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What’s Your Preventative Electric Motor Maintenance Strategy?
If you’re like most other business owners, the electric motors that power your production, packaging, and shipping operations are the lifeblood of your business. Consequently, when they’re not working at peak performance, your bottom line takes a hit from the...
Leadership Profile: Rick Halsted
Rick Halsted, Director of SalesHi-Speed Industrial Service7030 Ryburn Dr., Millington, TN (901) 873-5300 Email: rhalsted@gohispeed.com Web: www.gohispeed.com “My role at Hi-Speed allows me to work closely with my team and our valued customers to keep them up and...
Choosing the Right Electric Motor: ABB Baldor-Reliance
Choosing the right electric motor for a specific commercial or industrial application can be challenging due to the vast array of sizes and options available in the marketplace. For example, will a general-purpose motor adequately serve your specific needs, or...
How to Choose the Right Jib Crane
Choosing the right overhead crane for your business can seem daunting due to the hundreds of sizes and configurations available. However, if you work with limited floor space or perform repetitive lifts, a jib crane might be your material handling solution. ...
Technical Profile: Adam Geron
Adam Geron, Director of Motor OperationsHi-Speed Industrial Service7030 Ryburn Dr., Millington, TN (901) 873-5300 Email: ageron@gohispeed.com, Web: www.gohispeed.com “Do what’s right by your people and your customers at all times.” ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES...
What Does Noise Tell You About Your Electric Motor?
Electric induction motors can power your business in many ways, from small fans to massive cranes. Regardless of size, most electric motors utilize the same essential components. Housing – which protects the internal parts listed below Stator – an electromagnetic...
When to Repair and When to Replace an Electric Motor
As we’ve discussed before, regular inspections and preventative maintenance are essential to keep your electric motors and production lines running. Once the motor fails, companies must decide whether to repair or replace it. Making the wrong choice could be the...
What is an Induction Motor?
Did you know that today’s induction motors were first patented by Nicola Tesla in 1887? Over the last 130+ years, they have become integral to our everyday lives. For example, you’ll find a small induction motor powering most pumps, food service equipment, and even...
Electric Motor Storage Checklist
While it’s never a good time for an electric motor to fail, there are several steps you can take to minimize the downtime and potential loss of revenue. The first is following the manufacturer’s regular maintenance and inspection recommendations to maximize the...
The Essential Guide to Getting Your Electric Motors Serviced and Repaired
Electric motors are essential to almost every industrial business. When a motor goes down, you must have the repairs done correctly and as soon as possible to minimize the financial impact on your business. This leaves owners and managers with two service or repair...
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The Hi-Speed Reliability Symposium brings together industry leaders from @kitocrosby, @CMCOLive, @MagnetekInc, Janus Automation, Skyler, @A2H_design, & @_unique_group.
4/28: Starkville, 4/29: Memphis, 4/30: Little Rock, 8 AM – 3 PM. FREE through 3/25
Choosing between fixed and variable speed motors? Fixed speed offers simplicity and lower upfront cost, while variable speed provides greater efficiency and control. Read our guide.
Uptime isn’t just about redundancy — it takes proactive maintenance and a system-wide approach. Motors, pumps, drives, controls and monitoring all work together. Reliability isn’t assumed. It’s engineered.