Induction motor equipment uses electricity based on current induction and convert electric energy into mechanical energy. The induction motor exhibits current spike as high as 2–7 times the nominal current. The consumption of electricity and the starting current are the calculation parameter in the use of an induction motor. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate component compatibility, starting current, drop voltages and energy consumption of induction motor as chemical processing at PT Riau Andalan Pulp & Paper (RAPP), using simulation software ETAP 19.0. The comparison of current start, drop voltage and energy consumption shows that the use of Variable Speed Drive (VSD) is more economical and safe in contrast to direct online method.