SpinDrive specializes in customized active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems that enhance energy efficiency by eliminating physical contact, resulting in reduced maintenance needs. Their technology addresses the demand for oil-free solutions in high-speed machinery, contributing to a carbon-neutral future by mitigating CO2 emissions.
Funding
$7.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Rotating machinery relies on physical contact bearings and lubrication, leading to energy inefficiency, wear and tear, high maintenance costs, and environmental contamination from waste products. Existing solutions lack cost-effectiveness and scalability for widespread adoption in various industrial applications.
Solution
SpinDrive provides customized active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems that enhance energy efficiency by eliminating physical contact, resulting in reduced maintenance needs and lower lifecycle costs. The AMB systems levitate the rotational part of the machine, eliminating mechanical friction and enabling maintenance-free operations for up to 20 years. SpinDrive's technology addresses the demand for oil-free solutions in high-speed machinery, contributing to a carbon-neutral future by mitigating CO2 emissions and aligning with contaminant-free environmental strategies. Their proprietary software and processes streamline AMB solution integration, offering easy and cost-efficient implementation from initial design to commissioning.
Target Audience
Primary customers are original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in industries such as turbomachinery, energy, and industrial automation, seeking to improve the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of their rotating equipment.
Features
- Customized active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems tailored to specific OEM requirements
- Frictionless operation through magnetic levitation, reducing energy losses by up to 50%
- Oil-free design, eliminating the risk of contamination and enabling entry into new markets
- Magma X800 AMB controller for precise and reliable levitation and control
- Real-time adjustment of stiffness and damping for optimized system performance
- Remote monitoring and diagnostics capabilities for proactive maintenance
- Proprietary software tools for streamlined design and cost reduction
- Integration with high-speed drivetrains, control electronics, power electronics, sensors, and actuators