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Regal Receives DOE $1 Million Grant to Fund Electric Motor Research

Marathon Motors division to research enhanced electric motor efficiency

November 3, 2017

The DOE announced a total of $25 million in grants to enable innovative electrical motors used in manufacturing, of which Marathon Motors received $1 million to develop a rare-earth element-free motor.

Regal Debuts Progressive New Website for Marathon Motors

Provides engaging experience with industry-specific solutions and innovations

August 16, 2017

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Regal Beloit Corp. announced it has launched a new Marathon^® Motors website for the North American region. The new website contains significant upgrades and additional product features as part of the company’s phased approach to convert all brand-specific domains to the new company-wide platform.

The Engel Method

The invention of PEX and the permanent-magnet motor

Dan Holohan

June 19, 2017

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When I met Thomas Engel in Sweden on Nov. 28, 1990, he said, “The paths of life are frequently this strange.” Afterward, he mentioned that if a shoe factory had been present in his vicinity at the time he invented PEX, we would perhaps be walking around today on shoe soles made of cross-linked polyethylene.

Fluke Corp.: Motor Analyzer

June 19, 2017

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The Fluke 438-II Power Quality and Motor Analyzer analyzes three-phase power quality measurements and uses an innovative method developed by Veros to calculate motor output torque, speed, horsepower, and efficiency.

Noark Electric Co. Ltd.: Motor Starter

June 12, 2017

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The Ex9S32 Manual Motor Starter is designed to handle more amps and more accessories than previous Noark models while providing increased electrical and mechanical life. The starters are electro-mechanical devices that combine a number of functions in one unit.

Motors, Drives Strive for Greater Configurability, Efficiency

Variable-speed offerings are exemplifying ease of use, high efficiency, and flexibility

Nick Kostora

February 27, 2017

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is frequently introducing tougher motor-efficiency regulations, and manufacturers have shown a willingness to adapt and modify their offerings to keep pace.

The Evolution of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors

The role of this relatively overlooked option in HVAC looks to be expanding quickly

Nick Kostora

February 6, 2017

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In the realm of motors, the permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) is a relatively obscure option that is gaining significant traction in the space.

Examining the Benefits of ECMs

Contractors can now bring ECM performance to psc motor systems via retrofit projects

Christopher Mohalley

December 5, 2016

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For consumers to make an educated buying decision, contractors must be able to thoroughly explain the potential features and benefits of a motor retrofit. These include energy savings, benefits from operating the fan continuously, reduced operating noise, and improved airflow control.

Motors and Drives: Brains to Match Their Brawn

When an HVAC system is ‘humming along,’ that smooth hum is often courtesy of a motor or drive

Ron Rajecki

December 5, 2016

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A look at some of the latest motor and drive products now available on the market.

NEMA, CEMEP Agree on Systems Approach for New Motor Efficiency Standards

Motor community moves from isolated components to ‘extended product approach’ for greater energy savings

October 27, 2016

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Members of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Motor and Generator Section and the European Committee of Manufacturers of Electrical Machines and Power Electronics (CEMEP) have revealed a new direction for global motor efficiency standards.