At Duke, we love ourselves an explosion-proof motor. But it’s important to understand what explosion-proof really means for electric motors, and how they are classified.
The weird and the wonderful
Looking for pictures of rare beasts and one-of-a-kinds? Want how-tos and tips so you can look after your own weird and wonderful electrical assets? You've come to the right place.
Bearing Inspection: A Critical Factor in Motor Repair
Cutting and inspecting every bearing is critical to making the best motor repair recommendation and improving lifetime performance.
Why Apply to Duke?
At Duke, we do what it takes to get the job done. We’re looking for people with the right skill set and the same passion for motors and brakes that we have.
Why the Permanent Magnet AC Motor Is Special
At Duke, every so often we see a permanent magnet AC motor (PMAC), which is not the same as your regular AC synchronous motor and is very application-specific. Here we talk about the features, advantages, and disadvantages of a PMAC.
Important Information to Have Handy When Replacing Your Motor
The nameplate on your motor is numero uno when it comes to the most important information to have on hand when replacing your motor.
Electric Motor Repair or Replacement Within the Scope of Warranty
Duke is proud to be an approved warranty centre for WEG and ABB motors. We review our warranty work and important points to remember about warranties.
Noise and Vibration Analysis of Electric Motors
Noise and vibrations generated by an electric motor can be divided into mechanical, aerodynamic, and electromagnetic sources. We review the details and mitigation strategies for each.
Predictive Maintenance Grounded on the Internet of Things
Internet of things (IoT) devices used in the manufacturing industry enable predictive maintenance by helping to predict when a machine should be serviced. We explore the components and benefits of IoT-based predictive maintenance strategies.
Industry 4.0: What the Fourth Industrial Revolution Means for Electric Motors
We explore what the fourth industrial revolution means for electric motors in the context of commercial manufacturing and its maintenance best practices.
Best Practices for Electric Motor Storage
Your electric motor is invested capital, so you should prioritize its proper storage. We go over some of the factors to consider when storing your motor.
