Inverter Technology In Our Everyday Lives
Have you ever been in an old building where the thermostat causes the air conditioning to switch on and off repeatedly?
Traditional air conditioning systems rely on thermostats to decide when to operate. This results in units turning on until the ambient temperature reaches a target level, then switching off, creating an erratic cycle of starting and stopping.
In contrast, inverter technology continuously monitors and adjusts energy output to match the actual demand. This allows the system to use only as much energy as needed, minimizing wastage. Without inverters, air conditioning units operate in extremes—they’re either completely off or running at a fixed speed, which is far less efficient.
How Are Inverters Used In Automation?
Food & Beverage: Inverters control mixers, blenders, conveyors, and packaging machines for precise speed adjustments or optimize compressors in refrigeration units to maintain consistent temperatures while saving energy.
Buildings: Inverters integrate with sensors to adjust lighting levels dynamically based on occupancy and daylight availability.
Water Management: Inverters regulate the speed of pumps based on real-time demand, preventing unnecessary energy consumption.
Transport: Inverters are used in trains and metro systems for traction control and efficient energy usage.
Warehousing: Inverters are used in electric forklifts and AGVs to control motor speed and torque.
Due to its wide ranging benefits, Inverter technology will be prevalent in any process or industry that requires
- Energy Savings
- Precision Control
- Reduction of Wear and Tear
- Sustainability
For a detailed explanation on how Inverters work, take a look at this video.
Size of Inverters
Today, inverters come in various sizes, with manufacturers offering a broad range of models tailored to user needs. The most common variations include phase, voltage, and horsepower capacity. For example, Mitsubishi Electric, an industry-leading inverter manufacturer, provides an extensive selection of inverters. Each model can be customized to specific requirements, often reflected by slight adjustments to the official component number.
When paired with a corresponding or similarly rated motor, the inverter becomes a powerful tool, delivering significant efficiencies to your processes, regardless of your operational requirements.
Mitsubishi E700 Series Inverters and respective variations
Speak With Us
Hikari Automation Systems is a leading automation devices and components provider in Singapore that boasts a long-standing reputation in the region for over 30 years. We are specialists in factory automation and inverter technology. Speak with us to find out more about the brands of inverter we carry and our solutions of integrating them into your operations.
We carry inverters from leading brands like Mitusbishi Electric, Fuji Electric and Hitachi, and our experienced team will be able to advise you on how to integrate inverters into your systems.