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...
Essential Generator Maintenance Tips for Reliable Backup Power Why Standby Generator Maintenance Matters In today’s business environment, reliable backup power is essential for minimizing downtime and protecting critical operations. Standby generators offer peace of...
Strange noises in a car usually mean it’s time for a mechanic—waiting until it breaks down only leads to higher repair costs and longer downtime. The same principle applies to industrial equipment and electric motors. At the first sign of vibration issues, you should...
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...
Protect Your Engine, Maximize Efficiency, and Reduce Emissions Wet stacking is a common but avoidable issue in diesel generator systems. When a diesel engine runs below its optimal temperature for extended periods—especially under light loads—unburned fuel and carbon...
In theory, Predictive maintenance is the best option for every industrial facility. Monitoring in-service equipment allows you to forecast when repairs will be needed rather than waiting for a failure to occur before intervening (run-to-failure approach) or performing...
Understanding Diesel Fuel Stability and Testing In 2007, the EPA set a strict limit of 15 ppm on sulfur content in diesel fuel. While this regulation has significantly reduced emissions, it has also increased the risk of fuel instability and microbial growth over...
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...
The days of tearing a machine apart to remedy an unknown problem are all but gone thanks to the use and accuracy of noninvasive testing and maintenance techniques. Luckily for the human body, noninvasive testing also makes diagnosing illnesses less painful and...
Understanding Harmonics and How to Address Them Imagine the modern electrical grid as a lake, with every customer's power source acting as an inlet. A few small sources of pollution can be absorbed by the lake's ecosystem. But when pollution from multiple sources...