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Apples to Apples: AHRI Talks Motors and Drives Certification
For HVAC pros interested in motors and drives, Tuesday afternoon at this year’s AHR Expo in Atlanta featured a good chance to give the feet a rest and focus on the mind for a while. Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) presented a three-phase session called VFDs: Method of Laboratory Test and a Case Study.Lab tests may sound mildly interesting at best for some. However, Schneider Electric’s vice president of marketing, Thomas Lowery, served an effective refresher on why variable-frequency drives (VFDs) are worth the effort in the first place and why a certified product matters. Both are meaningful for…
The Motor Show Survival Guide
When you're working at a Motor Show the hours are long and the rush is on. Read 'The Motor Show Survival Guide' to find out how we do it without burning out.
Why does my car need a Synthetic Blend Motor Oil?
By Peter Battle, General Manager Customer Service Division For a number of years all Ford products have been designed and engineered to operate with synthetic blend motor oil. Many customers don’t…
Why don’t EV makers give their motors clever brand names?
Automobile companies have been naming their engines almost as long as they’ve been making them. In fact, the word “motor” is literally part of many automakers’ corporate branding. Why, then, has no electric car maker given its motors brand names?
Recertification: A Guide to Maintaining Your SPSM® Certification
Purchasing trends are always changing and it can be difficult to stay on top of these trends let alone be prepared in advance for what's to come. In the last...
Certification: it Ain’t What it Used to Be
Return Path has been around longer than anyone else in the deliverability space—18 years, in fact. Through the years we have heard a lot about ourselves from competitors that’s untrue and typically we move past it pretty quickly. But recently, we heard something about our Certification program that IS true and we want to put it …
What Does IICRC Mean?
Many industries have certification processes for their workers. In fact, certification can often be a determining factor to help define good quality from bad. Such certifications provide documentat…
“Surprisingly-Quiet” EDFC ACTIVE PRO Motor Sound
This video was recorded while running two different vehicles with EDFC ACTIVE PRO installed. We hear that some people are concerned about the sound of runnin...
What is ITAR Compliance? ITAR Regulations, Fines Certifications & More
Companies must register with the DDTC and know what is required of them to be ITAR compliant and then certify that they possess that knowledge.
How to Drive a Model T
Do VFDs really improve the power factor of AC motors?
Using a VFD to drive an AC induction motor can improve power factor – but it’s not the panacea that some manufacturers suggest.
Why a Gigantic Ford F-150 Is Actually Great to Drive in a City
Just because it didn't belong doesn't mean it wasn't fun.
Hey, Big Spender! Why Baby Boomers Will Drive the Marijuana Market
The cannabis industry is full of surprises. New market trends expose themselves as the modern cannabis landscape continues to evolve under the constraints of legalization.
Connected Cars: Why Your Next Vehicle Will Do More Than Just Drive
Cars are no longer just a motorized solution to get you from point A to point B. They can now help protect you, direct you and connect you. The "connected car" has moved from co...
Linear motors: How to beat the heat
Linear motors are increasingly popular. One reason is that they give engineers more flexibility in machine design, especially in high-throughput, point-to-point and smooth velocity motion applications. However, engineers should not overlook the affects of heat on these motors
How to Select Bearings? Look for Industry Certification
How do you select bearings? Do you consider third-party certification? While there are a number of deciding selection factors, third-party industry certification can speak volumes about a company’s commitment to following stringent standards for quality and safety.
