Recent Electric Motor & Hoist Repair Blog Posts
Are Your Electric Motors Properly Balanced?
Are Your Industrial Fans Properly Balanced? Rotating machines like electric motors have become essential for running most production and assembly lines. As a result, many plants and factories rely on predictive or preventive maintenance plans to reduce...
What’s the Difference Between Fixed- and Variable-Speed Motors?
Since electric motors are essential for running your business, the question of which is better, variable-speed vs. fixed-speed motors, comes up a lot. While these electric motors use similar components to convert electrical energy into motion, each type has been...
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...
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. ...
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...