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Our growing library of articles written by Southwest Electric Co’s team of experts provide information on various subjects including transformers, motors, switchgear, field services, and more. Scroll down or choose a category below to see what our experts can help you learn.
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December 10, 2021
Why Arc Flash Mitigation is Worth It
An arc flash event poses tremendous risk toward safety of personnel, damage of property, and extended loss of productivity. Agencies […]
Read MoreDecember 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 […]
Read MoreNovember 5, 2021
Most Common Custom Transformer Options
At Southwest Electric Co, we are experts in building custom distribution class oil-filled transformers with options unique to a wide […]
Read MoreOctober 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 […]
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2021
A Guide to Understanding Arc Flash Assessment Results
Perhaps you’ve been assigned to make sure your facility is meeting NFPA 70E compliance or you’ve been handed arc flash […]
Read MoreJuly 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 […]
Read MoreJune 14, 2021
3 Effective Electrical System Upgrades
Managing facilities with old equipment can be tough, especially when trying to keep up with production needs, safety, reliability, regulations, […]
Read MoreMay 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 […]
Read MoreApril 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 […]
Read MoreMarch 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 […]
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