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10 Reasons Why Motor Bearings Fail

September 8, 2020

Topic: motor repair motor failure motor bearings motor

Motor bearings are an essential working of your electric motor. If you experience sudden motor failure, there's a good chance that the root cause may be a bearing failure. Here are some of the more common reasons behind what causes motor bearing damage and ultimately motor failure:

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6 Tips For Properly Storing Your Electric Motors

July 20, 2020

Topic: industrial motor motor maintenance motor

Priority should always be given to proper storage of your spare electric motors. Ideally, you will employ a warehouse management system that excels at maintenance and upkeep of electric motors to ensure reliability. Whether sitting on a shelf or palletized, stored equipment is invested capital. Protecting these assets is a measure of good stewardship which ensures their continued use and protects your company's bottom line. Consider the following tips to make the most of inactive motors while in storage.

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Why You Should be Using a Three Phase Induction Motor with Your AC Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

June 1, 2020

Topic: motor VFD

A variable frequency drive (VFD) is a type of adjustable-speed drive used to control electric motors driven by an alternating current (AC). The two basic types of AC motors used in industries are synchronous and induction. There are several reasons why you should be using a three-phase induction motor with your VFD.

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Signs of High Bearing Temperatures and Actions to Take to Keep Your Motor Safe

April 6, 2020

Topic: motors sarasota industrial motor repair expert on motor and controls motor and control expert expert on motors and controls motor repair motor and control expert sarasota motor failure motor safety industrial motor motor maintenance motor bearings motor

A properly functioning motor is essential, not just to production, but also to the safety of operatives and other staff. When motor failure is imminent, it is often preceded by high bearing temperatures. Understanding and monitoring temperature conditions not only saves time and money in the long term, but also simplifies motor repair.

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What are the Differences Between Vertical Hollow Shaft (VHS) Pump Motors vs. Vertical Solid Shaft (VSS)?

October 3, 2019

Topic: motors sarasota expert on motor and controls motor and control expert expert on motors and controls motor and control expert sarasota motor pump motors

The pumping industry was revolutionized with the creation of the vertical pump motor in the early 1920’s. This allowed for electric motors to be attached to the top of a pump, and the impacts were impressive. The installation process was simplified, and because it required fewer parts, was then less expensive. The efficiency of the pump motors increased by 30%, and because vertical pump motors are purpose specific, they are more durable and reliable than their horizontal counterparts. Vertical pump motors are generally classified by their shaft type, either hollow or solid.

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Things to Consider when Hauling Portable Generators

July 25, 2019

Topic: SCADA motor Generators VFDs

A portable generator allows you to have power when and where you need it. However, you must follow a few basic rules when transporting your generator from one location to another. Before moving your equipment, check out this advice.

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Tips on How to Properly Size a Servo Motor

July 18, 2019

Topic: SCADA motor VFDs

Servo motors are compact and efficient motors used in a number of industrial applications that require precise position control, such as robotics, conveyor belts, and automatic door openers. Servos are standalone electric motors that push and rotate parts in machines for which a specific task and position is required. Because a servo motor provides great efficiency and power in a relatively small package, you might find it challenging to size one properly.


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How to Read a Centrifugal Pump Curve: The Basics

July 12, 2019

Topic: SCADA motor VFDs

When you need to choose a centrifugal pump, your selection process can become slightly more complicated by the array of centrifugal pump styles that are on the market. But one of the most important tools for making this selection is a pump curve, also known as a pump performance curve. Learning how to read a pump curve is essential in making the right choice for an HVAC or water system pump in an industrial building.


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The Advantages of UL 508A Certification: Industrial Control Panels at Mader Electric

July 5, 2019

Topic: SCADA motor VFDs

Operating anything with an official certification provides a level of trust and confidence from everybody involved. There are many other advantages to obtaining UL 508A Certification, as well.


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