Bearing failures are the most common cause of electric motor and generator failure. Maintenance professionals can optimize the life of these machines by following industry best practices for bearing ...

In the age of energy efficiency, engineers are often excited about the potential cost savings associated with variable-frequency drives (VFDs) and their ability to operate motors to match demand loads ...

All major manufacturers of three-phase ac induction motors offer inverter-duty models with insulation sufficient to protect the windings, but the bearings are often left vulnerable to damage — ...