Case Study
Dutch chemical giant selects motor-gearing package for its compact size, high output and reliability
Dutch chemical giant selects motor-gearing package for its compact size, high output and reliability
Case note Dutch chemical giant selects motor-gearing package for its compact size, high output and reliability An ABB motor and gearing package is selected for use on screw conveyors at a new multi-million euro ammonium sulfate plant in the Netherlands. It was chosen for its high reliability, compact design, competitive price, rapid delivery and dimensional compatibility with competitor brands. Scope of supply The ABB package features two styles of Dodge ® Quantis gear reducers – an in-line helical bevel (ILH) and a right-angle helical bevel (RHB) – powered by ABB low voltage IEC electric motors, for 17 screw conveyor systems. The conveyors, installed at chemical giant DSM’s state-of-the-art plant at Geleen in The Netherlands, are used to transfer ammonium sulfate; a subst