Author: WEG Middle East and Europe
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Where do drives support energy efficiency?
Supporting environmental compliance in fans, pumps and compressors Today, the most common use of drives in industrial environments is for the control of fans, pumps and compressors. In fact, these applications account for about 75 per cent of all drives operating globally. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at motor and drive…
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WEG achieves 33 per cent reduction of losses with digital maintenance tools
~ Industry 4.0 for asset management ~ Fuelled by fierce demand for faster and more efficient production, growth in Industry 4.0 spend is predicted to reach $300 billion USD by 2023. This data comes from IoT Analytic’s Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing report, which states predictive maintenance technologies are among the top Industry 4.0 use…
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Gearing up for predictive maintenance
~ Using software and sensors to determine the future of machines ~ If predictions are correct, by 2025 27 billion devices will be connected to the internet of things (IoT). Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European marketing manager at gearbox manufacturer, WEG explains where geared motor maintenance fits into this paradigm. Geared motor units are the drive…
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A cut above the rest
~ WEG supplies for unique meat processing line ~ Cumbersome lines are synonymous in food processing, as there is often little to no automation involved, making the operation awkward and difficult. Most lines lack technological innovation, but the industry is beginning to move to automated and robot driven processes. Here’s how, industrial motor manufacturer, WEG…
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WEG builds new factory in Europe
~ Substantial investments for WEG’s largest European plant ~ Global motor manufacturer, WEG is undergoing a substantial project to expand the size and capabilities of its production facility in Europe. Further to the facility built in 2017, a new investment will see WEG double the size of the manufacturing site in Portugal, hire 100 new…
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Increasing profit margins through energy efficiency
~ Can correct motor management cut costs in food and beverage production ~ With growing pressure on the food industry’s profit margins, companies must look to reduce manufacturing costs wherever possible. The food industry is incredibly energy intensive, accounting for around 30 per cent of global energy consumption As a result, improving efficiency offers an…
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WEG launches the new CFW900 range of variable speed drives
The CFW900 offers increased energy efficiency and connectivity Dedicated to producing energy efficient equipment, global leaders of electric motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technologies, WEG has launched a new high-performance VSD. With a simplified design, increased power density and ease-of-use that allows the user to access configurations and technical data in a fast and…
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Five reasons to select VSDs for pump applications
Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at the global manufacturer and supplier of motors and drive technology, WEG, gives us his top five reasons for selecting variable speed drives (VSDs) for pump applications. Superiority over on-off control pumps For someone seeking a low-price solution to pump control, an on–off pump will feature little…
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Using VSDs for shredder control
~ How VSDs can increase throughput and efficiency in shredding applications ~ We’ve all faced a situation where our handy office shredder grinds to a halt when it becomes jammed or overloaded. In this scenario, you can usually press the reverse button to remove the blockage. For larger shredders in industrial applications, such as those…
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Ecodesign regulations for motors and drives
~ Understanding regulatory changes for variable speed drives ~ Electric motors are the biggest consumer of energy worldwide, accounting for around 45 per cent of global energy consumption. Regulations on energy efficiency have changed to reflect the European Union’s goals for sustainability and reduced emissions. This now extends to cover ecodesign requirements for electric motors…
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Why VSDs are essential for HVAC applications
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that doubling the energy efficiency of air conditioning by 2050 would prevent global electricity demand from growing by 1,300 gigawatts and save up to 2.9 trillion USD. But, how can this energy saving be achieved? One way to make heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems more efficient is through…
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WEG launches top performing motor for fan applications
~ WECM range: Moving air with efficiency ~ Industrial motor manufacturer, WEG, has launched the WEG Electronically Commutated Motor (WECM) range. The motors have been developed to meet the safety and reliability needs of exhaust and ventilation systems — providing energy consumption rates for a variety of air movement applications. The WECM range has been…
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Variable speed drives for safer operations
~ Building safety systems for effective failure prevention ~ Functional safety is more important than ever as production systems and processes become more sophisticated. When building safety systems, variable speed drives (VSDs) can be integrated into systems to ensure that standards are met and performance level is improved. Global automation manufacturer WEG has released a…
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Variable speed drive applications guide published
~ Why using a VSD can help save money and the environment ~ Variable speed drive (VSD) and motor specialist, WEG has published a new guide detailing how using a VSD can save money and protect the environment. The guide also offers application specific advice when choosing VSDs for fans, pumps, HVAC systems, and compressors.…
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Steps for more efficient pumping applications
The development of large-scale projects such as the $23 billion Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the $563 million Doha south sewage treatment infrastructure in Qatar are expected to continue driving the demand for industrial pumps in the Middle East. Here Raphael Torrano da Conceição, managing director at industrial motor…
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Improving the efficiency of the pulp and paper industry
~ How can pulp and paper mills make energy savings? ~ Sweden is the world’s second largest exporter of pulp, paper and sawn wood products combined. Nearly 90 per cent of its pulp and paper production is exported. Provided that forests are managed in a sustainable manner, the raw material is renewable and recyclable. However,…
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Harmonic mitigation for inverters
~ WEG provides technology recommendations for VSD harmonics ~ Variable speed drives (VSDs) — sometimes called inverters — are notorious for creating harmonics in electric systems. To help minimise harmful harmonics, global inverter manufacturer, WEG has released a downloadable guide on Solutions for Harmonic Mitigation in Inverter Applications. This can be downloaded from www.weg-automation.com. Harmonics…
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WEG to launch 7MW wind turbine
~ Prototype to be ready for operation by 2024 ~ Global industrial equipment manufacturer, WEG has announced it will launch a new 7MW wind turbine, provides greater power and efficiency for wind generation projects. Measuring an impressive 172 metres rotor diameter, the turbine will be the largest in operation in Brazil — the market in…
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