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April 9, 2021 Author: Jeremy Butcher Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor
Is Your Motor Showing Early Warning Signs? Have you noticed any of the following concerning behaviors happening with your motor? Excessive vibration, unusual or excessive noise, areas of burnt paint, dirty housing openings, smell of burning, signs of corrosion, signs […]
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April 2, 2021 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
Loss of Generator Production? Generators are large, intricate, power generating machines that we heavily rely on to keep the world running when a loss of utility power occurs. But what do we do if our generator stops producing that power? […]
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March 25, 2021 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
Noticing Issues With Your Generator? Have you noticed lights flickering, or varying machine speeds (sudden shifts between fast and slow) when you’re running on backup power? This phenomenon is referred to as surging. Power surging caused by your generator is […]
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March 18, 2021 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
The Necessity of Generators We find ourselves living in a technology reliant world, and with all that technology comes an increasing need for constant electricity. Inevitably, when you find yourself without power for a few hours, your food can spoil, […]
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March 10, 2021 Author: Gary Lucero Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor
Vibration Analysis, Painting, & Certification: An In-Depth Look In our last motor shop spotlight we discussed how our motor shop handles the dynamic balancing, reassembly, and final testing of your motor to ensure it is returned back to you in […]
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March 3, 2021 Author: Josh Butcher Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor
Balancing, Reassembly, & Testing: An In-Depth Look In our last motor spotlight we discussed the mechanical inspection, machining, and rewinding procedures that our motor shop follows. This week we will highlight our shop’s processes for balancing, reassembling, and testing your […]
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February 18, 2021 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor
Do I Need to Replace My Motor? Is your motor starting to show signs of decreased efficiency? Have you looked at purchasing a new motor and been shocked at the cost? Maybe you should consider having your old motor rewound […]
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February 4, 2021 Author: John Guldner Categories: VFDs Tags: VFD
VFDs: The Game Changer Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are energy saving devices that came into popularity in the late 1970’s. VFDs intercept incoming electricity from the utility and modify it using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) to meet, but not exceed, […]
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January 27, 2021 Author: John Guldner Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor
What is EASA? The Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) is an international trade organization of more than 1,800 electromechanical sales and service firms in nearly 70 countries. EASA also “provides engineering consulting services to members and works with manufacturers, industry […]
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January 21, 2021 Author: John Guldner Categories: Electrical Safety Tags: Electrical Safety
What is Lockout/Tagout? Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a “specific practice and procedure to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities. This requires that a designated […]
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