ABB has launched a new high voltage (HV) flameproof induction motor that is certified up to IEC frame size 900 and rated up to 8MW.
Eaton Corporation has introduced the PowerXL series of variable frequency drives with ratings up to 250kW. Modules enable the new drives to be quickly and simply incorporated into Eaton's SmartWire-DT connection and communication technology which completely eliminates the need for conventional control circuit wiring.
New compact brushless geared motors achieve precise speed holding over a wide range of 1:133. Manufactured by Panasonic, the Minas GV is available at powers of 50, 90 and 130W with gearboxes that give rated output speeds from 1.5 to 1000 r/min.
Mitsubishi Electric has upgraded the FR-F700-EC range of inverters with network support for BACnet, the most common data communications protocol in building automation and control networks.
Applied Motion Products' new brushless dc BLDC servo motors and matched BD series drives are now available in the UK from motion control specialists Mclennan.