Motor Testing

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Five Minute Facts
  • 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.

Five Minute Facts
  • Motor Testing

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.

The Todd and Noah Podcast
  • Motor Testing

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.

Interviews
  • Motor Testing

Why In-Rush/Start-Up is my Favorite Test

Listen to subject matter expert Noah Bethel explain why In-Rush/Start Up is his favorite test to use in the world of Motor Testing. During this test, any weaknesses that exist in the electric motor will come to light.

The Todd and Noah Podcast
  • Motor Testing

The Air Gap- Todd and Noah Show

Today, we discuss the Air Gap in a motor. Air Gap issues occur during the offset of the rotor and stator, which is why it is so important to regularly inspect and rotate motors.

Two Minute Tips
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Motor Overload

Motor overloads occur when motors are drawing too much current. The main issue with excess current is that it creates heat which degrades the insulation surrounding the conductors that creates stator magnetic field.

Articles
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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 Todd and Noah Podcast
  • Motor Testing

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.

The Todd and Noah Podcast
  • Motor Testing

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.

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