Tag: Energy Efficiency
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Energy mapping for food processors
Promising cheaper and more energy efficient cooking than a traditional oven, air fryers have been flying off the shelves in the past year. For the food processing industry however, cutting energy costs isn’t as straightforward as switching to smaller equipment. With energy now accounting for up to ten per cent of total costs for industry…
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A new era of energy efficiency
Updates to the European Union’s (EU) 2019/1781 legislation, which applies ecodesign requirements for electric motors and variable speed drives (VSDs), may seem like more red tape. But could this tightening of legislation actually be an opportunity? Here, Marek Lukaszyzk, European and Middle East marketing manager at global motor specialist WEG, explains how the changes present…
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Boosting efficiency in manufacturing environments
According to The Times, 20 per cent of business owners expect the UK’s cost of living crisis to hit them harder than the COVID pandemic. The pressure is on all businesses, including manufacturers, to achieve greater cost-efficiency throughout their operations, well into the future. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at motors…
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The route to Net Zero
Manufacturers and end users of motors and drives need to get onboard with ambitious zero emission targets pledged by governments around the world. But, it’s estimated that nearly half of the world’s energy is consumed by electric motors. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at global motors and drives manufacturer WEG explains…
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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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Reducing energy in food processing
What’s inside a KitKat? You might be surprised to learn, it’s filled with other bits of broken KitKat. Confectionary manufacturer, Nestlé achieved zero waste status for the chocolate bar over a decade ago, but efforts to improve sustainability in food processing go further than reusing broken biscuits. Here Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing…
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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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WEG launches decentralised drive package with WG20 geared motors and MW500 VSDs
WEG, a global leader in drive technology, has announced availability of a decentralised drive package, consisting of WG20-series gear units, EUSAS motors and a MW500 variable speed drive (VSD). Compared with traditional drives, this compact and decentralised package provides lower energy consumption and a compact footprint, as well as improved flexibility.
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It starts with an energy efficient motor
France is one of the largest producers of electricity, with EDF, Engie and Total all major players in the energy sector. Here, Yves Jamet, marketing manager at WEG France SAS, a leading global manufacturer of motors and drives, explains how industrial businesses can contribute to France’s energy efficiency targets by opting for a motor with…
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