How to Choose the Correct VFD Control Mode: V/Hz vs Sensorless Vector vs Closed Loop One of the most common reasons a VFD performs poorly — or fails prematurely — is the wrong control mode being selected. Modern inverter drives…
VFD Installation Mistakes That Cause Drive Failures (And How to Avoid Them) Most VFD “failures” aren’t random — they’re caused by a handful of install mistakes that quietly cook drives over time: poor grounding, wrong cable, bad ventilation, incorrect braking…
VFDs for High-Torque Applications: Best Models for Crushers, Mixers & Compressors Crushers, mixers, and compressors impose heavy starting torque, cyclic loads, and continuous stress on motors. Not all inverter drives can handle that punishment. The key is selecting a heavy-duty…
ABB vs Danfoss vs Allen Bradley: Which Drive Performs Best in Harsh Environments? In heavy industrial and outdoor applications, variable frequency drives (VFDs) face some of the harshest operating conditions imaginable — dust, heat, vibration, humidity, and sometimes even salt-laden…
Top 5 Inverter Drives for Fan and Blower Applications in 2025 Fans and blowers are classic variable-torque loads, so trimming speed with a VFD can slash energy use, reduce noise, and extend belt/bearing life. Below are five proven drives we…
Best Compact VFDs Under 1kW – Ideal for Small Motors and OEM Panels Compact variable frequency drives (VFDs) under 1kW are the backbone of small automation systems, OEM panels, and light-duty machinery. Whether you’re controlling a fractional horsepower motor, fan,…
Case Study: Automating a Food Processing Line with Omron PLC + Invertek VFD Automation is transforming food manufacturing — improving consistency, traceability, and uptime while lowering energy costs. This case study explains how a UK food processing plant modernised its…
What Is Motor Slip and How Does It Affect VFD Performance? When discussing AC motors and variable frequency drives (VFDs), one term you’ll often hear is “slip.” Slip is a critical concept that defines the difference between a motor’s synchronous…
Case Study: Using VFDs to Control Water Pressure in Municipal Pump Stations Small municipal water utilities face increasing pressure to reduce energy use, maintain stable system pressure, avoid bursts and downtime, and operate pumps efficiently. In this case study we…
