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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 or Rewind it? 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 […]
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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: Yin Tang 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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January 8, 2021 Author: Yin Tang Categories: VFDs Tags: VFD
The Origin of VFDs Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are carefully designed energy saving devices that can pack a big punch, both in terms of conservation of energy and conservation of funds. These devices came into popularity during the 1970s when […]
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December 29, 2020 Author: Conrad Petersen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
When to know it is time to replace your Standby Generator As with any piece of mechanical equipment, standby generators are subject to wear, tear, and breakdown. But if after a few decades your generator isn’t having outward or obvious […]
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December 14, 2020 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
What UL Standards apply to Standby Generators? Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is the agency in which most industries have entrusted the creation of safety and efficacy standards for everyday equipment. Their mission is: “To promote safe, secure and sustainable living and […]
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December 7, 2020 Author: Damien Olsen Categories: Generators Tags: Generator
Key NFPA standards that affect your generator The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) is an independent standards organization whose mission it is to reduce fire risks in everyday life. The NFPA develops their standards using the ANSI process and are […]
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November 30, 2020 Author: Luke Lancaster Categories: Electric Motors VFDs Tags: Electric Motor, VFD
Four ways your VFD can ruin your motor As a working professional with a background in both electric motor repair and VFD system manufacturing, I have noticed a trend that boosts my motor repair business at the avoidable expense of […]
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