APDS is proud to offer a powerful new tool in drive reliability – DART, the low-cost remote monitoring system built specifically for ABB drives and their operating environments.
When it comes to drive reliability, it’s not just the performance of the variable speed drive (VSD) that matters – it’s also the environment it’s working in. Studies show that around 75% of VSD failures are caused by poor environmental conditions, not the drives themselves.
That’s where DART comes in.
What is DART?
DART is an advanced monitoring system designed for ABB inverters, offering 24/7 tracking of both drive performance and environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and airborne particulates.
It’s a plug-and-play solution compatible with ABB ACS800, ACS880, and all ACx580 variants, with support for more models (and even other manufacturers) in development.
Key Features:
- Live 24/7 monitoring of drive and environment
- Remote fault alerts and email notifications
- Real-time and historical data trending
- Plug-and-play compatibility with key ABB drives
- Secure 4G connectivity via Microsoft Azure encryption
- DIN rail or enclosed installation options
Real-World Results
Case Study 1: Water Utility Site
Repeated drive failures were causing costly downtime. Traditional investigations failed to locate the root cause, but DART pinpointed high humidity during drive changeovers, leading to condensation. The solution? Anti-condensation heaters – problem solved.
Case Study 2: 500kW Industrial Evaporator
An ABB drive kept failing due to high heat above the VSD. DART revealed that warm air was recirculating in the extract ducting. Modifying the ductwork and increasing ventilation solved the issue and prevented further production loss.
What’s Included?
Every DART package comes with:
- All hardware and software
- Multi-network SIM
- 2 years of remote monitoring and support
- A 5-year warranty
Why Choose DART to protect your critical applications?
- Reduce downtime and lost income
- Prevent environmental damage to your drives
- Improve safety by reducing emergency breakdowns
- Gain valuable data to support smarter engineering decisions
Ready to upgrade your drive protection strategy?
Contact APDS today to find out how DART can help protect your ABB drives – and your bottom line.
