Nuremberg, Germany — 13-15 October 2026
Invertek Drives will be exhibiting its Optidrive solutions for the HVAC-R sector at Chillventa 2026 (Hall 7, Stand 7-142). Held every two years, Chillventa is internationally recognised as a leading global exhibition for refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation and heat pump technology. Bringing together manufacturers, OEMs, engineers and industry professionals from around the world.
Mike Carman, Executive Business Development Manager, HVAC-R at Invertek Drives, said: ‘’This exhibition is an important platform for us to connect with customers and professionals in the industry. It gives us the opportunity to highlight the benefits of our Optidrive VFD technology for compressors, pumps, fans, and ventilation equipment, demonstrating how they drive greater energy efficiency, offer precise motor control, reduce downtime and maintenance, and support operations across commercial and industrial applications.’’
Optidrive VFDs can deliver energy savings of up to 20 per cent when used with high efficiency BLDC motors compared to traditional on off capacity control systems. Their precise control helps maintain optimal temperature and airflow, improving comfort levels and extending the lifespan of HVAC-R equipment.
Products on show will include the Optidrive E3 IP66 robust and most dependable general-purpose drive. Known for its ease of use, delivers fast commissioning, precise motor control and energy savings. The IP66 enclosure offers a high level of protection and allows for the product to be placed directly on, or very close to, the motor and application without the need for a cabinet. Ideal for outdoor applications, retrofitting and equipment requiring frequent cleaning.
NEW general-purpose drive Optidrive E4, will be on show. ‘’Designed to provide a more advanced product offering than the E3, the E4 is an ideal choice for customers wanting to have greater functionality, improved performance and easier integration with systems,’’ says Mike Carman. The E4 provides a range of additional features including USB-C plug-in setup, embedded diagnostics with built-in flight recorder and mobile app support, dual-channel SIL3 Safe Torque Off (STO), a built-in C1 EMC filter, and advanced communications with PROFINET, EtherCAT and Modbus TCP and its compatibility with a range of high-efficiency motors.
Optidrive Coolvert, designed specifically for refrigeration systems, condensing units, chiller units and heat pumps using BLDC rotary and scroll compressors. Available with single-phase and three-phase supply. It is ideal for applications using A2L and A3 refrigerants, meeting the latest UL 60335 safety standards. Optidrive Coolvert delivers OEMs a compact solution that optimises system efficiency, provides high performance, and complies with global standards.
Mike Carman says: ‘’We understand that OEMs require systems to deliver high performance, and the latest safety standards and regulations are pivotal for reliability in demanding HVAC-R applications. Our Optidrive Coolvert Frame Sizes 3, 4 and 5 have been approved and certified by an external body to UL/IEC 60730 with Class B firmware for safety-related functions and have been independently assessed by UL against the standard requirements.’’
‘’This means that the drive’s safety functions, including protection against overload, over/under temperature, input/output phase loss, and locked rotor conditions, are designed to detect fault and shut down or enter a safe state. Coolvert, having undergone this rigorous testing, demonstrates that automatic controls in refrigeration and heat pump systems can fail safely.’’
He added: “For OEMs and system integrators, this provides confidence that Coolvert meets recognised international functional safety standards and supports safer operation.
Optidrive Eco will also be on show, providing energy-efficient control of fans and pumps in building services. This drive is ideal for use in systems such as air handling, stairwell pressurisation, fume extraction, and chiller circulation and cooling pumps.
Visit Invertek Drives at Chillventa Expo at Hall 7, Stand 7-142.
If you would like to find out more information on Invertek’s product range, visit www.invertekdrives.com
