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Control Techniques Drives for OEMs
OEMs
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) provide standard solutions to a particular problem, such as packaging machines or air handling units. Drives are installed and supplied as part of the equipment. OEMs seek to reduce their costs through leveraging economies of scale and by creating customer value with differentiated products.
Create and preserve your differential advantage
Product differentiation is achieved by offering customers something of value that is difficult to copy and therefore can not be offered by competitors. Control Techniques can help you to create your differential advantage in the following ways:
Control Techniques has a reputation for designing and manufacturing high performance, innovative drive products. Our drives range offers total flexibility with high performance motor control, integrated automation controllers, fieldbus and ethernet communications and compact dimensions.
Our global network of Control Techniques Drive Centres provide local expertise to OEMs around the world. Our drive system engineers have experience automating a wide range of equipment.
We welcome early involvement in your design process, allowing you to get advice from our drive experts. We understand the full capabilities of modern drive systems and how to ensure you achieve the optimum cost/performance balance for your equipment.
Control Techniques allow you to protect your Intellectual Property (IP) by preventing customers and competitors from accessing your automation software.
Streamline your operations
Control Techniques' products help OEMs to realise cost advantages through standardised flexible drives that offer the following benefits:
Drives can be customised at any point using software selectable operating modes and click-in option modules; this reduces stockholding and simplifies supply chains.
Most Control Techniques products use pluggable terminals; this allow wiring looms to be created reducing cost and installation time.
Drive configuration is achieved easily using autotune features and the SMARTCARD to store and transfer parameter sets from one drive to another.
Ethernet connectivity allow the drives to be accessed around the world using internet technologies therefore reducing the cost of supporting your equipment.
Control Techniques products are reliable therefore reducing support costs and improving your reputation.
Reduce your development time
Getting your products to market quickly is critical in retaining or creating your differential advantage. We help you to achieve this through the following:
Most of our products are supplied with CAD drawings in 2D and 3D formats, enabling you to easily integrate our drives within your equipment.
Onboard automation controllers such as our SM-Applications module uses programming languages that are based on industry standards for function block, sequential function chart, structured text and ladder logic. This reduces your learning curve when using Control Techniques drives for the first time.
Intuitive software tools such as CTScope provide real-time access to the drives functionality allowing you to monitor and quickly solve machine development problems. Most Control Techniques software tools are supplied free of charge.
We offer a wide range of training courses that cover all of our drive technologies. |
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Control Techniques Drives for System Integrators
System Integrators
System Integrators create unique solutions on a project by project basis, integrating a variety of standard components within the system. Many System Integrators specialise in applications for a particular industry such as port cranes or water treatment works. Key success factors include:
Reliability in matching and integrating the right components to solve the customers application
The ability to create a culture that rewards innovation and manages knowledge
Being able to turn around engineered solutions quickly, often through clever re-use of technologies from previous applications
Easy drive selection
Control Techniques Drives offer System Integrators a broad flexible product range that is suitable for solving motor control applications across the widest range of industries. This helps to eliminate the potential for mis-matching drive products to the application.
Knowledge transfer
Our drives experience across a wide range of industries and applications means that we have built a huge pool of drives knowledge which is embedded within our software tools, programming languages and, of course, our drives engineers. We provide a wide range of training courses to cover all drive technologies and our Drive Centre engineers are available to discuss your applications and share their knowledge.
Speed of engineering
Control Techniques drives can be quickly integrated within any automation system. We offer the following advantages to system integrators:
Accurate and comprehensive technical information
Local support through the Drive Centre network
Industry standard programming languages for speed of development
Independently tested fieldbus for conformance
Autotune features to ensure excellent motor performance
Comprehensive software tools for easy commissioning and monitoring
2D and 3D CAD files for easy integration within cubicles |
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Control Techniques Drives for End Users
End Users
End Users are at the heart of Control Techniques' business model. Our global Drive Centre "knowledge network" allows us to provide the local service and support that end users value highly, including:
Ability to offer turn-key drive system design and build services
Wide product range that encompasses the complete spectrum of drive technologies and applications
Reliable products that require no scheduled maintenance
Skills training for drive system design and maintenance staff
Most Drive Centres provide 24 hour access to their stock and a 24 hour telephone support line free of charge. Additional support services are also available
High level software tools for easy diagnostics and maintenance |
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Control Techniques Drives for Resellers
Resellers
Resellers purchase drives to sell them on to customers for a profit. Most resellers add value in the supply chain through offering a broad array of complimentary products, carrying stock and by being positioned in convenient locations. Some Resellers also offer other services including consultancy and product commissioning.
Control Techniques resellers benefit from the following advantages:
Premium brand
Qualified sales leads
High product demand
High quality reliable products with low after sales support costs
Good product margins
Cooperative relationship
Drive technology training
To allow us to offer our customers a great experience when using our drives, we insist that our resellers are able to demonstrate good engineering skills and, in particular, a thorough understanding of drives and automation technology. |
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Control Techniques Drives for Machinery Automation
Machinery Automation
Control Techniques' products and Drive Centre network are designed to meet the needs of businesses involved in Machinery
Automation.
Lean drive solutions
Lean manufacturing processes demand smaller and more flexible
machines. These must be reliable, deliver high speed operation and connect with other automation equipment and IT
networks. Meeting these demands are at the heart of Control
Techniques' drives range.
Advanced control algorithms deliver superior motor performance for high speed machine operation in open
loop, closed loop and motion control applications.
Control Techniques drive installations are extremely compact; this has resulted from our research into thermal
efficiency, the use of new composite materials, onboard safety features and integrated programmable
controllers.
Industry standard programming languages enable the machines functionality to be modified quickly and easily as new products develop and manufacturing processes
change.
Software selectable operating modes and click-in option modules allow the drive functionality to be customised at the point of
installation; this simplifies ordering and reduces stock and spares holding.
Your intellectual property
Control Techniques drives allow you to protect your intellectual property by preventing your competitors and customers from accessing your application software.
Drives knowhow, where you need it
Control Techniques operates a global network of subsidiary companies called Drive Centres which are sited in industrial centres to provide
sales, support and consultancy services to drive users. Our drives engineers have experience of thousands of different applications and so can provide new insights to improve your
applications.
Complete range
Control Techniques offers a complete range of AC, DC and servo drives for Machine Automation
applications. Over 20 different option module types allow drives to be uniquely
customised, adding programmable controllers, I/O and connectivity to most fieldbus and Ethernet
protocols.
Machine security - on-board
On-board drive features increase machine security while reducing the cost of implementing automation safety
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Control Techniques Drives for Process Automation
Process Automation
In an automation context, process industries are defined as those which are predominantly concerned with processes involving chemical or liquid transportation and
transformation. Examples of process industries include:
Food and beverage
Clean and waste water treatment
Pulp and paper manufacturing
Petrochemical
Chemical
Pharmaceutical
Process improvement
Drives are used extensively to finely control the pressure, flow and temperature of
fluids, gases and other materials. Control Techniques drives integrate with process control and asset management systems to provide accurate and reliable control of electric
motors. Typical applications include fans, pumps, mixers and other associated automated
machinery.
Carbon reduction
Electric motors consume an estimated two-thirds of the electrical energy used in
industry. Control Techniques drives not only improve processes, they also significantly reduce energy consumption and play a crucial role in improving the overall energy efficiency of process
plants.
Emerson - the market leader
Control Techniques is a part of Emerson, the market leader in process
control. Emerson Process Management brands include Fisher
Rosemount, Micromotion, Mowbrey, Delta V and PlantWeb. |
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Control Techniques Drives for Building Automation
Building Automation
Building Automation is concerned with efficiently controlling the climate and services within commercial, residential and industrial
buildings. Every day, our products silently improve the lives of millions of people who inhabit the buildings we
control.
Lift drives
Smooth, reliable and quiet operation combined with compact dimensions and product flexibility means that Control Techniques has become the drive of choice for modern lift
systems. We integrate with almost any lift controller and can drive virtually any
AC, DC or gearless motor. Optional software provides precision direct-to-floor operation for increased speed and comfort.
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Emerson Climate Technologies
Control Techniques and Emerson Climate Technologies offer their customers access to the most sophisticated climate control technology
available. Our products are used throughout the world in commercial and transport refrigeration
systems, residential and commercial air conditioning systems and industrial and residential ventilation
applications.
Commercial HVAC and refrigeration
Emerson's commercial refrigeration products help ensure the integrity of our food supply by keeping food products at safe temperatures as they move from the farmer's field to our kitchen
table. Air conditioning products make the environment we live and work in comfortable and environmentally
safe, and our ventilation products keep the air circulating for maximum comfort and productivity in our home or at work.
Integrating our drives with your building management systems
Control Techniques drives integrate with building management systems using Ethernet,
LonWorks, BACnet, Metasys and Modbus.
Servicing our customers
Our global Drive Centres offer a wide range of services to assist consultants who specify
drives, contractors who install and commission drives, and building owners who live with and maintain
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Control Techniques Drives for Port and Factory Cranes
Port and Factory Cranes
Material Handling is concerned with the transport and storage of
materials. Control Techniques drives provide the power and control to move materials efficiently and
safely. Typical applications include:
Port cranes
Factory cranes
Warehouse cranes
New control systems for existing cranes
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Port Cranes
Our drives are installed within ports around the world; they deliver superior performance, are compact, modular and span a wide power
range, making them an ideal solution for installation onboard port cranes and
equipment. Typical applications include:
Container Cranes
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Ship-to-shore
Rubber tire gantry (RTG)
Rail mounted gantry (RMG)
Straddle Carriers
Bulk Handling
Ship unloaders
Grab unloaders
Slewing Grab
Barge Mounted Grab
Cargo
Single boom
Double boom
Goliath overhead
Click here to download our port crane brochure
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Click here to download our RIS.GA. System brochure
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Click here to download a case study
Factory Cranes
Unidrive SP and Commander SK AC drive ranges provide the performance and power to match your new crane and hoist
applications. From small delicate loads up to several hundred tons of molten steel - Control Techniques have the drives that ensure trusted and reliable crane
operation. Typical industrial applications include:
Steel coils, strip and slab
Paper production and processing
Bulk food handling
Automotive industry
Building materials
Click here to download our factory crane brochure
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Warehousing
Automated storage and retrieval warehouse systems are an essential component in modern
logistics. Supermarkets, manufacturers, import and export companies and general logistics companies require vast storage capability to service their
customers. Our drives are used extensively in warehouse crane systems across the world.
New control systems for existing cranes
Control Techniques manufacture both AC and DC drive
technologies, allowing us to provide information and advice regarding the right upgrade strategy for your existing
cranes. In many cases, retaining the existing DC motor and upgrading the drive system using Mentor DC drives provides the simplest and most cost effective upgrade path and reduces downtime during the
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Control Techniques Drives for Automotive Test
Automotive Test
For more than 10 years Control Techniques has been applying drives to test applications in the automotive
industry. During this time we have supplied equipment to the majority of car manufacturers and Formula 1
teams. Unidrive SP is a high precision drive system that is well adapted to driving automotive test stand
equipment. Typical test applications include:
Rolling road dynamometers
Engine test stands
Transmission test stands
Wind tunnels
Unidrive SP offers some of the following significant benefits in test stand
applications:
Real time drive-to-drive network for multi drive synchronisation
Fast current loop for dynamic test applications
Linear torque control within 1% of demand using motor temperature compensation
Wide speed range, from 0 - 400Hz in closed loop applications
Speed set-point accuracy of 0.001 rpm
DC bus and regenerative configurations
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Control Techniques Drives for Stage and Theatre
Stage and Theatre
We have provided drives for several rock concerts, including Robbie Williams and U2. Control Techniques equipment is installed in many of the most prestigious theatrical and music venues around the world, including the Royal Opera House in London, Mannheim Theatre in Germany and the Oulu Theatre in Finland. Our drives have also been used in the making of many blockbuster
films, including several James Bond titles, Harry Potter and the latest release of Charlie and the Chocolate
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Control Techniques Drives for Photovoltaic Energy
Photovoltaic Energy
Control Techniques are technology and service leaders for high efficiency power conversion and control solutions for photovoltaic energy
schemes. Our systems are backed by manufacturing and engineering centres globally employing over 1700 staff. Our unique grid tie inverter technology utilises cost
effective, mass produced modules that are proven to give market leading reliability and
efficiency.
Kublank Project, Meridian (Germany)
Over 12 MW per day, every day
For 35 years Control Techniques has specialised in power control and
conversion. We currently manufacture more than 12MW of inverters per day
worldwide. Our intelligent scalable technology ensures optimum efficiency across varying radiation
intensities, typically achieving 97% to 98%. This is achieved using the following key
methods:
Inverter teaming operation
To enhance system efficiency over a wide radiation range, a separate smaller inverter is used during low light conditions and a larger inverter automatically switches in above a defined
threshold. The small inverter is typically rated at 20% of array peak
power, and the larger inverter at 100%+.
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)
The control strategy constantly adjusts the DC input voltage set-point whilst monitoring the power produced to find the optimum point on the curve.
Fast availability
As each system is constructed from a small number of variants of mass produced
modules, products are usually available from stock or short lead
times.
Compact Dimensions
Control Techniques grid tie inverters have been designed using advanced thermal modeling techniques to ensure that maximum reliability is achieved with the most compact
dimensions. Each module is built on a rigid SMC chassis to reduce dimensions and
weight, making them easy to handle and service.
The picture below shows a complete solution for a 1.6MW array together with a 350kW teaming inverter for low light
conditions. The complete system dimensions including the control section are 6000 wide x 2100* high x 800 deep (mm)
(*including a 100mm plinth).
Assured performance
Photovoltaic installations are designed for an operational life of 20
years. First class performance and product reliability build
confidence, whilst worldwide support and optional performance packages deliver customer assurance during the whole life of the
product.
Proven reliability
Control Techniques grid tie inverters are proven in thousands of mission critical applications
worldwide. They are designed and manufactured using cutting edge processes to deliver class leading reliability and system
availability.
Built-in redundancy
Inverter modularity enables redundancy to be incorporated within the system. If one inverter is unavailable due to servicing or
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