ABB has launched an
energy appraisal team that
can provide industry and
commerce with an analysis
of the energy saving
potential within a plant’s
motor-driven applications.

During the appraisal, a
plant’s installed motor
base is examined and applications
that can benefit from the installation
of variable speed drives identified.

ABB’s engineers may also review
existing business operations and
technology to identify the scope for
improvements in energy efficiency
and reduced CO2 emissions.

Benefits that can result from the
appraisal include: clearly identified
energy savings and CO2
emissions reduction; estimated
payback times; and a review of
current maintenance schemes
and spares holdings. ABB will
also offer advice on: retrofitting
drives to current fixed speed
motor applications; replacing
drive or motor components as
part of a preventive maintenance
plan; upgrading entire drive systems
to the latest technology or to extend
the functionality of drives and
motors; and recycling.