Why use Omron Variable speed drives?
Whilst the whole issue of energy efficiency is vast, there remains an opportunity for users of fans and pumps, where there exists the possibility of reducing the speed of these devices, to potentially save significant amounts of energy and hence cost. Once the initial costs are paid back, these savings are profit for the organisation. Some facts: Electric motors account for over 60% of the electricity used in UK industry There are estimated to be over 10 million motors installed in UK industry The running costs of these motors is estimated to be over £3bn Looking at motors in more detail: A motors running costs can exceed the purchase costs within one month A 110KW motor may consume up to £1m of electricity in it’s 20 year lifetime What can de done: One part of an overall energy efficiency program is to fit Variable Speed Drives to suitable applications.
