Dramatic energy and cost savings can be achieved in motor systems by applying best energy management practices and purchasing energy-efficiency equipment. Use the software tools, training, and publications listed below to save energy in motors.
MOTORS TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS
Improving Motor and Drive System Performance – A Sourcebook for Industry
Premium Efficiency Motor Selection and Application Guide – A Handbook for Industry
Continuous Energy Improvement in Motor Driven Systems – A Guidebook for Industry
Buying an Energy-Efficient Electric Motor
Energy Management for Motor-Driven Systems
Optimizing Your Motor-Driven System
Pulp and Paper Mills: Profiting from Efficient Motor System Use
United States Industrial Electric Motor Systems Market Opportunities Assessment
United States Industrial Motor Systems Market Opportunities Assessment: Executive Summary
A Glimpse at What's Between the Covers of the Market Assessment
Replacing an Oversized and Underloaded Electric Motor
Determining Electric Motor Load and Efficiency
Save Energy Now in Your Motor-Driven Systems
Model Repair Specifications for Low Voltage Induction Motors
MOTORS TIP SHEETS
When to Purchase Premium Efficiency Motors
Estimating Motor Efficiency in the Field
Extend the Operating Life of Your Motor
The Importance of Motor Shaft Alignment
Replace V-Belts with Notched or Synchronous Belt Drives
Avoid Nuisance Tripping with Premium Efficiency Motors
Eliminate Excessive In-Plant Distribution System Voltage Drops
Improve Motor Operation at Off-Design Voltages
Turn Motors Off When Not in Use
Adjustable Speed Drive Part-Load Efficiency
Is it Cost-Effective to Replace Old Eddy-Current Drives?
Magnetically Coupled Adjustable Speed Motor Drives
When Should Inverter-Duty Motors Be Specified?
Minimize Adverse Motor and Adjustable Speed Drive Interactions
ENERGY SYSTEM ASSESSMENT TOOLS
NEW MOTOR SYSTEMS MARKET ASSESSMENT
AMO and LBNL are currently developing an update to the original Motor Systems Market Assessment.
The landmark 1998 study of industrial motor systems led to a greater understanding of efficiency opportunities in motor driven systems. A new study is underway to better understand the additional opportunities for energy efficiency improvement.