Motor knowledge up - Cost of ownership down

These free micro learning videos are aiming to enhance your motor knowledge. Learn the basics of electromagnetic induction, motor selection criteria and proper maintenance techniques.

Motor fundamentals

The principles of electromagnetic induction

Here we look at how a current conductor generates a magnetic field, and how the field can be strengthened by winding the conductor into a coil.
Direct current (DC) motors

Here we further explore the relationship between current, magnetism and movement and find out how the principles of electromagnetic induction allow a DC motor to work.
Alternating current (AC) motors

In the third part we explain how AC motors work and the difference between synchronous and asynchronous induction motors.

The importance of efficiency

Cost of ownership

The importance of efficiency

Here we explain the importance of high motor efficiency and MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standards), which sets the mandatory minimum efficiency levels for electric motors.
Calculate cost of ownership

In this module we explain the cost of ownership formula and how to calculate the different factors that contribute to the total cost of ownership of an electric motor.
Lowering the cost of ownership

This episode explores how cost of ownership can be reduced and we discover the significant savings that can be achieved.

Select the right motor

Requirements of the application, part 1

In episode 1 and 2, we look at dimensional criteria such as speed requirements, torque characteristics, duty type, and bearing and shaft load.
Requirements of the application, part 2

In episode 1 and 2, we look at dimensional criteria such as speed requirements, torque characteristics, duty type, and bearing and shaft load.
Infrastructure and standards

Here we look at the aspects related to the network supply and the standards that 
can influence the motor selection.
Environment

In this episode we look at typical environmental aspects that can have an influence when selecting the right motor.

Machines in operation

Installation and commissioning

In this episode we look at how to make sure the machine is properly installed and commissioned. This will boost the reliability of the machine, minimize breakdowns, and keep operating costs down.

Why service is needed

Here we take a look at factors affecting the machine’s condition and performance over time.
Aging factors

There are four dominant factors affecting aging: thermal, electrical, ambient, and mechanical stress. Understanding these stresses and their consequences will help select the appropriate service or maintenance strategy to maximize process uptime and minimize operational expenditure.
Maintenance strategies

Proper maintenance maximizes the availability of the machine, reduces the risk of breakdowns, and protects your investment by ensuring a long and productive life cycle. In this episode we look at three basic maintenance strategies: reactive, preventive and predictive.

Preventive maintenance

Condition monitoring

In this episode we look more closely at the predictive maintenance strategy, and how it allows maintenance resources to be deployed more efficiently, which in turn improves performance and extends the lifetime of the motor. By minimizing outages caused by failed motors, plant productivity and profitability increase.
Online and off-​line measurements

Here we take a look at condition monitoring when applied to large, medium voltage machines, and the different measurements that can be taken both online and off-​line.
Life Expectancy Analysis Program

In this part we look at how the readings taken during condition monitoring can be used to maximize the life expectancy of your machine.
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