Figure 2: Modernization solutions include direct replacement, hard bus retrofill or cradle-in-cradle retrofill. Courtesy: ABB Inc.
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Courtesy: Cincinnati Incorporated
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Decentralized VFD mounted next to motor. Courtesy: Siemens
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Figure 3: Affix valves in positions to reduce the amount of vibration to which they are subjected. Courtesy: Swagelok Co.
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Atlas Copco's GA VSD product line brings energy efficiency and reliability for industries worldwide. Courtesy: Atlas Copco
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