Recent changes in solar pumping technology have the potential to turn the market on its head. For years, solar-powered pumping systems have been used...

By Indira Rajagopal, Metrix A centrifugal air compressor is a rotating machine that uses centrifugal force to develop pressure for different applications. It accelerates air from...

Since over 80 percent of electrical maintenance testing involves evaluating insulation integrity, Insulation Resistance Testing (IR) is a very important test. This is because...

By Paul Brooks, Oerlikon Balzers Industrial gas turbine (IGT) manufacturers and MROs are continually seeking new ways to improve the performance and longevity of critical...

As mentioned in part 1 of this series, the solution to the shortcomings of centrifugal pumps can be positive displacement (PD) screw pumps. The...

Top pump manufacturers specialize in motor cooling technologies that enhance performance and durability. These systems are intended to perform in various applications, such as...

One of the largest independent engineering service providers in South East England, Mid Kent Electrical Engineering Group, has performed electric motor rewinds and overhauls...

By Matt Hanson, Bison Gear and Engineering Selecting the right type of motor for your next machine build now includes a new option to consider....

By John Meyer, Siemens Plant operators constantly look for ways to increase the efficiency and data collection from drives and motion control. With an eye...

As pumping systems become increasingly intelligent, smart devices are at the core of most solutions. The “smarts” in the system may reside in many...