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Beyond the motor: Building an energy-efficient machine

Building an energy-efficient machine requires looking beyond just the motor. Lenze understands this well, as its portfolio allows you to assemble the entire drive train from the right components. This article focuses on the decentralised controllers of the i-series, which share the same DNA as Lenze's IE5 and IE6 motors: innovative, energy-efficient, and user-friendly.

07/07/2025 11:13:59

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Controllers are best suited for the cabinet (i5 cabinet), wall (i5 protec), or motor/wall (i5/i6 motec), depending on the application. Lenze users don't have to worry about how to commission and operate the devices.

Eric van den Broek, Managing Director Lenze EMEA West, explains: "Because they use the same software, it's easy to switch. If you know one, you know them all, allowing you to choose the right model for each application."

Van den Broek notes that decentralised solutions are gaining popularity. "The cost and time savings of cabling are a significant advantage of these controllers."

Read the full article in DPA's July 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.