How much of what you “know” do you actually know, and how much have you learned secondhand? Most of us probably pick up a large portion of our “knowledge” from secondhand sources (much like this ...

Let drives steer you toward better performance, with these caveats. The use of VFDs for control of pumps, fans, and even compressors, have become common on both new construction projects and retrofits ...

This file type includes high resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. Determine if a VFD is right for your application. The primary function of a variable frequency drive is to vary the ...

OEMs and hobbyists benefit from technology’s trickle-down effect. Figure 1. Many industrial applications and small machines with a motor and limited I/O requirements can benefit from using AC VFDs with ...

Learn what smart hydraulic power pack design looks like. Most hydraulic circuits are not a continuously operating system—the energy consumption during idle periods is substantial. The use of the VFDs ...