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3. THE EXPANDING VFD MARKET
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The global VFD market is growing. These drives are emerging as an
integral part of several machine markets, both small- and large-scale.
They are used in applications ranging from small devices to large
compressors.
Globally, VFDs are used across several end-user sectors, including
infrastructure, industrial, power generation, oil & gas. Growing
emphasis from government organizations to reduce energy
consumption to achieve a net zero energy goal is one of the key trends
contributing to the growth of the market.
Rapid technological advancements along with proliferation of
connected devices in commercial, household, and industrial sectors
coupled with rising awareness about the benefits of these drives are
encouraging their adoption.
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WHAT IS A VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE?
A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is a type of adjustable-speed
drive used in electro-mechanical drive systems to control AC motor
speed and torque by varying motor input frequency and voltage.
Other names for a VFD are variable speed drive, adjustable speed
drive, adjustable frequency drive, inverter drive or AC drive.
HOW DOES A VFD WORK?
First, the converter
(usually a diode rectifier)
converts three-phase AC
power to DC power.
Next, the DC Bus stores
and filters the DC power in
a large bank of capacitors.
Last, the inverter (usually
a set of six IGBTs)
switches or inverts the DC
power in a Pulse Width
Modulated (PWM) AC
waveform to the motor.
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BENEFITS OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES?
KEEPS STARTING CURRENT IN CONTROL
A VFD has the capability of starting the motor at zero voltage and
frequency, which keeps a check on motor winding flexing and heat
generation. This helps in extending the motor life.
There are six primary benefits of VFDs:
REDUCES POWER LINE
DISTURBANCES
Any voltage sag caused in the power line can
adversely affect voltage sensitive devices such
as proximity switches, sensors, and computers.
Using VFDs eliminates voltage sag.
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BENEFITS OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES?
DEMANDS LOWER POWER ON START
Power required to start an ac motor across the line is substantially greater than
with a VFD. When industrial customers start these motors during peak hours of
electrical consumption, they are likely to be charged with surge prices. However,
with VFD demanding lower starting power, the issue can be addressed.
Helps in controlling operating speed
and acceleration
Applications such as bottling lines that include
easy-to-tip product significantly benefit from a
gradual increase in power. This allows conveyer
belts to smoothly rev up rather than an abrupt
jerk to full power. They also allow speed to be
remotely adjusted by a controller. Control is
speed and acceleration are a big bonus to
industries in a production process.
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BENEFITS OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES?
Limits and adjusts torque
The drive is capable of limiting and adjusting the amount of torque so the ac
motor never surpasses this limit. This protects machinery from damage and
protects the process or product.
Saves energy and cost
A VFD regulating a pump motor that usually runs
less than full speed can cut down energy
consumption over a motor running at constant
speed for the same period. In addition, it
eliminates the need for mechanical drive
components, which also helps reduce overall
costs.
(Ref: https://www.controleng.com/articles/vfds-six-
benefits-energy-efficiency)
8. MESSUNG PRESENTS VFDS FROM
FUJI ELECTRIC, JAPAN
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Fuji Electric delivers high-performance inverters that offer automatically controlled
motor operations and operating speeds for a wide variety of drive applications.
The precision control of Fuji Electric inverters allows AC drives to operate at an
optimal speed throughout your application, reducing overall power and energy
consumption to minimize operating costs.
Main features:
• general purpose class designed for ease of use
• environmentally-friendly long-life design (10 years)
• compliant with RoHS directives
• compact package to optimize panel space and application versatility
• can be used in most types of applications – from conveyor systems, fans, pumps
and HVAC to specialised machinery
• includes standard and specialised models that can maximise performance for each
application
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FUJI RANGE OF VFDs
FRENIC MINI - 0.1 TO 15KW (200V / 400V)
With its functionality, compact design, simple operation, and global
compatibility, the new FRENIC-Mini elevates the performance of a
wide range of devices and equipment -including conveyors, fans,
pumps, centrifugal separators, and food processing machines - to
give you the system integration, energy efficiency, reduced labour,
and lower overall costs you're looking for.
FVR MICRO - 0.1 TO 2.2KW (200V / 400V)
The FVR-Micro is the simple yet tough inverter to serve a multiplicity of needs. It
is economical, demonstrating great effectiveness with a small initial cost. Because
of the simple and compact design, FVR-Micro is preferred for applications which
require small space, small capacities, and simple and basic function, such as
traversing conveyors, fans, pumps, noodle-making machines, woodworking
machinery, etc. Once installed, users will enjoy its user-friendliness, simple
operation and easy maintenance.
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FUJI RANGE OF VFDs
FRENIC ACE - 0.4 TO 315KW (400V)
The FRENIC-Ace Inverters are full feature drives offering great value and maintain high
performance through optimal design for a wide range of applications. The FRENIC-Ace can
be used in most types of application-from fans and pumps to specialised machinery.
Frenic HVAC - 0.75 to 710 KW (400V)
50% of energy consumption in office buildings is related to air conditioning. The
FRENIC HVAC series is the dedicated inverter for HVAC that features functions
and performances offer the optimal thermal environment for the people working
in the building by keeping the energy consumption in various devices
(compressor, condenser water pump, AHU and others) to the minimum.
Fuji also offers VFDs in 690 Volt Class for higher capacities.
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WHY MESSUNG?
Messung is a reputed organisation with forty years of experience in the business.
A pioneer and first indigenous PLC system manufacturer.
Proven expertise in industrial automation and other sectors.
Messung's industrial automation solutions cover Process Automation, Servo & Motion
Control Automation, and General Purpose Automation.
Messung partners with your industry, understand your needs and challenges, and
develops PLC panels & servo drive solutions that are just right for you, today and in
the future.
Messung offers a range of
• World-class Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Remote I/O Modules designed by Messung for Modbus, CANopen and their own
‘Mesbus’
• Servo & Motion Control solutions manufactured by Sigmatek, Austria and Fuji
Electric, Japan
• VFD Drives from Fuji Electric
• Human Machine Interface (HMI)
• SCADA Applications for a gamut of applications across diverse industries.