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Natural Frequency Testing – Bump Tests and Modal Analysis

  • October 2020
  • Number of views: 13763
  • Article rating: 4.8
FREE for Members of EASA
Webinar recording

Anyone dealing with installed machinery, or even test running motors in the service center, will encounter instances where structural resonance is amplifying machine vibration. The machine may meet stringent specifications in one instance but exceed acceptable vibration levels in another. A good understanding of natural frequencies and the tests necessary to identify them will help solve these vexing situations.

Principles of Medium & Large AC Motors, 1st Edition - IEC

  • February 2020
  • Number of views: 53261
  • Article rating: 4.2
Book

This manual covers horizontal and vertical squirrel-cage induction motors in the 300 to 5,000 horsepower range, low- and medium-voltage. Most of the principles covered apply to other sizes as well. This manual focuses primarily on IEC motors and standards.

Converting motors from horizontal mount to vertical mount

Examine mechanical factors that should be considered when applying a horizontal ball-bearing motor in a vertical mounting position

  • October 2019
  • Number of views: 8743
  • Article rating: 2.5
Trade press article — Plant Services

Occasionally an end user wants to take a motor designed for horizontal mounting and use it in a vertical position. This article addresses some of the key mechanical factors that should be considered when applying a horizontal ball-bearing motor in a vertical mounting position.

Solve vertical pump motor vibration

Knowledge of common vibratory forces helps diagnose and correct problems

  • February 2017
  • Number of views: 13851
  • Article rating: No rating
Trade press article — Processing Magazine

High vibration is a common problem for motors that are installed on top of vertical pumps. Its source can be a mechanical issue with the pump, motor or coupling or even hydraulic forces from the pump.

Vibration Analysis for Service Centers

  • June 2016
  • Number of views: 7243
  • Article rating: No rating
Booklet

This 48-page manual was developed following EASA’s 12-part Vibration for Service Centers webinar series. It serves as an introductory training resource for service center technicians and supervisors involved in measuring, evaluating, and correcting vibration and balancing issues on machines under repair – as opposed to the in-plant predictive maintenance tasks covered in most general classes on the subject.

Achieving proper alignment by detecting and correcting soft foot

  • May 2016
  • Number of views: 10459
  • Article rating: 5.0
Article

Proper alignment of direct-coupled machinery is an essential element in reliability of a new or repaired machine (motor, pump, gear case, etc.). One common impediment to achieving proper alignment and smooth operation is a “soft foot” condition. This article looks at detecting soft foot, correcting soft foot and general recommendations for shims.

Logrando una alineación adecuada detectando y corrigiendo el pie suave

  • May 2016
  • Number of views: 11365
  • Article rating: No rating
Article

Realizar una correcta alineación de las máquinas acopladas de forma directa es un elemento esencial para garantizar la confiabilidad de operación de una máquina nueva o reparada (motor, bomba, caja de engranajes, etc.). Uno de los impedimentos comunes para lograr una alineación adecuada y un correcto funcionamiento, es el denominado  "pie suave".

Shaft Alignment

  • March 2016
  • Number of views: 7437
  • Article rating: No rating
Webinar recording

This webinar recording provies a straightforward look at the simple relationship between shaft centerlines that is known as shaft alignment.

Getting The Most From Your Electric Motors

  • February 2016
  • Number of views: 27520
  • Article rating: 4.4
Booklet

This 40-page booklet provides a great marketing tool for your service center! Use it to provide end users with information that will help them obtain the longest, most efficient and cost-effective operation from general and definite purpose electric motors.

Obteniendo Lo Máximo De Su Motor Eléctrico

  • February 2016
  • Number of views: 14691
  • Article rating: 3.4
Booklet

​Este folleto de 40 páginas ofrece una gran herramienta de marketing para su centro de servicio! Lo utilizan para proporcionar a los usuarios finales con información que le ayudará a obtener la, operación más eficiente y rentable de propósito más larga de los motores eléctricos generales y definidas.

Getting The Most From Your Electric Motors

Getting The Most From Your Electric Motors - coverThis 40-page booklet provides great advice for obtaining the longest, most efficient and cost-effective operation from general and definite purpose electric motors.

This booklet covers topics such as:

  • Installation, startup and baseline information
  • Operational monitoring and maintenance
  • Motor and baseline installation data
  • How to read a motor nameplate
  • Motor storage recommendations

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EASA/AEMT Rewind Study

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The Effect of Repair/Rewinding on Premium Efficiency/IE3 Motors
Tests prove Premium Efficiency/IE3 Motors can be rewound without degrading efficiency.

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ANSI/EASA AR100-2020

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Recommended Practice for the Repair of Rotating Electrical Apparatus
This is a must-have guide to the repair of rotating electrical machines. Its purpose is to establish recommended practices in each step of the rotating electrical apparatus rewinding and rebuilding processes.

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EASA Technical Manual

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Revised September 2022
The EASA Technical Manual is the association's definitive and most complete publication. It's available FREE to members in an online format. Members can also download PDFs of the entire manual or individual sections.

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