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...
Medium voltage motors—those operating above 1000V—require more advanced protection than their lower voltage counterparts. Implementing proper protection measures, along with a strong maintenance program, can significantly extend the life of your motor and its driven...
In addition to remote sensor monitoring and energy-saving measures, a major trend in the electric motor and rotating equipment industry is the sale and consolidation of major motor manufacturers. These mergers often bolster the larger name brand’s offerings, but can...
Most motors are designed with the assumption that they will be operating in air conditions similar to those found at sea level. When motors are installed at higher altitudes, where air density is lower, this assumption can lead to challenges, particularly with...