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Installing a VSD for your Refrigeration Pump

Help decarbonise industrial cooling by installing a variable speed drive

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Written by Product Marketing
Updated over a year ago

Installing a variable speed drive (VSD) for your secondary refrigeration pump is a technique that can be used to help decarbonise industrial cooling. A VSD adjusts the speed of the secondary refrigeration pump motor to match the cooling demand, resulting in lower energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Installing a VSD for your secondary refrigeration pump involves integrating a VSD into the refrigeration pump motor. The VSD adjusts the motor speed to match the cooling demand, resulting in lower energy consumption and carbon emissions.

The secondary refrigeration pump is a critical component of an industrial cooling system, and it consumes a significant amount of energy, up to 30% of the whole refrigeration system. By installing a VSD for the refrigeration pump, industries can optimise their cooling systems and reduce energy consumption, leading to decarbonisation.

Here are some benefits of installing a VSD for your refrigeration pump:

  1. Energy savings: By adjusting the speed of the refrigeration pump motor to match the cooling demand, industries can reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

  2. Reduced wear and tear: Operating the refrigeration pump at a lower speed reduces wear and tear on the system, resulting in longer equipment lifespan and lower maintenance costs.

  3. Increased efficiency: A VSD ensures that the refrigeration pump operates at peak efficiency, regardless of the cooling demand, leading to improved overall efficiency of the cooling system.

  4. Improved system control: A VSD allows for more precise control over the cooling system, resulting in better temperature control and improved product quality.

  5. Compliance with regulations: Installing a VSD can help industries comply with energy efficiency regulations and reduce penalties for non-compliance.

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