DRIVES AND CONTROLS FOCUS ON COST AND EFFICIENCY

BY ALYSHAH HASHAM THE RECESSION has had a significant effect in driving packaging companies and departments to lower costs through using more efficient technology, requiring less energy, maintenance and idling time. Drives and controls have been a critical element of this process. One way to reduce energy bills is through fluid cooling devices, such as a new product from the Germany-based Wittenstein group. The Wittenstein alphaCool? Adapter Plate uses cooling technology to drastically reduce the heat generated by motor and gearbox connections, allowing the ...


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