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KONECRANES VFD CRANE CONTROL

Course #864VFD-S

3 DAYS | MAX 10 STUDENTS
$2,405/PERSON

This 3-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) in crane and hoist systems. It covers the theory, design, components, and troubleshooting of VFDs with a strong focus on safety and hands-on application. Participants will learn how VFDs influence motor performance, interpret technical data, and apply best practices for safe, efficient crane operation.

Hands-On Training

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Hands-On students should bring their own
PPE to use during the class (items such as:
steel toe shoes, hard hats and safety glasses).

For information about what PPE is needed,
contact the Konecranes Training Institute.

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General description

This state-of-the-art course covers P&H™ Smartorque Control and Drivecon Crane Control for vector drives. This course begins with the fundamentals of adjustable frequency drives, then educates participants on system specific details, such as closed loop hoist applications, open loop hoist applications and scalar drive traverse applications.

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Course outline

  • Safety, protective features
  • Theory of operation
  • Squirrel cage motors
  • Circuits and component layout
  • Controls and operation
  • Troubleshoot, Preventive Maintenance and Repair
  • Review extensive program parameters to include manual and autotuning
  • Dynamic Braking theory and operation
  • Extensive Hands-On Training

Course objectives

  • Understand crane and inverter safety considerations
  • Learn the fundamentals of adjustable frequency drives
  • Learn normal operating characteristics
  • Interpret symptoms
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