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Periodic inspections are important

06/20/2024

Inspection of your drives will alert you to potential issues so they can be taken care of before they become a problem.

ABB ACH550 Fault Codes & Alarms

06/28/2021

One of the fault conditions listed may be the key to troubleshooting your ABB ACH550 drive.

Allen Bradley PowerFlex 525 Fault Codes

06/11/2021

Allen Bradley PowerFlex 525 fault codes, descriptions, and possible causes.

Allen Bradley PowerFlex 753 Fault Codes

05/14/2021

PowerFlex 753 series VFD fault codes and causes.

Troubleshooting A Servo Motor Problem

02/25/2021

Common servo motor problems and their possible solutions.

Are Your Controls Ready for Production to Ramp-up?

05/18/2020

As of this writing, many factories have been shut down or running at reduced capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that there seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel with respect to getting factories back into operation, an important issue must be addressed: Is your plant, or more importantly, are your CONTROLS ready for production to ramp-up?

Variable Frequency Drives in Water Applications

08/12/2019

A variable frequency drive is used for adjusting a flow or pressure to the actual demand. It controls the frequency of the electrical power supplied to a pump.

General Troubleshooting Of VFD Problems

03/14/2019

Common issues and possible solutions for AC Drives

Magnetek GPD 503 fault codes

11/26/2018

Magnetek GPD 503 series drive fault codes and causes.

Resolvers vs. Encoders

08/30/2018

Servo motor feedback devices will typically be either a resolver or encoder depending on application.

PowerFlex 70 Fault Codes

08/28/2018

When a drive fault occurs, the first step in troubleshooting is to know what the fault code means.

PLC-5 Troubleshooting Help

06/11/2018

Troubleshooting the operation of an Allen Bradley PLC-5 system

ABB ACS550 Fault Codes

05/24/2018

A listing of ABB ACS550 faults, causes, and corrective actions.

Industrial Automation Technology

05/08/2018

Automation can be defined as the technology by which a process or procedure is performed without human assistance.

Open Loop and Closed Loop Systems

04/10/2018

A servo drive is a primary example of a closed-loop system.

Elevator troubleshooting tips

02/09/2018

We've compiled a few actions to take to remedy some common elevator issues.

Basics of an HVAC bypass system

02/05/2018

HVAC bypass can be engaged to keep air moving in the event of a VFD malfunction.

Basics of rotary encoders.

12/29/2017

Rotary encoders are broken down into categories depending on how they are used.

Many Allen Bradley servo motors use Stegmann encoders.

12/28/2017

These feedback devices are different than the standard sinusoidal encoder.

Bus voltage may still be present

12/04/2017

When the charge LED is off, there may still be high voltage on the DC bus.

Yaskawa P1000 Alarms & Faults

11/29/2017

A listing of drive faults and alarms with possible causes and solutions.

Siemens Micromaster 440 Overview

11/17/2017

The Siemens Micromaster 440 is the most advanced member of the Micromaster line of drives.

Reliance SSCC Operation

11/13/2017

The SSCC card provides control, logic, and timing functions for the MaxPak Plus controller.

Recovering your AC drive after a flood or water damage.

09/08/2017

Water can be one of the most detrimental factors when it comes into contact with electronic equipment.

What are HMI panels and why do I want them?

08/24/2017

Modern HMI panels provide a wide range of controls and are essential in todays industrial operations.

What could be causing the drive overload error?

07/14/2017

When your Baldor AC drive displays an Overload Fault, try these troubleshooting steps to verify the reason.

How does heat affect drive operation?

06/30/2017

Overheating and overtemp faults may not even be heat related.

Testing your three phase motor

06/08/2017

A few quick tests on your three phase motor will put your mind at ease and potentially save you lots of money.

A few pre-installation checks can save time and trouble

06/07/2017

You just received the drive that was sent to PES for repair, but there are a few things to check before you reinstall.

What Should I Send With My Repair?

05/05/2017

The question of what is needed to be sent with an item being shipped to us for repair is something we hear quite often. The short answer is As much as possible.

Automation Everywhere You Look

04/27/2017

No matter where I go, I am always on the lookout for whatever automation that may be in use in everyday life.

When Production Demand Picks Up Is Your Company Ready?

04/20/2017

Manufacturing is growing be sure your control equipment is up for the challenge.

Testing IGBTs on the Yaskawa A1000 Drive

04/10/2017

When there is a problem with your Yaskawa A1000 drive, a test of the IGBT modules is a good step in determining if a repair is needed.

Constant Torque Drives vs Variable Torque Drives

04/06/2017

Fans and pumps require less power to run them once they get up to speed. Variable torque drives are a better choice to use on these types of applications.

PowerFlex 700 Fault Codes

04/06/2017

Troubleshooting your Allen Bradley PowerFlex 700 AC drive begins with knowing what the displayed fault code indicates.

Dynamic Load Testing Matters!

02/24/2017

Youve probably heard the phrase before, but do you really know what Dynamic Load Testing means or why it's important?

Knowing and Saving Parameters Can Be a Great Time Saver

02/17/2017

Drive parameters are important. Knowing what they are and what they do in the event of drive failure is paramount.

Basics of Extrusion

02/17/2017

DC drives are often used in extruder applications because of the high torque control they need.

What to do when your Allen Bradley 1336 drive gives a fault code

01/27/2017

Another day in the life for Joe the maintenance tech when a drive in the plant starts having trouble.

Basic Elements of a Control System

11/24/2016

There are four basic elements of a typical motion control system. The complexity of each of these elements will vary.

When a Drive Shorts, You'll Know Right Away

11/24/2016

Whether its a minor snap, crackle, pop or an Earth shattering kaboom, when an AC drive shorts out, youll know quickly.

Obsolete Drives... Decisions!

11/24/2016

Obsolete drives present a special set of problems when they fail. Unfortunately all Saftronics controls fall into this category.

Basics of a Servo Motor

11/24/2016

A servo motor is often referred to as a permanent magnet AC motor. It is used for applications that require precision speed and positioning control.

Resetting the Fault May Not Fix the Problem

11/24/2016

Many drives will run with components that are outside of their range of tolerance. This can cause a myriad of nuisance faults and failures that a drive reset may clear.

Sometimes It Can't Be Fixed

11/24/2016

PES also provides new and replacement drives

Fault Codes and No Communication

11/23/2016

PES repairs the entire Allen Bradley PowerFlex line of drives from Rockwell Automation including drives from both the Architecture and Compact classes of drives.

Many Factors Can Cause a Drive to Run Incorrectly

11/22/2016

AC motor controls such as Magnetek drives are often used for the precise control they offer in the operation of AC motor current, torque, and speed.

Fans Are Running But There's No Output

11/22/2016

If you experience drive problems due to a power surge, check the incoming voltage to see if it is within the normal operating range for the drive.

DS308 AC Drive Simple Operating Instructions and failures

11/21/2016

When you have a drive fail, to be able to properly troubleshoot it, you first must know what the proper operation looks like to know when it is not functioning correctly.

Haas Spindle Drive Fault and the DS309

11/21/2016

Machining center manufacturers use many brands and types of drives for a multitude of different purposes including spindle operation, tool change, and positioning.

Magnetek Has Been Building Elevator Drives Since 1976

11/18/2016

Elevator applications require specialized drives. The Magnetek HPV 900 AC vector drive was designed and introduced specifically for high performance elevator applications.

Magnetek/Yaskawa GPD 515 AC Drive Fault Indications

11/17/2016

Failure of the Magnetek/Yaskawa GPD 515/G5 series drives falls into two categories. Alarm condition and fault condition.

PowerFlex 40 Fault Codes

11/16/2016

One of the fault conditions listed may be the key to troubleshooting your Allen Bradley PowerFlex 40 AC drive.

Magnetek GPD 503 Drive models

11/16/2016

The Magnetek GPD 503 is a versatile AC drive available in a variety of sizes with a wide range of models, horsepower ratings, and operating voltages.

Is Your HMI getting to its EOL?

10/20/2016

When the obsolete PanelView 550 graphic terminal fails, it raises the question of is it better to repair, upgrade, or replace.

HMI Troubleshooting Made Easy

10/20/2016

Try some of the suggested troubleshooting steps to get your Allen Bradley PanelView 600 back into operation.

HMI Panels Are Used in Many Different Applications

10/20/2016

Allen Bradley PanelView terminals come in many shapes, sizes, and lists of features. Small to large, and old to new, PES has the experience to meet your repair needs.

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