Drives Motors Features

IE6 hyper-efficiency motors are ready to roll

IE6 hyper-efficiency motors are ready to roll

Robert Chin, Global R&D Manager IEC LV Motors at ABB, explains that while IE5 is regarded as the current state-of-the-art in energy efficiency, motors that meet the anticipated IE6 “hyper-efficiency” level are already commercially available in the form of synchronous reluctance (SynRM) technology. They offer a simple, cost-effective and magnet-free solution for the majority of applications.

Trimmed to perfection: The first beltless drive for woodworking

Trimmed to perfection: The first beltless drive for woodworking

Austria’s Springer Group specialises in machinery and conveying systems for the timber industry. Its offerings include the E-CUT 200, the first electrically operated beltless trimmer. The company turned to WEG to help it develop the machine’s beltless drive, specifically for the woodworking industry.

How sustainable is drive technology?

How sustainable is drive technology?

Lukas Schmitz, Sustainability Manager at KEB Automation, explains what sustainability means and why companies have a special responsibility towards people and nature. He also talks about the measures that KEB has already taken and why drive technology plays a key role in promoting sustainability.

IE6 hyper-efficiency motors are ready to roll

IE6 hyper-efficiency motors are ready to roll

Robert Chin, Global R&D Manager IEC LV Motors at ABB, explains that while IE5 is regarded as the current state-of-the-art in energy efficiency, motors that meet the anticipated IE6 “hyper-efficiency” level are already commercially available in the form of synchronous reluctance (SynRM) technology.

Driving drone flight: The future of drones and their propulsion systems

Driving drone flight: The future of drones and their propulsion systems

Although legislation currently holds back widespread commercial deployment of drones, trials are showing the potential for cargo delivery, as well as applications such as inspection and security. Key to achieving flight safety, as well as power efficiency, are drone propulsion systems. maxon’s engineering expert for aerospace applications, Andrew Gibson, discusses the status of the drone market and the future requirements for drone propulsion systems.

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