If you’re like most other business owners, the electric motors that power your production, packaging, and shipping operations are the lifeblood of your business. Consequently, when they’re not working at peak performance, your bottom line takes a hit from the...
When you send an electric motor out for repair, what information is provided? Does your vendor send a formal, written quotation showing all the items that need repair before they start working or do you just get a repaired motor back without any documentation or...
Since electric motors are essential for running your business, the question of which is better, variable-speed vs. fixed-speed motors, comes up a lot. While these electric motors use similar components to convert electrical energy into motion, each type has been...
Are You Ready for Your New Motor Install? Installing a new motor is an exciting step, but proper preparation is key to ensuring a smooth and successful startup. From ensuring the right fit to having the necessary tools on hand, a well-prepared installation can save...
Essential Maintenance Schedule for Your Transfer Switch Your transfer switch is one of the two most critical components that ensure backup power reaches your home or business during a utility power failure (the other being your generator). However, transfer switches...
Finding out what went wrong when your electric motor fails can help get you back online sooner rather than later. Unfortunately, determining the cause can be challenging without access to the proper testing tools and standards. So, to help you assemble your electric...
Electric motors are essential for countless companies across hundreds of different industries. While production shutdowns for routine maintenance can be scheduled to minimize downtime and lost productivity, unexpected electric motor repairs or replacements can bring...
How to Decide Whether to Repair or Replace Your Electric Motor When a motor fails unexpectedly, causing downtime, it’s crucial to quickly assess whether repair or replacement is the best course of action. Several factors, such as cost, part availability, and the...
You are the maintenance manager for an industrial facility. Keeping the plant running and making sure there are adequate spares on hand for critical equipment is your job. If your cell phone rang at 1 a.m. with a call from the plant letting you know an important piece...
It’s no secret that regular maintenance can prolong the lifespan of any electric motor. But when it’s time for repairs, many still believe that rewinding an electric motor will decrease efficiency between 1% and 5%. The basis for this misconception can be traced to...