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Do You Have The UK's Oldest Working Danfoss Drive?

This year Danfoss Drives is celebrating two outstanding anniversaries for its’ VLT® and Vacon® brands. It’s 50 years since the Danfoss VLT® 5 Drive was launched, being the Worlds’ first mass-produced AC Drive and 25 years since VACON® was founded, originally under the name of Vaasa Control Ltd.

To celebrate this remarkable double event and to highlight the reliability and longevity of its products, Danfoss is running a competition to find the oldest VLT® and VACON® drives still in service. The Company owning the oldest working product of each brand entered in the competition, will be awarded a £500 gift voucher for a popular on-line retailer.

Awards will also be made for the oldest drives in specific product ranges such as VLT® 3000, 5000, 6000 and VACON® V10, CX, NXL, etc. to find the oldest in each class! Entries must be submitted by the 4th March, 2019 and the winners will be announced on the 18th March, 2019 “We are a true pioneer of variable speed drive technology,” said Alan Baird, Danfoss Drives UK & Ireland Country Manager, “and it’s remarkable to look around and see how this technology has revolutionised industry over the 50 years since we first made it practical and readily available. With this in mind, we think our dual anniversary is great cause for celebration and we’ve organised this competition so that our loyal customers have a chance to share in that celebration with us.”

To enter the competition and find the oldest Danfoss drives, please e-mail sara.bernard@danfoss.com and give brief details of the drive you think has the best chance of winning including the model of the drive and how long it’s been in service. If it looks like your drive could be a winner, Danfoss will contact you for further information.

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Digicon's New Purpose-Built Head Office

Digicon have recently moved into a new purpose-built Head Office in Hinckley enabling us to use our existing premises to increase our already vast stock holding and increase our service capabilities. The new state of the art facility houses our main HQ staff, includes a training and demonstration area, large meeting room and space for more expansion.

We pride ourselves on going beyond the ordinary in exceeding customer expectations in low voltage drives systems.

"We had been looking for a bigger building for a couple years as we started to focus on increasing our stock levels and training/service capabilities.  I stumbled across some plans for a new purpose built office facility 50 yards away from our current premises. It was a no brainer. Our training and demonstration area has already proven invaluable in training new and existing staff and demonstrating our Danfoss and Vacon product ranges to potential new customers.”
- Karl Jones, Managing Director

At Digicon, we know that our most valuable asset is our team of staff. When designing our new HQ, we had our employees at the front of our mind. Our offices are filled with light, we have stand-up desks and breakout areas. Our kitchen provides an environment in which our team can switch off during their breaks.

"Employee wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do here at Digicon HQ and we hope our new Head Office reflects this."
- Molly Jones, Director. 

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Digicon's Expansion Continues...

Digicon Solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of Barrie Keen as its new HVAC Sales Manager.

Barrie is a well-known and respected figure within the Drives industry with over 30 years experience, holding senior positions with major players in the Variable Speed Drives industry including ABB, Alldales, Vacon and Danfoss Drives.

Barrie Keen says "It is great to be joining a company that is fully committed to supporting customer needs. I am looking forward to working with a truly committed team of people".

Barrie will focus on strengthening Digicon’s HVAC capabilities and growing Digicon’s already extensive HVAC client base.

Digicon's Managing Director Karl Jones said "I am delighted that we have secured Barrie as our new HVAC Sales Manager. Barrie has an impressive track record of delivering profitable growth in a number of highly respected drives businesses.  His knowledge of the Vacon and recently Danfoss HVAC products and markets will be an asset to Digicon and his appointment is a fundamental part of Digicon’s ambitious growth strategy.”

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Trust the Experts - VSD Installations

Digicon employ a team of Installation Engineers who are installing and commissioning drives all day, every day. Not only are our engineers specialists in the field, they also practice excellent H&S standards, as proven by our continued accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor.

Our Installation Engineers train for years to qualify as electricians and even longer to gain the knowledge and skills required to install and commission Variable Speed Drives. VSD technology is always changing, and they receive specialist training on an on-going basis to keep up to date. Around 70% of the technical calls we receive are from clients who have purchased a VSD from us and are struggling to install or commission it. We don't mean to brag, but we know that we are good at what we do and our clients have peace of mind they are in the best hands with a Digicon Engineer. We practice robust H&S and compliance procedures and after each installation you will receive electrical test certificates and detailed commissioning/engineer reports completed by one of our qualified electricians. We have engineers based up and down the UK and more recently, a dedicated team in London and the South East. We can work around you, whether that is working in shut down periods, avoiding peak times or out of hours/weekend attendance.

I can hear you thinking that’s all well and good, but how much does it cost? We firmly believe that you get what you pay for these days, and we have seen budget prices resulting in unsafe electrical installations so we are always wary of companies who promise the world for very little expenditure. We are confident in the knowledge that our pricing reflects our quality of installation without breaking the bank.

Don't just take it from us... here are some of our clients recent comments:

• "Can you pass on our thanks to your electrician he was very professional" - June 2017
• "As always your lads on site exceeded expectations and we are looking forward to working with them again soon" - June 2017
• "Hi Molly, Just a quick note to say thanks to the Digicon team for all of their efforts this week. Customer is very pleased - great work all round" - August 2017
• "When the Digicon vans pulled up it was like the cavalry had arrived - can you pass my sincere thanks on to the engineers" - November 2017
• "Send my regards to your whole team, fantastic work." - January 2018

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What is an AC Drive?

Making our world and way of living more sustainable

An AC drive is a device used to control the speed of an electrical motor in order to: 

• enhance process control
• reduce energy usage and generate energy efficiently
• decrease mechanical stress on motor control applications
• optimise the operation of various applications relying on electric motors

Drives can also be utilised to convert energy from natural and renewable resources like the sun, wind or tides, and transmit it to the electrical network or use it for local consumption. In hybrid technologies, AC drives are used to combine conventional energy sources and energy storages to create total energy management solutions.

AC drives are also known by various other names such as adjustable speed drives, adjustable frequency drives, variable frequency drives, variable speed drives, frequency converters, inverters and power converters.

Did you know?

• Emerging economies are driving the increase in energy consumption
• 20% of the world’s energy consumption is electrical energy
• More than 50% of electrical energy is used by electrical motors
• 75% of AC drives are used on pumps, fans  and compressors
• Global electrical energy consumption could be reduced by 10% if AC drives were used in every suitable application

The need for energy conservation in order to save the environment is a key driver in the development of speed control devices, and AC drives provide the optimum method of controlling the speed of electrical motors to match load demand. Even small changes in motor speed can cause significant changes in energy consumption.

AC drives are well hidden, but nevertheless they play a major and very necessary role in modern, everyday life by making the world and our way of living more sustainable.

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Digicon Solutions are Expanding

Digicon Solutions to expand Variable Speed Drive Sales, Service and Installation resources in London and the South East

Drives Experts Digicon Solutions and renowned HVAC Electrical Installation Specialists 3L Electrical have teamed up to provide even better support for the Drives market in London and the South East by strengthening Digicon’s Drives Sales, Service, Installation and Commissioning capabilities in London and the South East.

Digicon already operate successfully throughout the whole of the UK, but have identified a requirement for an enhanced permanent presence in London and the South East.  This unique opportunity brings together two great companies, each a major player in the Electrical Installations, HVAC and Drives markets.  Our new premises in Edmonton, North London will allow us to offer the highest possible service standards and response times to our London and South East based clients.

• New fully staffed London premises
• Fully stocked with Drives and associated equipment available for same-day collection
• 5 additional locally-based experienced Drives Service, Installation and Commissioning Engineers to provide even faster site attendance
• 2 additional Technical Support Engineers

Digicon's Managing Director Karl Jones said “Combining our two highly complementary companies brings together unparalleled expertise in our respective markets.  London now has significant stocks of Danfoss VLT® and VACON® HVAC and Industrial Drives together with Specialist Drives Engineers on its doorstep. Our response times are now faster than ever for our London and South East-based clients.”

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Service Contracts with Digicon Solutions

At Digicon Solutions, we pride ourselves on being one of the biggest independent drives specialists in the industry and have built up a team of technical specialists who together have over 100 years of experience in the industry; from installation engineers to high level technical support and sales staff.

Digicon have created a range of bespoke service contract packages, which can be tailored to suit your needs. A pre-negotiated Service Contract enables maximum reliability, optimised energy efficiency and minimum down time on VSD’s installed on critical applications.

We currently cover more than 300 sites nationally with our Service Contracts, from private and NHS hospitals, commercial buildings, national leisure groups, pharmaceutical industry, retail groups and industrial end users.

"Digicon can be there within hours, not weeks"

The typical lifespan of a VSD can range between 5 and 10 years depending upon the application. But, as with all technology, units can fail, and this can be down to a whole host of reasons. Variable speed Drives are typically on a 2-3 week delivery from the manufacturer, and Digicon recognises that no business wants a potential 3 week wait for a replacement to get them up and running again. Digicon’s current stock holding is £0.5m, meaning that if and when that critical application goes down, Digicon can be there within hours, not weeks. A pre-negotiated service contract secures you guaranteed engineer response times.

What Can Be Included in my Service Contract?

• Regular Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) site visits including drive health checks and parameter settings optimization
• Drive replacement/installation, start up and commissioning
• 24-hour telephone support
• Nationwide coverage from our in-house installation and service team
• Guaranteed response times to site
• Advantageous service rates
• Provision of parts management solutions and strategic spares held on your site or our Hinckley or London warehouse

Contact Us Today To Find Out More...
01455 251610   //   0844 335 1724

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Is Energy Efficiency Really Worth the Investment?

The upfront cost of investing in energy-efficiency solutions may deter some businesses from taking the plunge. There are many arguments that support this reluctance. Energy costs are indeed falling. Businesses in Germany are eligible for tax rebates on their energy supply. And, in the industrial sector, where electric motor systems account for 30% of global electricity consumption, it’s going to take a significant investment to upgrade motor efficiency class or install AC drives to optimise the efficiency of the motors.

On the other hand, there is plenty of evidence to demonstrate why energy efficiency is justifiably legislated, and that it does, in fact, have a considerable payback.

More information can certainly break down some of the barriers. Here’s a quick example. It’s a well-known fact that AC drives reduce the electricity consumption of motors under variable torque loading (for example, with fans and pumps). And the return on investment in AC drives can be as little as a matter of months. Copenhagen’s luxury business hotel, the elegant Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers insisted on state-of-the-art energy technology in its design. In order for energy consumption to be as low as possible, an innovative ground-water heating and cooling system equipped with AC drives was installed.

Energy savings through system optimisation

There is a very high potential for energy savings through system optimisation. Systems can be reconfigured, to work in a more efficient way, and drives are an important technology that is an enabler for these optimisations.

In addition, AC drives can also be configured to run in regenerative mode where braking energy is fed back into the power supply instead of being lost as heat. You can read more about reduced energy costs achievable when using the VACON® NXP range of common DC bus drive products here.

So, we find ourselves in a catch 22 situation. Introducing energy efficiency measures requires investment. Sometimes the benefits outweigh the costs, sometimes not. The basic rule of thumb is to examine all aspects – technical, commercial and logistical – and take into account the entire lifecycle of the system.

• Every measure has side effects. Weigh up the side effects against the advantages
• Consider lifetime costs. A low-purchase cost doesn’t necessarily equate to low operating costs
• Wherever possible, consult experts, such as Digicon Solutions, to clarify the technical advantages and disadvantages of your investment

In times where energy efficiency is high on the political agenda and resources are getting scarce, it’s important to remember to save energy – but, for the sake of our businesses, not at any price. Let’s ensure that we make smart investments, ones that pay off for our industries and our societies and that create a better tomorrow for our future generations.

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Four Reasons Why Motor Independence Matters

Whether we are genuinely interested in having a positive effect on the environment, or simply following the ever-intensifying standards and regulations, optimizing the energy efficiency of our motors and motor controllers is something we cannot escape.

The energy-efficiency discussion has forced the development of new motor technologies and the reinvention of existing, older technologies. In the past, the induction motor (IM) was the only type of electrical motor used in industrial applications. It is still today one of the most commonly used motors in most applications. Synchronous reluctance motor technology, first invented a century ago, was originally optimized for size and torque. Thanks to the advent of AC drives, the high-efficiency synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) can now be optimized for energy efficiency. And then there are internal and surface-mounted permanent magnet motors. Each motor type has its advantages and drawbacks; the key is finding the one that best fits your application.

For optimal energy efficiency, we then need to take a look at the motor controller – the AC drive. We all know that AC drives reduce the electricity consumption of motors under variable torque loading (for example, with fans and pumps). In addition, AC drives can also be configured to run in regenerative mode where braking energy is fed back into the power supply instead of being lost as heat. But how do we put the energy-efficiency puzzle together? Are there any constraints on what AC drives we can use with what motors?

Is bundling the answer?

Some motor suppliers offer a bundled motor and drive solution. On paper, this may seem the most convenient, and cost-effective, option. You’re only dealing with one supplier, compatibility is ensured and spare parts stock is minimized. However, it is important to keep an eye on the total cost of operation and the total lifecycle costs.

Think about support, for example. You still need to contact one person for drive support, another for the motor, and yet another for other equipment in the chain. That’s time consuming and potentially costly.

And what about replacements or retrofits? If the motor-drive bundle has been delivered to an installation in a remote region, and the exact same motor technology or compatible drive technology is not available, you’re looking at expensive, and potentially critical, downtime in a breakdown situation.

So, to come back to the headline, let’s look at the topic of motor independence and discuss why choosing an AC drive that adapts to any motor technology makes the most sense.

Reason 1: Flexibility

In this sense, flexibility means the ability to accommodate changing customer specifications and new technological trends over the entire lifetime of an application. If the drive is compatible with all state-of-the-art motor technologies, it’s just a case of including new motor algorithms into software updates of the drive when needed.

Reason 2: Fast replacement/retrofitting

As discussed earlier, there may be occasions when there are bottlenecks in delivery by a particular motor supplier. Similarly, it may be difficult to find an identical replacement motor, for example, in a remote site or location. In these instances, your only option might be to choose a different motor technology. Having a drive that’s compatible with all motor technologies gives you the freedom to choose another, more available, motor technology to avoid costly downtime.

Reason 3: One drive fits all

Now, we’re talking about multiple installations in, for example, large plants. Having the same motor-independent drives installed throughout the entire plant mean there’s a lower spare parts stock inventory, simplified staff training and more straightforward maintenance.

Reason 4: A future-proof solution

Using automatic motor adaptation, motor-independent drives can deliver optimal performance of any motor both now and throughout the lifetime of the application. Motor-independent drive suppliers continually test new motor technologies in order to develop new algorithms for compatibility. Independently optimized components adapt completely to a variety of applications. OEMs, for example, can therefore design the highest-performance drive/motor system for a specific niche application.

As you can see, choosing the right motor and drive combination doesn’t have to be a complicated, stressful task. If you’ve found the ideal motor for your application from a motor supplier you trust, there’s no reason to make any changes to that scenario. Where you can make changes, and changes that will improve your options, reduce potential downtime, simplify maintenance and lower lifecycle costs, is by choosing a motor-independent AC drive.

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Vacon NXP and VLT® Lift Drive LD 302

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A Brief Overview of VSD Technology

Electric AC induction motors run at a fixed speed and are ideally suited to applications where a constant motor output speed is required. However over half of all motor application have some kind of varying demand, such as fans, pups, winding reels and precision tools. Historically, processes would have been controlled using opening and closing dampeners and valves, or changing output speeds with gears or pulleys, all whilst the motor speed remained constant.

In the 1980’s, variable speed drives (VSDs) started appearing on the market offering an alternative method of controls. A VSD also referred to as a ‘drive’ or ‘inverter’ is an electronic power controller that is able to adjust the electrical supply to an AC induction motor with a corresponding change in the motor’s speed and torque output.

By implementing this type of control, a very close match between motor speed and the process requirements of the machine it is driving may be achieved.

Controlling the speed of a motor provides users with improved process control, reduced wear on machines, increased power factor and large energy savings.

Like a good wine, VSD technology has matured, and is now extremely versatile and offers a high degree of motor control. Motor speeds can be accurately varied from zero rpm through over 100% of the rated speed whilst the torque is also adjusted to suit.

Different options are available to suit a variety of applications and budgets. Basic VSD designs are used in simple applications such as fan and pump control whereas more complex versions are available for very precise speed and torque control, for example in multiple winders or materials forming applications.

VSD’s range from 0.18kW through to several MW in size; and are connected to the motor’s electrical supply.

In many applications, variable speed control can lead to substantial reductions in energy use. The use of VSD technology is particularly effective in fan and pump applications where an exponential relationship exists between the machine speed and the energy used.

Surely a 10% reduction in speed should equate to a 10% reduction in energy usage? This is correct when we are talking about a conveyor or a mixer, but fans and pumps are different.

The relationship between the speed and power of a fan or pump is called Cube Law. If you reduce motor speed by 10%, achieve a 27% reduction in energy consumption. Reduce motor speed by 20%, achieve a 48% reduction in energy consumption.

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Digicon awarded Alcumus SafeContractor Acreditation

Top Safety Accreditation for Digicon Solutions Limited

Digicon Solutions has been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace.

Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme, which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations in the UK including SMEs and FTSE 100 companies.

The company’s application for SafeContractor accreditation was driven by the need for a uniform standard across the business. SafeContractor accreditation will enhance the company’s ability to win new contracts, and its commitment to safety will be viewed positively by its insurers when the company liability policy is up for renewal.

Gemma Archibald, Director of Alcumus SafeContractor said: "Major organisations simply cannot afford to run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies in place."

"More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way that Digicon Solutions has done. The firm’s high standard has set an example, which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the sector. SafeContractor plays a vital role in supporting our clients in meeting their compliance needs, whilst working with their contractors as they progress through the accreditation process.”

“To be awarded Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation for the 3^rd year running shows how dedicated our employees are to their Health and Safety responsibilities. With Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation, our clients have peace of mind that they are in safe hands with our specialist engineers.” Molly Jones – Digicon Solutions Limited.

For further information, contact: Molly Jones on 01455 251610 or email molly.jones@digicon-solutions.co.uk

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Center Parcs Woburn Forest Service Contract

Digicon Solutions are providing Center Parcs Woburn Forest with a Variable Speed Drive (VSD) Service Contract to enable maximum reliability, optimised energy efficiency and minimum down time on VSD’s installed on critical applications.

Protecting the environment is important to Center Parcs as their experience is built around enabling guests to enjoy the natural environment with family and friends. Fitting Variable Speed Technology typically saves 27% – 50% energy consumption, and this is why in excess of 150 Variable Speed Drives were fitted to applications during the design and build of Center Parcs Woburn Forest, the company’s newest location and the lowest carbon UK village to date.

Center Parcs Woburn Forest’s bespoke service package includes a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) visit on a 12 monthly basis to carry out checks and actions on each installed VSD to ensure they are operating in optimised configurations, repairs on VSDs where economically viable, guaranteed next day engineer attendance in the event of a breakdown and guaranteed stock availability of hundreds of VSD’s varying between 0.75kW – 75kW.

The typical lifespan of a VSD can range between 5 and 10 years depending upon the application. But, as with all technology, units can fail, and this can be down to a whole host of reasons. Variable speed Drives are typically on a 2-3 week delivery from the manufacturer, and Digicon recognises that no business wants a potential 3 week wait for a replacement to get them up and running again. This is where the strategic spares aspect of the service contract really comes into its own.

Digicon’s current stock holding is £0.5m, meaning that if and when that critical application goes down, Digicon can be there within hours, not weeks. As part of Center Parcs Woburn Forest’s service contract, Digicon guarantee that an engineer will attend a call out within 24 hours of the initial call being made.

Digicon's Managing Director Karl Jones had this to say;
'It is a pleasure to work with a company who take their environmental responsibilities so seriously. Center Parcs are committed to reaching their carbon emissions targets and as specialists in our field, we can see from their plant on site and the attitude of their employees how they achieve this. Our service contracts are carefully put together by our experienced team and tailored to suit the needs of our clients. We leave no stone unturned during our rigorous PPM visits and Center Parcs are in the best hands when it comes to speed and efficiency in getting critical applications back up and running.’

Digicon Solutions have once again been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace. Center Parcs have peace of mind that they are in safe hands with our specialist engineers.

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Global Charity Saving Energy with Digicon Solutions

As the world’s population continues to increase, energy-optimised HVAC systems are the key to providing comfort and safety without increasing energy consumption. Even extreme climates and isolated outposts have a need for efficient HVAC operation. To give you the flexibility you need with the reliability you expect, the VLT® HVAC Drive has been enhanced to meet your needs – and more.

It’s more efficient…

New motor technology is driving an increase in operating efficiency, especially in HVAC applications. In order to get the most out of these PM and SynRM motors, an AC drive with the algorithms to most optimally control these motors is necessary. A single VLT® HVAC Drive can not only optimally run these motors, but can now control multiple IE5 PM motors in parallel for even greater efficiency.

It’s smarter…

HVAC applications can be found everywhere, including in isolated area and in hard-to-reach locations. This requires new ways of thinking in order to efficiently communicate with these drives. Our updated Web Server integrated in the Ethernet options and new Wireless LCP provide even more ways to remotely and securely connect to your VLT® HVAC Drive.

It’s tougher…

These days, HVAC applications are often challenged by temperature fluctuations, seismic activity, areas with high levels of atmospheric pollutants, unstable grid quality or a mixture of these conditions. The VLT® HVAC Drive is designed to meet these challenges head on.

With a wide operating temperature range from -25°C up to 50°C and an availability of enclosure classes up to IP66/UL Type 4X, the VLT® HVAC Drive can be installed almost anywhere without derating. The addition of seismic certification, the ability to install to altitudes of 2000 m/6500 ft without derating, and options for conformal, harsh environment coating to 3C3, further improve the VLT® HVAC Drive’s ability to work reliably in the most demanding environments.

It’s more reliable…

With billions of people all around the world relying on HVAC systems for comfort and safety, it’s vital to select an AC drive that can withstand unforeseen grid fluctuations that would otherwise interrupt operations. To improve ride through, the VLT HVAC® Drive’s robust overvoltage controller, kinetic backup and improved flying start ensure reliable operation when it’s needed most.

AC drives often require connections to grids that are far from perfect, and a host of electrical events can cause serious issues with drives. Algorithms in the VLT® HVAC Drive ensure that, even when there are spikes and dips in voltage, the drive will continue to operate as expected. Occasionally, an AC drive may be connected to a system that experiences a short-circuit which could potentially destroy the connected drive. To ensure reliable operation, the VLT® HVAC Drive is designed to be short-circuit proof with a 100 kA prospective short circuit current capability.

It’s a small investment with a big return…

New energy efficiency regulations focus on ways to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. To meet these new standards, adding an AC drive is a necessity. Over the lifetime of an AC drive, energy cost is the dominating economical factor, but savings can be found in other associated costs.

Selecting the VLT® HVAC Drive provides the lowest total cost of ownership. Installation and commissioning take 20% less time and it has 2% improved operating efficiency than comparable drives. And, based on average operating time, the VLT® HVAC Drive will operate maintenance-free for up to 15 years.

With a range of new features that make the drive tougher and smarter to ensure reliable operation in the harshest conditions, improved process efficiency and enhanced accessibility – what’s not to like?! Watch this video to learn more:

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The Drives Experts for Universities and Colleges

Universities and Colleges have a wide range of energy uses and as such, huge savings possibilities. With Variable Speed Drive technology, you can easily save energy, money and the environment. Every £1 saved is £1 that can be re-invested into the education of the people of our future.

Digicon Solutions pride themselves on being one of the biggest independent variable speed drives specialists in the industry and have built up a team of technical specialists who together have over 100 years of experience in the industry; from installation engineers to high level technical support and sales staff. We do not diversify from our core business. "We stick to what we do best".

Having installed VSD's in London Hotels, Charity HQ's, Holiday Parks, Shopping Centres, and Top UK Universities, Digicon have the skills and expertise to cater to your energy saving needs.

Not only can Digicon offer next day delivery of premium brand Danfoss and Vacon VSD's and associated equipment, such as motors, CO2 sensors and real-time clocks, our specialist engineers can also install and commission the drives.

Our recent installations at David Lloyd Leisure Centres across the UK has not only saved them over £400,000 per year, we also helped them to achieve 20% CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) reduction. 

We offer competitive service packages and we promise that one of our engineers will be on site within 12 hours of an emergency call out.

Digicon are the drive experts you can count on.
We will be with you from the very first phone call through the entire lifetime of your drive - and beyond. We are there for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Digicon endeavour to find and maintain the optimal solution tailored to the needs of you; our customer. 

Call us today to find out what Digicon can do for you and organise a no obligation site survey
01455 251610 or 0844 335 1724

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NHS Warwick Hospital making significant operational cost savings

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National Leisure Group makes huge savings with Digicon Drives

As part of the UK's ongoing mission to monitor and reduce CO2 emissions and energy usage, a National Leisure Group consisting of more than 90 health clubs across the UK found that their pumps and fans were constantly using more energy than was required.

After carrying out extensive site surveys and running free of charge trials, controls experts Digicon Solutions evaluated that the pump and fan installations at the Clubs had all been sized to provide copious amounts of reserve capacity that would not be needed during day to day operation. Our expert engineers at Digicon, discovered that the majority of the applications were fitted with single speed starters, which meant the pumps and fans always operated at full speed, irrespective of the actual requirements. This wasted money and created far more energy consumption than acceptable in these challenging times, where energy saving and reduced CO2 emissions are paramount to ensuring a greener planet.

Digicon suggested that fitting variable speed drives with timers, CO2 sensors, day/night real time clocks, and humidity sensors would allow the motors' operating speeds to be matched to the demand. This significantly reduced the energy usage.

Our experts advised that the potential for savings in applications of this type is excellent, as the power used is proportional to the cube of the speed.

To date, Digicon have installed more than 520 Variable Speed Drives for over 90 Centres within this Group across the UK. By using our Drives, the group is currently making savings of over £400,000 per year. 

We have also installed approximately 600 additional drives to other leading Leisure Clubs nationwide!

By using a Variable Speed Drive (VSD) to reduce the speed of a pump or fan application you can typically achieve the following savings;

• reduce motor speed by 10%, achieve a 27% reduction in energy consumption
• reduce motor speed by 20%, achieve a 48% reduction in energy consumption

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