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NORD to Showcase Airport Technology Solutions at AAAE

NORD will be exhibiting at the 93rd Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada from July 11th – 13th. Located at Booth 813, they will be highlighting their airport technology solutions including drive systems for check-in, sorting, high-speed transport, baggage handling, and more.

Waunakee, WI, 2021-06-22

NORD will exhibit new, innovative airport drive solutions at the 93rd Annual American Association of Airport Executives Conference and Exposition. With airports constantly reinventing and updating to meet the needs of today, NORD is ready support them with reliable, flexible, and highly customizable solutions that focus on energy efficiency, reduction of variants, and reducing Total Cost of Ownership. At AAAE, registered attendees can see what NORD has to offer firsthand and speak directly with NORD experts to find the drives and controls that best meet their needs.

<h2>IE5+ Synchronous Motors: Unleashing the Future of Operational Efficiency</h2>

The newest generation of NORD motor technology offers the highest operational efficiency available on the market today. IE5+ Synchronous Motors are focused on maximizing efficiency, with a compact footprint that can be installed quicky and easily, even in small spaces. With these motors in place, operators can experience energy savings, reduce system variants, and minimize operating costs for their applications, especially for applications where operation at partial loads and low speeds is required.

When IE5+ synchronous motors are utilized as a part of the LogiDrive complete drive system solution they create an energy efficient, maintenance-friendly solution consisting of an efficient gearbox, permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM), and a decentralized variable frequency drive. Plug-and-play decentralized technology makes installation and maintenance extremely easy and the LogiDrive system also maintains operational efficiency at partial load and low speeds, making it the ideal solution for high-volume baggage systems and other conveyor systems.

<h2>Key IE5+ Synchronous Motors Advantages</h2>

Highest operational efficiency available, even at partial load and low speed ranges
Reduced Total Cost of Ownership and fast Return on Investment
Reduction of variants through constant torque over a wide speed range
Fully matched NORD modular system solution with gear unit, motor and variable frequency drive
Compact size at 9'' and 15.4 lbs. providing 0.5 – 1.5 HP in a single motor frame
Compatible with all gear units and cabinet or wall mounted VFDs from the NORD modular system
Flexible mounting options: Direct, NEMA, IEC
Non-ventilated variant (N-Design) for hygienic wash-down areas
Ventilated variant (F-Design) with a high overload capacity
U.S. Availability
- 71 frame N design available now
- 90 frame N and F designs Q2 2022
- 71 frame F design scheduled Q3 2022

<h2>DuoDrive Takes Baggage Handling to the Next Level</h2>

NORD’s new DuoDrive is a revolutionary integrated gear unit/motor concept that combines a high-efficiency IE5+ motor with a single-stage helical gear unit in one housing. Due to its optimized system efficiency, high power density, and quiet operation, it is extremely well-suited for airport baggage handling systems. Together with its simple Plug-and-Play commissioning, DuoDrive solution can provide a significant reduction in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) compared to other drive systems.

DuoDrive Key Advantages

Extremely high system efficiency of up to 92%
Reduced TCO and fast ROI via utilization of IE5+ motor technology
Compact, smooth design for easy installation and optimized space utilization
Industry-standard mounting dimensions

<h2>NORDAC ON/ON+: Powering Smart Conveyors in the IIoT Age</h2>

The new NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives were developed to meet the special requirements of horizontal conveyor technology and for use with the new IE5+ synchronous motor (NORDAC ON+). They are characterized by an integrated Ethernet interface, full Plug-and-Play capabilities, and a compact, space-saving design. NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives are a reliable, economic solution for IIoT environments.

NORDAC ON/ON+ Key Advantages

Future-ready with IIoT capability, firmware update via Ethernet, and integrated PLC
Standardized design with Plug-and-Play for fast commissioning
Can be used with asynchronous and synchronous motors
Integrated industrial Ethernet interfaces switchable by parameters (PROFINET, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP)
Usable over a wide frequency range
Compact footprint

<h2>Say Goodbye to Unplanned Downtime: NORD's Predictive Maintenance Revolutionizes Machine Uptime</h2>

NORD’s new Condition Monitoring for Predictive Maintenance solution helps maintain machines and plants proactively to reduce downtimes and increase overall efficiency. It provides real- or near-real-time drive and status data which is recorded and analyzed periodically or continuously to optimize operational performance and safety. This drive status data is stored on a local industrial PC which can then be transferred and summarized on a remote dashboard.

Condition Monitoring Key Advantages

Early detection and avoidance of undesired operating conditions
Time-based maintenance is replaced by status-based maintenance
Machinery and plant downtimes can be planned based on drive and process data
Reduction of service and material costs
Longer service life of components and machinery
Increase in system availability
Avoidance of unplanned downtime
Predictable and cost-optimized repairs

NORD manufactures a wide selection of gear units, electric motors, and drive electronics in various sizes and configurations for use within the airport industry and other demanding markets. The modular design of NORD products offers nearly unlimited versatility with more than 20,000,000 unique combinations of gearmotors and speed reducers that are available as inline or right-angle, mounted by foot or flange, solid or hollow shafts, and more – giving customers complete freedom to specify a drive solution that’s perfect for the job.