Motors and transformers are some of the most reliable pieces of equipment installed at power plants. However, inadequate maintenance can result in trouble. While regular testing and skilled evaluation ...

The operation of an electric motor is typically simple and reliable, making it possible to overlook during day-to-day maintenance practices. Having a checklist makes it easy to know exactly what to ...

Heat is the biggest enemy of the motors we depend on every day. When heat destroys a motor, lost revenue may far exceed the costs of replacement purchase and installation. A ruined batch or stopped ...

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has published a new standard: IEEE Std. 3004.8-2016, “Recommended Practice for Motor Protection in Industrial and Commercial Power Systems.

Electric gate motors are a convenient and secure way to control access to your property, but they require regular maintenance to function optimally. Neglecting maintenance can lead to malfunctions, ...

A growing number of manufacturers are saving time and money by testing, diagnosing and even repairing servo motors in-house. We look at the expanded role of encoder test systems and present one ...