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Examining the Benefits of ECMs

Contractors can now bring ECM performance to psc motor systems via retrofit projects

December 5, 2016

For consumers to make an educated buying decision, contractors must be able to thoroughly explain the potential features and benefits of a motor retrofit. These include energy savings, benefits from operating the fan continuously, reduced operating noise, and improved airflow control.

Motors and Drives: Brains to Match Their Brawn

When an HVAC system is ‘humming along,’ that smooth hum is often courtesy of a motor or drive

Ron Rajecki

December 5, 2016

A look at some of the latest motor and drive products now available on the market.

NEMA, CEMEP Agree on Systems Approach for New Motor Efficiency Standards

Motor community moves from isolated components to ‘extended product approach’ for greater energy savings

October 27, 2016

Members of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Motor and Generator Section and the European Committee of Manufacturers of Electrical Machines and Power Electronics (CEMEP) have revealed a new direction for global motor efficiency standards.

NEMA Revises Guide to Motors and Generators

Updates address inverter-fed polyphase motors, temperature rise testing, and tolerances

October 6, 2016

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced it has revised NEMA MG 1-2016 Motors and Generators. NEMA MG 1 assists users in the proper selection and application of motors and generators.

Tencarva Machinery Co. Acquires Dixie Pump & Machine Works

Also acquires portion of Predictive Maintenance Consultants

September 9, 2016

Tencarva Machinery Co. LLC has acquired Dixie Pump & Machine Works in Brookhaven, Mississippi, plus the assets of a portion of Predictive Maintenance Consultants in Brookhaven, from owners Reggie Allen and Collins Allen.

RS Components and ebm-papst Extend Distribution Partnership

RS will continue to suppy ebm-papst fans and motors

September 5, 2016

RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc, has renewed its agreement with ebm-papst to supply its high efficiency fans and motor products throughout the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions.

NovaTorque Inc.: ECPM Motor

September 5, 2016

This is a 600-RPM version of the PremiumPlus+^® Electronically Commutated Permanent Magnet Motor. It is available from 0.75-3 horsepower (hp), with 5- and 7.5-hp models planned for the future.

Greenheck Fan Corp.: Motor Control

June 13, 2016

This factory-mounted and wired variable-speed control is used for three-phase motors up to 10 horsepower.

Ice Breaker: Troubleshooting Fractional Horsepower PSC Fan Motors

Follow these five steps to determine the cause of an inoperative motor

Joe Marchese

June 6, 2016

Fractional horsepower permanent split capacitor (PSC) fan motors are one of the most popular single-phase motors used in our industry, and then they fail, technicians must be able to troubleshoot and replace them.

Motor Manufacturer Announces New Corporate Headquarters in Kansas City

Triples square footage to accommodate company’s growth

March 31, 2016

QM Power, maker of a new high-efficiency motor technology, announced it has moved its headquarters from Lee’s Summit to Kansas City, Missouri, to accommodate the company’s growth. QM Power’s new headquarters is more than triple the square footage of the company’s previous office space.