In the lead-up to the WoTS trade fair, renowned magazine Aandrijvenenbesturen.nl published an interesting article about the special electric motors from Cantoni Motor S.A. Several customized electric motors are examined in detail. So many possibilities! Read more...
Electric Motors – No Industry Can Do Without Them
Virtually all production equipment is directly or indirectly dependent on electric motors. "Without electric motors, the world comes to a standstill," says Barry Grevengoed, sales engineer at Kolmer Electric Motors. "But all these different applications have their own requirements. That’s why Cantoni electric motors play a central role in our program."
In addition to the right power, voltage, and speed, Grevengoed effortlessly lists three essential conditions:
Just as important is fast replaceability. "If a motor fails, the whole process comes to a halt."
For Kolmer Electric Motors, these are essentially standard conditions. That's why they are a distributor of Cantoni electric motors, and at the upcoming World of Industry, Technology & Science fair, they will showcase why. From IEC56 to nearly unlimited sizes—Cantoni electric motors are not only efficient but also adaptable to every conceivable application. Custom-specific motors are dimensioned and constructed by a team of experienced engineers in close consultation with the customer.
Depending on the required modifications, quantities, and sizes, the motors are either custom-made at Cantoni in Poland or directly modified in Kolmer's modern workshop in Harderwijk, where 20,000 electric motors are kept in stock.
Custom Electric Motors
Both parties have produced quite a few customer-specific electric motors, and Grevengoed—“customization is our standard”—highlights a few examples. One of these is a water-cooled IE3 electric motor. The motor does not have the standard fan, which is advantageous for the necessary installation space, but relies on water cooling with water connections on the motor frame. This motor is ideal for use on ships equipped with water connections, where available space is always limited.
Another ‘special’ is a dual-speed flameproof motor. This electric motor is designed for maritime applications in extremely low temperatures. The motor is equipped with directly connected cables without a terminal box and is ideal for driving an axial fan (IC418).418).
For use in small spaces, the Polish-Dutch tandem also offers a compact electric motor in a cable version without a terminal box. Thanks to the modified flange height, this, according to Grevengoed, is a perfect IE3 motor solution for customers with space constraints.
Continuing on the topic of efficiency, he also mentions a fan application. This is about an electric motor as it was often seen in the past: with the fan mounted on the front and suspended by four points on the frame. Thanks to the special shaft, the installation has been greatly simplified. Additionally, the motor meets the high IE4 standard for energy efficiency.
Significant Savings
Now, high electrical efficiency and an exceptionally high power factor (cosine phi) are already striking features of Cantoni electric motors. "Although most brands today have high efficiency, no brand has such a high power factor as Cantoni," Grevengoed states. "This means less waste of electricity and significant cost savings, especially when you consider that about 95% of the total cost over the lifetime of an electric motor consists of electricity costs." As the ecological footprint becomes an increasingly important—and often legally enforced—criterion for both OEMs and end-users, electricity consumption and Total Cost of Ownership will only grow in importance.
Sustainability also unquestionably involves longevity. The Kolmer Top Coating can play a significant role here. This in-house developed coating results in a protective layer that extends the life of electric motors under extreme conditions. This includes high and low temperatures and potential exposure to chemicals. Even the often destructive combination of wind and seawater in maritime environments can be effectively countered with Kolmer Top Coating.
Grevengoed explains, “Unlike regular coatings that form a layer on top of the paint, Kolmer Top Coating anchors itself through the paint layer and into the metal.” He adds enthusiastically, “Cantoni electric motors, coated with Kolmer Top Coating, together form a rock-solid sustainability duo!”
Wie meer wil weten over Cantoni-elektromotoren – en ze van dichtbij wil zien – neemt Kolmer vrijwel alle genoemd elektromotoren mee naar de komende World of Industry, Technology & Science van 24 t/m 27 september in Jaarbeurs Utrecht. Grevengoed nodigt iedereen uit op stand 11A029: ”Ontdek zelf hoe ‘Customization is our standard’ wordt toegepast en welke voordelen dit voor jouw toepassingen kan bieden.”