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Thomas H. Bishop, PE

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Gears and Bearings April 1, 2006

Repair or replace? Make the right decision on motors

Motor failure is never a good thing, and it always occurs at the worst possible time. If there's a bright side, it's the chance to evaluate your repair and replacement options and "get it right" for the long pull. To make the best of this opportunity, you need to be aware of the available repair options and follow a logical process for making motor repair vs. replacement decision.

By Thomas H. Bishop, PE