Maintenance
June 1, 2022
The Right Way to Sample a Transformer
Transformer sampling is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to determine what is going on in our transformers, but […]
December 1, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Vibration Analysis
Vibration analysis is an essential maintenance process for electric motors today. This article breaks down everything you need to know […]
October 13, 2021
6 Top Motor Preventative Maintenance Procedures
At Southwest Electric Co, we know how important electric motor preventative maintenance is when it comes to increasing the life […]
July 19, 2021
Your Electrical Distribution System Checklist
Industry retirements and maintenance department budget cuts often result in lost knowledge and documentation gaps that can be difficult to […]
May 24, 2021
How to Determine Transformer Criticality
Determining transformer criticality is an important step towards turning your existing maintenance plan (or lack of) into a reliability-centered maintenance […]
April 14, 2021
4 Common AC Motor Issues
Electrical AC motor issues can arise from a variety of causes and, if ignored, may result in equipment inefficiency or […]
March 30, 2021
5 Electrical Distribution System Mapping Methods
The electrical distribution system is often taken for granted until the lights are off and production has ground to a […]
March 3, 2021
Top 5 Switchgear Preventative Maintenance Must-do’s
If your facility’s priorities involve safety, extending equipment life, or meeting a budget, mastering switchgear preventative maintenance is essential to […]