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Eliminating Electric Motor Downtime: Proactive Strategies for Reliable Operations
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...
Key NFPA Standards for Generator Compliance: Essential Guide for Energy Management
Critical NFPA Codes and Best Practices for Generator Installation and Operation Introduction Ensuring reliable and safe standby generator installations is crucial for any facility, particularly those with critical energy needs. The National Fire Protection Association...
Standby Generator Maintenance: Best Practices for Reliable Backup Power
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...
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,...
Recommended Vibration Analysis Tools and Technology for Predictive Maintenance
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...
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...
Motor Vibration Basics: Causes, Effects, and Prevention
Motor vibration is one of the most common issues that can shorten the lifespan of your equipment, increase operational costs, and lead to unexpected downtime. If not addressed quickly, even minor vibration problems can escalate into serious motor failures and safety...
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...