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  • How to Grease Your Electric Motor Bearings

    Step by step guide to grease your electric motor bearings, how to select the right grease, and how often to grease your bearings.

    By Chris Beaton

  • RTDs & Motor Thermistors Explained: Prevent Motor Downtime

    Learn the difference between motor thermostats, thermistors, and RTDs. Discover how these temperature sensing devices prevent overheating, extend motor life, and reduce unplanned downtime in industrial applications.

    By Jill Wallace

  • Baldor IEEE 841 Motor Product Review (With Video)

    Whether you’re in chemical processing, mining, oil & gas, or food processing, Baldor IEEE 841 motors are built to keep your plant running smoothly and safely—day in and day out.

    By Jill Wallace

  • How To Replace Electric Motor Bearings

    What to consider when it's time to replace your electric motor bearings and a step by step guide on how to do it.

    By Cory Soetaert

  • How and Why to Avoid Using Counterfeit Bearings

    Using counterfeit bearings can lead to premature failure of multiple electric motor components from issues like excessive vibration and overheating.

    By Cory Soetaert

  • Synthetic Lubricants for Use in Rolling Element Bearings

    Roller element bearings have started to use grease lubrication, displaying the specifications of the lubricant on the nameplate. Read on to find out why you should use the correct synthetic grease when called upon.

    By Chris Beaton

  • Why Do VFDs Cause Bearing Damage?

    VFDs create shaft currents that can lead to motor bearing fluting. A damaged bearing impacts the efficiency of the motor and can eventually lead to failure.

    By Cory Soetaert

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