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Choosing a safe drive solution for woodworking machinery

30/06/2023

When it comes to material, surface and solid wood processing, choosing the right drive solution for the woodworking machine is critical. As different as the requirements for the drive controllers are, one topic is always important: ensuring the highest possible level of safety, says Mark Checkley, Managing Director of KEB UK.

National Grid calls upon Sulzer for bespoke motor redesigns

02/06/2023

In the face of mounting pressure on global energy markets, utility companies are striving to guarantee consistent power supply for millions of people. When National Grid encountered maintenance challenges with two motors at crucial gas booster station sites, it turned to Sulzer for assistance.

Applying electric drives for downhole applications

02/06/2023

Although the goals of the oil and gas extraction industry – technological efficiency, environmental compatibility, and cost management – have generally remained the same, the drive towards net zero has highlighted greater efficiency and sustainability efforts. As downhole drilling has the largest potential for technological innovation, meeting these goals means leaning towards electrification.

How to select the right motor control design to meet Industry 4.0 requirements

02/06/2023

The era of Industry 4.0 is making systems smarter by providing localised intelligence and connectivity between machines and computers, and to the internet. This era has implications for industrial motors, which comprise much of an automated facility’s energy resources. Their failure can shut down an entire production line.

Motor efficiency: Top tips for preparing for the second stage of EU 2019/1781

03/05/2023

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the industrial sector accounted for 38% of total global final energy use in 2021, compared with 33% in 2000. Manufacturers must prepare for a new phase of EU eco-design legislation, coming into force on 1 July 2023.

Drives Motors Features

Choosing a safe drive solution for woodworking machinery

National Grid calls upon Sulzer for bespoke motor redesigns

Applying electric drives for downhole applications

How to select the right motor control design to meet Industry 4.0 requirements

Motor efficiency: Top tips for preparing for the second stage of EU 2019/1781