How to Get Good Rewind on Motors
Mar 1, 2000, By Chuck Yung, Electrical Apparatus Service Asn.
You spent big money replacing standard efficiency motors with energy-efficient models, but one just failed. Do you rewind it or replace it?...
The Case of the Compromised Evidence
Mar 1, 2000, By Ralph Crawford, P.E.
After a fire claims the lives of two children, a heater manufacturer is left to blame. But ongoing investigation uncovers a case of mistaken identity....
Shopping Will Never Be the Same
Mar 1, 2000, By Mike Eby, Editor-in-Chief
I came home from work the other day, and my son was excited to show me the Pokemon trading cards he received by mail ......
How to Simplify Software Selection
Feb 1, 2000, By Reagan Cook, Geac AEC Business Systems
Choosing the right software can be a real headache. However, with the right information, this powerful tool can dramatically boost your business....
Preventive Maintenance for Motor Survival
Feb 1, 2000, By Robert J. Lawrie, Senior Editorial Consultant
An effective motor maintenance program boosts productivity, reduces unnecessary downtime, maximizes motor efficiency, and saves dollars....
Avoiding Electric Shock During PQ Analysis
Feb 1, 2000, By Ken Michaels, PQ Consultant
When performing a PQ investigation, lack of proper safety training and effective troubleshooting procedures spells trouble every time....
Bad Circumstances Lead to Electrocution
Feb 1, 2000, By Donald C. Thorn, Ph.D., P.E.
It seemed like a typical electrical job. The owners of a house trailer hired an appliance repairman to take a look at their washing machine.Unfortunately,...
One Small Modification Equals One Big Problem
Jan 1, 2000, By Ken Michaels, PQ Consultant
A machine tool equipment manufacturer's answer to an end user's request for electrical noise prevention results in thousands of dollars in lost production....
Poor Installation Sets Off Apartment Blaze
Jan 1, 2000, By Howard Prosser, Ph.D., P.E.
Loss of normal neutral conductor forced current to seek another return path causing a transformer ground conductor to overheat and start a fire....
Checking the Health of Your Rotating Machinery
Dec 1, 1999, By Joseph R. Knisley, Senior Editorial Consultant
The latest in vibration analysis tools, the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) vibration spectrum analyzer promises accuracy improvements of up to 200%....
Is Online Shopping Secure?
Dec 1, 1999, By Mark Lamendola, Technical Editor
With discounts of 20% to 40%, buying through an Internet commerce site is an attractive option. But next comes the question everyone wants to know: Is it safe?...
Residential Sales Promos That Work
Dec 1, 1999, By Mark Lamendola, Technical Editor
Here's how creating your own sales promotions and packaging services can boost your bottom line....
Carelessness Turns to Tragedy
Dec 1, 1999, By Paul E. Pritzker, P.E., C.S.P.
Lack of safe working practices, failure to wear personal protective equipment, and a live circuit breaker lead to electrocution in water treatment plant....
Using Your DMM and Scope Wisely
Nov 1, 1999, By John A. DeDad, Editorial Director
Here's a primer on symbology, terminology, connections, and operation for modern digital multimeters and oscilloscopes....
A Matter of Safety Interlocks
Nov 1, 1999, By Michael J. Foley, Technical Consultants Group
Poor maintenance and unsafe working practices lead to injuries.What was supposed to be a routine maintenance job for two workers turned into a near life...
