NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Lands at AAAE 2025 with Smart, Sustainable Solutions
NORD’s complete drive system solutions ensure reliable, high-efficiency operation for airport applications.
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NORD creates drive solutions for airport logistics applications with specialized expertise and a wide range of highly configurable products.
Industry leader NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is bringing their innovative airport technology solutions to the 97th Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition. This year’s show will be held June 8 – 10, 2025 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) in Atlanta, GA. NORD offers highly configurable drive systems to precisely meet every application need whether for baggage handling systems, jetways, walkways, large hangar doors, and more. Their solutions are utilized throughout airports worldwide with focus on efficiency, reliability, reduced maintenance, and overall cost savings.
Visit AAAE Booth 620 to see the NORD solutions that will be on display at the show, including:
IE5+ Synchronous Motors
Airports place a strong emphasis on sustainable solutions that drive innovation forward and reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). NORD IE5+ synchronous motors feature permanent magnet technology, enabling constant torque efficiency even at low speeds and partial loads, significantly increasing performance, reducing energy costs, and reducing system variants. Their compact, TEFC ventilated design offers high overload capacity with optimized heat dissipation that is ideal for baggage handling systems where installation space can be limited.
Highlights:
- Performance: 0.5 – 5.5 hp
- Flexible motor mounting: direct, NEMA, IEC
- Worldwide approvals and acceptance
NORDAC® ON/ON+ Variable Frequency Drives
Developed to address the special requirements of horizontal conveyor technology, NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives are ideal for airport conveyor systems. They feature an integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface configurable for each drive parameter, enabling dynamic control of systems, synchronization of multiple drives, and precise positioning to keep conveyors fault-free. Simple installation and maintenance make the NORDAC ON/ON+ a reliable, economic solution for IIoT environments.
Highlights:
- Performance: 0.5 – 4 hp
- Protection Class: IP55, IP66
- Wall or motor mounting
DuoDrive Integrated Gear Unit and Motor
The DuoDrive integrated gear unit and motor combines the high efficiency of IE5+ synchronous motors with a single-stage helical gear unit in one compact housing. It is well suited for baggage handling systems thanks to its optimized system efficiency of up to 92%, high power density, and quiet operation. Full Plug-and-Play capabilities enable quick, simple commissioning and easy maintenance. The inclusion of an IE5+ synchronous motor enables constant torque over the complete speed range, reducing system variants, TCO, and providing a fast Return on Investment (ROI).
Highlights:
- Performance: 0.5 – 4 hp
- Flexible attachment options: B5 flange, B14 flange
LogiDrive Complete Drive Solution
LogiDrive is a complete drive solution that reduces planning and commissioning efforts through a standardized, service-friendly drive system configured to match airport industry standards and specific application needs. Advanced versions utilize IE5+ PMS motor technology to address issues such as energy efficiency, variant reduction, and TCO while basic versions with IE3 asynchronous motors largely focus on cost efficiency. The modular Plug-and-Play design concept makes commissioning a breeze and enables individual components to be replaced without sacrificing the entire system.
Highlights:
- Expandable functionality
- Low maintenance
- Reduced downtimes
- Large overload capacity
NORDBLOC.1® Helical Bevel Gear Units
Performance optimized NORDBLOC.1 helical bevel gear units deliver high efficiency with low operating costs. Made from high strength, lightweight aluminum alloy, these units are ideal for baggage handling systems as they include an open housing design that allows heat to dissipate quickly, reliably handle high axial and radial loads, and provide a long service life with minimal maintenance for high system availability. NORDBLOC.1 gear units are extremely versatile with various shaft options, mounting options, and application-specific versions available for precise system adaptation.
Highlights:
- Performance: 0.16 – 10 hp
- Torque range: 443 – 5,842 lb-in.
- Foot- or flange-mounted
NORDAC PRO SK 500P Variable Frequency Drives
NORDAC PRO SK 500P variable frequency drives are a control cabinet solution characterized by scalable functionality. Five case sizes are available with various extension module options, ensuring the electronic control device meets specific application requirements. The SK 550P version has an integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface for efficient connection to Ethernet-based control systems and easy operation of entire systems. Integrated POSICON positioning ensures conveyors are precisely controlled and baggage does not block ramps or get backed up, causing delays and unplanned downtimes. These drives promote dynamic, intelligent operation of Industry 4.0 environments.
Highlights:
- Performance: 0.33 – 30 hp
- Protection Class: IP20
- Functional safety: STO, SS1
To learn more about NORD’s airport industry drive solutions, visit them at AAAE Booth 620 or visit www.nord.com.
