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ABB Motion’s Vaasa plant (right) produces 125,000 low-voltage electric motors each year The LV Titanium in a pumping application (below)
and save money by delivering IE5 Ultra- Premium energy efficiency
• a very compact size, so is an easy to use upgrade option for older, inefficient direct-online (DOL) induction motors, with a fast return on investment (ROI) • a customisable solution that can be
tailored to suit pumps, compressors and general industrial applications in a range of powers from 1.5 to 30 kW and nominal speeds from 1,500 to 4,500 rpm The LV Titanium Variable Speed
Motor platform delivers the benefits of a high-efficiency motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technology in a single, compact, customisable, plug-and-play solution. The LV Titanium platform is far
more than a drive simply bolted on to a motor. Instead, it is engineered as a fully integrated concept, with an advanced drive module purpose-designed from the outset for optimal performance with a high efficiency permanent magnet (PM) motor. The axial drive is mounted on the end of the motor, saving space and making the LV Titanium ideal for applications like vertical pumps. It is also very quiet in operation. A further advantage of the LV
Titanium is that it can operate over a wide range of speed and torque requirements, with the capability to deliver high torque at low speeds. “We developed the LV Titanium in collaboration with customers who asked us to help them achieve energy savings and reduced carbon emissions without installation complexity,” said Floeck.
“This Variable Speed Motor delivers just that - advanced performance in a compact, user-friendly and speed- controlled motor package that draws on our decades of application expertise.” Plug-and-play functionality means the
LV Titanium needs no commissioning, as the fully integrated motor and drive are commissioned and optimised to work together before leaving the factory. This makes installation fast and easy, with no need for cabinets or electrical rooms, and specially trained personnel are not required. The LV Titanium has an intuitive
control panel with customer friendly analogue and digital inputs and outputs (I/O) together with a simple built-in PLC, while its connectivity features include the Modbus RTU communications protocol for easy integration with PLCs and other control devices.
Thanks to its compact design and high power density, the Variable Speed Motor is at least two frame sizes smaller than comparable induction motors, making it suitable for installations where space is at a premium, such as in replacing older, inefficient motors.
The possibilities for energy cost savings by switching to the LV Titanium are illustrated by comparing it with a conventional, standalone, fixed speed motor in a 7.5 kW centrifugal pumping application - one of the main sweet spots for the IE5 Variable Speed Motor. The annual savings on the electricity bill are estimated at well over Euro 4,000
based on a typical energy cost for Europe of Euro 0.21/kWh. At the same time, there is an yearly reduction of 6,000 kg in CO2 emissions based on the average European carbon intensity factor of 0.3 kg CO2/ kWh (source -
https://ourworldindata.org/ grapher/carbon-intensity-electricity). The LV Titanium Variable Speed Motor is
currently available in smaller sizes from 1.5 kW while the platform will expand to cover applications up to 30 kW for a wide range of industrial sectors – from water treatment and chemical processing to food and beverage. In addition to being available off the shelf, the motor can be customised to suit specific customer requirements. With its groundbreaking efficiency, versatility, robustness, and compact design, the LV Titanium is poised to transform industrial operations worldwide by offering a forward-thinking solution that not only meets current needs but also anticipates future industry demands. The Vaasa site is a global centre for both R&D and manufacturing, producing 125,000 low-voltage electric motors each year, with 90% of output custom- designed to meet specific customer needs. By prioritising sustainability through energy efficient practices such as reusing heat, recycling, and responsible waste management, the facility saves over 7000 MWh annually, and reduces CO2 emissions by 6500 tonnes each year. The November issue of Automation will include an interview with Ivor Vidjen, global head of strategy, BD & Transformation, IEC LV Motors, who shares his passion for sustainability and emphasises the importance of making a business case for energy efficiency.
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