#MotorTalkMonday - NEMA rotor bar designs Let’s talk NEMA rotor bar designs (Class A, B, C, and D) and how they impact motor performance. Each rotor design offers unique characteristics…

#MotorTalkMonday - causes of motor vibration Nobody wants to see their electric motor vibrating or making a strange noise, but sometimes it happens. Below we will explore some of the…

We get this question a lot: “How do I store a motor long-term without risking damage?” Here are some practical tips to help protect your investment.

#MotorTalkMonday - extending the life of your bearingsDid you know nearly 70% of industrial electricity is used by motors—and a significant portion of that is wasted due to inefficiencies? Using…

#MotorTalkMonday - motor efficiency explainedWe hear a lot about motor efficiency, but what exactly does that mean, and how is it calculated? To put it simply, motor efficiency is a…

#MotorTalkMonday - why won't my motor start? There’s nothing more frustrating than a motor that won’t start when you need it to. So, what could be causing the issue? And…

#MotorTalkMonday - direct on-line vs. variable frequency drive When it comes to controlling motors, direct on-line starters and variable frequency drives are two of the most common approaches. Below, we…

#MotorTalkMonday - DC to AC conversion When looking to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs on a DC motor, replacing it with an AC motor is often the best solution.…

#MotorTalkMonday - does a 110V motor or a 220V motor use less energy? There was a topic in the June issue of Electrical Apparatus that addressed the common question of…

#MotorTalkMonday - single-phasingDid you know that single-phasing is responsible for up to 14% of motor failures? This occurs when one phase of a three-phase motor loses power, causing the other…