Latest Electric motor Podcast Episodes
Do You Need an IEEE-841 Motor?
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - July 12, 2022 08:22 - 7 minutesSince the invention of the AC electric motor, motor manufacturers have been innovating to make the motor more resilient, more capable, and more energy efficient. Some industries have benefitted from these innovations more than others, especially where a standard efficiency motor just doesn’t quit...
Selecting the Right Controls for Your Electric Motor
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - February 28, 2022 10:52 - 6 minutesWhether you’ve already purchased an electric motor or are still in the planning stage, familiarizing yourself with the different electric motor controls can help you maximize the productivity and efficiency of your operation while extending the service life of your motor, electronics, and all the...
The Future of Supply Chain Management
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - January 14, 2022 07:53 - 7 minutesRegardless of industry, modern businesses are moving from an outdated linear supply chain model to a new paradigm that leverages technological tools to improve visibility, forecasting, and stock management. Let us introduce you to the key technologies and practices driving this shift and what the...
What You Need to Know About Gearbox Service Factor
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - December 20, 2021 09:03 - 6 minutesService factor plays a crucial role in a long-lasting, reliable gearbox. Service factor is a way to measure how well a gearbox or a gearbox motor will handle specific demands and operating conditions, depending on the application. Let's take a look at why the gearbox service factor is essential, ...
Electric Motor Safety
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - November 19, 2021 10:02 - 6 minutesMaintaining a safe work environment is paramount in industrial settings that involve high-voltage infrastructure and rapidly moving components. Proper electric motor safety is an essential step toward achieving trouble-free operation. Safety practices span across motor installation, everyday oper...
Selecting Electric Motors for Hazardous Locations
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - November 05, 2021 07:46 - 9 minutesElectric motors are often required at potentially explosive or flammable sites, such as chemical plants, coal mines, or petrochemical plants. Accidents could result in damage, injury, or loss of life. This makes it vitally important to select a motor that won't create an ignition source. Let’s ta...
How to Select Your Next Industrial Motor
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - October 29, 2021 11:14 - 7 minutesRegardless of the application, you and your team need to depend on your electric motor to operate consistently. Not all industrial applications are the same, but you can determine which motor will be best suited for your job by using this checklist. Consider these six factors when selecting your ...
Battle of the Brands: Leeson vs Baldor
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - October 05, 2021 09:54 - 5 minutesSo, you’ve input the ratings you need your new motor to meet, and your choices are down to two motors. Seemingly identical, the ratings on the product data sheet match your requirements precisely. The only difference? One motor is a Baldor motor, and the other a Leeson. How do you make your sele...
Gearboxes and Speed Reducers for Electric Motors
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - September 28, 2021 09:58 - 8 minutesTo choose the right gearbox for your electric motor drive application, it’s important to understand the fundamentals of gearboxes, the key differences between gear designs, and how to match a gearbox with your application's requirements. A gearbox is a gear train designed to modify the speed and ...
Talk to the Experts: Agriculture
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - September 03, 2021 13:48 - 8 minutesOur Business Development Manager, Cory, sat down for an interview on "Talk to the Experts" on 650CKOM - a Saskatchewan NewsTalk radio station. This podcast is a recording of the second half of the interview, providing an overview of eMotors Direct's offering to our Agriculture clients. The follo...
Talk to the Experts: Introduction to eMotors Direct
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - August 24, 2021 08:22 - 10 minutesOur Business Development Manager, Cory, sat down for an interview on "Talk to the Experts" on 650CKOM - a Saskatchewan NewsTalk radio station. This podcast is a recording of the first half of the interview, providing an introduction to eMotors Direct and what we do here. The following transcri...
Altitude Effects On Electric Motors
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - August 18, 2021 15:35 - 5 minutesAt high altitudes, the properties of air change in ways that directly impact the way electric motors must be operated to maximize service life and productivity. Because air is less dense at high altitude, its capacity to carry heat away from the motor and keep it cool is significantly reduced. Th...
Replacing HVAC Motors
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - August 11, 2021 11:19 - 5 minutesElectric motors do the physical work of moving air and driving compressors in HVAC systems, operating continuously for years, sometimes even decades, without regular maintenance. When equipment stops working, an HVAC technician must identify whether the motor has failed and often the motor is rep...
Troubleshooting HVAC Motors
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - August 11, 2021 11:19 - 5 minutesElectric motors do the physical work of moving air and driving compressors in HVAC systems, operating continuously for years, sometimes even decades, without regular maintenance. When equipment stops working, an HVAC technician must identify whether the motor has failed and often the motor is rep...
How To Replace Electric Motor Bearings
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - July 27, 2021 08:19 - 8 minutesThanks for listening! Visit our website to learn more about us - https://www.emotorsdirect.ca/ Electric motor bearings regularly experience high levels of stress when driving heavy loads. This makes them one of the most critical components you need to take care of to keep your motor running smoo...
Selecting, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting Your Gear Reducer
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - July 20, 2021 08:39 - 7 minutesA gear reducer, or gearbox, is one of the most significant purchases you will make when assembling an electric motor drive for your application. A reducer that meets your requirements and is well taken care of ensures a long and trouble-free service life and improves the performance, efficiency, ...
Canadian Agriculture and the Pandemic
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - July 14, 2021 08:36 - 10 minutesIn early spring of last year, as the news of the pandemic began to grow, so too did the fear of the unknown. As nationwide shutdowns began with businesses temporarily closing their doors, panic buying set in. Grocery store shelves containing perishables, meats, cleaning supplies, and more sat emp...
Introduction To The Variable Frequency Drive
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - July 01, 2021 00:13 - 5 minutesAC induction motors are used in many industrial applications as well as commercial and domestic products and appliances. Due to their design, the speed of these motors is determined by the frequency of the supply power, and the current determines the motor torque (turning force) in the motor, whi...
Farm Motor Safety
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - June 22, 2021 10:51 - 5 minutesFarm Duty motors operate near people and livestock, performing a variety of tasks in harsh conditions. Accidents that result in electric shock, damaged machinery, or fires can spell disaster for your farm's productivity and severely impact your livelihood. Fortunately, the large majority of elec...
Long Term Industrial Motor Storage
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - June 15, 2021 08:52 - 2 minutesCommonly, industrial and manufacturing plants require a backup inventory including motors and parts. A broken motor can mean missed deadlines, employee downtime, or spoiled product. These businesses depend on their motors to work so having a replacement motor on hand can help decrease costs in th...
Are Stainless Steel Motors Worth It?
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - June 08, 2021 14:57 - 4 minutesWith the advancements in industrial automation and control systems, many companies are making extensive use of motors in applications that are sensitive to contamination, including food manufacturing and pharmaceuticals. Strict hygiene requirements mean that motors are operating in an environment...
Replacing a Farm Duty Motor
Under the Enclosure with eMotors Direct - May 25, 2021 08:51 - 7 minutesFarms are among the harshest environments for electric motors to operate in, and even the most robust and most reliable motors will eventually wear out. By taking the time to understand why a motor fails, how to go about replacing a farm motor, and preventing future incidents, you will maximize t...
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