Electric Motor Repair Blog
Electromechanical Equipment for Data Centers: Why the Right Partner Is Most Important
Data centers are built on precision, discipline, and continuous operation. Every process is designed around availability. Every decision is measured against risk. Every failure is treated as a system-level event. Yet many facilities still rely on service providers...
2026 Reliability Symposium: Focused Overhead Lifting & Electromechanical Equipment
Hi-Speed Industrial Service is excited to host the 2026 Reliability Symposium, a full-day, expert-led event designed for maintenance managers, maintenance planners, reliability professionals, and engineering leaders. This educational symposium will focus on improving...
Engineering Reliability in Data Centers: Why Motors, Drives, Controls, and Monitoring Must Be Treated as One System
Data centers are designed around a single, unforgiving requirement: uptime. While much attention is placed on IT hardware, power distribution, and redundancy architecture, the reliability of a data center is just as dependent on its electromechanical backbone—the...
Hi-Speed’s Favorite Electric Motor Blogs of 2025
This new year represents a significant milestone for the Hi-Speed team: 80 years of doing whatever it takes to keep you up and running. During this time, Hi-Speed has dramatically expanded its maintenance and repair services, making us your go-to expert for everything...
Understanding Common Failures in DC Motors
While AC and DC motors convert electrical energy into mechanical energy to power your equipment, they operate on different principles and use different internal components. While both motors have a stator, rotor, and shaft, DC motors require a commutator and brushes...
Motor Rewind Basics – Why Repair vs. Replace?
As part of our commitment to keeping you up and running, we’re pleased to provide you with the necessary information on electric motors to minimize downtime and unexpected repairs. When a motor does fail, companies have two choices: either repair or replace the motor....
Hi-Speed Industrial Service Earns Re-Approval of EASA Accreditation
With locations in Millington, TN and Little Rock, AR, Hi-Speed Industrial Service has been re-approved through a third-party audit as an EASA (Electrical Apparatus Service Association, Inc.) Accredited Service Center. Hi-Speed Industrial Service has demonstrated that...
The Benefits of Ultrasound Testing for Your Electric Motors
A robust predictive maintenance plan is essential to the longevity of your electric motors. Regular inspections and testing can identify potential issues before they become a problem, leading to unexpected downtime. As part of our commitment to keep you up and...
Choosing the Right Electric Motor: WorldWide Electric Corporation
Choosing the right electric motor for your commercial or industrial application can be challenging due to the vast array of sizes and options available today. Choosing the best electric motor depends largely on your specific business or application. For...
What’s the Difference Between a Variable Speed Drive (VSD) and a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)?
Electric motors are essential to millions of companies across various industries, including transportation, manufacturing, agriculture, and construction. For the business owner, purchasing electric motors typically represents a substantial investment in improved...