Buckles-Smith Hosted Event
Variable Frequency Drives: Basics of Inverters
Mar 30
This basic 1/2-day Introduction to Variable Frequency Drives class is designed for those who need to use, implement, or purchase VFDs, and would like to learn more about what they are and how they work.
8:30a - 12:00p | Basic Overview: AC Motor and VFD Theory Design & Installation Considerations & Issues Application Issues Harmonics, wiring, and grounding Basic Programming on PowerFlex 525 VFD Basic Programming on PowerFlex 750 VFD Basic Programming using ControlLogix Controller |
12:00p - 12:30p | Lunch |
12:30p - 1:30p | Marathon Overview |
1:30p - 3:00p | Optional Session: Hands-on Programming Labs |
Instructor
Steve Studebaker
Steve is an Allen-Bradley Product Specialist focusing on variable frequency drives, motor control centers, motion controls, and mechatronics. Steve started in industrial sales in 1990, with 20 years selling variable frequency drives! When he’s not answering several customer phone calls, he leads a local band named Blind to Reason. He is also an avid sports fan. Steve has traveled to multiple bowls and playoff games supporting his Oregon Ducks.