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Talk to the Experts
Saturday, August 22nd, eMotors Direct’s first radio interview aired on 650 CKOM Saskatchewan Newstalk Radio. Listen to the episodes here.
How Does an AC Motor Work
How exactly does an AC motor work? Check out this article for the basics on AC motors, including what each part does and how they work together.
What is the Difference Between IEC and NEMA Frame Size? (With Video)
Why does frame size matter? How do you determine your motor’s frame size? Learn more here and view a sizing chart for NEMA motor frame sizes.
Guest Blog with Edmonton Chamber of Commerce
A deep dive into the Tech industry of Edmonton, AB. We explore Tech during the pandemic and beyond. Read more now.
Power Consumption of a 3-Phase vs a Single-Phase Motor
Though single-phase and 3-phase power supplies have their pros and cons, they have different applications. Read this article to learn more.
A Hard-Hitting Pandemic and the Canadian Food Supply Chain
COVID19 has changed the way we work. It exposed faults and forced us to learn how to do better in many ways. Read the full article!
Canadian Agriculture and the Pandemic
The Canadian agriculture industry has proven its resilience once again. Learn how the pandemic has affected the Canadian agriculture industry. Read more!
What You Need to Know About Manufacturer Warranty
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.
Formulas and Conversion Factors
Formulas and conversion factors for electric motors. AC and DC currents. Formulas for resistance, inductance, and capacitance. Temperature corrections. Formulas for circles. Formulas for sine waves.
Definitions for Hazardous Locations in North America
In North America, industrial hazardous locations have traditionally been defined by a combination of classes and divisions. Read on for details on the class ratings and divisions.
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