Motor Talk Monday – Understanding Food Zones

https://youtu.be/UKYoPF6J_uA?si=wzbGbQcjqsCoZt8F #MotorTalkMonday - understanding food zones The National Sanitation Foundation, or NSF, is an organization that is dedicated to protecting and improving global human health. They have developed a system…
Motor Talk Monday – Reading a NEMA Nameplate

Motor Talk Monday – Reading a NEMA Nameplate

This week's #MotorTalkMonday - Reading a NEMA nameplate Understanding the information on your ABB motor's nameplate is crucial for optimal performance and longevity, and for getting replacements or parts when…
Motor Talk Monday – Divisions vs. ATEX Zones

Motor Talk Monday – Divisions vs. ATEX Zones

#MotorTalkMonday - What is the difference between UL Divisions and ATEX Zones?If you'll remember from a couple weeks ago, we discussed the differences between UL Division 1 and Division 2,…
Motor Talk Monday – DOE Regulations and Motors

Motor Talk Monday – DOE Regulations and Motors

#MotorTalkMonday - how do the DOE regulations influence the production of electric motors?The U.S. DOE regulations play a pivotal role in shaping the production of electric motors by setting minimum…
Motor Talk Monday: Division 1 vs. Division 2

Motor Talk Monday: Division 1 vs. Division 2

#MotorTalkMonday - Division 1 vs. Division 2We often hear Div 1 and Div 2 when discussing motors, but what exactly do those classifications mean, and how do you know which…
Motor Talk Monday: IP Code Explained

Motor Talk Monday: IP Code Explained

#MotorTalkMonday - what is an IP rating or code?The Ingress Protection (IP) ratings, developed by the IEC, help measure how well electric and electronic devices resist dust and liquids. These…
Motor Talk Monday: What’s New for the IEEE 841-2021 Standard?

Motor Talk Monday: What’s New for the IEEE 841-2021 Standard?

#MotorTalkMonday - What’s new for the IEEE 841-2021 standard?The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) developed the IEEE 841 motor standard in 1986 for the petroleum and chemical industries to improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of severe…
Motor Talk Monday: Motor Voltage and 208V

Motor Talk Monday: Motor Voltage and 208V

#MotorTalkMonday - Motor Voltage and 208V exceptionAll ABB/Baldor motors are designed to run at +/- 10% of the voltage listed on the main voltage line of a motor nameplateFor example:460V…
Motor Talk Monday: NEMA vs. IEC

Motor Talk Monday: NEMA vs. IEC

This week's #MotorTalkMonday topic - the differences between NEMA and IEC.Here in the USA, we’re more familiar with NEMA, but that doesn’t mean we should fear IEC.Fundamental operation is the…