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Motors & Drives January 13, 2017

How does motor current analysis help motors?

Motor current analysis provides information on existing issues such as loose connections, burned windings, and grounded windings.

By David Manney, L&S Electric
Motors & Drives January 12, 2017

Importance of motor winding analysis in a facility

Motor faults and failure can cause disruptions to business operations and lead to loss of productivity and reduced profits.

By David Manney, L&S Electric
Motors & Drives December 13, 2016

Why online motor testing is a great PdM tool

Although offline or static testing is an important part of a routine maintenance program, dynamic testing of motors can be done more frequently and, in many cases, with greater benefit.

By David Manney, L&S Electric
System Integration December 5, 2016

VFD efficiency: Three best practices

The use of VFDs has many benefits including improved process control, energy savings, higher reliability and reduced wear and tear.

By Gary Jacott, Motion Industries
System Integration December 2, 2016

Considerations for using VFDs with standard motors

End users desire speed and/or torque control procure and install VFDs to modify existing applications where a standard-induction motor is in place. There are a few areas of concern involving misapplication of a standard induction motor.

By Mike Howell, EASA Technical Support Specialist
System Integration October 19, 2016

VFDs offer cost-effective benefits for plants

Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are designed to reduce energy usage by controlling the speed of the motor and can offer cost-effective benefits for plants.

By David Manney, L&S Electric
System Integration October 7, 2016

Prevent shaft current from causing motor damage

Awareness and testing for potential shaft current on motors can help companies experience fewer problems with downtime and equipment failure.

By David Manney, L&S Electric
System Integration October 2, 2015

Using medium-voltage VFDs for better pump process control

How product innovations are revolutionizing pump monitoring and process control management.

By Rob Lax