NEMA Publishes ANSI-Approved Motors and Generators Standard

July 13, 2012
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standard for motors and generators recently received approval from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standard for motors and generators recently received approval from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). ANSI/NEMA MG 1-2011, "Motors and Generators" conveys practical information concerning performance, safety, test, construction, and manufacture of AC and DC motors and generators. This standard assists users in the proper selection and application of motors and generators.

View the contents and forward of ANSI/NEMA MG 1 "Motors and Generators." A copy may be purchased in hard or electronic for $329 by visiting global.ihs.comor by contacting IHS at
800-854-7179 (U.S. only), 303-397-7956 (international) or 303-397-2740 (fax).

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