NORD to Showcase Modular Drive Solutions for Intelligent Automation at MODEX
Visit Booth B14136 to explore IE5+ synchronous motors, LogiDrive solutions, and the latest in predictive maintenance technology.
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NORD’s modular product portfolio offers high configurability for compact, efficient, and reliable drive systems engineered to individual application needs.
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS
, a global leader in innovative drive technology, has announced their participation in MODEX 2026, the premier North American trade show for the Manufacturing and Supply Chain Industry. From April 13–16 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, NORD will showcase their latest advancements in high-efficiency gear motors, intelligent electronic control products, and modular automation solutions designed to optimize throughput and reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Attendees are invited to visit Booth B14136 to talk with experts and discover how NORD’s decentralized technology is redefining reliability in modern warehousing and distribution centers.
NORD will be showcasing these specialized solutions:
IE5+ Synchronous Motors
IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors from NORD deliver an extremely high efficiency of up to 95%, high power density, and significant energy savings. Permanent magnet technology enables the motors to deliver constant torque and efficiency over a wide speed range, even at partial load and low speeds. This not only makes them ideal for many intralogistics applications, but also reduces system variants, administrative expenses, and the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Ventilated TEFC versions feature finned housings for advanced heat dissipation in continuous duty applications while smooth body, non-ventilated TENV versions offer an easy-to-clean surface for hygienic environments. Visit NORD’s booth for a real-time demonstration of the performance differences between IE3 and IE5+ motor technology.
Electronic Control Products
Electronic control products from NORD are available as centralized solutions for control cabinet installation or as decentralized versions for direct use on the application, ensuring the best solution for every system. The entire NORDAC line is characterized by scalable functionality, ease of installation, and high precision regulation. NORDAC PRO variable frequency drives offer a compact control cabinet solution with a multi-protocol Ethernet interface, sensor-less current vector control that ensures constant speeds, and a multi-encoder interface for multi-axis control. Decentralized solutions include NORDAC LINK variable frequency drives and motor starters and NORDAC FLEX variable frequency drives. NORDAC LINK offers full Plug-and-Play capabilities for easy installation and maintenance while NORDAC FLEX are NORD’s most flexible electronic drives with extensive optional integral modules and wide selection of functions. The full NORDAC portfolio will be on display at the MODEX show.
NORDAC ON/ON+ Variable Frequency Drives
NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives are compact, decentralized solutions optimized for the common requirements in horizontal conveyor technology. NORDAC ON is designed for use with asynchronous motors while NORDAC ON+ compliments the high efficiency capabilities of IE5+ synchronous motors. Both versions can be motor- or wall-mounted based on the application and space constraints. The drives additionally feature a powerful internal PLC for drive-related functions, full Plug-and-Play connections, and an integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface for easy integration into modern automation systems.
LogiDrive Complete Drive Solution
NORD’s LogiDrive solution is a complete, standardized modular system designed to maximize efficiency in intralogistics systems such as warehouse automation, airport baggage handling, and post and parcel distribution. For every area, there are advanced versions utilizing high-efficiency IE5+ synchronous motors and basic versions with IE3 asynchronous motors. Advanced versions provide exceptional energy savings, significantly reduce the total cost of ownership, and minimize system variants while basic versions offer a streamlined, cost-effective solution. Both versions combine the motors with flexible gear units and intelligent, decentralized variable frequency drives for a modular Plug-and-Play solution configured to specific application needs.
NORDBLOC.1® Helical Bevel Gear Units
NORDBLOC.1 helical bevel gear units feature a lightweight, high-strength aluminum alloy housing that reduces the overall weight of the drive system for less structural stress on elevated conveyor lines. Their two-stage design provides high torque density in a compact footprint, making them ideal for tight installation spaces in automated storage and retrieval systems. An open housing version provides excellent heat dissipation for high frequency areas while a closed housing version offers an easy-to-clean surface for wash-down applications. Configuration options such as various input and output options, solid and hollow shafts, and versatile mounting make the drive highly adaptable to individual applications.
NORDBLOC.1® Helical Inline Gear Units
NORDBLOC.1 helical inline gear units are characterized by quiet, reliable performance and cleanliness in a compact design. They feature a unique bolt-free, smooth-surface design that is particularly advantageous for intralogistics and food and beverage applications. Unlike traditional gearboxes, these units are engineered without assembly covers or bore plugs, eliminating areas where debris or bacteria can collect and making them incredibly easy to clean. Built using the high-strength UNICASE™ housing principle, the units ensure maximum torsional rigidity and high radial load capacities essential for the continuous, high-speed demands of conveyor systems and sorting facilities. When combined with NORD’s modular motors and variable frequency drives, NORDBLOC.1 helical inline gear units provide a low-maintenance, long-lasting solution that optimizes TCO through increased service life and reduced mechanical wear.
Condition Monitoring for Predictive Maintenance
Condition Monitoring for Predictive Maintenance takes a status-based maintenance approach over time-based maintenance to proactively maintain machines and increase the efficiency of the entire plant. Drive and status data are recorded periodically or continuously to detect poor operating conditions early, allowing for planned downtimes for maintenance - saving operating, service, and material costs as well as extending the operating life of system components. Collected data can even determine the optimal time to change the unit’s oil, ensuring systems are always operating at their highest capacity. At this year’s show, NORD will be showcasing the latest version of their condition monitoring platform with updated user interface and added functions.
To learn more about NORD’s solutions for intralogistics applications, visit NORD at MODEX or go to www.nord.com.
