Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are essential for manufacturers seeking to improve energy efficiency, optimize motor performance, and reduce equipment wear across their production environments. Maryland MEP has partnered with TPC to deliver Variable Frequency Drive Training to provide the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to properly operate and troubleshoot VFD systems, helping manufacturers minimize downtime and maximize operational performance.
Students will learn how to improve VFD control and efficiency, troubleshoot and fix VFDs, reduce equipment downtime, and eliminate chronic VFD problems. Students will perform hands-on activities with a real-life variable frequency drive. Students will input motor data into the variable frequency drive, set parameters for speed control and overcurrent protection, and check fault codes. Students will complete this VFD training course with the ability to lower the cost of VFD operation, thus alleviating the need for hiring costly outside service contractors, all while establishing a culture of safe work practices among employees.
Course Outline
Day One Topics:
- VFD Safety Review
- Electrical Basics Review
- What VFDs Do
- Benefits of Using a VFD
- Load Types
- VFD Options