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frequently used parameters to be hidden for a clearer, more straightforward user interface. A list displaying all changed parameters helps during setup, and I/O mapping shows an at-a-glance view of the various I/O functions. Recommissioning a drive is now a straightforward
process with the new removable memory unit, which is supplied as standard. The memory unit stores the drive’s complete firmware, including all user settings and motor data. As a result, changes to application software and parameter settings can be made by the OEM and then downloaded into a memory unit for delivery to the end-user. If a drive’s power or control unit is replaced, it can be recommissioned by simply inserting the memory unit, ensuring that production can be restarted as fast as possible.
Safe and energy efficient
The new-generation drive modules include an integrated SIL compliant Safe Torque Off (STO) feature as standard. Solutions for other safety features such as SLS (Safe Limited Speed) and SBC (Safe Brake Control) are available as well. Energy management functions are integrated into
the drive modules as standard. The automatic energy optimiser – included in the drives’ DTC technology – ensures that the drive runs at optimum efficiency. A fan on/off control enables the cooling fan to be switched off when not needed – this not only saves energy but also reduces noise and extends the fan lifetime. External fans,
such as the cabinet fan, can be linked to the same control for even greater savings. In addition, the drives now have their own in-built energy calculator to compute energy consumption and savings.
Enhanced performance and reliability
The ‘heart’ of the drive modules - Direct Torque Control (DTC) technology – provides highly accurate motor speed and torque control. DTC has been further enhanced for the new industrial drive modules: the torque response has been improved, motor identification at standstill enhanced, the maximum output frequency increased, and the low-speed performance boosted. In addition to asynchronous motors, permanent magnet motors are now supported as standard. Reliability is very important for system integrators
and OEMs – as any problems impact their reputation first – and it is vital in process industries as well. ABB has built the new drive modules around tried and tested technology, and they are supported by a global service network for fast support in all major markets. Over the years, the reliability of drives supplied by ABB has been proven in some of the world’s most demanding operating environments. n
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Petri Torniainen is with ABB Oy, Helsinki, Finland.
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TURNING UNIT FOR MANUAL OPERATIONS
ndrives Ltd has announced the launch of a number of new product ranges, one of which is to be a rotary table. It is a turning unit for manual operations and in order to achieve the turning movement, a high quality worm gear. This compliments the existing adjustable slide systems readily available from the precision engineered components specialist. All are designed for quick installation into customer’s applications and feature a high clamping force, ultra fine adjustment and an easy reproduction of the original position. Digital displays and motors with inductive sensors are available to purchase as extra options. There are two sizes available at present ranging from an outside diameter of 55 mm up to 80 mm outside diameter. Meanwhile, Ondrives has recently enabled the e-cad parts of its websites. This will ensure users can have direct
O images.
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Partstream.NET provides the technology to enable high quality 3D online catalogues and e-commerce solutions, ranging from manufacturer’s online catalogues and marketplaces to trading exchanges.
access to the e-cad online content of Ondrives. Ondrives has so far started off with its own in-house produced range of P type gearboxes, with others to follow imminently. Each part is linked to its own unique model or users can view the whole range of gearboxes by going direct to the website at
www.e-cad.co.uk.
Users may need to be in Explorer to view the range correctly and if prompted, you may need to enable the Active X control bar at the top of the screen in order to download these
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Using this to power its online e-cad catalogue, manufacturers such as Ondrives and Rino Industries can now create a one-to-one relationship with customers over the internet which allows customers to configure, view and download CAD models in a broad range of CAD formats quickly and conveniently directly from the custom online catalogue.
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Ondrives Ltd is based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, UK.
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