Download a PDF version of this page Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters proved to be the optimal solution for reducing harmonics and meeting THID performance requirements in data server centers. Clean, quality power is critical to the operations of data server centers. This is especially challenging because the HVAC systems used to cool these centers can generate high harmonic distortions… Read more »
Mitigating Harmonics for a Multi-national Internet-based Services Company
Reducing Downtime for a Consumer Electronics Manufacturer
Download a PDF version of this page Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters provided the necessary solution for reducing harmonics to stabilize operations and increase efficiency. Good quality power can make a significant difference for many manufacturing plants such as those that build consumer electronics. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are often used to control the water and ventilation systems for these plants…. Read more »
Reducing Harmonics on Large Power Supply Systems
Download a PDF version of this page Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters are used to reduce harmonics on high power induction heaters. An OEM that manufactures large power supplies (over 3 Megawatts) has harmonic issues that are created by the system. These power supplies have a Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR) bridge to generate and regulate power for heat treating and hardening. These large… Read more »
Expanding Global Growth for a Textile Machinery Manufacturer
Download a PDF version of this page Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters provided the valuable solution to meet global THID performance standards. A textile machinery manufacturer looking to expand its operations internationally discovered a problem with harmonic distortion in their systems. The use of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) within their machines improved efficiency and precision by controlling motor speeds but created… Read more »
Achieve Superior Product Performance and Reliability!
Download a PDF version of this page For an oil producer, Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters with 6-pulse drives proved to be a higher performance, lower cost harmonic mitigation solution when compared to multi-pulse drives. Progressive Cavity Pumps (PCPs) on artificial lift systems are often driven by Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). These drives help the motors run more efficiently but also… Read more »
Smart Solutions for Reduced Utility Costs
Download a PDF version of this page Reduce harmonic distortion and significantly reduce utility bills! Traditionally used to improve power quality, equipment life, and reduce heat loss, harmonic filters can also reduce utility costs. As energy demands increase, utility companies are turning to smart meters as a means to measure the total amount of power consumed. Smart meters, built with… Read more »
Better Harmonic Performance at Light Loads Results in Less Overall Distortion on the Power Grid
Download a PDF version of this page Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters provided the optimum solution for reciprocating pump operators in the Bakken oil fields. Oil reciprocating pumps rely on a large counterweight to offset the weight of the pump rod which can be several hundred feet long. This produces a motor and drive load profile that… Read more »
Matrix AP – Seismic Certification
Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters are now seismic certified. Seismic-compliant Matrix® AP Harmonic Filters are built to withstand physical shocks from a catastrophic event and provide full proven performance once the event is over. Critical needs facilities such as hospitals, police and fire stations, emergency shelters and operations centers play a vital role in providing services… Read more »
