Proper storage for electric motors is essential for the equipment. In the long term, properly storing the motor can help maintain its performance and reduce repair costs.
Dreisilker, with over 68 years of experience in electric motor repair, provides a motor storage program so users don’t have to worry about storing their motors on their own. When it comes to storing electric motors, there are several important components to consider. Specifically, proper environment and bearing maintenance.
Electric Motor Storage
It’s critical to make sure the environment where users store their electric motor is kept at optimal conditions.
Climate control
Humidity and temperature vary by type of motor, but in general, it should be stored in a temperature-controlled space that is not too humid. Temperature fluctuations caused by constant naturally occurring heating and cooling cycles should also be avoided.
Electric motors should be stored in a clean environment in order to prevent contamination of the motor. Taking the extra step of covering the motor in a cardboard box or a tarp can prevent dust and other contaminants from entering the electric motor.
Rodent control
Rodents such as mice or squirrels are known to cause havoc on many things, such as electric motors. Ensuring that the space where users store their electric motors is critical, so that they don’t have any unexpected chewed wires or contamination from rodents nesting in their motors.
Bearing Maintenance
Another important factor in storing the electric motor is turning the bearings regularly
Another important factor in storing the electric motor is turning the bearings regularly. Bearing maintenance helps prevent the formation of rust, which can lead to a complete failure of the system.
This can be accomplished by hand, but if users don’t want to take that approach, Dreisilker’s motor storage program can turn the bearings for users as part of their storage cycle.
Spare Electric Motor
There are many factors that go into deciding whether or not users should keep a spare electric motor on hand. Some factors include how common the motor is, how critical the motor is to the operations, and the cost of a spare.
The bottom line is that properly storing electric motors is one of the most important factors in making sure that the machinery is safe and runs smoothly.
Dreisilker’s motor storage program
Dreisilker’s motor storage program provides a service for turning bearings during storage and protection from atmospheric contaminants, so users don’t have to worry about storing electric motors on their own.
With the help of Dreisilker’s motor storage program, the longevity of the motor and its performance can be maintained, and repair costs can be saved.
