Carbon Brush Redesign Solves Commutation Problem
Though DC motors may not be the latest state-of-the-art in technology, many railway and transit operators will trust in its reliability for many years...
How to Choose an Industrial Automation Controller
There are many important items to consider when choosing a controller for machine and process automation. Breaking down the equipment’s operational needs is a...
Taking It to the Edge
By Lin Liu and Suri Ganeriwala, SpectraQuest Inc.
In this article, fracture propagation is simulated using a finite element model for a gearbox that is...
Smart Pumps Unleashed
The appeal of smart pump technology is easy to see. Instead of one, persistent pumping action and the resulting energy costs, smart pumps promise...
Efficiency Deficiency
Eddy current drives, known alternately as magnetic drives or eddy current couplings, have been a trusted and reliable means of controlling pump speed dating...
Intelligent Pumping Means Efficient Motor Use
Pump users are asking for greater efficiency and more integrated solutions from both their pumps and motors, and Grundfos constantly strives to make its...
Precision Meets Connectivity
Big Data, Cloud, Internet of Things, and Smart Factory: This is just a selection of the buzzwords currently dominating the discussions in many industry...
Proactive Motor Testing Protects Ethanol Plant
Ethanol has been a clean-burning fuel used in the United States since the 1850s. Ford’s Model T automobile was designed to run on ethanol,...
How Split Roller Bearings Increase Facility Efficiency and Reduce Downtime
No matter what the specific application or industry focus, efficiency is key for ensuring optimized operations in industrial facilities. But high efficiency means more...
Oil shear technology eliminates downtime
For a wide array of industrial applications, the scourge of downtime, whether due to unexpected breakdowns or routine maintenance, can mean significant differences in...









