High-voltage capacity equipment like transformers can be hazardous if not handled with care. This is why it is essential to always follow proper safety procedures during the installation, normal operation,…
5 Common Transformer Faults And How To Diagnose Them
Transformers are high-voltage capacity equipment that facilitates the transmission and distribution of electrical power. Its primary purpose is to step down voltage levels in a given power system. But despite…
3-Phase Motor Rewinding: The 3 Steps To Restore Performance
The stator windings of a 3-phase AC motor will need to be rewound several times during its entire service life, and the timing to do so varies according to the…
Boosting Energy Efficiency: The Impact of Motor Rewinding
Electric motors play an essential role in many industries, and their efficiency can significantly impact operating costs. Over time, electric motors may suffer from wear and tear, leading to reduced…
Why And How You Should Determine Transformer Criticality
Upgrading a current maintenance plan into a reliability-focused maintenance program starts with diagnosing transformer criticality. The analysis allows organisations to develop a more customised plan that generates better cost savings…
5 Key Procedures To Include In Motor Preventive Maintenance
There are many reasons why electric motors need preventive maintenance, as it is a vital part of improving an electric motor’s overall functionality and, most importantly, its effective lifespan. When…
3 Reasons To Use Thermal Imaging In Generator Maintenance
Generators are no different to any other piece of machinery in that they output heat during normal operation. This is normal within certain limits and is to be expected. Still,…
Motor Longevity: How Condition Monitoring And Alignment Help
Misalignment occurs when the driver and driven equipment shaft’s centre lines are not in a straight line or collinear with one another. Misaligned machines can lead to all sorts of…
An Overview Of The Main Ways To Actuate Medium-Voltage Motors
In our modern world economy, one of the many indispensable components that every industry relies on is the AC induction electric motor. This ever-present innovation helps boost productivity and efficiency…
Motor Bearings: Why They Fail And How To Extend Their Life
Electrical motors are the cornerstone of many industrial processes today, converting electric energy into the mechanical energy necessary to operate many critical equipments, from pumps to engines and more. With…