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How can you extend the service life of an electric motor?
The lifespan of an electric motor will be longer or shorter depending on how well it is maintained. If we do not perform proper maintenance, it is likely to break down much sooner than expected.
ELECTRIC MOTORS IN INDUSTRY
Currently, industry consumes about 40% of the electricity produced worldwide, two-thirds of which is used by electric motors. Electric motors are essential to industry; much of the development and progress of the past decades would not have been possible without them.
Given their importance and the recognized priority of achieving energy efficiency, the use of these types of motors is an excellent path toward the balanced and sustainable development of the industrial sector. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure their efficiency in order to achieve safer, smarter, and more environmentally friendly operations in the future.
There are many types of electric motors. One of the most common is the alternating current (AC) induction motor, which accounts for more than 90% of industrial drives due to its design advantages and operational simplicity.They power trains, automobiles, compressors, pumping systems, conveyor belts, material-handling units, and more. In short, they play a fundamental role in the productivity of industrial companies.
THE SERVICE LIFE OF ELECTRIC MOTORS
The lifespan of an electric motor will be longer or shorter depending on how well it is maintained. If we do not perform proper maintenance, it is likely to break down much sooner than expected. This maintenance must be ongoing, so that repairs can be scheduled when necessary, thereby avoiding operational disruptions that could later lead to major problems.
They exhibit characteristic failure modes that can be detected and analyzed using technologies specifically developed for the analysis of electric motors; find out what these electromechanical problems might be.
MONITORING AND FAULT DETECTION IN ELECTRIC MOTORS
At Preditec, we have in-depth knowledge of the techniques available for monitoring electric motors and detecting faults, including vibration analysis, current analysis, thermography, and ultrasonics. We can help you extend the service life of your electric motors. If you would like more information, please feel free to contact us at any time.
You can also learn more by signing up for the “Predictive Maintenance Techniques for Electric Motors” course. We look forward to seeing you there!
