5 Star Motor Storage
Covering 83,000 square feet, our facility provides a climate-controlled environment with essential services such as regular testing, bearing maintenance, insulation testing, and motor rotation, complemented by a robust 60-ton lifting capacity. When we say "large and small," we truly mean it.
Furthermore, we recognize that four key factors—environment, moisture protection, bearing maintenance, and insulation—are crucial when choosing where to store your electric motors. So, what does this mean for you?
When Evaluating Storage Solutions, Ask Yourself These Questions:
- Are your electric motors currently being stored in a clean, dry and vibration-free area?
- Is it temperature and humidity controlled within recommended temperatures ranging from 40-140° F (5-60° C) and relative humidity ranges of less than 50% to less than 75?
- Are your windings protected from moisture, including utilization of onboard space heaters to keep the winding temperature about 10° F (5° C) above ambient?
- If a motor is not equipped with space heaters, is single-phase AC power available as an alternative means to heat the windings (e.g., trickle heating)?
- Are recommended methods for the maintenance of bearings while in storage in place?
- Does the end user have a motor storage procedure?
- Does the motor manufacturer have specific motor storage provisions to maintain warranty coverage on new equipment, and if yes are they being honored?
- And finally, are you/they performing periodic insulation resistance measurements?
- If you answered either “no” or “unsure” to any of these questions, RSAW is here to help. Contact Us today to learn more.
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To learn more about each of these critical factors in greater detail, check out our blog post where EASA looked at seven different motor manufacturers and the similarities and differences from each source.