Abingdon – UK: As of 1 January, 2017, IE3-grade energy efficiency will be compulsory in the European Union for mains-operated electric motors in the rated power range from 0.75 kW to 375 kW. This extension to smaller motor sizes is based on the Regulation (EC) 640/2009 implementing Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC. In early 2016, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS already started offering motors rated 0.12 kW and higher according to IEC 60034-30-1 IE3 efficiency and NEMA MG1 Premium Efficiency. Thus, the manufacturer exceeds the legal requirements, specifically in the small performance range. These units make up the bulk of all motors currently in operation. In order to make the changeover easy for machine and plant manufacturers, the dimensions of NORD’s IE3 motors remain largely identical to those of IE2 models, allowing for retrofitting without any modifications to machines and plants. Moreover, the NORD portfolio includes motors featuring an IE4 or Super Premium Efficiency rating that are inverter-controlled by default. These solutions achieve even higher efficiency levels. NORD provides comprehensive information and expert guidance in selecting motors for worldwide use and designing future-proof systems and plants.
| Illustration: Drive configuration in line with ecological standards: the NORD portfolio covers all current international efficiency classes, including IE3 motors from 0.12 kW output |
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About NORD DRIVESYSTEMS
A developer and manufacturer of drive technology for over 50 years, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS employs more than 3,300 people and is one of the world’s leading suppliers of full-scale, comprehensive drive solutions. NORD’s portfolio ranges from standard drives to customized solutions for demanding application requirements, e.g. based on energy-efficient or explosion-protected drives. Gross sales amounted to EUR 540 mn in the 2015 business year. Subsidiaries and distributors in 89 countries around the world and an extensive service network ensure minimal lead times and provide customer-oriented services wherever needed on short notice. NORD’s wide variety of gear types covers torques from 10 Nm to 250 kNm and more. The company also supplies motors with outputs from .12 kW to 1,000 kW and manufactures frequency inverters up to 160 kW. NORD’s inverter line-up features conventional models for installation in control cabinets as well as design types for fully integrated drive units in decentralized automation environments.
For technical information, please contact Andrew Stephenson at:
NORD GEAR LTD. (U.K.)
11 Barton Lane
Abingdon Science Park, Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 3NB
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1235-534404
E: [email protected]
Web: https://www.nord.com
