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How to Justify that Motor Upgrade Request

An energy-efficient motor can run even more efficiently if you use these tests to detect waste.read more

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Avoid Energy Waste by Using the Correct Gear Oil

Use the right oil in the right amount, so that motors will run more efficiently.read more

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Electrical Troubleshooting Quiz - February 21, 2017

A critical production line has had dozens of stoppages over the past 12 months.read more

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NEMA Publishes Energy Management Guide for Polyphase Induction Motors

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association has released a new energy management guide for polyphase induction motors.read more

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Tip of the Week: Are Your Motors Getting Hit by Transients?

A power monitor can provide the data to determine when a transient event occurred and how long it lasted.read more

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Does that motor circuit have power?

Methodically checking possible problem areas will help you troubleshoot motor malfunctions.read more

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How do you reverse motor direction?

Using a rotation tester when installing a motor saves time and helps prevent problems if the motor is running in reverse.read more

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Tip of the Week: Starting Motors Under Load, or Not

Before trying to start a motor under load, you should verify that it can be done.read more

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Motor Nameplate Current vs. NEC Full Load Current Values

When sizing circuit breakers, fuses, and conductors for a general AC motor branch circuit, National Electrical Code (NEC) Sec. 430.6(A)(1) stipulates that the currents indicated in the current tables...

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Electrical Troubleshooting Quiz - June 6, 2017

The drive motor of a critical process mixing vat has blown its overloads multiple times in the past few weeksread more

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