Electricity and Control May 2023

COVER ARTICLE

Cost savings through Bearings International and ABB electric motors

B earings International (BI) is a leading distributor of bearings and power transmission products in South Africa. The company offers a wide range of products, including ABB electric motors, which are known for their high quality and reliability. ABB is a global leader in power and automation technologies, providing solutions for a variety of industries and applications. ABB motors are available through Bearings International’s nationwide network, making them easily accessible for industrial operations across the country. Cost saving is a crucial factor for any industrial operation and ABB electric motors are an excellent investment for businesses looking to achieve exactly that. One way in which the motors help in achieving cost savings is through their energy efficiency, which results in reduced operating costs. “A common mistake made when buying an electric motor is to look only at the purchase price. In most applications, the purchase price of the motor only accounts for less than 3% of the total cost of ownership. The largest capital outlay is in the running costs of the motor, which can amount to as much as 95% of the cost of ownership, with downtime making up the balance of the costs (<2%). It is therefore imperative for businesses to choose reliable and energy-efficient motors if they want to cut costs,” says Stephen Bekker, BI Business Unit Leader for Motors & Drives. Upgrading to premium-efficiency technologies, such as ABB electric motors, is a simple and cost-effective way to cut energy consumption and reduce operating costs. For instance, a recent upgrade to an ABB electric motor in a constant torque application resulted in a 20% reduction in running costs, leading to savings of approximately R21 683 per year. This demonstrates the significant impact that ABB electric motors can have on reducing energy costs for businesses. ABB electric motors offer a longer lifespan and reduced maintenance costs in a comprehensive range of reliable and high-efficiency motors for all processes and applications. As a value-added service, ABB also offers product innovation upgrades for longer life and less downtime, customer training programmes for proper product application, and inventory management programmes, all to help reduce costs. By providing customised solutions for specific industrial applications, ABB electric motors can help businesses optimise their operations and achieve cost savings. Whether the setting is domestic or industrial, ABB electric motors

are an excellent investment for businesses looking to achieve cost savings. Bearings International’s partnership with ABB provides industrial operations with access to reliable and cost-effective electric motors. ABB’s commitment to energy

efficiency and cost savings makes its motors a valuable asset for any operation looking to improve the bottom line and reduce their environmental impact. By choosing ABB electric motors through Bearings International, industrial operations can ensure their equipment is reliable, efficient, and cost-effective in the long run.

Through its partnership with ABB, Bearings International offers industrial operations a comprehensive range of energy efficient motors which deliver long term cost savings.

For more information contact Bearings International. Tel: +27 (0)11 899 0000 Email: motors@bearings.co.za Visit: www.bearings.co.za

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