By Jonathan Susser | September 7, 2020
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) is an integrated system of smart meters, communications networks and data management that opens doors to many capabilities for utilities and the customers they serve. The primary difference between AMI and older meter technology is the[…]
By Jonathan Susser | September 1, 2020
Electric motor-driven systems account for approximately 50 percent of all electricity generated in the world and can often represent some of the highest energy users in a facility. Effectively overseeing them with motor management practices, therefore, is critical to saving[…]
By Jonathan Susser | August 27, 2020
Q: Winter and its customary high energy bills have a way of sneaking up on me. What are some tips for saving money this year? A: Winter will be here before we know it, but it doesn’t have to mean[…]
By Jonathan Susser | August 24, 2020
In North Carolina, 20% of homeowners are classified by the U.S. Census Bureau as cost-burdened by their housing. One factor that contributes to high housing costs is high energy costs. Approximately 1.4 million people across the state live with unaffordable[…]
By Jonathan Susser | August 15, 2020
Heat is required for many industrial processes. For drying and curing, for example, facilities traditionally rely on large natural gas-fueled convection ovens that heat the air that then carries the heat to the product. A more efficient heating mechanism, though,[…]
By Jonathan Susser | July 23, 2020
Although the financial, environmental and performance benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) often get the most attention, another perk is their convenience. What if, rather than having to stop at a gas station on your way home from work or an[…]
By Jonathan Susser | July 15, 2020
How many organizations and cities in North Carolina have or will soon have electric buses in their fleets? The answer is nine. Although light-duty electric vehicles (EVs) tend to get most of the fanfare, the medium- and heavy-duty electric market[…]
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 | July 7, 2020
Q: Having additional time at home has made me more aware of just how many devices and appliances use electricity. How can I tell how much energy they’re consuming, and what actually makes up my electric bill each month? A:[…]
