Motor Testing
Fluting: Beyond the Motor
Before scrolling past what may appear to be another boring article about fluting, VFD’s, grounding brushes and ceramic bearings, I urge you to read on and join in the discussion.
- Matthew Knuth
- SPM Instrument
Motor Acceptance Testing
Motor acceptance testing is a critical part of many preventive maintenance programs and can be key to catching electrical problems before they cause considerable downtime.
- Bill Kruger
- ALL-TEST Pro
The Machine Train- Todd and Noah Show
Although not an actual fault zone, the machine train is considered an important peripheral that is attached to and affects the motor. Listen to this episode to hear Todd and Noah go into detail about the machine train.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Easy Motor Testing Procedures
Professionals in the industries of manufacturing, power generation and water rely on electric motors to complete their objectives. To remain efficient, it is essential that motor-based systems stay in peak operating condition.
The Rotor Fault Zone- Todd and Noah Show
In this episode, we discuss the tangible, moving part of the motor; the rotor. It is the rotating part of the asset which is very important in the success of the motor.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
The Stator Fault Zone- Todd and Noah Show
Today, we go through some case studies involving a very important fault zone: the Stator fault zone which is the stationary part of the motor.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Electrical Insulation Failure
Electrical Insulation is used to direct current through a desired path and prevent it from flowing where it is not desired. Proper electrical insulation is critical to an electric motor’s performance and longevity.
- Bill Kruger
- ALL-TEST Pro
The Damaging Effect Water Can Have on Your Motors
Moisture: good for plants, never good for electric motors.
- Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Insulation- Todd and Noah Show
In this episode, we talk about the Charlie Brown fault zone: Insulation. Back in the 1840's, one of the first forms of insulation which was developed to prevent electricity from getting to a person or ground, was glass.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
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