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Nord Drivesystems will bring new Bluetooth-based Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology to Australia.

Nordac Access BT is a Bluetooth stick that can save parameter data without the need for an app or a PC. It speeds up commissioning, simplifies maintenance, and allows faster repair of faults, says Delfio Barbarino, project engineer.

“The Nordac Access BT is a Bluetooth stick used for mobile commissioning and service solutions, applicable to all Nord drives. It offers convenient mobile access to drive data as well as full access control for improved communications and safety.

“Using the BT-stick, users can transfer parameters from one frequency inverter to another. Parameter transfer between a drive and a PC is also possible,” said Barbarino.

According to Barbarino, it offers dashboard-based visualisation for drive monitoring and fault diagnosis; parameterisation with help function and parameter quick access; oscilloscope function for drive analysis (individually configurable); and a backup and recovery function for easy handling of drive parameters.

“We look forward to the official launch of this ground-breaking product in the coming months and to rolling it out in our region,” said Barbarino.

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