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August 14, 2020 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: generator
A Brief Overview of NEC Article 700 as it Pertains to Generators Emergency standby generators are “… those systems legally required and classed as emergency by a governmental agency having jurisdiction. These systems are intended to automatically supply illumination and/or […]
Read MoreAugust 13, 2020 Author: Josh Butcher Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor
Over the last decade, VFDs have become an increasingly popular method of energy conservation in relation to many motor driven applications. With these technological advancements come a new set of challenges that need to be addressed. Throughout this article we […]
Read MoreAugust 12, 2020 Author: Paul Sellers Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor
Installation day for your new motor is an exciting time! But are you prepared? Do you have the correct tools to do the appropriate testing? Will your motor fit where you want it to? Did you install the correct type […]
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August 5, 2020 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: generator
In the event of utility power failure, your transfer switch is one of the two most crucial pieces of equipment to make sure you get backup power to your home or business (The other is your generator). Your transfer switch […]
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August 4, 2020 Author: Daniel Kennedy Categories: VFDs Tags: vfd
Variable Frequency Drives have quickly become one of the most effective ways to conserve energy in many motor driven applications. They have a high upfront cost, but can save you a lot of money in the long run if they […]
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July 24, 2020 Author: Josh Butcher Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor, Motor Repair
In the event your motor fails and causes unscheduled downtime, you need to very quickly have an idea of whether you are about to repair or replace said motor. Cost, availability of parts, and the overall effects of downtime on […]
Read MoreJuly 24, 2020 Author: Jeremy Butcher Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor
Medium voltage motors (defined as motors over 1000V) need different protection measures than their lower voltage cousins. Proper motor protection and monitoring in conjunction with a good maintenance schedule will extend the life of your motor and driven application significantly; […]
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July 23, 2020 Author: Gary Lucero Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor
Most motor manufacturers design their motors under the assumption that the air density of the place they will be installed is at or near sea level. This can cause issues with unwanted temperature increase in your motor when it is […]
Read MoreJuly 17, 2020 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Electric Motors Tags: Electric Motor, motor
If you are wondering what the difference is between the many different types of motor enclosures on the market, you are not alone. This article is a brief summary of the ten most common types of enclosures and where you […]
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July 17, 2020 Author: Craig Hartman Categories: Power Quality Tags: harmoinc, Power Quality
If we think of today’s electrical power grid as a lake, and each source of customer power fed back to the utility as an inlet, we get a good idea of how harmonic pollution works. Each inlet can increase the […]
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