Trying to save energy dollars isn't always as simple as it seems. Installing variable-frequency drives (VFDs) and retrofitting lighting systems are two of the quickest and most widely accepted ways to ...

Manufacturer's report courtesy of Pfannenberg Inc. Variable frequency drives are a hot topic. Advancements in VFD technology and reductions in price are driving rapid market adoption. Dramatic energy ...

With an increase in variable frequency drives, resonance problems are becoming more common. Here's some advice on what you can do about it. In the event of a breakdown, any number of issues may be the ...

Last year, the plant upgraded a large, critical motor system by adding a variable frequency drive (VFD). The main impetus for this decision was to stop the damage from across the line starts, an ...