Application Considerations between Medium Voltage Software Starters and Variable Frequency Drives

Key application considerations to consider when comparing the two motor control solutions most often used.
Dec. 5, 2025

In the Oil & Gas industry, typical applications for motor control supported by either Medium Voltage Soft Starters (MVSS) and Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drives (MVD) are:

•    Pumps
•    Compressors
•    Fans
•    Mixers and Extruders (for petrochemical)

Download this white paper to learn more about how MVSS can offer simplicity and efficiency while MVD delivers comprehensive motor control – and discover when and how you might deploy one or both solutions.