Replacement for Allen Bradley PLC valve acuators
EMA has experienced great success is using the Bardac Smarty controller to integrate with existing PLC programs, such as Allen Bradley PLC networks, with greatly reduced costs, and better performance.
Tech Articles
Moog DBS Drive Repairs
EMA routinely repairs the Moog DBS drive. The following is a short over-view of that process, performed in EMA’s Cortland, NY facility.
Protocol Conversion using the Bardac Speedy
Many industrial processes use Allen Bradley (AB) PLC s. The plants often feel they are stuck with using the Allen Bradley equipment even for add-ons due both to the complexity of the Allen Bradley networks, and the cost of a new network . Not to mention that their existing AB PLC network is stable and reliable.
Technical Support after the VFD sale
You did your homework, researched the various manufacturers, checked out the features to ensure the product will meet your needs, and made your purchase. However, did you consider service after the sale?
Starting a VFD.. quick and easy
At EMA we start a LOT of VFDs , and on top of that, we help a lot of others start VFDs over the phone.
7000 HP Medium Voltage VFD for sale
EMA has a lead on an unused 4160 volt 7000 HP Toshiba T300MVi medium voltage VFD for sale.
VFD Repair: Highest measured customer satisfaction level
EMA is a major repair center for VFD s of nearly all brands. While the cost of new VFDs has made repairing smaller units uneconomical at times, our repair shop continues to repair VFDs in considerable numbers, especially high horsepower VFDs.
Refurbishing and modifying Medium Voltage VFDs
EMA is in the process of refurbishing and modifying a set of medium voltage VFDs, changing them from a 3300 VAC input to a 4160 VAC input.
Toshiba T300MVI Medium Voltage VFD Oil Field Compressor
With the advancements in technology, VFD manufacturers have made low voltage VFD’s user friendly and interface-easy to a point that most electrically inclined customers can start up their own low voltage VFDs. This is not the case on Medium Voltage VFDs. The potential for damage to the equipment and personnel could be huge when it comes to Medium Voltage VFDs. This equipment is sophisticated enough to require a professional start up.
When should you use a VFD as a Softstarter?
A VFD can be used as a softstarter. Medium and low voltage softstarters are less expensive than medium or low voltage variable frequency drives (VFD) . If a softstarter will do the job, then that’s often all you need. However, at EMA, we’ve seen situations where a softstarter was purchased and installed, only to discover that it would not start the load. Here’s why.