By Jonathan Susser | July 14, 2020
Three-phase alternating current (AC) induction motors don’t last forever, and over time, they tend to experience common problems. Understanding the operating parameters and forces acting against a motor, conducting tests and making observations based on those parameters, and removing system[…]
By Jonathan Susser | July 9, 2020
On July 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued its final determination classifying Advanced Energy as a nationally recognized certification program for electric and small electric motors. After achieving Certification Body status under ISO 17065 with the American[…]
By Jonathan Susser | June 9, 2020
Power delivery is changing. New technologies, devices and loads are coming online, and utilities cannot always guarantee flawless electricity distribution to industrial facilities. This combination can lead to power quality issues — stemming from both sides of the electric meter[…]
By Jonathan Susser | May 19, 2020
The Electrical Apparatus Service Association Inc. (EASA) is the leading international trade organization in electrical and mechanical equipment sales, service and repairs for motors, pumps, generators, drives and more. Each year, EASA’s international convention brings together service centers with motor and[…]
By Charlie Phillips and Jacob Burleson | May 7, 2020
Charlie Phillips and Jacob Burleson both work in Advanced Energy’s motors and drives lab. As a college student, getting experience in the workforce can be a deciding factor in landing a job after graduating. Fortunately for NC State students, the[…]
By Jonathan Susser | March 17, 2020
Back in the year 2000, Hupp Electric Motors became the very first motor repair service center to join our Proven Efficiency Verification (PEV) program, and they have continually shown customer dedication through the products and services they offer. To celebrate[…]
By Jonathan Susser | February 26, 2020
Our motors and drives team has been promoting motor system efficiency for over 30 years. Since the late 1980s, we have tested more than 3,500 motors and drives in our nationally accredited lab, provided trainings and resources to customers, ensured[…]
By Jonathan Susser | December 3, 2019
For over 20 years, Advanced Energy has provided motor testing and motor efficiency compliance services to motor manufacturers to help them achieve compliance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 (EPCA). The EPCA, as amended, established a federal[…]
By Jonathan Susser | August 14, 2019
Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) use electric motors to drive the machinery they produce, which can range from hand-held kitchen appliances to large industrial production equipment. While some OEMs build their own motors or purchase motor parts for specific fitting into[…]
By Jonathan Susser | April 12, 2019
Prior joint research by Advanced Energy and Duke Energy recently helped solve a 10-year-old mystery at a sewer pump lift station. The lift station has two pumps it can use to move waste and water runoff to a nearby treatment[…]