Motor Talk Monday – Energy Efficiency Explained
#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…
Motor Talk Monday – Why Won’t My Motor Start?
#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…
Motor Talk Monday – DC to AC Conversion
#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.…
Motor Talk Monday – Does a 110V Motor or a 220V Motor Use Less Energy?
#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…
Motor Talk Monday – Single-phasing
#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…
Motor Talk Monday – Information to Provide Your District Office
#MotorTalkMonday - information to provide to your district office Your local ABB District Office is one of your greatest assets when it comes to electric motor support! Whether you need…
Motor Talk Monday – Protecting Motors from Contamination
#MotorTalkMonday - protecting your motors from contaminationExternal conditions, including contamination from dirt, moisture, and other environmental factors, cause up to 19% of motor failures. So what can you do to…
Motor Talk Monday – Protecting Vertical Motors from Water Ingress
#MotorTalkMonday - protecting vertical motors from water ingressWhen it comes to vertically mounted motors operating outdoors, water ingress is a primary concern - especially when gravity works against us.Vertical Shaft…
Motor Talk Monday – Troubleshooting Your Electric Motor
#MotorTalkMonday - troubleshooting your electric motorIf your electric motor won't start, don't panic! Follow this step-by-step guide for troubleshooting your motor to see what could be causing the issue:1. Check…
Motor Talk Monday – Motor Maintenance
#MotorTalkMonday - motor maintenanceRegular preventative maintenance is an investment that helps avoid future motor failures. There are several things you can do to try to avoid costly downtime, including:• cleaning…