Invertek Drives named #43 in top 200 companies
We are pleased to announce that Invertek Drives has been named #43 among the top 200 companies in Wales, UK. Adrian Ellam, CEO, said: “This is a great achievement and a testament to our en...
WHY OPTIDRIVE VFDS ARE A KEY COMPONENT IN THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND OPERATION OF THE WORLD’S HVAC SYSTEMS
The HVAC industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the urgent need for energy efficiency and precise environmental control. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) have become a key tec...
Invertek thanked by vital air ambulance service for £70,000 fundraising
Invertek Drives is proud of its and its employees work raising money for local and national charities. A team from the Wales Air Ambulance recently visited our global HQ in Welshpool, UK, to present ...
INVERTEK DRIVES TO SHOWCASE HVAC SOLUTIONS AT AHR EXPO 2025
Invertek Drives, a leading global designer and manufacturer of variable frequency drives (VFDs), will exhibit its latest HVAC solutions at the AHR Expo 2025 in Orlando, Florida, USA (10-12 February&m...
Season's Greetings and a Happy New Year from Invertek Drives
The Invertek team sends warm festive greetings and wishes all our colleagues and customers a Happy New Year. Our Global HQ in the UK will close at the end of Monday, 23 December, and will reopen on T...
THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCURATE AND SAFE ELEVATOR CONTROL HIGHLIGHTED AT LIFT EXPO ITALIA
Invertek Drives to showcase Optidrive Elevator Core at Stand E11 Invertek Drives will highlight the importance of accurate and safe elevator control at Lift Expo Italia in Milan on 4, 5, and 6 Decemb...
Invertek's Alison is named Foundation Apprentice of the Year
Invertek's Alison Birch has been named Foundation Apprentice of the Year by the Skills Academy Wales. Alison, a Warehouse Administrator at Invertek Drives HQ in Welshpool, UK, received the award at a...
INVERTEK DRIVES HIGHLIGHTS THE CRITICAL ROLE OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES IN MODERN AUTOMATION AT SPS
SPS Expo, Nuremberg, Germany – Tuesday, November 12, 2024 As automation continues to transform industries worldwide, Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) tech...
EU'S REVISED WASTEWATER DIRECTIVE - USHERING IN A NEW ERA OF WATER MANAGEMENT
The European water industry is bracing for a significant transformation due to today’s European Union approval of its revised Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD). The revised dir...
ENERGY SAVING MOTOR CONTROL AT THE FOREFRONT OF SPS 2024
Variable frequency drive technology that delivers significant energy savings, reduces emissions, and optimises automation processes across various industries will be on show at SPS Expo 2024 in Nurem...
Invertek Drives Appoints New Business Development Manager for the Nordic and Baltic Regions
Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, has appointed Patrick Lansdorf as Business Development Manager for the Nordic and Baltic markets. Based in Halmstad, Swe...
Invertek Drives named as one of the top manufacturers in Wales
Invertek Drives has been ranked 36th in the top 100 manufacturers in Wales, UK. Insider Media released the Manufacturer 100 list today, which compiles data about companies in Wales, including the lat...
INVERTEK DRIVES UNVEILS NEW COOLVERT FRAME SIZE AND ENHANCED SAFETY FEATURES AT CHILLVENTA 2024
Nuremberg, Germany – 8 October 2024 Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, has announced the launch of its new Frame Size 5 Optidrive Coolvert at Chillve...
Optidrive Elevator Core showcases in the United States
Fresh from The Elevator Show in Dubai (UAE) last week, our elevator specialist Justin Walker joined the Invertek Drives USA team to showcase our new Optidrive Elevator Core variable frequency drive a...
INVERTEK DRIVES TO SHOWCASE OPTIDRIVE ELEVATOR CORE VFD AT NAEC ANNUAL CONVENTION 2024
Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, will be showcasing its Optidrive Elevator Core variable frequency drive at the National Association of Elevator Contract...
Invertek Drives Shortlisted For Two Major Business Awards
Invertek Drives continues to be recognised for its outstanding business and innovation achievements, securing finalist positions in two prestigious categories at the upcoming Insider Made in Wales Aw...
QUALITY, DURABILITY AND LONGEVITY RESULT IN NEW EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR OPTIDRIVE VFDS
Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, has announced a three year warranty on its Optidrive VFD range, reflecting the company's confidence in the durability an...
INVERTEK DRIVES TO UNVEIL THE LATEST OPTIDRIVE ELEVATOR CORE FEATURE AT THE ELEVATOR SHOW, DUBAI
Invertek Drives Ltd, a global leader in electric motor control technology, is set to showcase its groundbreaking Optidrive Elevator Core variable frequency drive (VFD) at The Elevator Show in Dubai f...
Invertek Drives employees prepare to make a big splash - for charity
At least 160 people are expected to splash into the River Severn in Shrewsbury, Shropshire next month in an attempt to claim the coveted Coracle World Championships title. The event, now in its 17th ...
Invertek Drives Highlights Optidrive Range at Automation Expo 2024
Invertek Drives will be showcasing its complete range of Optidrive variable frequency drives at South East Asia's largest industrial automation exhibition between 21-24th August. Automation Expo 2024...
Invertek Drives - A Culture of Continuous Learning and Development
At Invertek Drives, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. That's why we are committed to providing a wide range of training and development opportunities to help our team member...
INVERTEK DRIVES HONOURED AS FINALIST FOR UK MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR 2024
Invertek Drives, the reigning Manufacturer of the Year in Wales, has been recognised as a finalist for the UK Manufacturer of the Year 2024 at the Insider Made in UK Awards. The national acknowledgem...
INVERTEK DRIVES MARKS WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY, HIGHLIGHTING THE ROLE OF VFD TECHNOLOGY IN A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Invertek Drives joined the global community on 5 June to mark World Environment Day. This year's theme, "Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration," resonates with Invertek's commitment to ...
TACKLING WATER INDUSTRY CHALLENGES WITH VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE TECHNOLOGY AT IFAT 2024
The water industry throughout Europe faces a complex landscape, with ambitious targets set by the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD), rising energy prices, and the widespread need to modernise ageing...
INVERTEK DRIVES SUPPORTS CANCER CHARITY'S WORLD CORACLE CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Coracle World Championships are set to return to the River Severn in Shrewsbury, UK, in September, supported by Invertek Drives to help the event continue its success in raising funds for Macmil...
INVERTEK DRIVES TO SHOWCASE ENERGY-SAVING VFDS FOR WATER AND RAW MATERIALS MANAGEMENT AT IFAT 2024
With an increasing focus on water and raw materials management in light of stringent EU and in-country regulations, Invertek Drives will be at IFAT Munich, Germany, (13-17 May) highlighting how its v...
INVERTEK DRIVES HITS THREE MILLION MILESTONE - ENERGY-SAVING VFD TECHNOLOGY DRIVES SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS
Invertek Drives Ltd, a global innovator and manufacturer of variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, has celebrated producing its three millionth VFD. The landmark arrives just three years af...
Mexican Tequila producer reduces energy costs by 30% with Invertek Drives Optidrive P2 VFD
A leading Mexican tequila producer has achieved a 30% reduction in energy consumption during its production process thanks to the implementation of Invertek Drives' Optidrive P2 variable frequency dr...
Invertek Drives launches extended Optidrive Coolvert range with higher power ratings at MCE 2024
Milan, Italy – 12 March 2024 Invertek Drives has revealed the extension of its industry-leading Optidrive Coolvert (HVAC-R) variable frequency drive (VFD) with the launch of two new compact fra...
Invertek Drives to showcase new high-power rated Optidrive Coolvert VFDs at MCE 2024
Invertek Drives will unveil new high-powered rated additions to its Optidrive Coolvert variable frequency drive (VFD) at MCE – Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2024 (Stand K53 - Hall 12, March 12-1...
Invertek Drives achieves record turnover as US market emerges as largest key region
UK-based Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, is celebrating a significant milestone with confirmation of a record turnover of £96.5 million in 2023. It...
Roasting up the perfect coffee bean with Optidrive VFD and SM Cyclo gear motor technology
In the heart of the world's fourth-largest coffee bean producer, a technological collaboration is brewing perfection between three manufacturers of variable frequency drives, gear motors, and coffee ...
Mountains, city, sea - Optidrive Elevator helps reveal stunning Brazilian vistas
Visitors to a Brazilian city can now reach new heights with spectacular views over the region thanks to a new tourist attraction reached by a panoramic lift controlled by an Optidrive Elevator varia...
Invertek Drives to showcase VFD efficiency solutions at FEIMEC 2024
Class-leading innovator and manufacturer of variable frequency drives, Invertek Drives, will be exhibiting at FEIMEC 2024 in Brazil, demonstrating its cutting-edge solutions for industrial motor cont...
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Strengthens European Presence With New Regional Headquarters
Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), the parent company of Invertek Drives Ltd and a global leader in diverse industries, has announced the launch of Sumitomo Heavy Industries (Europe) B.V., a new ...
AHR Expo – Demonstrating the benefits of variable frequency drive control in refrigeration, pumping, and ventilation systems
Accurate motor and compressor control in HVAC-R systems creates a range of benefits from greater energy efficiencies, to less downtime and maintenance. Invertek Drives Ltd, a leader in the design and...
102 trees planted and 25,456kgs of CO2e captured
As a business, we have a responsibility to minimise our environmental impact and prioritise sustainability in all our actions. Two years ago, we changed the paper used to print the handbooks for our ...
Mining company utilises Optidrive P2 VFD to optimise conveyor and crushing process
An Indonesian mining company has significantly improved the transportation and crushing of ore at its site with the introduction of Optidrive variable frequency drives (VFDs) on a reclaim feeder brea...
Coracle World Championships raises £29,500 for Macmillan Cancer Support charity
More than £29,500 has been raised as a result of this year’s Macmillan Coracle World Championships held on the River Severn in Shrewsbury in September… as well as a new world recor...
Invertek Drives celebrates 50 years of Japanese investment in Wales
Invertek Drives was privileged to have taken part in a celebration marking 50 years of Japanese investment in Wales with the Japanese Ambassador to the UK and First Minister of Wales. Dr David Jones,...
SPS – Why variable frequency drive technology should be prioritised to reduce energy use and emissions in industrial processes
The environmental and financial benefits of using variable frequency drives on industrial electric motor applications will be highlighted by Invertek Drives (Hall 3, Stand 360) at SPS, Nurember...
INVERTEK DRIVES ACHIEVES ISO 26000 AS PART OF ITS COMMITMENT TO CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Invertek Drives Ltd has achieved ISO 26000:2010 for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment. The prestigious international standard is achieved by businesses and organisations “c...
Manufacturer of the Year UK 2024 shortlisted
We're pleased to confirm that we are now shortlisted as Manufacturer of the Year UK in the Insider Made in the UK Awards 2024. The awards, to be held in Liverpool on 27 June 2024, will bring together...
Invertek Drives named Manufacturer of the Year 2023
Invertek Drives has been named Manufacturer of the Year 2023 at the Made in Wales Awards held in Cardiff. The company was up against some significant other Wales-based manufacturers before being name...
INVERTEK DRIVES LAUNCHES 'INDUSTRY CHANGING’ VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE FOR THE ELEVATOR SECTOR
Interlift, Augsburg, Germany – Tuesday, 17 October 2023 Invertek Drives Ltd, a leading innovator and manufacturer of electric motor control technology, has unveiled a new product poised to rede...
From summer holiday job to graduate placement… Harry takes it all in his stride
Our graduate training programme has been instrumental in launching successful careers at Invertek Drives, particularly in the areas of Innovation and Manufacturing Engineering, aiding in the attracti...
Invertek employees raise £300 at Macmillan Coffee Morning
Employees at Invertek Drives's global headquarters in the UK were baking, donating or eating cakes this week... all for charity. The company held a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Wednesday to raise mone...
A smooth elevator ride for residents’ automated tower car parking
Transporting vehicles by elevator to a tower parking facility is a complex process. It's crucial to ensure a smooth and silent ride to the right floor for the safety of the vehicle and to avoid dist...
Manufacturer of the Year 2023 Finalist!
Invertek Drives Ltd has been named as a finalist in the Manufacturer of the Year (over £25m) category in the Wales Business Insider Made in Wales Awards 2023. The awards finalists were rev...
Team Invertek prepares for the Coracle World Championships
The Macmillan Coracle World Championships return to the River Severn in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK, this Friday (8 September 2023) with at least 38 teams taking part. The event has competitors racing...
Invertek Drives to create 250 new jobs over the next five years
At least 250 new jobs are anticipated to be created over the next five years by Invertek Drives Ltd at its global headquarters and manufacturing facility at Welshpool, Powys, UK, the company has anno...
Invertek Drives to exhibit at Fenasan 2023 in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Invertek Drives will be exhibiting at Fenasan – The National Sanitation and Environment Fair in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in October. Invertek’s Latin America team will be exhibiting the range...
A New Dawn... The countdown begins
𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗔𝗪𝗡... 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦 The light is beginning to shine on the reveal of a new product. The countdown has begun. ...
𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗔𝗪𝗡... 𝗪𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗘
𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗔𝗪𝗡... 𝗪𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗘.Innovation is the heartbeat of progress, propelling us forward, paving the way for a brighter, energy efficient future…Watch t...
Graduation success for Invertek Drives team members
Well done to these four individuals who accomplished a major milestone. Last Friday, members of the Invertek team, Rhys Griffiths from Sales and Marketing, Paul Pritchard and Graham Edwards from Tech...
The importance of biodiversity alongside our growth
At Invertek Drives, we understand the importance of biodiversity and its role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. That's why, alongside our commitment to advancing our facilities, we are proud to pla...
Greater efficiencies achieved at Brazilian biomass plant with Invertek Drives' variable frequency drives
The implementation of Invertek Drives Optidrive variable frequency drives at a biomass plant in Brazil has resulted in increased efficiency, lower energy consumption, and reduced emissions. The bioma...
Our drive for a cooler planet - World Refrigeration Day
Invertek Drives joins the global celebration of World Refrigeration Day today (26 June 2023), highlighting the significant role its Optidrive variable frequency drives play in controlling efficient ...
Invertek Drives appoints Adrian Ellam as its new CEO in line with its growth strategy
Invertek Drives Ltd, a leading designer and manufacturer of variable frequency drives, based at Welshpool, Powys, UK, has announced the appointment of Adrian Ellam as its new Chief Executive Officer....
Graduates drop in on their former school to highlight their career journeys
Members of Invertek Drives graduate and apprentice training schemes recently visited a local school to share their insights and experiences to inspire the engineers of the future. Graduates Ben Dun...
Invertek Drives to showcase Optidrive Variable Frequency Drives at Fispal Tecnologia
Invertek Drives, a leading manufacturer of variable frequency drives (VFDs), is taking part in the Fispal Tecnologia exhibition, which will take place from 27th to 30th June at the Sau Paulo Expo, Sa...
Japanese Ambassador to the UK and UK Foreign Secretary Commemorate 25th Anniversary of Invertek Drives
The Japanese Ambassador to the UK, His Excellency Mr Hajime Hayashi, and the UK's Foreign Secretary, the Right Honourable James Cleverly MP, joined forces today to celebrate the 25th anniversary of I...
Invertek Drives to support cancer charity's Coracle World Championships
The Coracle World Championships, which has raised more than £350,500 for the Macmillan Cancer Support charity, will return to the River Severn in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, in September, supported...
Work underway on global manufacturing facility extension
Contractors have completed their site set-up in readiness for the construction of a new 2,771sq metre extension to Invertek Drives global manufacturing and distribution facility at Welshpool, Powys, ...
Off-grid farm reduces energy costs and increases irrigation abilities with Optidrive P2 Solar VFDs
An off-grid livestock farm has eliminated its use of a costly and inefficient diesel generator water pumping system by implementing a solar-powered solution controlled with Optidrive variable frequen...
Invertek heads to Feira Expomafe in Brazil
The complete range of Invertek Drives' Optidrive variable frequency drives will be exhibited at Expomafe 2023 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, between 9-13 May. Expomafe is the International Fair of Machine Too...
The King's Coronation Bank Holiday - UK
The King's Coronation Bank Holiday - Monday, 8 May 2023 Invertek Drives global headquarters and manufacturing facility in the UK will be closed on Monday, 8 May 2023, as part of a Bank Holiday commem...
Invertek Drives heads to Hannover Messe 2023
Invertek Drives will be displaying its complete range of Optidrive variable frequency drives at Hannover Messe (17 - 21 April 2023). The Optidrive Eco, E3, P2, and Coolvert ranges will be available t...
Work begins on extended global manufacturing facility at Invertek Drives
Work has begun on the construction of a 2,771sq metre extension to the global variable frequency drive manufacturing and distribution facility at Invertek Drives at Welshpool, Powys, UK. The extens...
Invertek graduates talk tech with the directors
Being innovative is at the heart of what we do at Invertek Drives. The process from design to manufacturing utilises a range of skills. Our Graduate Training Scheme is a core component in the devel...
Ceramics manufacturer reduces energy costs and increases product quality with Optidrive VFDs
Replacing an inefficient damper-based fan system with Optidrive variable frequency drives has helped a Brazilian ceramics producer reduce energy use in part of its process by 60% while increasing th...
Invertek heads to Plastico Brazil
Invertek Drives will be exhibiting at Plastico Brasil in Sao Paulo between 27 and 31 March 2023. The advantages of Optidrive variable frequency drive technology in terms of efficiencies and energy sa...
Invertek Drives appoints a new Country Manager for India
Invertek Drives has appointed a new Country Manager for India as part of the company’s ongoing growth strategy. Bhupesh Katakkar has joined the global innovator and manufacturer of variable fre...
Expansion at Invertek Drives with an anticipated investment of £6.3m in a new Innovation Centre
An anticipated investment of £6.3 million in a new Innovation Centre is planned at the global headquarters of Invertek Drives, a world-leading innovator and manufacturer of variable fr...
Driving down the cost of refrigeration – to businesses and the environment
EuroShop, Dusseldorf, Germany – 26 February 2023 Refrigeration is one of the largest single energy costs in the commercial and industrial food and beverage and cold chain sectors globally. Th...
Invertek Drives heads to EuroShop 2023
The importance of variable frequency drives (VFD) in refrigeration compressor control will be at the heart of the Invertek Drives stand at EuropShop 2023 between 26 February and 2 March. Natural re...
World-class Brazilian training academy chooses Optidrive VFDs
One of the leading providers of industrial training in Latin America has turned to Optidrive variable frequency drive (VFD) technology from Invertek Drives to help educate and train electrical engine...
New Western States Sales Manager for Invertek Drives USA
Invertek Drives USA is continuing its expansion with the appointment of a key sales manager for the Western United States. Doug Falt has been appointed Western Region Sales Manager for the variable f...
Global HQ and Manufacturing Seasonal Holidays 2022
SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS AND SUPPLIERS Our UK-based global headquarters and manufacturing facility will close on Friday, 23 December 2022 for seasonal holidays, reopening on Tuesday, 23...
Invertek coracle racers help raise £35k for Macmillan Cancer Support charity
Nearly £35,500 has been raised at this year’s Coracle World Championships held on the River Severn in Shrewsbury, UK. More than 40 teams took part in the event, supported by Invertek Driv...
Justin Peters to lead Invertek Drives global sales team
Variable Frequency Drives innovator and manufacturer, Invertek Drives, has appointed Justin Peters as Factory Sales Manager to lead the global sales team, the company has announced. Justin, who has...
Racing ahead as British GT Champions - with a little help from Optidrive Eco VFDs
Congratulations to RUNWAY42 / Steller Motorsport on becoming the Overall GT4 Champions in the 2022 British GT Championship. Drivers Stennan Fielding and Richard Williams took the overall GT4 Drivers ...
New global focus will help accelerate Invertek’s growth within the HVAC-R sector
SPS Nuremberg, Germany, 8 November 2022 Invertek Drives commitment to increasing its market share in the rapidly growing global refrigeration and heat pump sectors will be spearheaded through a dedic...
How Optidrive VFDs are helping create environmentally friendly renewable energy
Renewable energy is helping to reduce the amount of harmful emissions released into the atmosphere and the world’s reliance on fossil fuels. Biogas produced through anaerobic digestion is once...
Invertek Drives will return to SPS Smart Production Solutions
Invertek Drives, the innovator and manufacturer of energy-saving Optidrive variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, will be at SPS Smart Production Solutions in Nuremberg, Germany, 8-10 November. ...
Invertek Drives USA expands with new headquarters and distribution centre
Investment continues at the US arm of Invertek Drives Ltd with the expansion into new premises to cater for record orders and rapid growth. The headquarters and distribution centre of Invertek Drives...
Invertek Drives joins EHPA as the global heat pump market reaches record levels
Record growth in the global heat pump market is leading to greater recognition of the importance of variable frequency (VFD) drive technology in the efforts to support decarbonisation and reduce cli...
R744 and R290 natural refrigerant ready Coolvert takes centre stage at Chillventa
One of the smallest variable frequency drives (VFD) in its class designed and ready for R744 and R290 natural refrigerant BLDC compressors will take centre stage on Invertek Drives stand at Chillven...
Team Invertek Drives prepare for Coracle World Championships
The Coracle World Championships in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, is just days away with 40 teams competing for the winning trophy, nearly three years since the last competition took place. The event...
Invertek Drives confirms its attendance at Chillventa 2022
The energy-saving, efficiency and environmental benefits of variable frequency drive technology used within the refrigeration sector will be showcased by Invertek Drives at Chillventa 2022&n...
Norwegian hospital upgrades to a CO2 natural refrigerant system with Optidrive controlled compressors
A Norwegian hospital has upgraded to an environmentally friendly R744 ( CO2 ) natural refrigerant-based HVAC-R system using Invertek Drives Optidrive variable frequency drive (VFD) technology. St O...
Optidrive VFD controlled refrigeration system saves 35 per cent in energy costs
Energy savings of an average of 35 per cent have been achieved on a supermarket refrigeration rack system and rooftop package units following the installation of Invertek Drives Optidrive variable fr...
Work is well underway on a new Application Centre
Work is well underway on transforming the former manufacturing facility at our UK HQ into a new high-tech Application Centre. This is part of a £10m investment we announced earlier this year ...
Team Invertek celebrates with a summer open day
The Invertek Drives team has worked hard throughout the pandemic and it's been three years since we were last able to bring everyone together for a staff open day. In July, we made that happen agai...
Extended product life and energy savings in the demanding world of stone crushing
Extended product life and energy savings are being achieved in the demanding environment of industrial rock crushing thanks to the introduction of Invertek Drives Optidrive P2 variable frequency dri...
Invertek Drives heads to Milan for MCE 2022
Invertek Drives will be exhibiting at the 42nd Mostra Convegno Expocomfort in Milan, Italy, later this month. The exhibition is one of the most significant HVAC+R events in the region and Invertek ...
Invertek Drives announces German investment and expansion at Hannover Messe
Global variable frequency drive innovator and manufacturer, Invertek Drives, is expanding its German operations as part of an investment in the DACH region, it announced at Hannover Messe, G...
Invertek Drives to showcase at Fispal Tecnologia, Latin America
Invertek Drives has confirmed its attendance at Latin America’s largest food, beverage and packaging exhibition, Fispal Tecnologia, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil between 21-24 June. Its range of ...
Vibration testing – One element of our internal test and validation
As a world leader in the design and manufacture of energy-saving variable frequency drives, test and validation is a critical part of the process for Invertek Drives. It ensures our motor control pr...
Invertek Drives invests in expansion in Spain
Global variable frequency drive innovator and manufacturer, Invertek Drives, has announced a significant investment in its Spanish subsidiary as part of an expansion. The investment in Invertek Dri...
Coracle World Championships set to return with support from Invertek Drives
The famous Coracle World Championships staged on the River Severn in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK, is set to return this September after two years of absence, thanks to support from local company, Inv...
Marine vessel operators turn to VFD controlled electric bow thruster systems
Marine vessel operators are increasingly commissioning electrically powered and controlled bow thrusters as an energy-efficient and environmentally safer alternative to hydraulic-based systems on bo...
We'll be heading to Hannover Messe 2022
Preparations are underway for Hannover Messe... and Invertek will be there! One of the largest industry shows returns in Germany between 30 May and 2 June, attracting thousands of delegates. We're ...
Modular conveyors get moving with Optidrive
Modular conveyors used in a range of construction and industrial situations demand tough and reliable variable frequency drive technology Innovative EASIKIT modular conveyors used in a range of ha...
Celebrating International Women's Day
As the world celebrates International Women's Day, we focus on our Graduate Training Programme and Ffion, an NPI Specialist, who joined us in 2020. Ffion joined Invertek’s Graduate Training P...
Sanitary conveyor manufacturer opts for Optidrive NEMA 4X VFDs for improved motion, control and communication
A global manufacturer of sanitary conveyor systems used in food and pharmaceutical industries recently began exploring the next generation of variable frequency drive technologies available to...
Invertek's Optidrive energy saving drives will power ahead at AHR Expo 2022
Variable frequency drive technology used to control and create efficient and energy-saving HVAC-R systems will be on show at this month’s AHR Expo 2022 in Las Vegas. Invertek Drives will be s...
£10m investment and expansion announced at Invertek Drives
A £10 million investment is to be made at a Mid Wales-based manufacturer of electric motor control technology as it expands following significant growth in global sales. Invertek Drives, based a...
Innovators of the future are inspired during a visit to Invertek Drives
Potential innovators of the future have been shown the world of variable frequency drive technology during a visit to Invertek Drives global headquarters and manufacturing facility in Mid Wales, UK....
Team Invertek raises more than £2,000 for children’s hospice
More than £2,000 has been raised by Invertek Drives employees for a children’s hospice. A group of staff from the company’s HQ at Welshpool, Powys, UK, and other countries took pa...
Optidrive P2 provides significant energy savings in biological water purification process
Significant energy and cost savings have been made in the biological purification process at an Italian water plant following the introduction of Invertek Drives Optidrive P2 variable frequency driv...
Team Invertek begin a 5k for 10 days challenge in aid of Hope House
A group of employees at Invertek Drives in Welshpool, UK, have begun a 5k for 10-days challenge to raise money for the Hope House “Final Moments Matter” campaign. The children’s h...
Invertek launches new high power VFD range
The new robust and powerful Size 8 IP20 and IP55 Optidrive VFDs are capable of controlling electric motors rated up to 480A Invertek Drives has launched new high-powered variable frequency ...
Optidrive E3 helps cut compactor waste – reducing costs and increasing productivity
The amount of waste produced in the meat processing industry can be considerable and costly in terms of production and disposal of the material. Waste compactors are one way of continuing productio...
Team Invertek bake up more cash for cancer charity
Staff at Invertek's global HQ at Welshpool, Powys, have been busy fundraising yet again this month. Staff held a Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning and raised over £200 for the charity - ...
Sweet success for sugar mill’s high-powered centrifuge
A sugar producer has increased the performance and reliability of a high-powered centrifugal machine after changing the variable frequency drive (VFD) used to control the motor. PTPN XI PG Kedawung...
Accurate motor control reduces noise and vibration in laboratory flow hoods
High levels of motor noise and vibration was above acceptable levels for the use of a ventilation flow hood used in a sensitive laboratory environment. That was until variable frequency drive (VFD) ...
Complex CNC machine's debris conveyor benefits from VFD technology
The build-up of metal chips and debris in CNC turning machines can cause damage, affect precision, and shorten the life of the devices. It can also cause problems when attempting to dispose of the m...
Automotive cleaning chemicals manufacturer turns to Optidrive for mixer solution
A tank agitator with a demanding high torque at start-up was causing production problems for the manufacturer of specialist automotive cleaning products. Mexico-based Margrey, which manufacturers c...
Twice the speed and improved quality for tortilla production line
A Greek tortilla producer has doubled the speed of production and packaging, while increasing the quality of its product, with the introduction of an automated production line using robotic and vari...
Cooling to the Green Deal with natural CO2 refrigerant systems
With a recast of the European F-Gas Regulation expected by the end of 2021, even more stricter emission targets are anticipated following the publication of the European Commission’s Green Deal ...
Significant energy savings and increased livestock health and productivity
The health and productivity of livestock and poultry in the agricultural industry can be impacted significantly by how good or bad the ventilation is in the buildings they are housed in. Poor venti...
Sweet success as ‘Chocolate Day’ raises cash for cancer charity
Staff at Invertek Drives global HQ had sweet success in raising more money for the Macmillan Cancer Support charity in the UK. So far this year they’ve raised nearly £5,000 for the chari...
VFDs will help drive the European Commission’s ‘Fit for 55’ green deal
Variable frequency drive (VFD) technology will play a significant part in reducing greenhouse emissions as part of the European Commission’s ‘Fit for 55’ green deal. That’s ...
US mixer manufacturer chooses ‘reliable and easy to use’ Optidrive VFDs
A US mixer manufacturer has switched to Invertek Drives variable frequency drives (VFD) for use on its electric motor products because of their ‘reliability and ease of commissioning.’ ...
Improved quality and efficiency achieved in non-woven carding process
Replacing a mechanically driven roller on a carding machine with an electric motor-controlled one has improved the quality of the material produced using variable frequency drive (VFD) technology. ...
World Environment Day - the positive impact of VFDs in cutting emissions and energy use
As we mark World Environment Day (5 June 2021) it’s a pertinent time to understand how Invertek Drives’ Optidrive variable frequency drive (VFD) technology is helping reduce carbon emiss...
More production jobs at Invertek Drives
Invertek Drives is recruiting more production staff as the company continues to expand following record growth. The company, which designs and manufactures variable frequency drives (VFD) used to c...
Multi-storey car park ventilation is operated efficiently with Optidrive E3 VFDs
Maintaining safe levels of air quality in multi-storey car parks is crucial for the safety of those using them. Carbon Monoxide and carbon dioxide caused by vehicle exhaust and other emissions can l...
Hiflex take delivery of Invertek’s two-millionth Optidrive VFD
Invertek Drives sales partner in the Netherlands has taken delivery of the two-millionth Optidrive variable frequency drive ever produced. Hiflex Automatiseringstechniek BV received the one-off &ls...
Wastewater evaporation systems require tough inverters
The need to mitigate the pollution and environmental damage caused by contaminated water has become a challenge for industries globally. Wastewater evaporation systems have increasingly become an e...
Farmers in the Sahara Desert benefit from solar-powered water pump with Optidrive technology
Farmers in a remote part of the Sahara Desert in Egypt can now access water for irrigation thanks to a solar-powered pumping project using Invertek Drives variable frequency drive (VFD) technol...
Invertek produces its two millionth variable frequency drive
Variable frequency drives (VFD) innovator and manufacturer Invertek Drives has reached a significant milestone with the production of its two millionth drive. The one-off ‘golden drive’...
Optidrives featured at ground-breaking Carbon Capture project
Invertek Drives Optidrive energy-saving variable frequency drives have been highlighted on the BBC's documentary 'Greta Thunberg - A Year to Change the World' series. The Optidrives were seen contr...
Optidrives help create one of the most advanced rolling road test facilities in the UK
The UK’s latest and most sophisticated vehicle rolling road test facility is producing accurate data for supercar engine calibration thanks to Invertek Drives Optidrive Eco variable frequency ...
Record sales fuel investment, expansion and recruitment at Invertek Drives
Record growth is fuelling expansion at UK-based variable frequency drive (VFD) innovator and manufacturer Invertek Drives. With double-digit growth in sales in 2020 and record figures already in Q1...
Industrial shredder costs reduced significantly with less wear and energy usage
An Italian industrial automation control systems supplier has significantly cut energy costs in the use of an industrial shredder by introducing variable frequency drive (VFD) technology into the pr...
Invertek helps support new woodlands through Forest Carbon
New woodlands are being created in the UK with the help of Mid Wales-based Invertek Drives through the Forest Carbon project to offset its carbon footprint. The company, which manufactures variable...
Team Invertek raise over £4,600 for cancer charity
More than £4,600 has been presented to a national UK cancer support charity by a group of employees from Invertek Drives. The money was raised by 21 staff who each undertook 5k a day for 10 d...
Team Invertek 10 day 5k a day challenge to raise money for Macmillan Cancer charity
Team Invertek are preparing to get fit while raising money for a leading cancer charity with a 10 day 5k challenge, and they need your help to raise money. Nineteen employees, including CEO Shaun D...
Invertek Drives robust supply chain and distribution unaffected by Brexit
A robust global supply chain, stock holding, and distribution network has ensured business continuity for Invertek Drives following the introduction of new European trade rules on 1 January 2021 as ...
Invertek Drives maintains its robust global supply chain, stock and distribution during the current Covid-19 situation
Invertek Drives implemented a robust Covid-19 contingency plan in March 2020 to ensure our sales, manufacturing and distribution systems are fully operational at all times, ensuring business continu...
Invertek comes to the rescue of toy manufacturer and distributor
A global toy manufacturer and distributor has increased capacity to cope with increased demand this Christmas thanks to Invertek Drives. The speed and efficiency of a range of toy production lines ...
40% reduction in machining times achieved with Optidrive E3
Machining times in a complex multi-station drilling unit have been reduced by more than 40 per cent after Optidrive E3 variable frequency drives (VFD) were introduced into the process. Jafs Machine...
Countdown begins for Invertek’s global drive innovation event
Invertek Drives is to host a global variable frequency drives (VFD) event later this month as part of an interactive virtual reality showcase #energysavingdrives. The online event will allow visito...
Label printing company reduces costs and downtime with Optidrive VFD
Reduced downtime and increased motor control have helped a commercial printing company improve the efficiency of its die-cutting machine with reduced costs and improved control, thanks to Invertek D...
Invertek staff raise over £600 for Macmillan Cancer Support
Staff at Welshpool-based Invertek Drives have raised more than £600 for the Macmillan Cancer Support charity. Employees made cakes which were sold in aid of the charity as part of its annual ...
Taking a tour of Invertek's global manufacturing facility
The journey from the quality inspection of supplied components through to the individual manufacture and distribution of Optidrive variable frequency drives (VFD) is an integral part of the success ...
Invertek Drives to exhibit at global natural refrigerant technology exhibition
Invertek Drives is to exhibit at the world’s first global virtual natural refrigeration technology trade show next month. NatRef Virtual Trade Show takes place over 24 hours between 1-2 Septemb...
Invertek Drives USA partners with four new manufacturers reps in the East and West Coasts
Invertek Drives USA has announced its partnership with four new manufacturers representative agents covering the East and West Coasts, adding to its existing countrywide network. The partnerships com...
Jared joins Invertek Drives USA as Technical Support Engineer
Invertek Drives USA has appointed Jared Murphy as Technical Support Engineer at its headquarters in Illinois. Having worked in automation and control design after leaving university in 2016, Jared ...
Italian company produces first automated production line for surgical face masks with integrated Optidrive P2 VFDs
The global Coronavirus pandemic created an unprecedented demand for critical medical devices and products, including face masks to help stem the spread of the virus and to protect medical staff. Ital...
Invertek Drives appoints new Global Service Manager
Clare Hughes has been promoted to Global Service Manager at Invertek Drives. Clare, who has worked in the Service Department at the company’s headquarters in Welshpool, Powys, for four years,...
Invertek Drives opens new office in Brazil
Invertek Drives has opened a new office in Brazil to serve its sales partners in the country and throughout Latin America. Marcus Silva, Head of Sales for Latin America, will be based at the office lo...
Optidrive VFDs help pump potable water to Tunisian communities
Communities in a region of Tunisia now have a regular and clean supply of potable water after two new pumping stations were completed using variable frequency drives (VFD) at the core of the operation...
Optidrive helps scientists research work in harsh Antarctic conditions
The work of scientists undertaking environmental and seismic research in harsh Antarctic conditions is being helped with variable frequency drive (VFD) technology from Invertek Drives. The US Ice Dri...
Tea manufacturers report significant savings and efficiencies thanks to Optidrive Eco VFD
Nearly 50 per cent of energy consumption in Sri Lanka’s tea manufacturing is through the withering process – the method used for drying tea leaves. The costs of this process have been alm...
Invertek switches 3D printing tech to produce PPE parts for the NHS
Invertek Drives has begun producing parts of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) visors for the NHS as part of the nationwide drive to support frontline UK health workers during the Coronavirus pandem...
High-Definition TFT display now standard on Optidrive P2 IP20 range
Invertek Drives has updated its Optidrive P2 IP20 variable frequency drives (VFD) with enhanced features, including a high definition TFT display as standard. The P2 is one of the highest performing ...
New Regional Manager for Invertek Drives USA
David Dillon has joined Invertek Drives USA as Regional Sales Manager covering Eastern USA. David has more than 20 years’ experience in sales having worked for companies in the motion control, ...
Updated statement on Coronovirus (COVID-19) business continuity
Following the proactive implementation of our COVID-19 contingency plan last week our sales, manufacturing and distribution systems are fully functioning, ensuring business continuity to our customers...
COVID-19 Statement - A robust global supply chain, stock and distribution system
Invertek Drives has a robust contingency plan in place to ensure the continuation of business during the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation in the UK and globally. This includes ensuring the se...
Invertek staff raffle raises money for Macmillan charity
Staff at Invertek Drives global headquarters and manufacturing facility have raised £385 for charity Macmillan Cancer Support. A raffle was held in February with a range of prizes provided by...
MP sees latest investment at Invertek
Member of Parliament for Montgomeryshire Craig Williams has visited Invertek Drives to see the latest investment in innovation and manufacturing facilities at its global headquarters and manufacturing...
Italian customers take a look at Invertek's global manufacturing and distribution facility
Customers of Invertek Drives Italia (SP Electric) have been visiting the global production and distribution facilities of Invertek Drives in the UK. Representatives from throughout Italy visited the ...
Bioconversion facility's efficiency is improved with VFD technology
The efficiency of a bioconversion plant using organic food waste to feed insects that go on to nourish farm animals and fish is being dramatically improved with variable frequency drive (VFD) technolo...
HNC success for Invertek Drives staff
Six employees at Invertek Drives global headquarters, manufacturing and distribution centre in Welshpool, UK, have this month achieved a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical and Electronic ...
Benefits of VFDs in the dairy industry on show at Dairy-Tech
Energy savings and reduced operating costs are just some of the key benefits that variable frequency drive (VFD) technology is achieving in the highly competitive dairy industry. With margins in milk ...
Graduate careers developing VFD technology of the future
Continued research and development is key to the global success of the Invertek Drives range of Optidrive variable frequency drives (VFD) technology in motor and pump control applications. For more th...
The advantages of VFD technology to be highlighted at the world’s largest HVACR event
The energy savings, efficiencies and reduced operating costs produced as a result of integrating Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) into HVACR systems will be highlighted at AHR Expo in Florida, USA next...
Optidrive precision motor control creates the perfect cut for meat slicer manufacturer
The speed and precision of automated commercial cold meat slicing and packing machines have to be accurate and efficient to minimise wastage and maximise profitability. Commercial food production equi...
VFDs increase precision and speed of food packaging sealer for manufacturer
A manufacturer of food packaging and sealing solutions is helping its customers increase productivity while reducing packaging costs and wastage with the introduction of Optidrive variable frequency d...
Increased fan performance is a breeze for US manufacturer
The ability to operate high-velocity fans from a mobile generator source without the need for an input line reactor is helping a US manufacturer improve the performance of its portable devices for dr...
Invertek Drives boosts product testing by integrating collaborative robots into production
Universal Robots (UR), the most widely deployed collaborative robot (cobot) manufacturer in the world, has announced that Invertek Drives, the global designer and manufacturer of variable frequency dr...
Students gain an insight into variable frequency drive technology
Students with a passion for engineering and innovation have paid a visit to the global headquarters of Invertek Drives in the UK to learn about the company and its technology. Invertek engages with sc...
Hospital's water supply is optimised with Optidrive Eco
Requiring a constant and reliable water supply to medical wards, a Middle East hospital is utilising Invertek Drives Optidrive Eco variable frequency drives (VFD) with Optiflow technology as a solutio...
Latest Invertek VFD technology to be demonstrated at SPS Nuremberg
Invertek Drives will be demonstrating its latest Optidrive and associated variable frequency drive (VFD) products and technology at SPS Nuremberg (26-28 November 2019). As one of the main global event...
Invertek heads to Latin America’s largest fishing and aquaculture industry exhibition
Invertek Drives will exhibit at Latin America’s largest fishing and aquaculture industry exhibition and conference. Expo Pesca & Acuipera 2019 takes place in Lima, Peru, between 6 and 8 Nove...
See the Optidrive Elevator VFD at Interlift 2019
A variable frequency drive dedicated to the elevator industry will be demonstrated at this year’s Interlift 2019 in Augsburg, Germany. Invertek Drives is exhibiting at Hall 2, Stand 2152 between...
Optidrive VFD replaces inefficient start/stop pump control system and creates 36% savings
Replacing an inefficient start-stop transformer-based control with a variable frequency drive (VFD) on a high-powered water pump has produced 36 per cent savings in energy costs within weeks of instal...
Countdown to Interlift 2019
The dedicated Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive will be on display at Interlift 2019 later this month. Invertek Drives Ltd is attending the elevator industry event between 15 and 18 October...
Invertek agrees acquisition by Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd
Invertek Drives Ltd, one of the leading innovators and manufacturers of variable frequency drives, has been acquired by Tokyo-based Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd (SHI). The deal will lead to significa...
Country Manager appointed for Latin America
Marcus Silva has been appointed by Invertek Drives Ltd as Country Manager for Latin America. Marcus has a wealth of sales management experience having worked in the variable frequency drives industry...
VFD and photo-voltaic tech bring energy and economic benefits to Chilean farmers
Twenty farmers in a remote part of Chile have turned to photo-voltaic and variable frequency drive (VFD) technology to irrigate their crops on a hillside in the southern part of the South American cou...
Students gain an insight into electronic engineering as a career
We're constantly innovating at Invertek Drives Ltd to ensure we're always ahead of the game with the latest variable frequency drives technology and products. An important part of our innovation and ...
Embracing solar energy for crop irrigation with variable frequency drive technology
A combination of remoteness and lack of mains electricity meant a Lebanese agricultural business had to rely on a costly and inefficient diesel generator to power a water pump for irrigation. It was o...
UK and Wales government ministers visit Invertek Drives
Two government ministers have visited the UK headquarters of Invertek Drives Ltd in Welshpool, Powys, UK. Ken Skates AM, Economic Minister for Wales and Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth, UK Government Minis...
Invertek supports Andrew’s Land’s End to John O’Groats hand bike charity ride
Cycling 980 miles with a conventional bicycle would be hard enough for most people, but when you are attempting it with a hand bike it is another matter. But that is just what Andrew Paddison from nea...
Invertek to take elevator VFD technology to Interlift 2019
The latest generation in variable frequency drive technology for the global elevator industry will be demonstrated by Invertek Drives Ltd at Interlift 2019 in Germany later this year. Invertek’s...
Precision and accuracy of floating crane hoist is improved with Optidrive P2
The main hoist of a crane vessel capable of lifting more than 80 tonnes of load can now operate more precisely and accurately following the installation and commissioning of a heavy-duty Optidrive P2 ...
Invertek to exhibit at SPS ipc Italia 2019
Invertek Drives will attending SPS ipc Drives Italia (28-30 May 2019). The range of Optidrive variable frequency drives and associated techology will be on display and a team from Invertek Drives Ita...
Invertek Drives appoints Electro Pneumatic Solutions as sales partner
Invertek Drives Ltd has appointed Electro Pneumatic Solutions as its sales partner for Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro. Belgrade-based EPS is a leader in solutions for automation and industri...
Invertek bake off raises money for cancer charity
Many of the team at Invertek Drives Ltd's global headquarters took part in their very own bake off in aid of charity. They were challenged to bake items as part of a competition in aid of the Macmill...
Global leader in artificial grass turns to Invertek Drives for energy and cost savings
One of the world’s leaders in the development and manufacture of artificial grass surfacing has turned to Invertek Drives Ltd to help reduce energy costs and improve efficiency with its variable...
21 years of growth and innovation celebrated at Invertek Drives
It doesn't seem that long ago since a new kid on the variable frequency drives block emerged on the global stage. But this weekend marks 21 years since Invertek Drives began what has become an amazin...
Invertek helps produce clean drinking water in UAE through desalination system
A need to produce potable water for the residents of an island in the United Arab Emirates resulted in Invertek Drives Optidrive Eco variable frequency drive (VFD) being used as part of the reverse os...
Invertek celebrates the 50th anniversary of the investiture of the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace
Charles Haspel, Operations Director at Invertek Drives, took part in a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the investiture of the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace. Mr Haspel was among guests a...
Ventilation and Air Conditioning Forum 2019
Invertek Drives will be at the Ventilation and Air Conditioning Forum in Warsaw, Poland on 5-6 March 2019. The largest event for the HVAC industry in Poland, the event takes place at the Global EXPO ...
Invertek’s continued innovation in VFD technology will be showcased at Hannover Messe 2019
The latest innovation in variable frequency drive technology developed by Invertek Drives will be demonstrated at Hannover Messe 2019, Hannover, Germany (Hall 14, Stand K11 – 1-5 April 2019). A ...
Optidrive E3 helps keep Haji pilgrims cool at Kuala Lumpur Airport assembly area
Six giant roof fans that help keep pilgrims travelling to Mecca from Malaysia cool during their transfer in Kuala Lumpur are being controlled by Invertek Drives Optidrive E3 variable frequency drives....
Sixty-storey residential tower development saves water, energy and maintenance costs with Optidrive E3
Residents in Malaysia’s newest and tallest residential tower development are enjoying a constant and evenly pressurised water supply that is more efficient and using less energy than conventiona...
Optidrive E3 ensures Asian Games success at athletes’ village
With more than 20,000 people, including 14,000 athletes and officials, residing at the Asian Games in Jakarta, Indonesia, it was imperative a constant flow of water reached all floors and apartments o...
Invertek highlights Coolvert at 2019 AHR Expo
Invertek Drives USA will be highlighting its Coolvert variable frequency drive (VFD) to key OEMs at AHR Expo 2019 in Atlanta, GA (14-16 January 2019). Representatives of Invertek Drives USA will be at...
Invertek helps Canadian marine contamination response team keep fleet efficient
An organisation dedicated to protecting wildlife, economic and environmental sensitivities along the coast of British Columbia, Canada has made three of its new vessels more efficient thanks to Invert...
Festive opening hours at Invertek Drives global headquarters
We'll be closing our global headquarters and manufacturing facility at Welshpool, UK for the festive period between Friday, 21 December and Wednesday, 2 January 2019. Please contact our sales te...
Invertek inspires young engineers of the future
Visiting the global headquarters and manufacturing centre of Invertek Drives Ltd at Welshpool, UK, has helped inspire some engineers of the future, according to teaching staff from a local community c...
Invertek bolsters its VFD line-up with new outdoor rated additions
A range of new IP66 outdoor rated variable frequency drives and a class-leading Optidrive E3 Size 5 VFD have been unveiled at SPS IPC Drives 2018 in Nuremberg, Germany by Invertek Drives Ltd. Invertek...
Invertek Drives Ltd staff sign-up to getting fitter with leisure centre
Employees at one of Mid Wales’ leading technology companies have committed to getting fitter this winter as part of a deal with Freedom Leisure, operators of Powys County Council’s Flash L...
Invertek to preview a new range of VFDs at SPS IPC Drives 2018
Invertek Drives Ltd is to preview a new range of outdoor and larger size variable frequency drives at SPS IPC Drives 2018 in Nuremberg, Germany (27-29 November 2018), the company has announced. Specif...
Invertek Drives comes to the rescue of Indonesian food producer
When an Indonesian food producer’s industrial flour mixer failed due to a faulty variable frequency drive (VFD), they turned to Invertek Drives Ltd’s OptidriveTM E3 VFD for a solution. The...
Shopping centre benefits from 30 per cent water and energy savings as a result of Optidrive Eco and Optiflow
A major shopping centre near Jakarta, Indonesia is achieving at least 30 per cent savings in water and energy costs as a result of installing Invertek Drives Ltd’s Optidrive Eco variable frequen...
Invertek Drives Italia to highlight the efficiencies and benefits of VFDs in the water technology and treatment sector
The benefits of pump controlling variable frequency drive technology (VFD) within the water technology and treatment sector will be highlighted at H2O Accadueo, Bologna, Italy by Invertek Drives Itali...
Coolvert VFD has one of smallest footprints and widest ambient operating temperature in its class
Invertek Drives Ltd’s new Coolvert variable frequency drive (VFD) is one of the smallest in its class, providing OEMs with opportunities to reduce panel space and lower machine costs. Launched a...
Invertek Drives helps Clwyd Compounders meet rubber mill safety standards and create energy savings
Ensuring rubber compounder mills capable of operating with bulk weighing up to three tons could stop within 1/6th of a revolution and reverse to meet European EN safety standards was going to be a tou...
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VFD dedicated to CO2 refrigerant systems to be launched at Chillventa 2018
A new variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for CO2 refrigerant systems is to be launched by Invertek Drives Ltd at Chillventa 2018 in Nuremberg, Germany (16-18 October). The VFD will be launched a...
Innovators of the future given insight into the business world at Invertek Drives
Young innovators of the future have been given an insight into the world of business through a visit to Mid Wales-based Invertek Drives Ltd and neighbouring companies. Pupils from Llanfair Caereinion...
Invertek helps brew up efficiencies in Sri Lanka’s tea industry
Invertek Drives is helping create significant efficiencies and savings in the world’s fourth largest tea producing country as part of a project to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Invertek, one...
RADIA shakes it up in its explosion-proof mixer with Optidrive Compact
A leading manufacturer of commercial and industrial mixers and shakers in the United States has chosen Invertek Drives Optidrive Compact 2 for its new explosion-proof gyroscopic mixer. RADIA, formerl...
Driving World Cup fever in Bogota
With Russia 2018 World Cup fever spreading throughout the globe, it’s great to see our South American distributor, Electricas BC, getting into the spirit of the great game with a promotion in Bo...
Securing an efficient and reliable city water supply
Clean water is a growing scarce natural resource throughout the world, none more so than in the Middle East where governments and water companies need to reduce wastage and consumption and optimise as...
Sales conference brings together Invertek’s US Sales Rep groups
Invertek Drives new variable frequency drive products and communications tools have been highlighted to both existing and new Sales Rep groups throughout the United States at the company’s lates...
Invertek “drives” a hole in one at Italian golf course
An Italian golf course has greater control irrigating its greens thanks to the introduction of Invertek Drives variable frequency drive (VFD) technology, cutting water usage and reducing energy costs ...
Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member meets with Invertek Drives
Dr Gertjan Vlieghe, one of the nine members of the Bank of England’s influential Monetary Policy Committee, has met with Invertek Drives to discuss the impact of monetary policy on UK manufactur...
Invertek shortlisted in national ‘Made in the UK’ awards
Invertek Drives has been named a finalist in the Insider ‘Made in the UK’ awards. The national awards recognise the best in business. Invertek has been shortlisted in the Export Awar...
Invertek launches new Industry 4.0 communications tools for its Optidrive VFD range
Two new generation mobile and contactless communications tools allowing faster set-up, commissioning and real-time monitoring of its variable frequency drives (VFDs) have been launched by Invertek Dri...
Outdoor range of variable frequency drives launched at Hannover Messe
A new range of IP66 outdoor rated variable frequency drives has been launched by Invertek Drives at Hannover Messe 2018, Hannover, Germany. (Hall 14. Stand K11, 23-27 April 2018). The Optidrive E3 IP...
Increasing the quality, efficiency and productivity of wood pellet production
A manufacturer of wood pellets and briquettes used for domestic and commercial fuel was finding consistent inconsistencies in the quality of its products during production due to the manual process in...
Invertek sets sights on Hannover Messe 2018
Invertek Drives, one of the leading global designers and manufacturers of variable frequency drives, will once again reinforce its position as a leader in the innovation and production of VFD drives a...
Invertek helps US firm create the perfect pizza
A US pizza oven manufacturer supplying equipment to significant takeaway retailers globally was experiencing problems in many countries due to the requirements for equipment to be installed with Groun...
Invertek's Optidrive Elevator to feature at major elevator and escalator expo
Invertek Drives is heading to one of the world's leading elevator and escalator exhibitions next week. Promoting its Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive (VFD), Invertek, one of the global lea...
Invertek strengthens US team as part of North American expansion
Global variable frequency drives (VFD) innovator and manufacturer, Invertek Drives, has announced it is strengthening its presence in North America with a new US headquarters near Chicago. Recognised...
Invertek's innovation team takes delivery of latest Anechoic EMC Chamber
Invertek Drives, a leader in the design and manufacture of variable frequency drives (VFDs), has taken delivery of one of the latest anechoic EMC chambers as part of its continued investment into rese...
Invertek heads to Poland's largest HVAC exhibition
The latest drive innovations from Invertek Drives will be on show at Poland's largest HVAC industry event. The 16th Ventilation and Air Conditioning Forum is taking place in Warsaw on 27 and 28 Febru...
Invertek Drives helps provide a sparkling success for UK vineyard
The growth of the British wine industry is a testament to the quality of its vineyards and their growing and production techniques, which at one UK winery is being helped by variable frequency drives ...
Latest Invertek innovations to be highlighted at 2018 AHR Expo
Invertek Drives will highlight some of its latest variable frequency drives (VFD) innovation and technology at the 2018 AHR Expo in Chicago this month (January 2018). Invertek’s Optidrive E3 an...
A Merry Christmas from the Invertek Drives innovation team
Festive greetings from our innovation team who have getting into the spirit with a charity Christmas jumper day – and what could be a more perfect location to pose in than our new Anechoic EMC C...
Optidrive Eco boosts leading pump distributor
When an independent UK pump and pumping system distributor needed to ensure their product range was reliable and efficient for its customers, it turned to Invertek Drives to provide the best possible ...
Variable Frequency Drive efficiencies – the environmental and financial benefits
Energy consumption is a significant factor in most industries. From reducing the financial burden to minimising their environmental impact, companies are continually seeking ways to increase efficienc...
Work progressing on Invertek's new global drives production centre
Work on Invertek Drives new 5,500sq metre production facility at its headquarters in Powys, Wales is well underway. The new unit, due for completion next year, will enable the design and manufacturer...
Invertek Drives heads to Warsaw Industry Week
Are you heading to Warsaw Industry Week? Invertek Drives, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of variable frequency drives, will be attending the three-day industry event betw...
Invertek delight at winning Made in Wales Award 2017
Invertek Drives continual growth in the global export market, which sees some 90% of products manufactured at the company’s Welshpool factory destined for more than 80 countries, has been reward...
Invertek shortlisted for Made in Wales Awards 2017
Invertek Drives continual growth in the global export market has seen the Welshpool-based company named as one of the finalists for this year’s Made in Wales Awards. Now in their seventh year...
Invertek returning to SPS IPC Drives for ninth time
Invertek Drives will be showing its entire range of variable frequency drives as well as the company’s new Industry 4.0 technologies when it returns to SPS IPC Drives in Nuremberg for the nint...
Optidrive Eco ensures Sri Lanka’s data network stays connected
When Sri Lanka’s premier telecommunication connectivity provider needed to ensure its new internet data centre operated reliably and securely, Invertek’s Optidrive Eco variable frequency...
Invertek Drives starts work on new 5,500m² factory
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce work has now started on a new 5,500m² factory at its Welshpool headquarters which will enable the company to increase production capacity to more than 4...
Interlift 2017 ideal place to showcase Optidrive Elevator
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it will be showcasing its dedicated Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive range at Interlift 2017 on Stand 2162 in Hall 2. Optidrive Elevator has...
Invertek Drives returns to SPS Italia for third time
Invertek Drives Italia will be showcasing its entire range of variable frequency drives including the Optidrive E3, Optidrive P2 and Optidrive Eco at SPS IPC Drives Italia – being held in Parm...
Take a tour of our Hannover Messe 2017 stand
Take a tour of our Hannover Messe 2017 stand with Invertek staff showing you around and highlighting our full range of Optidrives including Elevator, P2, P2 Solar, Eco and E3. You can also find out ...
Take a tour of Invertek's Hannover Messe stand
If you didn’t get the chance to visit Invertek’s stand at Hannover Messe this year you haven’t completely missed out! Visit our dedicated YouTube channel for a comprehensive ...
New mobile and contactless Industry 4.0 led solution for VFD set-up and monitoring launched
UK based variable frequency drive innovator, Invertek Drives, are unveiling at Hannover Messe a series of Industry 4.0 enabling technologies for drive commissioning, monitoring and communication. ...
Outdoor range of variable frequency drives to be launched at Hannover Messe 2017
The UK-based variable frequency drives manufacturer, Invertek Drives, is launching a new range of outdoor rated general purpose drives at Hannover Messe 2017 where the company can be found on Stand K1...
Invertek’s variable frequency drives on show at AQUA Netherlands
Invertek’s sales partner in the Netherlands, Hiflex Automatiseringstechniek BV, is exhibiting at the AQUA Netherlands trade fair being held from March 21-23 at the Events Hall in Gorinchem. Hif...
Hannover Messe attendance to support global growth
Variable frequency drive manufacturer Invertek Drives is returning to the Hannover Messe trade show in April to further build on the company’s phenomenal global success. The Welshpool-based c...
Invertek’s variable frequency drives head east to Poland
Invertek Drives Ltd will be exhibiting in Poland twice next month as the company, which has just celebrated selling one million variable frequency drives, seeks to further develop a growing market in...
Invertek shortlisted for Welsh Business Awards 2016
Hot on the heels of receiving a hat-trick of accolades at the 2016 Powys Business Awards, Welshpool-based variable frequency driver manufacturer Invertek Drives, is delighted to have now been named as...
Invertek joy at selling one millionth variable frequency drive
Invertek Drives is celebrating reaching the historic milestone of selling in excess of one million variable frequency drives worldwide. The current production rate is in excess of 160,000 units per ye...
It was great to meet so many customers at SPS IPC Drives
Staff from Invertek Drives Ltd were delighted to meet so many customers, current and new, at SPS IPC Drives in Nuremberg last week as well as celebrating the milestone of selling our one millionth var...
Invertek variable frequency drives help MAS Fabric Park in Sri Lanka cut energy bills
Since first opening back in 2007, Sri Lanka’s MAS Fabric Park has been firmly committed to maximizing an environmentally friendly culture and reducing any impact operations have on its surroundi...
Turkish residents gain smoother journey thanks to Invertek's Optidrive Elevator
When the prestigious Umut residences were built in Ankara, Turkey, by major Turkish developer ICK YAPI, the aim of the development was to ensure all residents enjoyed a comfortable life. This aim w...
Invertek delighted at Powys Business Awards hat-trick
Invertek Drives Ltd is delighted to have scooped a hat-trick of accolades at this year’s Powys Business Awards – including being named Overall Powys Business of the Year for the second t...
Invertek returning to SPS IPC Drives for eighth time
Invertek Drives will be showing its entire range of variable frequency drives on Stand 349 in Hall 4 at SPS IPC Drives 2016 in Nuremberg later this year. Exhibiting at this show has been a mainstay i...
Invertek’s variable frequency drives heading to Athens
Automation Experts, Invertek’s sales partner for Greece and Cyprus, is to demonstrate the firm’s variable frequency drives at Syskevasia 16 which is being held in Athens from October 8 t...
US show offers new opportunities for Invertek variable frequency drives
Invertek Drives’ international sales partner Bardac Corporation will be showcasing the co-ordination capabilities of Optidrive variable speed drives with integrated drive.web distributed control...
Invertek's variable frequency drives heading to Poland for second time this year
Invertek Drives Ltd is heading to Poland for a second time this year to display the company’s Variable Frequency Drives at the International Fair of Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Control, Drives and...
Invertek shortlisted for two Powys Business Awards 2016
Invertek Drives are pleased to announce that the company’s commitment to technology and innovation in the manufacture of variable frequency drives (VFDs) as well as its growing international tra...
Invertek's variable frequency drives help keep racehorses on track to success
As racehorses and show jumpers continue to command huge prices and stakes, it’s essential they are in tiptop shape and this is where Invertek’s Optidrive P2 has helped an Irish-based com...
Invertek statement on Brexit vote
Invertek values all of its international business and especially, at this time, its association and friendship with its European partners, and wishes to assure all business partners of its intent to...
Invertek variable frequency drives leading the way in energy efficiency
Invertek’s full range of variable frequency drives are leading the way in energy efficiency and already meet the highest possible standards, even before new eco regulations become compulsory. M...
Invertek to showcase variable frequency drives at SPS IPC Italia
Invertek Drives Italia will be showcasing its range of variable frequency drives including the Optidrive E3, Optidrive P2 and Optidrive Eco at SPS IPC Drives Italia – being held in Parma from Ma...
Optidrive Elevator helps residents park cars safely
When one of the world’s leading automation companies built a car lift in Mumbai, India, they explored various options to control Lift Machine motion so a smooth ride could be assured. Inverte...
Invertek features on BBC Wales
Invertek's innovation projects manager featured on BBC Wales last night talking about how hi-tech jobs can really work for a local economy, even in rural Wales. BBC Wales economics corresponde...
Variable frequency drives to be at Drives & Controls Show
Invertek’s variable frequency drives will be on display at the Drives & Controls Show being held at the NEC Birmingham from April 12 to 14. One of Invertek’s UK sub-distributors, EMAG...
Invertek at Elettrica to meet growing Italian demand for variable frequency drives
Invertek is showcasing its entire Optidrive range during Elettrica, a major show taking place in Novara, near Milan, Italy.Invertek Drives Italia Business Unit was first set up in 2014 and, in these...
Invertek showcasing variable frequency drive at IEEE, Mumbai
Here we are showcasing the Optidrive Elevator at the sixth annual Elevator & Escalator Expo (IEEE) on Stand J15 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India. Justin Walker, Product Manager at I...
Optidrive E3 helps flooring specialist beat daily grind
When a specialist supplier of concrete surface preparation equipment in Australia was having problems with the reliability of one of its floor grinders, Invertek’s Optidrive E3 variable fre...
Elevator & Escalator Expo in Mumbai ideal platform to showcase Optidrive Elevator
Invertek is delighted to announce that it will be showcasing its Optidrive Elevator at the sixth annual Elevator & Escalator Expo (IEEE) on Stand J15 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India...
Invertek showing Variable Frequency Drives at Automaticon expo in Poland
Invertek Drives has been displaying the company's Variable Frequency Drives at the Automaticon expo in Poland. Automaticon is a 4-day event running until March 4 2016 at the EXPO XXI Warsaw Intern...
Nursery reaping benefits of E3 variable frequency drive
A problem at a horticultural nursery, which threatened to disrupt growing operations, has been solved thanks to the installation of Optidrive E3 variable frequency drives from Invertek – and i...
Invertek variable frequency drives steal show at global marine event
Invertek Drives USA received an exceptionally high number of quality enquiries regarding our variable frequency drives at the recent Electric and Hybrid Marine World Expo which took place in Florida. ...
Invertek Drives shortlisted as 'Company of the Year'
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce it has been shortlisted as a finalist for ‘Company of the Year’ in the ESTNet Awards 2016. Now in its fifth year, the ESTNet Awards celebrate...
Energy saving capabilities of Variable Frequency Drives on show at Electric and Hybrid Marine World Expo
Invertek Drives is pleased to announce that it will be showcasing its energy saving Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in Booth 6012 at the Electric and Hybrid Marine World Expo, taking place in Florida...
Optidrive E3 training films online
Invertek Drives has added four new films to its YouTube channel, all dedicated to the brand new Optidrive E3 general purpose variable frequency drive. The films are designed to show viewers how to ...
Stunning new Optidrive E3 on show at SPS
Invertek Drives will be showcasing Optidrive E3, its stunning new variable frequency drive, on Stand 349 in Hall 4 at SPS IPC Drives 2015 later this month. Able to control IE2, IE3 and IE4 permanent...
Welshpool expansion programme announced
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce an expansion programme to increase production capacity to over 400,000 drives per year. A new 5,000 square metre factory is scheduled for completion in 2017 ...
Invertek adds ‘Export Business of the Year’ title to 2015 awards list
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce it has been named as a regional winner in the ‘Export Business of the Year’ category in the Chamber of Commerce Awards 2015. The independently ow...
Invertek Drives raises an amazing £3500 for local children’s charity
Variable frequency drive specialist, Invertek Drives, has donated a massive £3500 to Hope House Children’s Hospice after thirteen of its employees took part in the Lake Vyrnwy half maratho...
Use of variable frequency drive controlled marine winches on the up
Controlling marine equipment with a variable frequency drive from Invertek Drives is on the increase as the international shipping community endeavours to reduce energy consumption to meet stringent C...
Energy and CO₂ reduction capabilities of Invertek’s variable frequency drives on show
The energy and cost saving potential of installing an Optidrive variable frequency drive (VFD) from Invertek Drives will be showcased to key decision makers from the maritime industry next month. In...
Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive powers new Traction Controller
We are pleased to announce that UK based Lester Controls has chosen the Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive for inclusion in its latest product, the LesterXpress Traction Controller. Size 3 ...
World leading Invertek Drives named Powys Business of the Year
We are delighted to announce that Invertek Drives, a world leader in the design and manufacture of variable frequency drives to control electric motors, has been named Powys Business of the Year. In...
Optidrive E3 – the only general purpose VFD you need
One drive, thousands of applications - Optidrive E3, the stunning third generation range of general purpose variable frequency drives from Invertek Drives, is now in full production. A choice of IP2...
VFD controlled pumps help keep commercial barges afloat
Optidrive E3 variable frequency drives (VFDs) from Invertek Drives have completely automated the control of pumps used to fill and empty ballast tanks on board commercial barges in the Netherlands &nd...
Our variable frequency drive, Optridrive Elevator, provides comfortable patient transit
All elevator users expect to experience a smooth journey, but arguably nowhere is this more important than in hospitals. Invertek’s sales partner in Greece, Automation Experts, was recently ap...
Interlift is ideal platform to showcase Optidrive Elevator
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it will be showcasing the dedicated Optidrive Elevator variable frequency drive range on Stand 2166, Hall 2 at Interlift 2015. Optidrive Elevator has bee...
Our Elevator variable frequency drive gives Mrs Demetriou new mobility in her twilight years
While most variable frequency drive installations focus on industrial applications, they’re sometimes used to bring tangible benefits to people – as demonstrated by this installation in Cy...
Awards shortlist recognises Invertek’s export success
We are pleased to announce that Invertek Drives’ commitment to increasing its share of the global variable frequency drives market has been recognised with a place in the Powys Business Awards 2...
Variable frequency drives push temperature and energy bills down at 5* hotel
Dubai hotel expects 25% energy reduction thanks to Eco HVAC Variable Frequency Drive. The five star Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is anticipating energy savings of up to 25% from its ...
Successful Eco demo day results in requests from leading Building Services companies
Hiflex, Invertek’s sales partner in the Netherlands, has been invited to present to two leading building services companies following a recent open day designed to demonstrate the powerful motor...
Optidrive VFDs take centre stage at AutomatISA
Invertek Drives’ sales partner in Colombia, Cimatec Inc., was one of more than 60 exhibitors from around the World to recently exhibit at the country’s leading automation trade show, Autom...
Invertek Drives rises to Mezolift’s solar lift challenge
When discussing AC variable frequency drives, it’s easy to imagine them tucked away doing essential but low-profile duties behind more ‘exciting’ front-end equipment. Increasingly, h...
Eco Variable Frequency Drive Product Manager Appointed
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that Dylan Davies has been appointed Product Manager for the Optidrive Eco range of variable frequency drives. This latest appointment has been made as a dire...
Invertek team digs out running shoes to support Hope House Children's Hospice
Thirteen colleagues from Invertek Drives have signed up to take part in the Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon to get fit and raise funds to help local children. Hope House Children’s Hospice has secur...
Greek flower power – the Invertek Drives way
The world of commercial horticulture and floriculture is a competitive one where maintaining growing temperatures between strictly controlled limits is essential for the longevity and quality of produ...
Optidrive Elevator VFD ensures smooth carriage for diners at New Delhi Banquet Hall
A problematic issue with the passenger lift at a prestigious Banquet Hall in New Delhi has been eliminated thanks to the installation of a dedicated Elevator variable frequency drive from Invertek Dri...
SPS Italia reflects growing industrial automation market
Invertek Drives Italia has reported that it received an exceptionally high number of quality enquiries regarding our variable frequency drives at the recent SPS IPC Drives Italia show that took place ...
Historic UAE monument stays cool & saves money thanks to Invertek variable frequency drives
An installation of Invertek Drives variable frequency drives (VFDs) has delivered significant energy and cost savings, as well as an ambient temperature all year round, at the Al Jahili Fort in the Un...
Successful show supports global growth
Variable frequency drives manufacturer, Invertek Drives, has confirmed that its recent attendance at the Hannover Messe trade show was one of the most successful it has undertaken over the past two de...
AC variable frequency drives ensure cost effective IE3 compliance
It is almost three months since the latest part of the European Ecodesign Directive came into force within the European Union, requiring all new IE2 motors from 7.5kW to 375kW to be used with a variab...
Invertek variable frequency drives showing at Hannover Messe
AC variable frequency drive manufacturer will exhibit on Stand K09, Hall 14 UK based AC variable frequency drive manufacturer, Invertek Drives, will be showcasing some of the reasons be...
When should you replace one VFD for another? When the first one doesn’t save you money!
A recent variable frequency drive (VFD) installation by Invertek Australasia proves that not all drives are the same! The company was approached by Sid Zaidan from air conditioning company Alternativ...
Welshpool variable frequency drive manufacturer ‘Welsh Company of the Year’
Welshpool based variable frequency drive manufacturer, Invertek Drives, is delighted to announce that it was named as the overall ‘winner of winners’ in the Welsh Business Awards, which to...
International ambition drives Invertek on to Welsh Business Awards shortlist
Variable frequency drive manufacturer is ‘Experienced International Business’ finalist Invertek Drives, AC Drive manufacturer, is proud to announce that it has been na...
The E2 variable frequency drive helps improve Team Sky’s performance
Invertek’s Optidrive variable frequency drives are currently sold into more than 80 countries worldwide and used in a huge range of diverse applications. One of our eagle-eyed team spotted...
New AC variable speed drives & global success showcased at SPS
Invertek Drives’ most ambitious SPS stand to date proved an ideal platform to showcase the company’s latest variable frequency drives, Optidrive E3 and Optidrive Eco, to over 56,000 visito...
Introduction to the function and benefits of AC Drives
AC motors provide the majority of electrically powered motion in the world today, accounting for around 70% of global power consumption. AC motors have almost entirely replaced DC motors, due to their...
Optidrive Eco - seamless control for HVAC and Pump applications
On public show for the first time at SPS 2014, the Optidrive Eco range has been expanded to include power outputs of up to 250kW (350hp). Optidrive Eco replaces the Optidrive HVAC range, offering thi...
Introducing Optidrive E3
Invertek Drives will be launching the stunning third generation range of Optidrive general purpose drives on Stand 349, Hall 4 at this year’s SPS IPC Drives in Nuremburg, Germany, which starts t...
Stunning new drives to be unveiled at SPS
SPS IPC Drives 2014 Nuremburg, Germany www.mesago.de Invertek Drives GmBH will be undertaking the global launch of two stunning new ranges of variable speed drives at SPS 2014 and a host o...
Take a tour of Invertek’s global manufacturing, innovation and service resource
Invertek has launched a video showcasing an insight into its global operations; take a tour of the innovative factory, product architecture and state of the art training facilities to see what sets...
Invertek’s Finance Director shortlisted for prestigious industry award
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that newly appointed Finance Director, Adrian Ellam, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Finance Director of the Year Awards 2014. Centred aroun...
Finance Director appointed to drive further growth
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that Adrian Ellam has been appointed to the position of Finance Director. Adrian joined Invertek in May 2010 as Finance and IT Systems Controller, and has sin...
Optidrive Elevator takes off at Turkish trade show
IDT Automation, one of Invertek’s sales partners in Turkey, has reported significant interest in Optidrive Elevator at the recent Eurasia Elevator Fairwhich took place in Istanbul. Last month&r...
HVAC upgrade for IKEA Singapore completed
Invertek Drives Far East has recently completed a HVAC upgrade for IKEA Singapore as part of an extensive energy saving and noise reduction programme. The installation, covering both the building and...
DNV approved Optidrives on show at Icelandic Fisheries Exhibition
Invertek Drives’ Icelandic sales partner, Ismar Ehr, will be demonstrating the energy saving opportunities available with Optidrive variable frequency drives (VFDs) in the marine industry on sta...
STO explained
Invertek’s Technical Manager, Kes Beech, explains why STO is critical when variable speed drives are used to control motors in industrial machinery. “STO is the abbreviation for Safe Torq...
Prime locations secured at trio of European Shows
Invertek Drives invests in space at SPS IPC Drives 2014, Hannover Messe 2015 & SPS Italia 2015 Invertek Drives has announced commitment to three major European shows following unprecedented globa...
Investment in innovation showcased at Venturefest
As a significant contributor to Wales’ economy, Welshpool based Invertek Drives is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at Venturefest Wales next week. Taking place in Cardiff, the inaugur...
Invertek welcomes MPs to Welshpool
Invertek Drives was delighted to welcome a trio of high-profile visitors to its Welshpool headquarters recently for a guided tour of its state of the art facilities. The Company’s Operations Di...
Green Keepers bowled over by Invertek technology
Here at Invertek’s HQ in Wales, we love hearing about the innovative ways our variable speed drives are being used around the World to solve a huge range of problems. Invertek Drives Australasi...
Optidrive P2 stars alongside Tom Cruise in latest blockbuster movie
One of Invertek’s most advanced variable speed drives, the Optidrive P2, is set to star in the latest blockbuster action thriller movie 'Edge of Tomorrow', due to be released on Friday 30th May ...
International shows offer opportunities for Invertek
Invertek Drives’ international sales partners will be showcasing the capabilities of Optidrive variable speed drives to the elevator and building services sectors at two very different trade sho...
Saving time, energy & costs in exercising horses
Invertek’s variable speed drives are renowned for saving both energy and money in a huge variety of industrial applications, but they can also be used in a number of innovative ways that can hel...
Optidrive VSDs help shipping industry meet stringent CO2 reduction targets
Invertek Drives is experiencing significant growth in global demand from the marine sector where the company’s innovative AC inverters have been proven to save energy and cut CO₂emissions. ...
Optidrive Pool makes a splash in Australia
Australia has the highest swimming pool ownership per capita in the world, with 1.2 million private pools and more than 30,000 new pools being installed each year. However, running and maintaining a ...
Invertek Australia announces Landcare partnership
Invertek is delighted to announce a two year partnership between Invertek Drives Australia and Landcare Australia – a national network made up of thousands of locally-based community groups that...
Invertek Drives Italia launching at SPS Italia 2014
In conjunction with its Italian sales partner SP Electric, Invertek Drives will be launching Invertek Drives Italia with a major presence at SPS IPC Drives Italia 2014 - taking place in Parma from 20t...
Spanish relocation to meet growing demand
Invertek is pleased to announce that Invertek Drives Ibérica S.L has moved to a new facility in Lliça de Vall, close to Barcelona, to meet growing demand for its products. The company wa...
Invertek extends its ASEAN presence
Invertek Drives has announced the expansion of its presence in the ASEAN region with the establishment of two new companies – Invertek Drives Indonesia and Invertek Drives Malaysia. The new ven...
Express Centre fully operational
Invertek is pleased to announce that its new ‘Express Centre’ is now operational - providing order packing, order consolidation and despatch services to Sales Partners around the World. T...
New contract lifts sales for Invertek in Turkey
Invertek Drives has announced a major new contract with Turkey’s third largest elevator manufacturer secured through sales partner IDT. The client’s company was established eight years ag...
Flexible opportunities on offer at Invertek
Invertek Drives is currently recruiting Assembly and Logistics Operatives to work on a flexible basis at its Welshpool production facilities. Invertek has experienced rapid growth following sign...
Invertek’s capability in the Marine sector on show
Invertek’s capabilities for the marine sector were highlighted once again at the Asia Pacific Maritime 2014 exhibition which took place in Singapore last month. The high-performance motor contr...
Invertek invests in Welshpool’s youngsters
As one of Welshpool’s largest local employers, variable speed drives manufacturer Invertek Drives, is well aware of the importance of ensuring the town’s young people have the skills neede...
Invertek helps to control climate for Sochi skaters
Optidrive variable speed drives (VSDs) from Invertek are currently being used to control the climate in the Adler Arena at Sochi 2014. A total of 93 drives are being used to control the air flow and ...
Invertek challenges gamers to feel the force!
Innovative UK based variable speed drives manufacturer, Invertek Drives, is encouraging gaming fans to play online game Power Wars to be in with a chance of winning an iPad mini. Invertek originally ...
Take a tour of Invertek’s SPS stand
If you didn’t get the chance to visit Invertek’s stand at SPS this year you haven’t completely missed out! Visit our dedicated YouTube channel for a comprehensive tour of Inver...
Ambitious SPS stand reaps rewards
Invertek’s attendance at SPS IPC Drives in Nuremburg last month was its most ambitious to date, specifically designed to reflect the company’s growing reputation as a leading global player...
Welsh Government showcases Invertek’s investment in innovation
Invertek Drives was recently invited to take part in a series of case studies produced for the Welsh Government to showcase the support available to companies wishing to innovate in order to expand. ...
Invertek adds oscilloscope function to OptiTools Studio
Invertek Drives has added an oscilloscope function to its OptiTools Studio which it will be launching at the SPS IPC Drives show in Nuremburg next week. OptiTools Studio is a powerful PC based commis...
Energy Savings Calculator App Launched at SPS
Invertek Drives will be launching a free mobile ‘application’ version of its popular Energy Savings Calculator at the SPS trade show later this month. The app has been designed to provide...
ISO 14001 accreditation achieved
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it has secured ISO 14001:2004 accreditation following successful completion of the assessment process. ISO 14001 is an internationally accepted standard ...
Invertek shortlisted for ‘Exporter of the Year’ Award
Invertek Drives Ltd was shortlisted in the ‘Exporter of the Year’ category at the Made in Wales 2013 Awards last night in recognition of another year of phenomenal growth in export sales. ...
Italian academics include Invertek in pioneering solar energy research
Variable speed drives (VSDs) from Welshpool based Invertek Drives are helping Italian academics to create a new generation of solar energy systems with much greater flexibility and efficiency thanks t...
Global sales success creates a host of new job opportunities
Following another year of outstanding international success, Invertek is looking for additional people to support the company with its continued growth. Positions currently available at the company's...
Invertek introduces HVAC Eco at SPS
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it will be unveiling the latest development to its extensive range of compact, easy to use variable speed drives, the HVAC Eco, at SPS 2013 taking place i...
High-performance motor control demonstrated to maritime industry at Europort exhibition
Invertek’s sales partner in the Netherlands, Hiflex Automatiseringstechniek BV, will be exhibiting a number of Optidrive P2 and Optidrive HVAC variable speed drives at the Europort maritime exhi...
Invertek invited to take part in BBC export discussion
Invertek Drives is fast becoming one of Wales’ main exporters, its products are currently sold in to 80 countries through a network of international sales partners and the independently owned co...
Optidrive P2 proven to perform in the harshest environments
Invertek Drives has supplied products to a number of oil field beam pumping (nodding donkey) projects in China, reducing energy consumption by more than 10%. Optidrive P2s are being used to control t...
Optidrive P2 – providing flexible and future proof Motor Control
Invertek Drives' Technical Manager, Kes Beech, explains how the Optidrive P2 has been future-proofed to offer flexible Motor Control across a range of motor types. "With an ever increasing focus on i...
Invertek shortlisted for ENDS Green Economy Award
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the ENDS Green Economy Awards 2013. The awards, formerly the Green Business Awards, aim to celebrate the pioneers o...
Introducing Optiflow technology
Invertek has added another short film to its YouTube channel to provide an introduction to its Optidrive HVAC variable speed drives and Optiflow technology. All Optidrive HVAC drives contain In...
Invertek controls special effects in Cruise blockbuster
Invertek’s Southern distributor, EMR Silverthorn, was recently approached by the special effects team at Warner Brothers who needed to source motors and drives for use in a new blockbuster film ...
Invertek at SPS IPC Drives Italia
Invertek Drives’ Italian sales partner, Siei Peterlongo electric (SP Electric), will be showcasing Invertek’s Optidrives at SPS IPC Drives Italia later this month. Taking place from 21st ...
Justin Peters appointed Key Account Manager
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that Justin Peters has been appointed as Key Account Manager. Justin’s extensive knowledge of Invertek’s products and services will be invaluable ...
Invertek Drives’ global energy saving potential recognised by UK Innovation Award
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it was named winner in the Best International Trade category in the UK Energy Innovation Awards 2013. Production Manager Eddie Hartley attended ...
Invertek's success helps UK avoid triple-dip recession
Whilst the UK hasn’t gone into a triple-dip recession as some forecasters had predicted, today’s release of GDP figures for the first quarter of this year won’t make happy reading fo...
Automatisa 2013
Invertek Drives Sales Partner, Cimatec’s, recent attendance at specialist Industrial Automation show, Automatisa 2013, in Bogotá has been hailed a resounding success. Automatisa wa...
Single phase drive delivers huge savings
Invertek’s single phase variable speed drive can reduce energy consumption by up to 75% - saving domestic swimming pool owners more than £375 GBP a year on their energy bills. The Optidri...
Invertek shortlisted for UK Energy Innovation Award
Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in the Best International Trade category in the UK Energy Innovation Awards 2013. The awards were created by the Energy Innovatio...
Invertek’s sustainable credentials on show
Invertek Drives Ireland Ltd will be exhibiting on Stand A17 at The Energy Show taking place at RDS in Dublin on 10/11th April. The show is run by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and...
BBC Radio Wales, Wales@Work 'Business of the Week'
Invertek Drives' significant growth discussed on BBC Radio Wales' Wales@Work programme Invertek's Sales and Marketing Director, Rhydian Welson, was interviewed by BBC Radio Wales as the featured busi...
Energy savings highlighted at Thai Conference
Optidrive training films hosted on YouTube. Invertek Drives has recently introduced an Optidrive Training section to its dedicated YouTube channel as part of the company's commitment to making its va...
Online Optidrive installation training goes live
Optidrive training films hosted on YouTube. Invertek Drives has recently introduced an Optidrive Training section to its dedicated YouTube channel as part of the company's commitment to making its va...
Optidrive controlled smoke extraction systems
Optidrive HVACs installed in major redevelopment of Rathbone Market. Optidrive compact AC drives from Invertek Drives have improved safety and greatly reduced energy usage in HVAC systems installed a...
New website reflects global presence
Invertek launches new website befitting of a global organisation. Invertek Drives’ brand new website contains specification and application information on the whole Optidrive range, as well as...
Global Engineered Support makes it easy
Invertek introduces new global support programme. Invertek Drives is dedicated to delivering leading edge products and services and has prided itself on the sales support it offers to both customers ...
Invertek seals global automation deal
Contracts worth £6m per year and set to grow significantly. Invertek Drives has secured new contracts with two major international automation companies to supply a full range of Optidrives (E2,...
Ambitious growth strategy drives Invertek to SPS
Invertek Drives secures its largest stand ever at SPS 2012. Invertek Drives, is to use its largest exhibition stand to date at the SPS/IPC/Drives exhibition in Nuremberg to showcase a stunning range ...
Ambition drives Welshpool company into top 50
Invertek Drives jumps up 17 places in 2012 Fast Growth 50 Awards. Invertek Drives has moved up 17 places since the 2011 Fast Growth 50 Awards, having significantly increased turnover in the last fina...
Made In Wales 2012 success for business
Invertek Drives wins Technology Award. Invertek Drives is delighted to announce that it was named winner in the Technology Award category at the Made In Wales Awards 2012, held at the Mercure Holland...
Optidrive Proves its Worth in Pump Control
Saving energy, reducing maintenance and improving water quality.. Maintaining huge quantities of water in optimum condition in a leisure centre can be a very challenging and expensive task. At the...
Extraction Fan Control Saves Energy at BRE
BRE, based in Watford near London, UK operates the largest 'burn hall' in Europe. The burn hall is used to carry out flammability testing on various domestic, commercial and industrial products. BRE ...
FREE Specification template for specifiers
This new template document allows HVAC consultants and specifiers to quickly and efficiently create a detailed specification for VSD (Variable Speed Drives) requirements for centrifugal fan and pump c...
HEVAR 2012
See the Optidrive HVAC range on stand V31 in Hall 2. HEVAR is described as the UK's national heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration exhibition. For more information visit www.hevar.c...
