US Expert Days

Virtual event occurred on September 16-20, 2024.

US Expert Days consisted of sessions in support of Gearing Up for Growth.

“We aim to become the preferred partner for OEMs - through unparalleled domain expertise in VFDs, an expanding automation knowledge and portfolio (including PLCs and HMIs), as well as best-in-class customer support.”

Application focus: Our growth strategy revolves around application expertise and customer focus, ensuring we meet the unique needs of each OEM.
Enhanced Automation Expertise: By bolstering our automation capabilities, we're enhancing our value proposition for customers.
Focus on customer values.

Sessions

Please use links below to view the on demand sessions.

Monday September 16th

Tuesday September 17th

Wednesday September 18th

Thursday September 19th

Friday September 20th

Topic	Description	Presenter(s)	Watch on Demand
Understanding Artificial Lift in Oil Production	This presentation will delve into the fundamental principles and applications of artificial lift systems. From rod pumps to gas lift to electrical submersible pumps, learn how each method operates and their advantages.	David Orlikowski	Watch now
ECMs, IMDs, and VFDs – Oh My!	This session reviews ECMs, IMDs, and VFDs in a way that compares and contrasts the solutions. Selling points against the ECM will be provided.	Casey Benhart, Scott Birchall	Watch now
Refrigeration - AC and Heat Pumps	This session will describe how the refrigeration cycle works, the elements of a refrigeration cycle and how refrigerant can be used for both heating (Heat Pumps) and Cooling (Air Conditioning). The session will discuss how the ACH180 and ACH580 can be used in small single compressors to multiple compressors for larger capacity applications.	Andy Organ	Watch now
Programming Techniques in Automation Builder	Explore some of the best practices for programming in Automation Builder while adhering to IEC 61131 standards. Our PLC experts will share options, tips, and tricks for navigation and ease of use.	Jeff Hengemuhle, Adam Franz	Watch now
Air handling and increased energy savings	The fan is the core of every ventilation system. We will overview: variable speed energy savings for fan and centrifugal pump applications, what an air handler unit (AHU) is, multi-motor fan arrays, increased energy savings by using an EC Titanium motor, and other features the ACH580 provides for HVAC applications	Tom Kowalski	Watch now
Exploring ABB's Digital Tools for Enhanced Operational Efficiency	In this session, we will explore ABB’s suite of powerful digital tools designed to streamline operations, optimize performance, and enhance user experience. Join us as we highlight Mobile Connect, Drivetune App, Drive Composer 3, and get an exclusive teaser of the upcoming GoSelect Portal.	Brit McQueen, Bill Nyback	Watch now
How ABB’s ACQ580 solves the most common problems at the water treatment process	Learn the positive attributes of the ACQ580 for pump control and overcoming the negative effects of dirty power. Provide solutions to the common problems that interrupt the efficient operations at water and wastewater treatment process such as, clogged pumps, cavitating pumps and operating VFDs on emergency backup generators. Also, learn how the VFD can eliminate a single point of failure when the primary SCADA PLC is out of service.	Aaron Marema	Watch now

Topic	Description	Presenter(s)	Watch on Demand
Control an entire Air Handing Unit (AHU) with a VFD	Leverage the ACH580’s I/O (with CAIO-01 option card) and PID loops to run an entire piece of equipment. While we will review an HVACR drive and application, this concept is applicable to ACS and ACQ applications.	Will Brewer	Watch now
US Crane and Winch OEM Offering	This session covers the basics of what a crane and winch applications are, and the ABB technology and products used by our OEMs.	David Lopett, Jason Hicks, Doug Wilcox	Watch now
Domestic Preference Buy America (BAA) Build America, Buy America (BABA)	Learn what BAA/BABA means to your business and what ABB is doing to help meet these requirements for our partners.	Aaron Marema	Watch now
Demystifying Ultra-low harmonic drives	This session explains how a ULH really works. A ULH does NOT act like noise cancelling headphones. Join this session to see how the active front end and LCL filter work together in creating a low harmonic solution.	Thomas Shircel	Watch now
Pumping System OEM Applications	In this session we will discuss some fundamental topics and some more advanced topics related to pumping applications. Topics will include variable and constant torque applications, cavitation and other topics. We will also discuss some commercial considerations such as competition and value.	Daniel Gutierrez, Geoffrey Morris	Watch now
Introduction to Wireshark	Wireshark is a free tool that allows diagnostics for both RS-485 and IP networks. This presentation will introduce Wireshark, when/why to use it, and use sample captures to review the type of information that Wireshark provides.	Jeff Brunner	Watch now
New PID Autotune Feature	In this session we will discuss the new PID Autotune Feature for the 580/880.	Xiaoyao Gao, Aaron Marema	Watch now

Topic

Description

Presenter(s)

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Applications for the 580-Series Type 4X IP66 Drive

Have you heard about the latest addition to the 580-Series product line, the 580 Type 4X IP66? Available from 1 to 30 HP, the 580 4X IP66 drive was introduced in April and has been widely accepted into the marketplace. Learn about the drive with emphasis on how customers have been applying it in the field.

Thomas Junger

Watch now

Mini Fair

MOSE Modernization ACS880U F6 Upgrade Demo

Jamie Robinson / Juha Saarikko

Not available

Mini Fair

What has changed with the 580-Series frame R4 drive

Thomas Junger

Not available

Mini Fair

ABB Ability Digital Powertrain Demo

ABB MOSE

Not available

Mini Fair

ACH180 Product Overview & Applications

Paul Olis

Not available

Mini Fair

Real life application utilizing 1 line diagrams and Harmonic Analyzer tool to determine what harmonic mitigation solutions should be applied to the system.

Rick Akey

Not available

Mini Fair

Unlocking the Potential of Remote Condition Monitoring with ABB Ability Digital Powertrain

Vijay Anand / Greg Byzewski

Not available

ACS8080 MV Platform

ACS8080 is soon to be launched MV Drive Platform. Designed for simplicity in configuring, monitoring, and servicing your drive in industrial applications. Flexibility to meet your application requirements, Advanced digital features to support current and future needs, Reliability through proven technology and extensive testing, Safety options to protect your people and equipment and Increased availability from commissioning to daily use.
ACS8080 offers precise and reliable motor control technology for improved efficiency, increased lifetime, and availability of equipment.
Currently 0-series Wave 1a and b have been released covering induction motor ratings from 400HP up to 6000HP at 4.16kV. The design considers Diode Front End (DFE) with an integrated or external 12/24-pulse transformer, as well as ABB’s novel MP3C control method. Product Release by October 2024.

Jose Simpson

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Extruder OEM Application Business Development

Come and learn about the wonderful world of extrusion. This presentation will show all the ways plastics, rubber, metals and food processing benefit from extruders and the extrusion process.

Darryl Rousselle

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US Cybersecurity Overview and AC500 Cyber Security Update

Learn the basics of cybersecurity, relevant protocols, and regulations in the USA. Review the AC500 cyber security capabilities.

Baraa Alyusuf, Adam Franz

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ACS880 Multidrive Modules and Cabinets

We will review the ACS880 Multidrive Platform from both Modules and Cabinets offerings. Explaining the go-to-market strategy of each one of them. The presentation will have a concise product overview, drill down into the key features and solutions, customer benefits, differentiators from our competitors, and a look at ABB’s comprehensive documentation, and support materials. Attendees will gain insights into the ACS880 Multidrive’s versatility and value proposition. Highlighting how the ACS880 Multidrive Platform empowers our customers to achieve unparalleled efficiency and performance.

Jose Simpson

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Topic	Description	Presenter(s)	Watch on Demand
NAM Packaged Drives, Converting OEMs and Customers to ABBC	This session will review how packaged drive solutions can be leverage to convert business away from competitors. We will review the types of packages we are best at, recommended scope of projects, how to submit a request for quote, expectations for custom quote turn around, and how volume opportunities are managed.	Louis Hill	Watch now
VFDs in Centrifuge Applications	In this session we will discuss Centrifuge applications. We will cover different types of Centrifuges, the terminology used in the industry, and business potential for VFDs in this market. We will also discuss the requirements for correctly applying VFDs to these machines, as well as the benefits of choosing ABB for this application.	Ricardo Ferrua	Watch now
CIP safety- Product/protocol features and how to use it	In this session, we will break down how the CIP Safety protocol works, cover the FSCS-21 features and offering in the safety portfolio, as well as show how the Drive integrates into a Rockwell PLC and operates.	Bill Nyback	Watch now
Water Electrolyzer Application for Green Hydrogen Production	This session will dive deeper into the Green Hydrogen market opportunities. Most common electrolyze methods (Alkaline, PEM, and SOEC) will be presented. With their typical requirements for the rectifiers as well as selection & sizing examples of both DCS880 and ACS880 products as a solution. We will drill down into the nuances of each solution and where ABB can leverage its strengths. This presentation is intended to have a more technical approach and highlight ABB's value propositions for DC and AC Drives.	Roger Dorsel	Watch now
(For those joining with a PC) ABB Virtual World - Enter the world of REAL drive applications in the 3D Water World	ABB Drives VR world tour In an evolving world of remote meetings and travel constraints, the ability to show someone how to quickly apply and set up (or even maintain) a VFD without travelling to their facility is becoming more and more important. We will present ABB's innovative Virtual Water World, where we show simulated pumping applications that use real world pump curves, and tell applications stories where users can see starting currents, pump cleaning, level control, and much more. This will showcase how to use the tool as a vehicle to educate your customers, present application solutions, and hold meetings in a world that mirrors their own live application experiences.	Bob Small, Jeff Hengemuhle, Kevin Drown	Not available
(For those joining with the Oculus Quest) ABB Virtual World - Enter the world of REAL drive applications in the 3D Water World	ABB Drives VR world tour In an evolving world of remote meetings and travel constraints, the ability to show someone how to quickly apply and set up (or even maintain) a VFD without travelling to their facility is becoming more and more important. We will present ABB's innovative Virtual Water World, where we show simulated pumping applications that use real world pump curves, and tell applications stories where users can see starting currents, pump cleaning, level control, and much more. This will showcase how to use the tool as a vehicle to educate your customers, present application solutions, and hold meetings in a world that mirrors their own live application experiences.		Not available
Fieldbus/Connectivity Updates	In this session, we will cover upcoming features of different fieldbus cards. Will will cover updates to S2 system redundancy, UPC-UA, the Connectivity Program as well as upcoming releases/roadmaps.	Bill Nyback	Watch now
Understand how to apply ACS880 drives in Common Bus Applications	We will review when to use a common bus system and applications in which it can be applied. We will review why using this in a Centrifuge application is such a great benefit. The session will review the sizing that needs to be done for the drive when wired for different common bus configurations. We will talk about best practices and cover what can and cannot be done with AFE drives. Lastly, we will review how to have the AFE Auto restart and do interlocking to prevent damage to the pre-charge circuit.	Ricardo Ferrua, Jeff Fell	Watch now

Topic	Description	Presenter(s)	Watch on Demand
Drive Composer 3	In this session we will show the new Drive Composer 3 and go through some of the features and demonstrate the software. Drive Composer 3 is planned to launch at the end of the year.	Bill Nyback, Jeff Fell	Not Available
AC500/CP600 OPC-UA/MQTT Data Gathering	What is OPC-UA and what is MQTT, how are they the same and how are they different. Show a customer use case and why would a customer use OPC-UA and/or MQTT.	Adam Franz, Bill Nyback, Hoat Phung	Watch now
Focus OEM Business Development - General Machinery	In this session we will discuss General Machinery basic terms and application descriptions. The business potential in the US Industrial Automation and Control Systems Market. We will also discuss the Key OEM players in the General Machinery Industry and the Competitors we go up against.	Kevin McGrath, Vadim Yavorsky	Watch now
Sensorless Pump Control	Flow sensors have limited life due to rust, slime, wear and tear. Replacing them causes downtime and risk of improper installation. The ACx580 drive can control flow in simple applications without the need for sensors. (Target: pump OEM’s)	Tom Shircel, Kevin Drown, Louis Hill	Watch now
ABB Lincoln Factory Tour	Join us for a tour of the New ABB Lincoln factory.	Bob Small, Jeff Fell	Not Available

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