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  • What Is a Brake Motor? Electric Motor Braking & Electromagnetic Brakes

    Learn how brake motors work, why electric motor braking is essential, and the role of electromagnetic motor brakes in safety, holding torque, and load control.

    By Jill Wallace

  • Electric Motor Modifications That Beat Custom Build Lead Times

    Avoid costly downtime with fast, CSA-certified motor modifications. From flange installs and F2 conversions to bearing upgrades, shaft protection, and temperature sensing devices, eMotors Direct delivers reliable solutions in days—not weeks.

    By Jill Wallace

  • Can Electric Motors Be Mounted Vertically?

    Yes, electric motors can be mounted vertically, but only with the right motor modifications. From feet removal to motor drip covers, eMotors Direct delivers fast, cost-effective solutions in Canada.

    By Jill Wallace

  • Custom Motor Shafts & Shaft Modifications in Canada

    Need a custom motor shaft in Canada? eMotors Direct offers fast, precise motor shaft modifications, including TS shafts, keyless shafts, full shaft replacements, and stub shafts for encoders. Get the exact fit for your application. No long wait, reliable service, and cost-effective solutions.

    By Jill Wallace

  • What is Electric Motor Turndown Ratio?

    Electric motors are rated for a specific base speed, and if you need your operation to run slower than that, you'll need to consider turndown ratio.

    By Chris Beaton

  • Plant Maintenance Practices and Outsourcing

    One of the key ways to keep your plant running smoothly and reduce downtime is to put some preventive and/or predictive maintenance processes in place. We go over the difference and talk about outsourcing in this article.

    By Cory Soetaert

  • Pairing Your AC Induction Motor with a VFD

    Running your AC Induction motor with a VFD gives you precise speed control, but there a few things to look out for. Avoid downtime and increase your cost savings with these motor and VFD pairing tips.

    By Chris Beaton

  • Glossary - Motor Related Terms and Definitions

    A glossary of electric motor terms from absorption current to pinfire sparking to yield strength and everything in between.

    By Chris Beaton

  • Quick Guide: Repair or Replace a Motor?

    A schematic from EASA, follow the flow to find out if you're electric motor is repairable or if it's time for a replacement.

    By Cory Soetaert

  • 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.

    By EASA

Latest

  • ABB NEMA Motors in Canada | Authorized Distributor

    By Jill Wallace · March 2, 2026

  • What Happened to Siemens Low Voltage NEMA Motors?

    By Jill Wallace · February 18, 2026

  • WEG CFW500 Accessories Guide | I/O, Communication, Remote Keypads

    By Jill Wallace · January 14, 2026

  • TECO Westinghouse A510 VFD Setup | 4 Easy Steps (+Video)

    By Jill Wallace · December 16, 2025

  • WEG CFW500 VFD | Features, Expansions & Install Guide

    By Jill Wallace · December 15, 2025

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