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How to think ahead and save money on your electrical system

By Steven Rossiter on 24th Aug 2022

High-efficiency energy systems significantly reduce utility bills.   But even the lowest cost electrical systems are major investments. And when they fail, they cause significant downtime and expensive repairs.& …

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What is a VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 14th Nov 2014

What is a VFD control panel?Sometimes your work space is dusty, dirty, wet, humid, corrosive, or hot. In those harsh environments, you cannot just mount your VFD exposed. You need a VFD Control panel – an enclosure that protec …

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How to Maintain Your VFD Control Panel

By Dan Hansen on 25th Sep 2014

A few rules to followAt VFDs.com we see many VFDs and control panels that have encountered a shortened life span. Many of the problems we see are avoidable with proper maintenance. One of the best ways to get the most out of yo …

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F3R - Outdoor Rated VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 19th Sep 2014

What is the F3RThe F3R is a variable frequency drive control panel manufactured by Motor Drives International. 3R stands for NEMA 3R. This VFD panel is very popular in outdoor applications, such as agriculture, rock crushing, …

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FF1 – Fans & Pumps VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 11th Sep 2014

What is a FF1?The FF1 is a variable frequency drive control panel (also known as VFD in a box, VFD enclosure, or motor control panel) that is manufactured by Motor Drives International. Along with its siblings - SV1 & F3R, …

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SV1 - HVAC VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 12th Aug 2014

What is an SV1The intelligent design of the MDI (Motor Drives International) enclosed drive panels, including the SV1 system, have been engineered with you and your toughest electrical applications in mind giving you the peace of …

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