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Chem-Flow, based in Chicago, IL, specializes in manufacturing chemical feed systems for varied chemical processing markets. In developing exact dispensing and metering solutions Chem-Flow pays a great deal of attention to choosing the right AC drives. As VP of Operations, Henry Glick, explains, "When you are designing systems whose function is to perform precise metering, transferring and mixing of multiple chemicals, drives are an intrinsically crucial component. Our customers take drive p …

Lenze Brake Rectifiers   An external brake resistor is needed to decelerate larger moments of inertia or in the event of longer operations in generator mode. It converts braking energy into heat. AC Tech Lenze Rectifiers convert AC voltage supply to DC supply. Output voltages are calculated as follows: • Bridge rectifier (full wave) Vdc =  Vac/1.1 • Half wave rectifier Vdc = Vac/2.2 Coil Voltage Selection Supply Volts (AC) Rectifier Type  Coil Voltage …

Raypak, the developer of the original low mass, high recovery copper fin tube boiler, is headquartered in Oxnard California. "To address temperature fluctuation, we developed our own Cold Water Run electronic controls that provide constant condensation protection to our boilers," says Raypak Director of Engineering Robert Glass. The Raypak Cold Water Run system consists of a SMVector Variable-Frequency Drive, controls, copper and bronze waterways including the heater pump, and a system …

Wachter Packautomatik GmbH & Co. KG designs and manufactures custom automated packaging systems. Incorporating a tailor-made automation solution from Lenze, Wachter Packautomatik replaced a multi-vendor automation system with their own system thereby reducing engineering, commissioning and maintenance costs. As a specialist in ultra-modern packaging technology, Wachter was also able to realize new functions that improve the performance of the machines and cut down on automation components. …

Leading global manufacturer of electrical and mechanical drives, motion control and automation technology, Lenze Americas, announced today that the company won a 2015 Engineers' Choice award, sponsored by Control Engineering. Lenze's Smart Motor product was recognized in the category of motion control. "Lenze is honored to receive this prestigious award from Control Engineering, a leading publication and voice in the automation industry," said Susan Duval, marketing manager, L …