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[ { "title": "LEARN | Motor Protection pt 2 \u2013 Circuit Breakers vs Fuses", "nid": "601", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Motor Protection pt 2 \u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022d9c1931f-8aa1-46b6-9365-4cba1fd9eb2e\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Newsletter%20Motor%20Protection%20pt%202.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn this NEW series, we unpack motor protection. \u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/solutions-electrical/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=LEARN--Motor-Protection-Pt-1--The-importance-of-Motor-Protection\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPart 1\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E, we discussed the importance of motor protection.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe continue the series with Part 2 \u2013 a comparison of circuit breakers to fuses.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the beginning, only fuses were used in electrical distribution systems to protect people and equipment against short circuits, circuit overloads, and other types of faults. Then, circuit breakers were introduced, offering many advantages over fuses.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECircuit Breakers or Fuses?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor processing and manufacturing operations, protecting motors is crucial to maintain productivity. As the cost of a fuse is typically much lower than a circuit breaker, fuses have often been the choice for this application. However, circuit breakers have evolved a lot in recent years.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComparing modern circuit breakers to fuses reveals how circuit breakers can help machine manufacturers and facility management teams achieve greater safety and reliability, lower costs, and support for energy management initiatives.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Consistent performance\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOne downside of fuses is that their performance can degrade due to aging, even causing them to open during normal conditions. In addition, there is no way to test a fuse, so you will never know the exact current value that will cause it to open. In contrast, circuit breakers are tested during manufacture and can also be retested during their operating life to ensure performance is maintained.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Extended protection\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe breaking capacity of a circuit breaker can be greater than equivalent fuses (up to 150 kA). And under overload conditions, a circuit breaker can trip up to 1000 times faster than a fuse. Some circuit breakers also provide exceptional fault current limitation, a capability previously associated only with fuses. This not only supports reliable protection, it also reduces asset aging and extends service life. Another aspect of protection to keep in mind is that it\u2019s common for only one of three fuses to open, causing a motor to continue running on two phases, as well as potentially experiencing an overload. This will never happen with a circuit breaker, which will always break all three phases simultaneously.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Enhanced safety and uptime\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe use of fuses can represent a safety risk for technical personnel. Due to exposed conductors, replacement of fuses can be dangerous for unskilled people. The connections to circuit breakers are hidden behind the device, and operation can be done remotely. This makes breakers safer, especially for unskilled workers. One of the reported causes of fires in industrial environments is a fuse that has been replaced with the wrong model or rating, or even with wires or paper clips. These kinds of mistakes are avoided with circuit breakers, as they usually do not require replacement after a trip. Additionally, replacing fuses takes more time than simply reclosing a breaker. This means circuit breakers help minimize downtime and production losses.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E4. Cost savings\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs mentioned above, the cost of a single fuse is significantly less than the cost of a circuit breaker. However, when we consider the complete cost of an installation, there are other costs that need to be taken into account. First, of course, is that three fuses are required for a three-phase circuit, with each fuse requiring the cost of a fuse base. Second, unlike circuit breakers, fuses do not have any built-in switching capability, so the addition of an upstream switch is required. Fuses also require a larger enclosure, due to their heat dissipation. And finally, when one of three fuses opens, all three fuses should be replaced. This requires an expensive replacement stock of fuses to be kept on hand. So, in total, the complete cost of using fuses can be greater than a circuit breaker. Though occasional replacement of circuit breakers may be necessary, a single model of breaker can usually be used for different power ratings, which minimizes inventory.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5. Greater functionality\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EUnlike fuses, circuit breakers can be enhanced with additional functions, such as ground fault protection. They also allow for system coordination between breakers (e.g. selectivity, cascading). The newest, most advanced circuit breakers offer a large breadth of capabilities in a compact size with flexible designs that enable field-upgrading. Add-ons can include remote control and status indication, alarm and auxiliary contacts, power and energy measurements, and network communications.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIn summary\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ctable align=\u0022left\u0022 border=\u00221\u0022 cellpadding=\u00220\u0022 cellspacing=\u00220\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ctbody\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECircuit Breakers\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFuses\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETested during manufacture\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENo way to test a fuse\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECan be enhanced with additional functions\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECannot be enhanced\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAlways breaks all three phases simultaneously\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECommon for only one of three fuses to open\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESafer, usually do not require replacement after a trip\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EReplacement of fuses can be dangerous and time consuming\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECosts more, but replacement is only required occasionally\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECosts less, but the complete cost of using fuses can be greater than a circuit breaker\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBuilt-in switching capability\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022width:301px;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENo built-in switching 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data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00222c00ced6-8d45-4801-9fa9-69991251126c\u0022 height=\u0022205\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Motor%20Protection_2.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022430\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDid you know that improperly protected motors might result in unexpected production downtime, losses, and breakdowns in the machinery? In this NEW series, we unpack the many facets of motor protection. We kick off Part 1 with an overview as to the importance of adequately protecting motors.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy protect your motors? \u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe basic idea behind electric motors is pretty simple \u2013 supply electricity at one end and a metal rod or an axle at the other end, which will provide you with power to drive a machine. This traditional form of generating electricity has now been in existence for more than 200 years and is now an advanced technical breakthrough in the field of power generation and industrial automation.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe manufacturing industry in today\u2019s market dominates the industrial sphere. In this sector, a major portion of power is consumed to convert raw materials into finished goods. It is a mandatory resource, as over 50% of the work in today\u2019s manufacturing plant is attained by electric motors or new-age\u00A0servo motors. As per a research study to understand the electricity consumption trends, this percentage will continue to increase to sustain the production rate in the future.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThus, it\u2019s not really all that surprising that the production and manufacturing sector is dependent on electric motors. It\u2019s essential to ensure that motors and\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-category/3000-motor-starters-and-protection-components/\u0022\u003Emotor starters\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0are adequately protected. If you follow this, then it will provide you with maximum operating time and cut down on any chance of outages.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother thing to keep in mind is that, over the last few decades, a major amount of resources have been deployed to make the operating systems even more efficient. The control manufacturers are mainly involved in the development of improved and cost-effective\u00A0\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-subcategory/4665-motor-protection/\u0022\u003Emotor protection\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0devices.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe role of relays\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETo ensure motor protection, overload relays are used in circuits to protect motors and motor conductors. This saves the system from any damage caused by prolonged periods of overcurrent circuit conditions. \u003Cstrong\u003ESome of the functions of these relays are:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIt allows harmless, temporary overloads (like in the case of motor starters) without disrupting the circuit.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThey trip and open a circuit if the current is high enough to cause motor damage over a while.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIt can reset once the overload is removed. If the motors are exposed to the increased levels of continuous current and prolonged periods at locked rotor condition, severe damage to the motor and motor circuit conductors might occur.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left:36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe motors can be damaged or destroyed under any of the following conditions:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHigh or low supply voltage\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPhase unbalance\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EContinuous excessive loading\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESingle-phasing\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EJam or stall conditions\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGround/earth faults\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMechanical failures like seized motor bearing or binding mechanical linkages\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left:36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the end, the integration of proper servo motors can turn out to be quite beneficial, as it will ensure that the system of power management is optimised to the fullest. This will ensure that little to no problems are faced by businesses further down the line, ultimately leading to a situation where the goal of proper\u00A0\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-subcategory/5430-power-management-system/\u0022\u003Epower management\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0can be accomplished very quickly.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen talking about\u00A0\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-subcategory/4665-motor-protection/\u0022\u003Emotor protection\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0, if they are not adequately sized or configured, two possible scenarios can unfold. There are a few cases where they trip continuously and will consume valuable time from your maintenance staff, and in some cases they may not even trip in response to slight under voltage or overload, conditions that are not always evident and which reduce the service life of motors.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETo avoid some of the common mistakes while configuring motor protections, the following are the steps one should bear in mind.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1)\u00A0Under voltage Protections Set Too High\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMotors that are operating below their rated voltage might suffer from overheating and have a shorter life cycle. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), they do not recommend operating motors below 90% of their rated voltage for extended periods. Make sure that if an under voltage protection is set too high, it can, and probably will, disconnect the motor when not required.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor instance, three-phase motor if it has a rated voltage of 230V, which means the lowest operating voltage acceptable according to NEMA is 207V (230V x 90%). However, if an adjustable under voltage relay is set at 220V, a 5% reduction in voltage will be enough to disconnect the motor.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2)\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0\u003Cstrong\u003EThermal Overload Set Incorrectly\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe basic requirement for overload protection setting for motors is 125% of their full-load current according to the NEC; however, it makes sure you read the overload relay instructions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESome manufacturers have the 125% setting built in, which means you must set the overload protection at the motor\u2019s nameplate current.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the 125% value is not built into the relay, you must set it at the motor\u2019s nameplate current \u002B 25%.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor example, assume you want to protect a motor with 60A of full-load current, and you have an overload relay that can be set from 50A to 100A. If the device already factors in the 125%, you must set it at 60A. If not, the correct setting is 75A (60A \u002B 25%).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf overload protection is set too low, the motor can be disconnected even when operating normally. For example, if the protection device described above came with the dial set at 50A, and it was left that way for a 60A motor, it may not trip immediately if the engine is just lightly loaded which gives the impression that it is working correctly. However, higher motor loads that bring current above 50A will trip the device.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOf course, overload protection shouldn\u2019t be set too high either, since the motor will not be protected adequately from overload. For example, if you add 25% when setting an overload relay that already has the 125% value built in, the actual overload protection value will be 156%, which does not meet the NEC.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3)\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0\u003Cstrong\u003EMagnetic Protection Set Incorrectly\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the circumstances like fault conditions, magnetic protections must disconnect the motor immediately but must allow the inrush current without disconnection. Another thing that one should keep in mind is that if the magnetic protection is fixed, make sure its trip curve allows the inrush current, which can be up to 800% of rated current only. Whereas, if the magnetic protection is adjustable, then set a value so that it will not trip with the inrush current. Make sure that the inrush current is lower, if the motor has a reduced-voltage starter, a solid-state starter or a variable frequency drive.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=PRODUCT-NEWS--Easy-Overcurrent-Protection-with-Schneiders-Easergy-P3\u0022\u003EDISCOVER\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E Schneider\u2019s Easergy P3 Relay for MV Applications\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2.\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-subcategory/2935-servo-drives-and-servo-motors/\u0022\u003E EXPLORE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E Schneider\u2019s Servo Drives and Motors\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECHAT\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to us for a Schneider Electric solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E4.\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E \u003C/a\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E \u003C/a\u003Eto receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2019/05/22/importance-of-motor-protection-in-modern-industries/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2019/05/22/importance-of-motor-protection-in-modern-industries/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2019/03/07/motor-protection-three-common-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2019/03/07/motor-protection-three-common-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Dec 2021", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "READ | Drives are everywhere", "nid": "598", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EOur friends at\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/solutions-electrical/index.php\u0022\u003ESIEMENS\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Eremind us that drives are literally everywhere. You don\u00B4t always see them, but they are an important part of machines, of production facilities or of baggage handling systems in airports...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022bags 1\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a3ecc5f6-6289-4912-94e5-845bf3516130\u0022 height=\u0022253\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/1.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022386\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EData for Digitalization\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDigitalization needs data. Information is considered the fuel of digitalization. To get more flexibility, more efficiency and ultimately more productivity out of machines, production facilities and even airports, you need to know what they are doing. You need to know about the properties, the status and the behaviour of your machines. And one easy way to get this information is \u2013 you guessed it \u2013 the drive train.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDrives are everywhere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt doesn\u00B4t really matter if you are producing cars or toothpaste or if you are transporting luggage. If you use a machine, there is some kind of drive inside.\u00A0Digitalization of the drive train\u00A0is connected closely to digitalization of your machines and your factories. However, since drives can generate a lot of data, drive technology represents an ideal entry into digitalization.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFrom design through commissioning up to servicing machines\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStarting with design, planning and engineering, digitalization of the drive train helps machine builders to shorten the time-to-market of a machine. With a digital twin, a virtual representation of the drive train, they can simulate many possible scenarios and find out where problems or bottlenecks could arise. Through virtual commissioning based on behaviour models, and supported by our engineering and commissioning tools, machine builders can shorten the commissioning time in the real world. And the data acquired during production can be captured and analysed on\u00A0industrial cloud-platforms.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThrough drive-based digitalization machine users can get fundamental data about the machine status and its performance, and optimize their production accordingly. And it brings service one step closer to the factory \u2013 through consultation and implementation of digitalization solutions,\u00A0predictive services\u00A0and remote support.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the help of a digital twin you can optimize your production \u2013 or the baggage handling system of an airport. And through predictive maintenance you can even predict, when a conveyor is going to fail.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDigitalization in drive technology at the airport\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn\u00A0airport\u00A0is a very good example of how digitalization can be used to increase your productivity and the happiness of your customers. First of all: depending on the size of the airport, a baggage handling system can be quite complex. With the help of a digital twin you can optimize your strategy and minimize the bottlenecks during the engineering phase. Once you set up the handling system you can get a full and transparent overview of your system through the data from your drives and optimally use its capacity. And on top of this, with the right kind of analytics you can even predict when a conveyor in a baggage handling system is going to fail \u2013 before it happens\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022bags 2\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022fce208d7-df0c-48a1-8f0f-8b08ed511583\u0022 height=\u0022250\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_0.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022377\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources: \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=DISCOVER--Siemens-range-of-SINAMICS-S120-Drives\u0022\u003EDISCOVER\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E the Siemens range of SINAMICS drives\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for a Siemens solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles, straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://ingenuity.siemens.com/2019/11/drives-are-everywhere/\u0022\u003Ehttps://ingenuity.siemens.com/2019/11/drives-are-everywhere/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Siemens" }, { "title": "DISCOVER | Siemens range of SINAMICS S120 Drives", "nid": "596", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESINAMICS S120 high performance modular drive system\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith a wide range of coordinated components and functions in a complete drives package, SINAMICS S120 modular drives are designed for motion control and a spectrum of high-performance drive applications in mechanical and systems engineering.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESimply the world\u0027s best drive system for demanding single- or multi-axis servo applications\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESINAMICS S120\u00A0drives include high-performance single drives and coordinated drives (multiple-axis applications) with vector or servo functionalities that allow implementation of customized high performance drive solutions for the ultimate in flexibility and increased productivity. In addition to an innovative system architecture and digital communication options, these drives come in a variety of designs and cooling types, delivering performance from 0.16 to 6,000 HP, and featuring efficient engineering and quick commissioning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Sinamics\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a6d83306-d6d8-483f-99e3-bb1fb4910976\u0022 height=\u0022307\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Siemens%20Sinamics.png\u0022 width=\u0022485\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/download/magnet-siemens-sinamics-drives-brochure.pdf\u0022\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Ethe SINAMICS S120\u00A0brochure\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for a Siemens solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles, straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Siemens" }, { "title": "READ | Industry 4.0: The factory of the future becomes the factory of today", "nid": "595", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Industry 4.0 eaton\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002282caa765-68c6-4af9-80da-4ad13506e9f4\u0022 height=\u0022232\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Capture%202.jpg\u0022 width=\u00221165\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur friends at \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003EEATON\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E have recognised that we\u0027re in the midst of a significant transformation - the digital transformation of manufacturing. Here\u2019s how they intend working towards a future that\u2019s connected, data-driven and smart...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 4th industrial revolution\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIndustry 4.0, is the automation of traditional manufacturing practices using digital technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, additive manufacturing, factory simulation and augmented and virtual reality. Manufacturing models are becoming autonomous and using algorithms and machine learning to become \u201Csmart.\u201D\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy leveraging Industry 4.0 technology, we\u2019re significantly improving our manufacturing operations and adding value for our customers\u2014 creating and developing systems and processes that are connected, flexible and optimized. Innovative, scalable and data-driven manufacturing models are resulting in higher product quality, decreased time-to-market, reduced environmental footprint and a safer and more productive workforce.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe power of data \u2013 turning insights into intelligence\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere\u2019s no question data is critical to enabling intelligent factories. But knowing how to process, use and learn from that data is what leads to success. Enabled through IoT and connected devices, real-time data collections are growing by the minute. The key to success lies in the ability to take the data, quickly and seamlessly get it to the right people and use it to make intelligent decisions. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), we can provide data-driven insights that help drive major operational improvements -\u00A0saving time and costs throughout the manufacturing process.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECreating better work experiences through functional productivity\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EFrom field service and shop floor employees, to knowledge workers and managers, Industry 4.0 is fundamentally reimagining and transforming the way we work. Industry 4.0 technology is allowing our employees to push the paperwork aside and focus time and energy on higher value-add areas. We\u2019re enabling functional productivity by focusing on three areas:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Process optimization\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0- Examining process inputs/outputs, leaning out processes and investigating different ways of accomplishing tasks through design thinking and analytics.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. End-to-end automation\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0- Processing data efficiently with AI, enabling next generation machine-learning and robotics.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Digital tool adoption\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0- Change management, employee resourcing, skills, training and adoption.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIndustry 4.0 technologies\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe\u0027re leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies on our factory floor and beyond...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditive manufacturing\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAdditive manufacturing, or 3D printing, allows us to create new products faster than traditional manufacturing. By adopting and advancing our 3D printing practices, we\u2019re able to meet higher demand and improve speed to market on new products and models\u2014 all while advancing sustainable manufacturing practices and reducing CO2 emissions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAugmented reality\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether it\u2019s connecting our teams virtually, providing remote support and training to customers or using digital twins for product development, leveraging augmented and virtual reality in our facilities is fast becoming our new normal. We\u2019re reducing our environmental footprint by eliminating unnecessary travel, allowing a more productive workforce through faster training and troubleshooting and lowering operating costs by improving our product development processes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022augmented reality\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022188ee7a7-840d-4aaa-a442-38b59fa5b1f4\u0022 height=\u0022195\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/augmented%20reality.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022303\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFactory simulation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy digitally simulating a manufacturing line or cell, we can determine the best combination of resources to reach the desired result in the safest and most efficient way. By allocating machines and manpower more effectively, we\u2019re keeping our employees safe and increasing speed-to-market.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERobotics\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom automated machines and cobots (collaborative robots) on the production line to automated guided vehicles (AGVs)/autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) traversing throughout our facilities, we\u2019re leveraging robots alongside humans to keep our employees safer and improve quality and productivity.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022factory 4.0\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00225e2192e2-2066-4e6d-b1b8-07d58ffe2471\u0022 height=\u0022272\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/newsletter%20image_0.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022415\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConnected solutions\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy utilizing connected and intelligent solutions that enable automatic, real-time data collection on our production lines, we\u0027re improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and realizing the benefits of predictive maintenance. Statistical process control (SPC) methods and digital end-to-end traceability are allowing us to increase efficiency and quality while reducing waste. And digital work instructions are increasing workforce productivity and leading to faster process development and more flexible work processes.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for an Eaton solution for your facility\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/solutions-electrical/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Are-you-ready-for-Industry-40\u0022\u003ELEARN\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E more about Industry 4.0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles, straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.eaton.com/us/en-us/digital/industry-4-0.html\u0022\u003Ehttps://www.eaton.com/us/en-us/digital/industry-4-0.html\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jan 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Eaton" } ]