NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are expanding its range of drive electronics with new developments to meet changing industrial requirements. Frequency inverters have been part of the company’s modular drive systems since the 1980s, forming a key element of its complete motor and gear unit solutions.
When designing drive systems, NORD places emphasis on factors such as energy efficiency, operational reliability, and total cost of ownership — not only on power output. “For us, drives are more than just their power,” says Jörg Niermann, Head of Marketing at NORD DRIVESYSTEMS.
We develop drive solutions that are precisely tailored to applications and associated customer requirements.
Updated Frequency Inverter Portfolio
The NORDAC family of frequency inverters includes centralised and decentralised models designed for use across more than 100 industries. The systems are compatible with a wide variety of configurations, and many include integrated functions that reduce the need for additional components.
- NORDAC PRO – Control cabinet inverter with multi-protocol Ethernet and multi-encoder interfaces for multi-axis control.
- NORDAC LINK – Installed close to the motor with plug-in capability for easier installation and maintenance.
- NORDAC FLEX – Motor-mounted inverter with modular design and scalable functions.
- NORDAC ON – Compact inverter for high-efficiency motors, offering Ethernet connectivity and plug-and-play setup.
New Features and Upcoming Developments
NORD is extending the functional safety of its NORDAC frequency inverters to include additional communication protocols. Upcoming versions of the NORDAC ON will feature expanded safety options — including SLS, SMS and SSM, alongside existing STO and SS1 functions. These will operate via Profisafe and FSoE interfaces, allowing integration into Ethernet environments or stand-alone use.
The company also plans to introduce the NORDAC ON PURE, designed for wash-down areas and hygiene-sensitive environments. It will include the food-safe NXD tupH® surface treatment, a rounded housing design, and a simplified plug configuration. The development will enable the supply of complete aluminium-housed drive solutions with enhanced corrosion resistance from a single source.
