Essential Maintenance and Asset Management Insights from Knower Network Unexpected electric motor failures can bring production to a halt, causing costly downtime and operational disruptions. At Knower Network, we understand that eliminating electric motor downtime is...
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The Essential Guide to Electric Motor Service and Repair
Electric motors power nearly every industrial facility. When one fails, downtime and lost productivity can cost thousands of dollars per hour. That’s why choosing the right approach to electric motor repair and maintenance is critical. Business owners and plant...
How VFDs Can Damage Your Motors (and How to Prevent It)
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are widely used across industries because they save energy and provide precise motor control. They make sense for most applications—but if not managed correctly, VFDs can dramatically reduce the lifespan of your motors. In some cases,...
Electric Motor Storage Checklist: Best Practices for Short-Term and Long-Term Motor Storage
When an electric motor fails, downtime can quickly turn into lost revenue. While regular motor maintenance and inspections are critical, smart businesses also prepare for unexpected breakdowns by keeping replacement motors in storage. But storing an electric motor...
Motor Shop Spotlight: Inspection, Machining, and Rewinding
In this second installment of our four-part Motor Shop Spotlight series, we highlight the mechanical inspection, machining, and rewinding processes that ensure electric motors are restored to peak performance. At Energy Management Corporation, our team follows strict...
Ask These Questions Before Choosing an Electric Motor Repair Shop
Your electric motors and related equipment are the backbone of your operations. Sending them to an unvetted motor repair shop can lead to costly downtime, expensive mistakes, or even permanent equipment damage. With thousands of shops promising they can handle...
What is an Induction Motor? A Complete Guide to Components, Types, and Efficiency
Did you know the induction motor was first patented by Nikola Tesla in 1887? More than 130 years later, induction motors have become one of the most widely used machines in both residential and industrial applications. From powering air conditioners, fans, and pumps...
Motor Shop Spotlight: Expert Electric Motor Disassembly, Testing, and Cleaning
At Knower Network, we take pride in highlighting the motor shop services that keep industries running smoothly. With more than a century of experience, our electric motor repair shops are recognized for their precision, reliability, and adherence to industry...
When to Repair and When to Replace an Electric Motor
As we’ve discussed before, regular inspections and preventative maintenance are essential to keep your electric motors and production lines running. Once the motor fails, companies must decide whether to repair or replace it. Making the wrong choice could be the...
Why Baking Ovens are Important in Electric Motor Repair
Moisture and electric motors don’t mix well. That’s why motors sent in for repair will eventually go into a baking oven to ensure its components are dry, cured, and ready to run upon return. In this article, we will refer to baking ovens rather than...









