Increasing energy efficiency is the cleanest, most cost-effective, and fastest way to provide reliable electricity. Motors represent around 46% of all electricity consumed and 69% of total energy used in the industrial sector. Energy consumption is one of the largest challenges facing many organizations. The inadequate architecture and energy consumption must be addressed first. Poor design and misuse are the primary reasons for high energy costs and the inability to meet the increasing demand for electricity. Many motors operate between 50 and 100 percent of rated load, however the most efficient operating occurs at around 75% of rated load, and efficiency tends to decrease with age. At 50% load, an electric motor’s efficiency begins to decrease automatically.
There Are Four Elements That Impact Motor Performance:
- As a result of harmonics, transients, imbalance, sags, and swells, poor power quality has a direct influence on the performance of electric motors under extreme circumstances.
- When a motor creates rotational force to accelerate a mechanical load at the rated speed of the spinning shaft, the effect of torque on efficacy and overall performance is shown. The reliability of the electric motor is assured by its operation at the specified frequency and torque speed. Torque measurement provides a clear indication of the health of an electric motor.
- The operating features and expected performance of the electric motor: When a motor is mechanically overloaded, the coupling, bearings, and insulation are strained, reducing the motor’s efficiency and increasing the likelihood of malfunction or premature failure.
- Lastly, direct effect on motor function: The first step in predictive and preventive maintenance is data collecting.
75% of industrial motor failures result in between one and six days of yearly plant downtime. 90% of motor failures occurred within one month of the initial warning, and 36% occurred on the same day. To prevent motor failure and operational concerns, it is necessary to: Regular evaluations, analyses, inspections, and audits can aid in the reduction of electrical motor difficulties and improvement of motor performance.
Information on Enhancing Motor Performance:
During a 53-year period, improve the performance of an induction motor by 68%. (1960 to 2013). To raise the annual efficiency of an electrical induction motor, it is necessary to reduce losses. Over time, the energy efficiency of induction motors has grown (data of 45 kW, 4p design motor). CareLabs evaluates the performance and durability of electrical motors in a variety of industrial and commercial settings. We investigate and diagnose faults so that you may reduce losses and increase motor performance. As skilled and seasoned professionals, it is our objective to provide superior services to our clients.
Benefits of Using CareLabs' Services:
- Accepts responsibility for their job at all times.
- Provide exceptional client service.
- Rapid conversational responses
- Our team is enhanced with the addition of a qualified and competent electrician.
- An understanding of Swiss standards.
- Schedule a convenient appointment time for yourself.
- Create a digital report that is comprehensive enough to satisfy your needs.
Methods for Conducting Electrical Motor Efficiency Audits:
- For research purposes, we assemble all necessary site paperwork before commencing the audit.
- Create a one-line diagram and an inspection checklist to boost your ranking.
- Use the electrical motor inspection checklist to carry out the audit.
- Experts assess and test electrical motors after completing the checklist.
- Compile inspection reports for electric motors.
- Confirm that there are no power quality or load flow difficulties.
- If any problems are discovered, our specialist will ensure that they are resolved.
- Confirm that your engine meets national efficiency standards.
- Provide a digital report with recommendations for safe work practices.
CareLabs provides motor acceleration analysis to ensure that the motor performs correctly under extreme loads and to increase productivity (by mitigating the losses). Improving motor reliability by decreasing losses. We provide motor start analysis services in every major Swiss city, including Zurich, Geneva, Basel, and Bern. CareLabs can provide you with further information and a quote for commercial electric motor efficiency audits.
