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The ABCs and 123s of Variable Frequency Drives

A User’s Guide to VFD Terminology

October 17, 2024

In this white paper, you will find some real-world definitions of many of the confusing terms thrown around in VFD manuals and technical articles.

Behind the Scenes: A Look at Regal Rexnord’s All-Electric Innovations

Electrification Mega-Trend Shaping the HVAC Products of the Future

Dylan Kurt

September 25, 2024

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To serve customers who want to decarbonize and become more efficient, the folks at Regal Rexnord are leveraging new technology to meet new standards.

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Troubleshooting PSC Fan Motors

Common problems are usually electrical or mechanical failures

Joe Marchese

July 15, 2024

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Troubleshooting PSC fan motors is a common task for service technicians, and failures tend to be either electrical or mechanical.

HVAC Solutions Help Data Centers Achieve Sustainability

The right equipment can reduce energy consumption, as well as the carbon footprint

Joanna R. Turpin

June 19, 2023

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The rapid expansion of data centers has raised concerns about their massive energy use and carbon footprint. However, adopting sustainable HVAC solutions can reduce a data center’s environmental impact and energy consumption.

Comparing and Contrasting PSC, ECM 2.3, and X13 HVACR Motors

X13 ECMs provide very efficient operation and tend to work well in single stage- and two-stage equipment

Paul Flora

May 7, 2023

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PSC motors can be referred to as constant speed motors; X13 ECMs can be referred to as constant torque motors; and ECM 2.3 variable-speed motors can be referred to as constant airflow motors.

ABB Acquires Siemens’ Low-Voltage NEMA Motor Business

May 5, 2023

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The business employs around 600 people and generated revenues of approximately $63 million in 2021.

ABB invests $170 million in the US

April 14, 2023

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ABB is accelerating its growth strategy in the U.S. by investing approximately $170 million and creating highly skilled jobs in manufacturing, innovation, and distribution operations.

How Inverter Technology Revolutionized HVAC Systems

Inverter-driven compressors reduce energy usage and carbon emissions, while providing better comfort

Joanna R. Turpin

March 23, 2023

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Inverter technology is being incorporated into a wider range of HVAC systems, allowing the equipment to operate at lower speeds and consume less energy, which results in significant energy savings and lower carbon emissions.

Motor, Drive Selection Key to Future HVAC Fan Efficiency Standards

Six things the fan industry should know

Tim Albers Jim Ellis

January 11, 2023

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HVAC industry members are debating how the DOE’s new rules — the first-ever for commercial and industrial fans — will impact their operations.

Why Changing Refrigerants May Mean Your Existing Pump Needs Replacing

New refrigerants may affect the current pump

Pablo Martinez-Moore

May 23, 2021

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When changing the refrigerant within your pumping application, it is worth discussing the application with a process specialist.

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The ABCs and 123s of Variable Frequency Drives

Behind the Scenes: A Look at Regal Rexnord’s All-Electric Innovations

Troubleshooting PSC Fan Motors

HVAC Solutions Help Data Centers Achieve Sustainability

Comparing and Contrasting PSC, ECM 2.3, and X13 HVACR Motors

ABB Acquires Siemens’ Low-Voltage NEMA Motor Business

ABB invests $170 million in the US

How Inverter Technology Revolutionized HVAC Systems

Motor, Drive Selection Key to Future HVAC Fan Efficiency Standards

Why Changing Refrigerants May Mean Your Existing Pump Needs Replacing

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