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Motors are a major component of most mechanical systems. Keeping equipment properly maintained can improve the efficiency of your equipment and save you from expensive downtime. The following recommendations can help prolong the longevity of your equipment and provide you with some energy-saving opportunities.

Improve and maintain motor efficiency by keeping motors clean, dry, friction and vibration-free.

Clean and lubricate motors, according to the manufacturer's recommendations, to properly maintain and prolong the life of your equipment.

Check bearings for wear and inspect belts to ensure they are in good condition and have the proper tension.

Ensure that the correct amount of power is supplied to run the motor so that it is not having to work harder than it needs to.
Choose the right size motor for the job - know the horsepower and RPM's for your load requirements. Over-sizing a motor needlessly wastes energy.
Variable Speed Drives (VSD) are more energy-efficient than the Constant Speed Drives (CSD) which run at maximum speeds even when not necessary.
   

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This document was last modified on 01-01-2010.