Electricity + Control September 2019

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DRIVES, MOTORS + SWITCHGEAR

Reducing complexity in panel design A leading low-voltage electrical distribution system designed to reduce the complexities often associated with panel design is available from ElectroMechanica (EM), specialist supplier of high-end industrial electrical products, motor control switchgear and electronic automation products. Quadro+ from Hager combines modularity with familiar low-voltage (LV) components to simplify the design of professional distribution solutions. EM Product Manager, Christo van Rensburg, says, “The Quadro+ modules include assemblies, equipment and accessories required to build a complete enclosure, with IP30 or IP55 protection levels up to 4 000 A. This is a tried-and-tested international solution.” The Quadro+ system is designed around a rigid frame that offers adaptability, ease of assembly and quick build times, along with quality components. EM can offer customers complete solutions. When customers partner with EM, they can design and build a complete LV electrical distribution system suited to their requirements. The Quadro+ system includes support of essential third-party products like Socomec changeover switches, Lovato motor control and metering, Delta variable speed drives and automation products, with little additional effort. “This gives customers a single point of contact for all their needs and significantly simplifies the complexity associated with completing projects on-time,” says van Rensburg. EM offers a comprehensive range of enclosures, from a two-way surface enclosure to 168-way flush or surface distribution boards. IP65-rated enclosures are also available. While this range is suitable for residential and small commercial buildings, the Quadro+ system is tailored specifically for the larger commercial and industrial markets. “Selecting Quadro+, you opt for a fully-tested LV electrical distribution solution that has continually proven its worth in different industries. Quadro+ is manufactured in Italy, to exacting IEC and EN-62439-1&2 standards in respect of safety, performance and reliability,” van Rensburg highlights. The rigid structure (IK10 and IP55) of the enclosures provides for extra durability. Cabinets are shipped flat-packed to save on transport and storage costs. Only eight screws are needed to assemble the frame and all the screws are pre-mounted for a hassle-free and quick turnaround time. “The supporting HagerCad software makes planning and designing each system intuitive, simple and fast. Customers also benefit from local technical support and expertise. For designing, building or installing a distribution system, the Quadro+ solution offers convenience, adaptability, rigidity and overall quality. EM and Hager see this as a further opportunity to build on our reputation of being a trusted, reliable and on-time partner

Energy-efficient drives leapfrog ageing technology For ageing sawmills and sugar mills in KwaZulu- Natal the latest energy-efficient drives from SEW- EURODRIVE present an opportunity to cut costs and boost productivity. Clive O’Reilly, the company’s Branch Manager for KwaZulu-Natal, says the Durban branch is one of the key strategic locations for SEW-EURODRIVE. As well as a significant stockholding, the branch has a repair and service capability, an assembly line for new drive units and an in-house spray-painting facility. “Pulp and paper and sugar production are highly specialised industries with specific requirements and SEW-EURODRIVE is able to meet most of these needs with its standard geared units and industrial gearboxes, which are assembled locally. “They are energy-intensive industries so energy efficiency and optimisation are key. This is where, when it comes to standard IEC motors, our range plays an important role,” O’Reilly adds. He says many sawmills and sugar mills have old gearboxes – some of which have been running 20 years or more and are long past their service life. These need to be replaced and, he notes, “At the same time the sector is looking to leapfrog to the latest technology.” While the older drive trains comprise traditional components such as sprockets and chains, the latest trend is for direct drives onto the application itself. This reduces maintenance for end users, as it means less stockholding of critical spares such as V belts, pulleys, sprockets and chains, and increased efficiency simply due to it being a direct drive as opposed to a traditional mechanical system. The Durban branch also has a technical team that can attend to any issues on-site, such as emergency repairs or breakdowns. “Our fast turnaround time on delivery and aftermarket service is a key differentiator for us,” O’Reilly adds. This is especially important in industries such as pulp and paper and sugar where any downtime has a major impact on the bottom line. Enquiries: SEW-EURODRIVE. Email: info@sew.co.za or visit: www.sew-eurodrive.co.za

for more than 30 years,” van Rensburg concludes. Enquiries: Karen Zotter at ElectroMechanica. Tel: +27 (0)11 249 5000, email: karenz@em.co.za

Quadro+ is a leading low voltage electrical distribution system.

Today, direct drives are replacing older mechanical drive trains to reduce energy costs and improve production efficiencies.

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