NORD’s high-efficiency gear motors and intelligent variable frequency drives work together to provide dynamic precision to automation systems, such as those in the intralogistics applications

NORD Powers Automation with modular solutions for over 100 diverse industries

Posted on Aug 19, 2024 in Products

NORD offers a wide selection of gear units, electric motors, and drive electronics that work in unison to deliver efficient, reliable automation.

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS delivers reliable, high efficiency automation solutions to a wide range of industries. Their modular product portfolio of over 20,000,000 standard components includes gear units, electric motors, and electronic control products that offer versatility and flexibility for easy adaptation to application requirements.

NORD’s reliable drive solutions not only deliver efficient operation but are also individually serviceable, enabling automation systems to have significantly greater availability.

NORD supports the post and parcel industry with high-efficiency drive solutions optimized for reliable, low-maintenance operation. Standardized LogiDrive complete drive solutions are often selected for these applications as they provide a gear unit, motor, and variable frequency drive that can be configured to meet precise specifications. Their modular design incorporates Plug-and-Play technology for easy installation and enables all components of the drive to be individually serviced, minimizing maintenance, downtime, and repair costs. Sorters, belt conveyors, curved conveyors, and lifters employ two-stage NORDBLOC.1 helical bevel gear units paired with IE4 or IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors and NORDAC LINK variable frequency drives, while merger applications use UNICASE helical inline gear units to accommodate their particularly high dynamics and speeds. Both compact solutions provide high-efficiency, fast ramp times, smooth automation, long service life, and quiet operation.

Baggage handling systems often incorporate hundreds of gear motors that work together to efficiently move baggage from one end of the airport to the other. They must be precise, reliable, and customizable with sophisticated electronic controls to ensure the highest level of performance and energy efficiency. With high quality drive systems that combine gear motors with integrated distributed controls, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides both a reliable and cost-effective solution that meets the special requirements of the industry. These solutions typically consist of UNICASE helical bevel gear units or two-stage NORDBLOC.1 helical bevel gear units paired with high efficiency IE3 or IE5+ motors and NORDAC FLEX variable frequency drives. The decentralized modular design is beneficial for maintenance while M12 quick disconnect receptables simplify the installation process and cut down on complicated wiring systems. Each NORD motor frame size has several available brake sizes, a multitude of options, and integrated dynamic brake control for rapid starting and stopping of the conveyors as baggage travels through the system. Additionally, their brake motors with distributed control AC drives have the brake rectifier integrated directly into the drive, eliminating the need for standard brake rectifiers and associated brake control relay circuits.

When it comes to the packaging industry, continuous running of automation systems is a high priority. All technology and drives must be well-balanced and have a high level of stability to meet production goals. For bottling plants that require multiple systems for preparation, filling, and packaging, NORD offers UNICASE worm gear units, UNIVERSAL SI worm gear units, and UNIVERSAL SMI worm gear units paired with NORDAC PRO SK 500P variable frequency drives. These centralized VFDs enable precise adjustment of speeds to avoid faults from bottles falling over during conveyance. They also deliver the high speeds and precision control required during the sealing process. An integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface allows for remote maintenance tools, control, and online inspection of the entire system to check for faults and evaluate data from all drives in the plant.

Robust drive solutions from NORD are configurable with food-grade lubrication, stainless steel shafts, washdown protection, and more for adherence to strict hygienic standards in the food and beverage industry.

The food and beverage industry has a wide range of machines that perform specific automated tasks such as food separators, belt coating systems, and pipes that pump liquid pastes into mixers. NORD delivers robust drive technology for these specialized systems and adheres to strict hygiene standards with options including food-grade lubrication, stainless steel shafts, IP69K-rated washdown protection, and more. Their UNICASE helical bevel gear motors deliver efficient, reliable automation for separators and belt systems with durable, wear-free gear teeth, high axial and radial load capacities, and low maintenance for reduced downtime. NORDBLOC.1 helical inline gear units are an ideal solution when it comes to pump applications thanks to their large bearings that provide exceptional strength, durability, and minimal wear from radial and axial forces. For food and beverage applications that require electronic controls, NORD offers NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives with integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface for easy integration into modern automation systems. Their housings are made from robust aluminum alloy with an IP protection class up to IP66, making it suitable for harsh environmental conditions. These drives can additionally be operated in temperature ranges from -22°F (-30°C) to +104°F (+40°C), making them ideal for both deep-freeze and high-heat applications.

With their widespread industry knowledge, application expertise, and global sales and technical support, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS delivers complete drive solutions from a single source configured to meet the most specialized of automation system needs.