Motors & Drives

How to save energy when using motors & drives

If your business relies on motors and drives to get the job done, make sure you take the steps below to maximize efficiency and cut costs.

Ensure you select a properly sized motor based on your needs.
Install variable speed drives (VSDs) on large motor loads, where appropriate, to further reduce usage.
Premium high efficiency motors can provide significant energy savings and improve operating conditions.
Perform scheduled maintenance on your systems.
Establish a motor repair/replace policy to achieve cost-effective and energy- efficient results.
When rewinding a 3-phase AC motor between 100 HP and 5,000 HP, consider using AEP's EMotor Rewind Pilot Program to maintain higher efficiency than a standard rewind.

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