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What can I do to Minimise Motor Failure?
51% of Motor Failures are bearing related A Huge 51% of Motor Failures are bearing related, with the top three
Drive systems in modern times: bearing current
Bearing currents: what are they and why can they be problematic? A few months after starting up, some new drive
Power failure: What does a drive do when power dips?
Public electricity supplies are generally reliable, but they do suffer disturbances. Obviously, a total loss of supply results in all
How to fix warning code A7AB on an ACH580
We provide 24/7 Technical Support to engineers, our dedicated Support line is available 8am – 5pm every day, manned by one
What is the realistic life expectancy of a modern Variable Speed Drive?
Even the most reliable industrial equipment can’t last forever. In the case of Variable Speed Drives, assuming a quality product
Motor Windings: What are the differences?
Motor windings can take many shapes or forms. However 3-phase distributed windings are the most commonly used in AC motors
What happens when the problem goes beyond the drive application?
Last month we had a callout to a utility customer who had an ABB low harmonic 315kw VSD fail on
How to correctly set up a VSD?
A Variable Speed Drive controls motor speed and torque by varying the motor input voltage and frequency. A very close
What is Industry 4.0? Explained by an engineer for an engineer.
Until the scientific revolution most human cultures did not believe in progress. They thought the golden age was in the
How do I connect the power cables for an ABB ACS800 Drive?
1/2. If shielded cable is used (not required but recommended), use a separate PE cable (1) or a cable
Why is it important to carry out a thermal audit?
Carrying out a complete, reliable heat balance allows you to consider which management solutions best suit your needs. First of
How can I stop Bearing Current Failures?
How to deal with persistent bearing currents On rare occasions, operators in the process industry may note that their low
Why Quantum Controls?
Quantum Controls are the UK’s leading supplier of Variable Speed Drives, Electric Motors & Support Services. During 2018 we formed new Service Partnerships with major Drive Suppliers in the UK and are the Official Drives Service Partner for Schneider, Danfoss, Vacon, Mitsubishi and Control Techniques Nidec, and have engineers fully trained on Siemens Drives.
We’re also proud to be the winner of the prestigious Corporate Excellence ‘Drives and Motor Supplier of the Year’ award for the last four years in a row.
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Our Services
We offer 24/7 Support, Service and Repairs for all your Variable Speed Drives as well as Bespoke Panel Building and Training Courses for engineers.
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Over 1500 VSDs, up to 4.5MW, available to hire. We can also provide you with Motors, Generators, Cable and much more. All your temporary rental needs from one company.
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Over 25 years experience supplying and supporting Variable Speed Drives for all applications.
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