Keeping up with the terminology surrounding the usage of variable frequency drives can be daunting. Maybe if there were one place where you could look up definitions of these ever-increasing terms, it ...

A variable frequency driven (VFD) is a type of motor that controls the levels of frequency and voltage that alter the speed of an electric motor. The drive alters torque and motor speed and can be ...

Not all inverter-duty motors are built the same—do you know how insulation quality impacts performance and lifespan?

Compressors with variable-frequency drives work more efficiently than conventional units, and reduce maintenance costs and noise levels. Compressed air is a vital utility to most commercial and ...

David Greenfield: Welcome to the Automation World Gets Your Questions Answered podcast, where we connect with industry experts to get the answers you need about industrial automation technologies. And ...

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RS, a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, offers Schneider Electric's Altivar Solar ATV320 variable ...

AC drives offer significant market opportunities due to their role in enhancing energy efficiency and supporting automation and sustainable practices. Key growth drivers include their applicability in ...

It is interesting to look at figures from the Energy Information Administration about where energy gets consumed in our economy. These figures reveal that industrial uses account for 31% of all energy ...

Rising Adoption of Industrial Automation: Increased automation in manufacturing, material handling, and logistics requires precise speed control and energy management, boosting the use of braking ...