The 2011 edition of ABB’s drives and motors catalogue is now available for end-users, system integrators, machine builders and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The drives and motors catalogue includes the Product Quickfinder, an easy-to-read table that helps you produce a shortlist of
In the first of several planned extensions, Rockwell Automation has expanded the power range of its Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 755 AC drives to 450 kW/700 Hp, providing users with increased application flexibility. Featuring advanced diagnostics and a convenient roll-out design, the PowerFlex 755
A range of stepper motors manufactured using injection moulding techniques has been introduced by Astrosyn International Technology. The method of construction makes more space available internally, enabling the motors to be thinner while producing greater torque. A 30% increase in efficiency is
An 85% reduction in cooker hood electricity costs is being achieved at Pizza Hut’s Watford Dome branch following the installation of a 1.5 kW and a 3 kW ABB drive on the air extraction cooker hood system. The new system, installed by
Operators of an office building in Reigate, Surrey, are saving £20,000 a year on energy costs for the building's HVAC system following the installation of ABB standard drives for HVAC. The Omnibus building was completed in 2001. Based on a disused bus
Meeting modern requirements for high reliability and performance, Softstart has introduced the Hyundai HiMC range of magnetic contactors and overload relays. The advanced design meets today’s protection needs in motor control centres and other demanding control systems. It also employs a modular
An ABB drive has helped vacuum cleaner manufacturer Dyson improve its dust extraction at its Wiltshire research and development centre, saving the company over £6,000 a year on energy costs. The test facility puts new Dyson vacuum cleaner prototypes through their paces
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