Economical drive solutions are more in demand than ever. The networking capabilities and, therefore, the communication between the components are also becoming increasingly important. The “drive experts” from ebm-papst have wide-ranging product expertise and application know-how, allowing drive solutions with smart networking capabilities. »
An optimum helix angle makes planetary gears better and more compact. Much more compact.»
Everything runs like clockwork at the shipping retailer Witt Group’s logistics center: every article ends up in the right box. Sorting systems from the intralogistics specialist BEUMER Group show them the way. Servo drives from ebm-papst make sure the goods drop into the right basket. As a duo, they work extremely efficiently and intelligently with predictive maintenance and are particularly sustainable as a result.»
Drive solutions are the hidden champions in applications: You cannot see them, but nothing works without them. Johannes Moosmann, Division Manager of Industrial Drive Technology at ebm-papst St. Georgen, provides an insight into the potential of industrial drive technology and the current market requirements.»
Strong, clever but above all extremely flexible: these are the key strengths of the ArgoDrive omnidirectional driving/steering system, says Patrick Schumacher, Head of Product Management in the Industrial Drive Technology business unit at ebm-papst.»
Extra-low voltage and separated extra-low voltage are not the same. Because the voltage applied to industrial drives for safety reasons is not a general issue but always a specific one. Philipp Rauch, Market Manager OEM Industrial Drive Technology at ebm-papst in St. Georgen, explains why.»
Bending incorrectly or too frequently causes backaches: this affects logistics employees in particular. That is why ErgoPack develops ergonomic strapping machines.»
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Since March 2021, a new energy label with much more stringent specifications has been in force for many electrical appliances. The first devices to be affected are household appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers. As a pioneer of EC technology and as a development partner, ebm-papst can help manufacturers to bring their devices into the higher efficiency classes. »
Viewed from above, China’s expressways often look like ant trails. Toll station business is booming. At the same time, they are the most unpleasant bottleneck for flows of traffic. The barrier expert NorthWest Devices alleviates these traffic jams with adaptable, reliable and durable barrier systems for every toll station, including a drive solution from ebm-papst.»
Huazh Intralogistics Technology Co. Ltd. develops systems for automated warehouse logistics. Speed is the most important factor for the company, based in Nanjing, China.»
Batch sizes are becoming smaller, product life cycles are shorter, rigid conveyor belts and inflexible production lines are giving way to modular concepts. In addition, manufacturing and storage areas are expensive and optimizing space saves costs. Quick, flexible and reliable material flow concepts are required to implement this – using freely navigable Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV). Omnidirectional mobility is a key feature of transport solutions.»
Whether it’s at airports, in office buildings or in metro stations, Gunnebo Entrance Control makes sure that only those who are allowed to get in do get in. Instead of muscular security guards, the company uses high technology to do this.»
If drive power is supposed to “turn the corner,” bevel or worm gears are widely used to reduce the speed of high-speed electric motors. However, anyone looking for an especially economical and efficient crown gearboxe should focus on crown gear technology.»
Fan technology has developed very rapidly over the past 50 years. This would not be possible if you didn’t look at the big development picture: ventilation connections and therefore the perfect interaction of motor technology, electronics and aerodynamics. ebm-papst has been a key part of this evolution.»
A crown gearhead like the EtaCrown impresses with its high level of efficiency. The key to this is the correct angle with which the gear tooth systems interlock.»
Should I carry or pull my golf equipment? This discussion ends with the “S-Walk” from Swiss company Hit the Green. After all, the motto of the first smart golf trolley is: just let it drive.»
A motor passes through several optimization loops until it meets the required specifications. This used to cost a lot of time. Today, programs automate the work processes during development. And customers get a better product faster.»
There is an increasing focus on simplifying the flow of materials and goods, with the objective of achieving uninterrupted flow with long service life and economical operation of conveyor systems. Smart, compact and powerful electric drives with integrated control electronics open up new and interesting possibilities here.»
Medical equipment places high demands on the drive technology used in it. For these reasons, combining a variety of different modules to create customized drive solutions is a useful approach.»
Smoothies with pieces of fruit, or dairy products such as buttermilk and yogurt pose no problem for the ProMinent DULCO flex Control peristaltic metering pump. It places the right amount in the packaging, even when it comes to viscose food products – made possible by an EC drive.»
The future of automotive production? It is autonomous. This is what the latest invention from Tünkers is based on: the automated guided vehicle with integrated scissor lift.»
James Cooper works as a product manager at ebm-papst UK and, as you would expect from a Briton, he absolutely loves tea. In his spare time, he is a magician and invents strange machines. His latest success is a tea machine made with ebm-papst motors.»
Sand, water and abrasive media are a thing of the past. The American company Cold Jet is revolutionizing cleaning with
its dry ice blasters.»
What to do when your refinery’s cooling tower is undergoing maintenance? Right! Call Aggreko — global market leader in cooling tower rentals.»
Rotary heat exchangers from the Swedish company Systemair provide for a pleasant climate indoors.»
With the new ECI-42 modular system, users can put together a customized drive solution by combining separate modules.
Johannes Moosmann, Director of the Industrial Drive Engineering business unit at ebm-papst in St. Georgen, explains what is new and what the benefits are.»
Current harmonics are a burden for the power grid and the budget. Instead of going to great lengths to reduce then, it is best to avoid them altogether.»
The fifth-generation Audi A6 once again combines sportiness and comfort. Components from ebm-papst ensure lower emissions and more driving fun.»
It needed to be powerful yet quiet, and hardly take up any space: The stove jacket cooling system of the new oven line from V-ZUG. This also broke some sweat for the engineers.»
In intralogistics applications, automated guided vehicles are becoming increasingly important in the age of digitalization and industry 4.0. All types have one thing in common: They require compact, dynamic drive systems which satisfy high requirements in terms of transport speed, positioning accuracy and service life, and which also operate reliably under tough industrial conditions.»
The turntables from Audio Note are the ultimate in the hifi market. TT3, the latest model, uses three motors to drive the platter and ensure a premium sound experience.»
In hospitals and practices worldwide, doctors, dentists
and veterinarians use medical equipment from Novuqare, a Dutch company with only 18 employees. Its secret to success
is balancing the three elements of innovation, production and close customer contact.»
With its GreenIntelligence label, ebm-papst is making a statement about digitalization. Thomas Sauer, Group Director for Digitalization and Electronics, explains what is behind it and what customers can expect from it.»
Scratches, wear, noise — when workpiece carriers collide during assembly processes, both products and workers are harmed. So Stein Automation developed a system that moves parts from A to B gently.»
Hovs Hallar, a restaurant in southern Sweden, was looking for a new way to prevent grease buildup in its exhaust ducts. The solution it found was TurboSwing, which flings grease droplets to the side before they reach the duct.»
When selecting the most suitable motor for dynamic applications, the effective torque is a crucial quantity.»
Black strapping has become something we take for granted, but it constantly demands creative solutions from the development team at Mosca GmbH. A prime example is the drive system for their new flagship product for strapping cardboard.»
Not only do the latest electronically commutated motors (EC motors) consume much less electricity, they are usually considerably more compact at equal or even higher power output. Their use in household appliances provides an example of the resulting benefits for machinery and equipment. A few scenarios described below show the advantages.»
Users in mechanical and plant engineering are looking for compact, high-performance drive systems that communicate with higher-level control systems via commercial bus interfaces. Our compact, brushless DC motor (BLDC) with integrated electronics module and CANopen interface provides a workable solution now.»
For a good idea, Siegfried and Peter Herrmann once took apart their beloved golf trolley to tinker with its parts. The result was a walker with electric drive. Their invention gives new mobility to rehabilitation patients and seniors.»
With our modular system, ebm-papst customers find the right drive more quickly. Patrick Schumacher helped work on the concept development. He can tell us all about what it contains and the benefits it provides.»
As a chimney sweep, Morten Bjørklund knows how much the smoke from neighboring chimneys bothers his customers. His idea of an attachment for chimneys can help settle neighborhood disputes.»
With his “plug & play” Roll ’n’ Grill, the Bavarian restaurant and shopfitting expert Aichinger has really struck a chord.»
A new pallet flow rack gives feed supplier Miavit high throughput with absolute product safety. And since the flow levels have only half the usual slope, the company also saves a lot of money.»
With the self-driving ProCaddie RX1 the right iron is always at hand on the links — without any pulling, dragging and yanking.»
Bito Lagertechnik chose drive engineering from ebm-papst for its new pallet flow rack – successfully breaking new ground.»
Christian Lang is Head of Development at ebm-papst Zeitlauf – and an enthusiastic golfer. In an interview, he reveals what fascinates him about the ProCaddie RX1 electric trolley – both professionally and privately.»
Who should be interested in the new ECI 80 motor ? Patrick Schumacher, head of product management in the Industrial Drive Technology business unit at ebm-papst, explains.»
Efficient 750 W ECI drive based on customer requirements»
The RELO slip-on drive helps push the pedals when it gets hard for the cyclist. And it fits on every bike, whether mountain or city bike. The drive only provides as much assistance as the cyclist wants. To develop the transmission, the experts from RELO and ebm-papst formed a tandem.»
It comes when called, finds the shortest path to its destination, and connects with its fellow modules: the factory runabout KARIS PRO. 12 industrial and research partners are developing it. Project manager Andreas Trenkle from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology tells us about its chances.»
A fault current’s waveform is crucial to the selection of the
right residual current circuit breaker – also for EC motors.»
Electric oil pumps decouple transmissions from drive motors»
Making the most of EC drive output»
Leap from iQ to NiQ: The new generation of energy-saving motors from ebm-papst is more efficient and economical than its predecessors – and is even suitable for use in the food sector.»
Machines made by Orthorent assist in the recovery of patients suffering from paralysis. Their essential components include a sensitive gear motor and an Internet connection. »
With parts and expertise, ebm-papst supports student teams competing in the “Formula Student” international design contest.»
Graef universal slicing machines are dependable helpers in home kitchens, restaurants and the food industry. Compact motors from ebm-papst make the slicers quiet, fast and durable.»
Gunter Streng on the necessity of an overall consideration of the system»
The level of noise emissions is a decisive quality factor for fans. Dr Marc Schneider, ebm-papst’s Group Leader for Acoustics, explains how the company keeps its products quiet»
ebm-papst is making an important contribution to comfortable travel experiences in trains»
When creating a new oil condensing boiler, the company Wolf GmbH combined a proven combustion principle with technology from ebm-papst. The result was an efficient heater»
Sand spreaders help rail vehicles brake more reliably»
Pushing and braking aids from AAT help wheelchair users improve their everyday mobility»
The new range of commercial dishwashers from Meiko relies on energy-efficient and user-friendly solutions – with the help of ebm-papst»
The automatic lawnmower from SABO and John Deere is making life easier for gardening enthusiasts. Thanks to ebm-papst, it is also quiet and efficient»
Permanent functionality can only be guaranteed by using products in line with their specification»
Neat energy-saving solutions for clean-room applications»
Range of modules for easy configuration of modern EC drives expanded»
Sunlight in windowless rooms? What sounds impossible really exists in Nuremberg – thanks to creative inventors and precision motors»
The Austrian company Hargassner, a pioneer in the field of ecological heating, becomes the first manufacturer to make use of EC technology in wood chip heating systems»
ebm-papst wins Automotive Supply Chain Global Award»
The new generation of Miele range hoods has energy-efficient technology at heart»
Energy-efficient GreenTech EC motors for fan technology»
ebm-papst acquires drive specialist Zeitlauf»
In nearly all areas of life, ebm-papst products make their contribution to energy savings»
The specialist for refrigeration and air-conditioning devices, Roller, is consistently converting from AC to EC technology in its evaporators – the customers have also been convinced of this step now»
An operating table is more than a couch. It is a complex medical system that has to be versatile, stable and easy to operate. It helps here to have the right drives»
From agricultural dealer to device manufacturer: With its electrically powered spreader machines, LEHNER Agrar has created its own successful niche»
Concerning current reverse transfer from intermediate circuit capacitors»
New EC motor design – Compact and efficient»
Small, powerful motors open up new paths in security entrance system Slim Lane»
A view on the EU eco-design Directive»
A wide variety of ventilation, air-conditioning and drive technologies are used in the agricultural sector. They must perform well while consuming the least possible energy»
How technical improvements lead to cost reductions»
The hidden cost of variable frequency drives»
The Controlled Piston from FTE helps vehicles save energy — using ECI motors from ebm-papst»
Separation systems from Dürr Dental feature high-performance VARIODRIVE motors — which are also extremely quiet»
Only perfectly matched drive components deliver optimum results»
Quiet and reliable robots do the lawn mowing and vacuum cleaning»
Small motor, big difference: an innovative steering system on the new Audi A4 provides greater agility, steering with higher precision, better directional stability as well as significantly increased driving safety.»
From the roof to the basement: EC drives and fans work unobtrusively but effectively in all areas of medical technology, making it faster, more reliable and quieter.»