ABB ACS 1000 Variable Speed Drive - Process Efficiency & Product Quality Enhancement at Petrochemical Plant
Summary
The ABB ACS 1000 Variable Speed Drive is a high-performance motor control solution designed for enhancing process efficiency in heavy industrial settings, such as petrochemical processing plants. This manual provides comprehensive technical specifications, installation guides, and application data related to advanced AC drive technology. It details how variable speed operation improves product consistency, maximizes energy savings (e.g., 30% reduction), and minimizes operational noise compared to fixed-speed motors. It is ideal for engineers and facility managers seeking reliable, high-efficiency retrofits for large mixers and industrial process machinery.
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Case note ACS 1000 variable speed drive improves process efficiency and product quality at petrochemical factory
Daqing Petrochemical Plastic Factory in China manufactures petroleum-based plastics and synthetic materials.
To enhance the mixer‘s performance and improve productivity an ACS 1000 variable speed drive was installed. Both product quality and process efficiency have vastly improved.
ACS 1000 variable speed drive controlling the mixer at the Daqing Petro- chemical Plastic Factory in China
Challenge Highlights Productivity at the Daqing Petrochemical Plastic Factory in Energy savings of 30% China was below expectations because a 20-year old motor Increased production efficiency used to drive the Fuji-supplied continuous mixer was limited Improved production quality to two speeds. The mixer’s 1,300 k W motor, a 6 and 8-pole, Reduced noise 6.0 k V machine, restricted the motor to two fixed operat- ing speeds of 1,000 rpm and 750 rpm. These fixed speeds meant that the mixer could not operate at its optimal mixing point, and was not able to react to sudden load changes that resulted from the mixing of polyethylene. This led to poor product quality and frequent breakdown of the mixer, which subsequently reduced the amount of plastics being produced.
Solution In August 1998 ABB was asked to investigate ways in which the mixer’s performance could be enhanced so that produc- tivity improved without any loss of consistency to the plastics being mixed. The answer was an ACS 1000 medium voltage AC drive, together with a locally supplied input isolation transformer.
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Manual Details
| Brand | ACS |
|---|---|
| Pages | 2 |
| File Size | 255.53 KB |
| Published | May 12, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the ACS 1000 improve mixer operation compared to fixed-speed drives?
It allows variable speed control, enabling the mixer to operate at its optimal point and react quickly to sudden load changes.
What is the estimated payback period for installing this system at Daqing Petrochemical?
The pay back period is proven to be as little as two years due to reduced energy consumption and high reliability.
Does the ACS 1000 reduce noise levels?
Yes, the use of DTC and sine filter has reduced the drive system noise level to 75 dBA.
How easily can the ACS 1000 be installed at an existing facility?
It has a small footprint and is designed to be easily retrofitted to existing motors with minimal space implications.