Application software development – the final chapter
Our previous posts related to the topic of application software discussed how the operation of Danfoss Drive’s products can be customized to suit customer processes simply by tailoring the software....
View ArticleQuality – nothing short of best in class is good enough
Best-in-class quality is something we aim for every day at Danfoss Drives. This post discusses how our AC drives are designed and produced, and what systems and organization we have in place to ensure...
View ArticleTop 10 frequently asked questions about AC drives
Maximizing the uptime of processes while minimizing the amount of electricity used is a key responsibility for the people involved in designing, running and managing industrial activities. For the...
View ArticleWhat’s the real truth behind bearing current damage?
There have been cases reported where bearings have been damaged by AC drives due to bearing currents. Some of these cases are true, but most are tales that have emerged because no one bothered to...
View ArticleTesting – a major step in the race towards product reliability
Product testing in varying environments is one of the most important types of research a company can conduct. Only by thoroughly analyzing the performance of a product and its components can we be...
View ArticleHow do you size a VFD?
Confusion often surrounds the proper sizing of variable frequency drives (VFDs), and sometimes, knowing when and how to choose one may be difficult. Actually understanding what a VFD does might make...
View ArticleMagnetically coupled ASDs vs AC drives – which method offers the most OPEX...
There’s been a lot of talk lately about magnetically coupled adjustable speed drives (MC-ASD) with suggestions that they offer a lower operating cost form of speed control than AC drives, especially...
View ArticleA new take on energy efficiency
Reducing consumption of energy – we all know why it’s important. From a business standpoint, lower energy consumption equates to lower production costs. From an environmental perspective, lower energy...
View ArticleIs energy efficiency really worth the investment?
The upfront cost of investing in energy-efficiency solutions may deter some businesses from taking the plunge. There are many arguments that support this reluctance. Energy costs are indeed falling....
View ArticleFour reasons why motor independence matters
Whether we are genuinely interested in having a positive effect on the environment, or simply following the ever-intensifying standards and regulations, optimizing the energy efficiency of our motors...
View ArticleAC drives: Your questions answered
In a recent webcast, Boima Morray, Vice President of Marketing, Danfoss Drives, Americas discussed the value of AC drives in motor-driven systems (MDS) with respect to optimizing energy consumption...
View ArticleThe drive to succeed – a guide to troubleshooting
Turn detective to troubleshoot AC drives for a quick resolution that will save time and money at a manufacturing plant. AC drives are an integral part of any manufacturing plant, as they often are...
View ArticleHow the digital transformation has reshaped our digital tools
The digital transformation has, without a shadow of doubt, revolutionized how customers perceive a valued relationship with their partner and vice versa. Driving efficiency and creating added value...
View ArticleBest practices for trouble-free AC-drive operation
When it comes to environments, there’s simply no telling where an AC drive will be installed. Installations in industrial applications can be some of the harshest. Drives must be designed from the...
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