Ease of use is in the DNA of Invertek Drives. It is fundamental to the way products are designed, technology is developed, and customers are supported. From selection and commissioning through to integration, operation, and service, the aim is to remove unnecessary complexity and help customers achieve results quickly and confidently.

Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are used by engineers and operators across a range of industries and applications, often working in demanding environments. This is why Invertek Drives focuses on developing products that deliver high performance, are compact and robust, and are ready to use from the moment customers open the box.

The ease of use of Invertek’s VFDs starts with installation. Its products include contactor-style, quick-connect terminals and DIN rail and keyhole mounting options. This ensures straightforward installation and helps prevent incorrect wiring, even where space can be limited.

The Optidrive range includes an intuitive keypad and digital control, with as few as fourteen basic parameters. This makes setup quick and easy for most applications, without the need of having to configure advanced parameter settings. Invertek’s VFDs deliver precise motor control and energy savings and are suitable for all motor types. Sensorless Vector Control provides accurate motor performance without the need for additional feedback devices, simplifying system design.

In its product offering, Invertek provides a wide range of communication options including Modbus RTU, BACnet, CANopen, PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet. The next-generation Optidrive E4 series provides real-time data exchange for precision control and diagnostics, allowing simple integration with modern automation networks and meeting the requirements of Industry 4.0 and IIoT systems.

This DNA goes beyond the product itself. Invertek’s ease of use philosophy is supported by a range of helpful tools and resources. OptiTools Studio is computer software that allows commissioning, monitoring, and parameter editing of its VFDs. For mobile phones and tablets, the Optistick Smart communicates with the OptiTools Mobile app via Bluetooth, making its range of Optidrive easy to commission. Invertek makes it straightforward for customers to find the support they need. Its website offers a range of resources including product information, technical documentation, training guides and videos.

Finally, Invertek Drives thinks globally but acts locally, providing a network of sales and service partners operating in more than 80 countries worldwide. This Engineered Global Support offers sales, training, service and application assistance. Pre-sales support gives partners access to training programmes, product selection advice, and application training specific to each region. A dedicated Customer Support team is on hand throughout the process. The entire support system highlights Invertek’s ethos of making its Optidrive VFDs easy to use at every stage, removing unnecessary complexity.