operating noise, and improved airflow control.

Motors and Drives: Brains to Match Their Brawn

When an HVAC system is ‘humming along,’ that smooth hum is often courtesy of a motor or drive

Ron Rajecki

December 5, 2016

A look at some of the latest motor and drive products now available on the market.

AC Drives Market Worth $22.07 Billion by 2021

Market is growing due to urbanization, industrialization, rising need for energy efficiency

November 22, 2016

The global ac drives market is expected to grow from an estimated $15.72 billion in 2016 to $22.07 billion by 2021, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets.

Emerson to Sell Network Power, Leroy-Somer, and Control Techniques

Transactions are part of company’s strategic repositioning

August 5, 2016

Emerson announced an agreement to sell Network Power to Platinum Equity and a group of co-investors. The transaction is valued at $4 billion. Emerson also announced it has agreed to sell its Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques business units to Nidec Corp. This transaction is valued at $1.2 billion.

DOE Efficiency Regulations Steer Motors and Drives Market

Manufacturers work to meet increasingly stringent U.S. Department of Energy regulations

Jen Anesi

February 22, 2016

While there are still a significant number of single-speed motors still in operation, many OEMs are making a concerted move toward variable-speed equipment in order to meet a growing demand for higher efficiency. To help OEMs meet their goals, and to meet increasingly stringent motor efficiency regulations from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), motor and drive manufacturers have introduced their smartest, most efficient products yet.

NEMA Publishes Adjustable Speed Electrical Power Drive Systems Guide

Explains how to determine the types of load duty and related current ratings

January 12, 2016

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published NEMA ICS 61800-6 TR-2015, Adjustable Speed Electrical Power Drive Systems, Part 6: Guide for Determination of Types of Load Duty and Corresponding Current Ratings.

NEMA Publishes Application Guide for AC Adjustable Speed Drive Systems

It covers ac electrical drive systems rated 600 volts or less

December 18, 2015

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has announced the publication of NEMA ICS 7.2-2015 Application Guide for AC Adjustable Speed Drive Systems. This guide assists users in proper selection and application of alternating current (ac) adjustable speed drive systems.

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