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Altivar 312

Variable speed drives for pumps with photovoltaic arrays

July 2020
Gallery Altivar 312 1
Gallery Altivar 312 1
01.

Identification

The Altivar 312 is a proven Solution which addresses the challenges of operating pumps with solar PV.

Operating pumps with solar photovoltaic (PV) for agricultural purposes poses challenges. Schneider Electric has however created an autonomous, maintenance-free and environment-friendly Solution through 'speed drives' for pumps with PV arrays. With its experience in speed variation Schneider Electric developed the Altivar 312, a specification to power pumps through PV cells. This allows the traditional challenges of this application to be overcome, making the Altivar a sustainable and efficient Solution for use in agricultural systems.

Label Date July 31, 2020
From France
Maturity stage Small scale commercialization
Looking For New clients, funding, partners

Sectors - Value chain - Application

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Applications
Design, Power & Produce
Package & Distribute
Use & Efficiency
Valorize & Restore
Value Chain Steps
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The environmental benefits

  • Reduces fuel consumption by 60% compared to mainstream alternative
  • Reduces power loss by at least 4% compared to mainstream alternative
03.

The Financial benefits

  • Can reduce at least 50% of installation costs compared to mainstream alternative
  • Increase production rates for agricultural processes in remote areas by up to 30%
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Company Profile

Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is leading the Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation.

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Headquarters 92500 Rueil-Malmaison, France
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