Choice of Driver

Drivers are required to run various process and utility machines  

The main types of driver used in the process industries are  

There are many issues to be considered for the selection of the most appropriate combination of drives  

For example, suppose a new steam turbine is to be installed. The economics of the new steam turbine need to be analyzed in terms of capital and operating costs. However, the issues that need to be addressed are  

Many issues need to be considered when choosing the most appropriate combination of drivers. Choosing the best combination is a trade-off between capital costs, operating costs, system flexibility and reliability. 

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The choice of drivers also depends entirely on the particular refinery utilities simation. Drivers range from electric motors, gas engines, and steam mrbines in general use, to gas turbines in special high horsepower service (5-10,000 H.P. per machine). 

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