Applying Variable Frequency Drives with Motors
Robert Meilinger, Account Manager, Siemens Industry
This class will discuss some of the key details required in applying AC motors on Adjustable Frequency Drives. The seminar will explore the inherent differences of applying an AC Induction Motor on across the line service vs. VFD. We will explore the effects on motor insulation life, heat and harmonic concerns and the ability to supply the rated torque and current needed to power your applications. We will also touch on the different types of applications and their specific profiles.
Are You Stuck in a Reactive State of Maintenance?
Mark S. Hatfield, Chief Executive Officer, HECO
It’s relatively common to walk into an industrial plant or facility and find that they are stuck in a reactive state of maintenance. Most of these facilities have a desire to change but don’t know how to get there. This presentation reviews what a reactive state of maintenance is, what the benefits are of switching to proactive maintenance, and how you can begin to get more proactive.
Basics of AC Electric Motors
Rick Drake, Channel Account Manager, Motor Business Unit, Siemens Industry, Inc.
This presentation will cover the basics of AC Induction Electric Motors. Starting with motor terms, acronyms, electric concepts, motor principles, motor construction, and different motor types.
Bearing Applications and Installation
Dean Burcroff, Branch Manager, Bearing Service, Inc.
This session will review the various types of ball and roller bearings and the construction, features and application for each. We will discuss bearing loads, fits, and best installation techniques, including demonstration of available tools used in the removal and installation of bearings.
Carbon Brush & Holder Technology Update
Bill Clark, Sales Representative, Helwig Carbon Products
Seminar covers the entire brush system used in DC motors and generators. Troubleshooting, upgrades, and some new brush applications.
Commutator Construction and Preventative Maintenance
Jason Trimarchi, Director of Business Development, ICC International
Commutator Construction and Preventative Maintenance
Considerations for DC to AC Motor Retro-fits
Tony Hood, Area Manager, TT Electric/MercerRPM
The Presentation discusses both the electrical and mechanical considerations for utilizing alternating current (AC) motors controlled by variable frequency drives (VFD) in place of direct current (DC) motors. Motor performance characteristics and control strategies are described for both as well as electrical energy efficiency improvement, temperature & insulation considerations, encoder feedback and mounting of units within existing DC motor footprint.
Couplings – An integral part of production efficiency
Manuel de Lama Santos, Business Developer – Couplings Team Lead, Flender
Couplings represent one of the assets in your application with the lowest cost. However, if they fail, the complete system stops having a big impact on the production efficiency. To avoid these situations it is imperative to ask the right questions when selecting couplings. And even after installing the right coupling there are topics to consider: Preventive maintenance, Stock of inexpensive wear parts, etc.
Encoders 101
Suzanne King, Sales Engineer, Avtron Encoders
Introductory educational session on how encoders work and how to specify them.
Form Coil Resin Penetration
Chase Fell, Corporate Engineering Manager, Jay Industrial
Concept overview of VPI process and Identifying how to make sure that you get the best resin penetration along with the latest VPI processing methods.
How to Get the Right Electric Motor
Geoffrey Brewer, Director of New Equipment Distribution, HECO All Systems Go
In this presentation we will be discussing the correct methods a buyer should take to ensure that the electric motor they are buying is the best available option for them. We will start off by looking at all the different types of motors used today in both commercial and industrial applications and the purpose each of these types serve. Next, using an AC motor that has been modified to view the internals, we will look at how a motor is constructed and the function of each component. We will then move on to the AC motor nameplate and what each part of the nameplate means. Finally, we will bring all these concepts together so that you, the buyer, will know that what you are buying will work both mechanically and electrically as a functional replacement.
i-ALERT Monitoring Solution – Vibration, Pressure, and Temperature Monitoring Solutions
David Rayle, Sr. Applications Engineer, ITT
Tracks tri-axial vibration, tri-axial kurtosis, temperature, and run-time hours 24/7/365. Wirelessly syncs data to the i-ALERT mobile app via Bluetooth Smart to the webportal and smart device app. Checks every five minutes and alarms if the equipment is outside normal operating conditions. Visual alerts notify users and wirelessly broadcast an alarm message. Industry first Bluetooth® certified compact wireless pressure transducer with long battery life makes a perfect fit for many industrial applications. Providing the ability to monitor fluid conditions and gather operating data to help identify and troubleshoot undesirable operating conditions 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Industrial Piezoelectric Accelerometers & Making Vibration Measurements using your tablet or smart phone
Piotr Gasiorczyk, Business Development Manager, IMI Sensors, a PCB Piezotronics Division
Often times, a piezoelectric accelerometer is the smallest tool required to make an accurate vibration measurement. We will look at how IMI manufactures these sensors and their different types, as well as how mounting can affect your measurement and how to handle them. With so many sensor options available, what can you ask yourselves in order to select the best sensor for your application? Also, everyone carries a smart phone or a tablet nowadays. With a digital output accelerometer you can now make a measurement when you are not close to your vibration data collector using your phone and a trusted piezoelectric accelerometer.
Industrial Vibration Hardware & Proper Mounting Methods
Jon Ferner, Northeast and Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Connection Technology Center
I will be explaining the piezo electric accelerometer build process, how the technology works and commonly used equipment in the industrial market. Also I will be describing and giving examples on the importance of proper mounting techniques.
IoT’s Impact on Bearings and Power Transmission
John Masek, Sr. Vice President, Bearing Service, Inc.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is impacting all of industry, making its way into products that we have used for years to repair our equipment. Learn what manufacturers of bearings and power transmission products are doing by using technology for predictive failure analysis and to affect common maintenance practices.
Linear Motion Fundamentals
Dean Burcroff, Branch Manager, Bearing Service, Inc.
Discuss the evolution of linear motion bearings, from round shaft to profile rail systems, and provide information regarding the best applications for each. Provide an overview of other linear motion products, including ball screws and linear actuators.
Motion Amplification: It’s so easy, even a caveman can see it
Vince Aldrich, Reliability Specialist, HECO PSG, Certified Motion Amplification Analyst, ISO Cat III Vib Analyst
& Sean Hickey, NE Regional Sales Manager, RDI Technologies, Certified Motion Amplification Analyst
You and your team have bought into vibration analysis, thermal imaging, ultrasonic as well as other predictive technologies. Now you are asking if you can believe in Motion Amplification…come see case study examples for yourself.
Motion Amplification™: New Developments You Haven’t Seen Yet
Dan Nower, VP of Business Development and Corporate Accounts, RDI Technologies
Did you know that you can create Motion Amplification™ movies with the data pasted right on it? Did you know that you can create a Motion Amplification™ movie that compares the before repair and after repair in a side-by-side comparison? Did you know that there is a much higher speed Motion Amplification™ camera that can capture much higher frequency events? These subjects and more will be detailed in this presentation. Stay tuned to learn about the new features in the 2.5 software release!
Motor Condition Monitoring using Online Motor Circuit Analysis
Michael Olszewski, President, Reliability Concepts
Predictive Online Motor Condition Monitoring. Learn how you can monitor the condition of critical assets using MCM “Motor Condition Monitoring”. MCM analyzes the motor electrical current and voltage signatures to determine and trend the health of your motor as well as the driven assets. See how defects and faults such as misalignment, unbalance, rotor problems, stator problems, incoming power anomalies, bearing defects, soft foot and others can be detected, trended and alarmed from a motor control center.
Partial Discharge measurement in low and medium voltage motors using surge testers
Jacob Beck, CEO, Electrom Instruments
PD in low voltage equipment occurs more often today than in the past. This is because of the increasing use of inverter drives that are not applied correctly. Measuring PD with a surge tester turns out to be an effective diagnostic and reliability tool both for problems with motors and for root cause analysis of the power system. Find out why PD happens, how it is measured, what standards are used, and how surge testers are applied for diagnostics and reliability purposes.
Positive Displacement Pumps versus Centrifugal Pumps
Robert Kalfs, Vice President Sales, Kerr Pump and Supply
Overview on how Positive Displacement pumps compare to Centrifugal. How they operate, selection, curves, and applications.
Reliability Maintenance is Good Medicine
Jason Spettel, Predictive Services Manager, HECO PSG, ISO Cat III Vib Analyst
Over time, it became evident to me that the technologies used by reliability personnel paralleled many of the technologies used in the medical practice. In this presentation we will compare the similarities between medical and industrial technologies and give examples of the use of these technologies.
Realizing World Class RCM – Practical Application for Success
David Frye – World-renowned Maintenance & Reliability Expert, ProServices
This presentation will cover the 3 major elements of implementing a successful/sustainable RCM strategy. It is based upon >90 actual case studies globally. Principally built upon Aircraft maintenance practices, but distilled down to an effective tool for least resource intensive implementation, execution & sustainment.
Required Data aligned with CMMS/EAM Applications and the Uptime Elements
Dave Reiber, CRL / CMRP, Senior Reliability Leader, Reliabilityweb.com, Uptime Magazine
The presentation will demonstrate how to build an association between the data gathered to support your maintenance processes, your reliability strategies, and the Uptime Elements Reliability Framework and Asset Management System. This presentation will have a Condition Monitoring focus, using the approach of “Begin with the End in Mind” to ensure we are solving actual business problems and achieving the aim or organizational objectives.
Ultrasound: Lubrication, Monitoring and More!!
Dean Wolever, UE Systems
I will be talking about the benefits of using ultrasound for bearing monitoring and proper lubrication, also the other benefits using ultrasound Technology!
Using a Framework for Reliability Strategy for Condition Monitoring
Dave Reiber, CRL / CMRP, Senior Reliability Leader, Reliabilityweb.com, Uptime Magazine
A framework that is recognized by everyone in your organization, supports top down, and bottom up activities, to assure everyone understands and participates in your Asset Management Process. The framework serves as a guide to keep your Reliability Culture moving forward.
VFD Induced Common Mode Voltage Mitigation
John Shepherd, Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Electro Static Technology-An ITW Company
All low input voltage PWM IGBT VFD’s create common mode voltages that destroy electric motor bearings through a process referred to as electrical discharge machining. The AEGIS Shaft Grounding Ring provides a guaranteed path of low electrical impedance for common mode voltages to divert their damaging effects away from the machines bearings to earth ground.
VFD Technology for Pumping Applications
David Rayle, Sr. Applications Engineer, ITT
Advanced pump Control Protection, and Optimization logic designed to prevent failures, improve pump reliability and maximize the Flow Economy of your process systems. PumpSmart® provides the next level in intelligent pumping by using a standard variable frequency drive (low voltage and medium voltage) and directly embedding pump specific algorithms into the drive.
What’s new @ HECO? Continuing to raise the bar.
Justin T. Hatfield, CMRP, President, HECO All Systems Go
A new type of presentation at this year’s RPM Symposium. HECO is moving many items forward to benefit our clients. This presentation will cover a variety of items that HECO has been working on in order to provide additional benefits to our clients. See the all new TracRat program for the first time, tablet-based job information, testing upgrades, computerized data acquisition systems, motion amplification, etc. This will show many of the items that HECO is working on to continue to raise the bar for electric motor and reliability service companies.
What is the motor repair process? (Part 1: Detailed Inspections)
Todd Hatfield, Senior Electrical Engineer, HECO – All Systems Go
This is part 1, of a two part seminar where we will discuss the Motor Repair Process and all the steps taken to achieve a premium rebuild. The discussion in Part 1, will walk you through what happens (Tests, measurements, standards and detailed documentation) as an electric motor is thoroughly inspected to identify the “as found” condition, to the point of Quoting it to the customer.
What is the motor repair process? (Part 2: Repairing for Reliability)
Todd Hatfield, Senior Electrical Engineer, HECO – All Systems Go
This is part 2, of a two part seminar where we will discuss the Motor Repair Process and all the steps taken to achieve a premium rebuild. We will continue the Motor Repair Process after approvals are given by the customer. We will outline the Repairing Process (What happens to your motor to properly fix it in a quality minded repair facility). Including the actual repairs that are made to bring the motor back to mechanical (Machine work) and electrical (Rewinding) standards along with documentation and quality steps up to the final full voltage test run …. So the motor is ready for operation.
Applying Variable Frequency Drives with Motors
Robert Meilinger, Account Manager, Siemens Industry
This class will discuss some of the key details required in applying AC motors on Adjustable Frequency Drives. The seminar will explore the inherent differences of applying an AC Induction Motor on across the line service vs. VFD. We will explore the effects on motor insulation life, heat and harmonic concerns and the ability to supply the rated torque and current needed to power your applications. We will also touch on the different types of applications and their specific profiles.
Are You Stuck in a Reactive State of Maintenance?
Mark S. Hatfield, Chief Executive Officer, HECO
It’s relatively common to walk into an industrial plant or facility and find that they are stuck in a reactive state of maintenance. Most of these facilities have a desire to change but don’t know how to get there. This presentation reviews what a reactive state of maintenance is, what the benefits are of switching to proactive maintenance, and how you can begin to get more proactive.
Basics of AC Electric Motors
Rick Drake, Channel Account Manager, Motor Business Unit, Siemens Industry, Inc.
This presentation will cover the basics of AC Induction Electric Motors. Starting with motor terms, acronyms, electric concepts, motor principles, motor construction, and different motor types.
Bearing Applications and Installation
Dean Burcroff, Branch Manager, Bearing Service, Inc.
This session will review the various types of ball and roller bearings and the construction, features and application for each. We will discuss bearing loads, fits, and best installation techniques, including demonstration of available tools used in the removal and installation of bearings.
Carbon Brush & Holder Technology Update
Bill Clark, Sales Representative, Helwig Carbon Products
Seminar covers the entire brush system used in DC motors and generators. Troubleshooting, upgrades, and some new brush applications.
Commutator Construction and Preventative Maintenance
Jason Trimarchi, Director of Business Development, ICC International
Commutator Construction and Preventative Maintenance
Considerations for DC to AC Motor Retro-fits
Tony Hood, Area Manager, TT Electric/MercerRPM
The Presentation discusses both the electrical and mechanical considerations for utilizing alternating current (AC) motors controlled by variable frequency drives (VFD) in place of direct current (DC) motors. Motor performance characteristics and control strategies are described for both as well as electrical energy efficiency improvement, temperature & insulation considerations, encoder feedback and mounting of units within existing DC motor footprint.
Couplings – An integral part of production efficiency
Manuel de Lama Santos, Business Developer – Couplings Team Lead, Flender
Couplings represent one of the assets in your application with the lowest cost. However, if they fail, the complete system stops having a big impact on the production efficiency. To avoid these situations it is imperative to ask the right questions when selecting couplings. And even after installing the right coupling there are topics to consider: Preventive maintenance, Stock of inexpensive wear parts, etc.
Encoders 101
Suzanne King, Sales Engineer, Avtron Encoders
Introductory educational session on how encoders work and how to specify them.
Form Coil Resin Penetration
Chase Fell, Corporate Engineering Manager, Jay Industrial
Concept overview of VPI process and Identifying how to make sure that you get the best resin penetration along with the latest VPI processing methods.
How to Get the Right Electric Motor
Geoffrey Brewer, Director of New Equipment Distribution, HECO All Systems Go
In this presentation we will be discussing the correct methods a buyer should take to ensure that the electric motor they are buying is the best available option for them. We will start off by looking at all the different types of motors used today in both commercial and industrial applications and the purpose each of these types serve. Next, using an AC motor that has been modified to view the internals, we will look at how a motor is constructed and the function of each component. We will then move on to the AC motor nameplate and what each part of the nameplate means. Finally, we will bring all these concepts together so that you, the buyer, will know that what you are buying will work both mechanically and electrically as a functional replacement.
i-ALERT Monitoring Solution – Vibration, Pressure, and Temperature Monitoring Solutions
David Rayle, Sr. Applications Engineer, ITT
Tracks tri-axial vibration, tri-axial kurtosis, temperature, and run-time hours 24/7/365. Wirelessly syncs data to the i-ALERT mobile app via Bluetooth Smart to the webportal and smart device app. Checks every five minutes and alarms if the equipment is outside normal operating conditions. Visual alerts notify users and wirelessly broadcast an alarm message. Industry first Bluetooth® certified compact wireless pressure transducer with long battery life makes a perfect fit for many industrial applications. Providing the ability to monitor fluid conditions and gather operating data to help identify and troubleshoot undesirable operating conditions 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Industrial Piezoelectric Accelerometers & Making Vibration Measurements using your tablet or smart phone
Piotr Gasiorczyk, Business Development Manager, IMI Sensors, a PCB Piezotronics Division
Often times, a piezoelectric accelerometer is the smallest tool required to make an accurate vibration measurement. We will look at how IMI manufactures these sensors and their different types, as well as how mounting can affect your measurement and how to handle them. With so many sensor options available, what can you ask yourselves in order to select the best sensor for your application? Also, everyone carries a smart phone or a tablet nowadays. With a digital output accelerometer you can now make a measurement when you are not close to your vibration data collector using your phone and a trusted piezoelectric accelerometer.
Industrial Vibration Hardware & Proper Mounting Methods
Jon Ferner, Northeast and Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Connection Technology Center
I will be explaining the piezo electric accelerometer build process, how the technology works and commonly used equipment in the industrial market. Also I will be describing and giving examples on the importance of proper mounting techniques.
IoT’s Impact on Bearings and Power Transmission
John Masek, Sr. Vice President, Bearing Service, Inc.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is impacting all of industry, making its way into products that we have used for years to repair our equipment. Learn what manufacturers of bearings and power transmission products are doing by using technology for predictive failure analysis and to affect common maintenance practices.
Linear Motion Fundamentals
Dean Burcroff, Branch Manager, Bearing Service, Inc.
Discuss the evolution of linear motion bearings, from round shaft to profile rail systems, and provide information regarding the best applications for each. Provide an overview of other linear motion products, including ball screws and linear actuators.
Motion Amplification: It’s so easy, even a caveman can see it
Vince Aldrich, Reliability Specialist, HECO PSG, Certified Motion Amplification Analyst, ISO Cat III Vib Analyst
& Sean Hickey, NE Regional Sales Manager, RDI Technologies, Certified Motion Amplification Analyst
You and your team have bought into vibration analysis, thermal imaging, ultrasonic as well as other predictive technologies. Now you are asking if you can believe in Motion Amplification…come see case study examples for yourself.
Motion Amplification™: New Developments You Haven’t Seen Yet
Dan Nower, VP of Business Development and Corporate Accounts, RDI Technologies
Did you know that you can create Motion Amplification™ movies with the data pasted right on it? Did you know that you can create a Motion Amplification™ movie that compares the before repair and after repair in a side-by-side comparison? Did you know that there is a much higher speed Motion Amplification™ camera that can capture much higher frequency events? These subjects and more will be detailed in this presentation. Stay tuned to learn about the new features in the 2.5 software release!
Motor Condition Monitoring using Online Motor Circuit Analysis
Michael Olszewski, President, Reliability Concepts
Predictive Online Motor Condition Monitoring. Learn how you can monitor the condition of critical assets using MCM “Motor Condition Monitoring”. MCM analyzes the motor electrical current and voltage signatures to determine and trend the health of your motor as well as the driven assets. See how defects and faults such as misalignment, unbalance, rotor problems, stator problems, incoming power anomalies, bearing defects, soft foot and others can be detected, trended and alarmed from a motor control center.
Partial Discharge measurement in low and medium voltage motors using surge testers
Jacob Beck, CEO, Electrom Instruments
PD in low voltage equipment occurs more often today than in the past. This is because of the increasing use of inverter drives that are not applied correctly. Measuring PD with a surge tester turns out to be an effective diagnostic and reliability tool both for problems with motors and for root cause analysis of the power system. Find out why PD happens, how it is measured, what standards are used, and how surge testers are applied for diagnostics and reliability purposes.
Positive Displacement Pumps versus Centrifugal Pumps
Robert Kalfs, Vice President Sales, Kerr Pump and Supply
Overview on how Positive Displacement pumps compare to Centrifugal. How they operate, selection, curves, and applications.
Reliability Maintenance is Good Medicine
Jason Spettel, Predictive Services Manager, HECO PSG, ISO Cat III Vib Analyst
Over time, it became evident to me that the technologies used by reliability personnel paralleled many of the technologies used in the medical practice. In this presentation we will compare the similarities between medical and industrial technologies and give examples of the use of these technologies.
Realizing World Class RCM – Practical Application for Success
David Frye – World-renowned Maintenance & Reliability Expert, ProServices
This presentation will cover the 3 major elements of implementing a successful/sustainable RCM strategy. It is based upon >90 actual case studies globally. Principally built upon Aircraft maintenance practices, but distilled down to an effective tool for least resource intensive implementation, execution & sustainment.
Required Data aligned with CMMS/EAM Applications and the Uptime Elements
Dave Reiber, CRL / CMRP, Senior Reliability Leader, Reliabilityweb.com, Uptime Magazine
The presentation will demonstrate how to build an association between the data gathered to support your maintenance processes, your reliability strategies, and the Uptime Elements Reliability Framework and Asset Management System. This presentation will have a Condition Monitoring focus, using the approach of “Begin with the End in Mind” to ensure we are solving actual business problems and achieving the aim or organizational objectives.
Ultrasound: Lubrication, Monitoring and More!!
Dean Wolever, UE Systems
I will be talking about the benefits of using ultrasound for bearing monitoring and proper lubrication, also the other benefits using ultrasound Technology!
Using a Framework for Reliability Strategy for Condition Monitoring
Dave Reiber, CRL / CMRP, Senior Reliability Leader, Reliabilityweb.com, Uptime Magazine
A framework that is recognized by everyone in your organization, supports top down, and bottom up activities, to assure everyone understands and participates in your Asset Management Process. The framework serves as a guide to keep your Reliability Culture moving forward.
VFD Induced Common Mode Voltage Mitigation
John Shepherd, Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Electro Static Technology-An ITW Company
All low input voltage PWM IGBT VFD’s create common mode voltages that destroy electric motor bearings through a process referred to as electrical discharge machining. The AEGIS Shaft Grounding Ring provides a guaranteed path of low electrical impedance for common mode voltages to divert their damaging effects away from the machines bearings to earth ground.
VFD Technology for Pumping Applications
David Rayle, Sr. Applications Engineer, ITT
Advanced pump Control Protection, and Optimization logic designed to prevent failures, improve pump reliability and maximize the Flow Economy of your process systems. PumpSmart® provides the next level in intelligent pumping by using a standard variable frequency drive (low voltage and medium voltage) and directly embedding pump specific algorithms into the drive.
What’s new @ HECO? Continuing to raise the bar.
Justin T. Hatfield, CMRP, President, HECO All Systems Go
A new type of presentation at this year’s RPM Symposium. HECO is moving many items forward to benefit our clients. This presentation will cover a variety of items that HECO has been working on in order to provide additional benefits to our clients. See the all new TracRat program for the first time, tablet-based job information, testing upgrades, computerized data acquisition systems, motion amplification, etc. This will show many of the items that HECO is working on to continue to raise the bar for electric motor and reliability service companies.
What is the motor repair process? (Part 1: Detailed Inspections)
Todd Hatfield, Senior Electrical Engineer, HECO – All Systems Go
This is part 1, of a two part seminar where we will discuss the Motor Repair Process and all the steps taken to achieve a premium rebuild. The discussion in Part 1, will walk you through what happens (Tests, measurements, standards and detailed documentation) as an electric motor is thoroughly inspected to identify the “as found” condition, to the point of Quoting it to the customer.
What is the motor repair process? (Part 2: Repairing for Reliability)
Todd Hatfield, Senior Electrical Engineer, HECO – All Systems Go
This is part 2, of a two part seminar where we will discuss the Motor Repair Process and all the steps taken to achieve a premium rebuild. We will continue the Motor Repair Process after approvals are given by the customer. We will outline the Repairing Process (What happens to your motor to properly fix it in a quality minded repair facility). Including the actual repairs that are made to bring the motor back to mechanical (Machine work) and electrical (Rewinding) standards along with documentation and quality steps up to the final full voltage test run …. So the motor is ready for operation.