Empowering New Zealand’s Dairy & Processing Industries with Smart Drive Solutions
New Zealand’s thriving agricultural and food processing industries are built on efficiency, resilience, and innovation. From the dairy sheds of Waikato to the irrigation systems of Canterbury and milk processing plants across the country, industrial automation is playing an increasingly vital role in driving sustainability and performance. To support these evolving needs, Pioneer Automation Limited, the sole authorised distributor of Inovance Technology in New Zealand, is introducing the globally trusted MD520 series Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to the local market.
Inovance Technology, founded in 2003, is a global leader in industrial automation, offering a comprehensive portfolio of motion control, drive systems, robotics, and intelligent manufacturing solutions. Headquartered in China, with R&D centres and sales offices across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Inovance is known for its commitment to innovation, reliability, and local market integration.
Backed by over 7,000 R&D engineers and more than 20 years of industrial experience, Inovance has delivered high-performance automation products to leading OEMs in sectors ranging from textiles and elevators to packaging, automotive, and food processing. Its presence in over 60 countries underscores the company’s capability to meet global standards while supporting region-specific needs.
Inovance is not just a product provider but a technology partner—and with Pioneer Automation as its local ally, it brings that promise to New Zealand’s doorstep.
MD520: The Universal Drive for All Conditions
The MD520 VFD is one of Inovance’s flagship products, built for high performance, multi-purpose use, and rugged environments. Featuring open- and closed-loop vector control, broad voltage range compatibility, and exceptional torque response, it is well-suited for critical applications in pumping, mixing, conveyance, and mechanical drive systems.
Key Features:
- Versatile control: Supports both asynchronous and synchronous motors
- Precision & efficiency: Advanced algorithms for energy saving and high torque output
- Durability: Designed to endure demanding conditions, and with an IP55-rated version planned for release by end of 2025, even more resilient in outdoor and moisture-prone environments
- Ease of integration: Compact footprint, intuitive interface, and flexible I/O configurations
When paired with Inovance’s MV21 series motors, the MD520 creates a complete drive-and-motor ecosystem, offering seamless integration and optimal energy performance—especially valuable in dairy and food processing plants, where reliability and hygiene compliance are non-negotiable.
Focused on What Matters for New Zealand
Pioneer Automation, with deep roots in the local market, is channelling its expertise into sectors that matter most to New Zealand:
- Dairy farming: VFDs enable smooth motor operation in milking systems, agitators, and ventilation.
- Irrigation systems: Smart drives optimise pump performance, reduce power consumption, and extend equipment life.
- Milk & oil processing: Precision control supports quality and consistency across critical processing lines.
Why Inovance?
- Global expertise, local support
- Proven performance across multiple industries
- Future-ready products with continuous innovation
As industrial automation becomes central to achieving sustainability and competitiveness, Inovance—through Pioneer Automation—offers solutions built for the future, without compromising the present.
To learn more about the MD520 VFD and other Inovance solutions, visit: www.inovance.co.nz or http://www.pioneer-automation.co.nz