Taking the time to properly understand your equipment's limitations and your intended application's requirements will help you operate your electric motor within the warranty's scope and avoid common user errors that could void your coverage.
Most, if not all, electric motor manufacturers do not provide a warranty if the product has been damaged due to overload. That is why you must understand what can cause motor overload, learn how to recognize it, and understand your intended application so you can avoid damage to your costly assets.
A deep dive into maintenance to give you a better understanding of the tests used to monitor your electric motor and related components. Using the findings of these tests you’ll be able to put a maintenance plan in place that will keep your motor running in tip top shape, saving you time and money.
Extreme weather changes don't have to cause you headaches and interrupt your electric motor operation. With the right preventative measures and routine maintenance, you'll be able to keep your motors running reliably in all weather conditions.
Motor failures happen, but getting ahead of your preventive and predictive maintenance tasks can help you catch failures before they happen, reducing downtime and saving you money. Planning for the holiday season can ensure that your electric motors are running smoothly.
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and Underwriters Laboratories, Inc have created a chart describing the different types of motor enclosures, with how each motor will deal with each respective environment.
Two types of source power are sued to run electric motors. You'll find regular household power and the type of power that you'll find coming directly off of the grid. Different motors have been developed to run on both types of power. Click through to read more.
Prioritizing personnel safety by developing and adhering to strict electric motor safety procedures helps ensure that operators and technicians carry out their jobs in a smooth and effective manner, maximizing productivity and reducing the impact of maintenance schedules on your business.
By understanding the NEMA and IP ratings and the key electric motor enclosure designs on the market today, you’ll have a better understanding of how to choose an enclosure for your application that ensures a long and trouble-free service life for your motor.
The effects of altitude on electric motors can result in heat-stressed motors and damaged electronics unless careful planning is carried out at the design stage. By choosing the right motor and controls for your high-altitude application, you can save money and reduce the total cost of ownership.
Farms are among the harshest environments for electric motors to operate in, even the toughest motors will wear out. By understanding why a motor fails, how to replace a farm motor, and preventing future incidents, you will maximize the reliability and minimize downtime.
Cold winter climates create a range of electric motors issues. With a clear understanding of these issues and how they arise, along with the right preparation and maintenance, risks can be minimized or avoided altogether to maintain productivity throughout the cold season.
