We are pleased to announce that Joe Wagner has joined the Company as an Outside Sales Reliability Specialist based in Decatur. Joe comes to us after spending the last 22 years in the construction industry, most recently serving as a Superintendent for A-Lert Construction in Decatur. Joe will work with current and prospective customers in a variety of industries that we serve. Connect with Joe on LinkedIn.
Does this sound familiar? Run a motor to failure. Buy a new motor. Rinse and repeat.
When a motor runs until failure it causes unplanned production downtime and emergency maintenance. At that point, the cost to repair the motor is generally not economical and a new motor has to be purchased. As the preferred vendor for this customer, we instituted a tracking spreadsheet to note when a motor was removed prior to failure and the cost to repair versus running a motor to failure and the cost to replace. The difference in cost proved how predictive and preventative maintenance practices offered through Decatur Industrial Electric can extend motor life and increase reliability.
Part of our protocol with this customer now includes vibration analysis on critical equipment to identify areas of concern, lubrication program, and energy efficiency analysis of motors serviced against replacement motors. Contact a reliability specialist to see how we can implement a predictive maintenance program at your facility.
When an electric motor experiences performance problems or fails prematurely, the cause can frequently be traced to an incorrect voltage specification. Avoiding these errors is easy if one simple rule is followed: Rated motor voltage should be slightly lower than rated transformer (distribution) voltage.
As the world’s leading provider of motors for more than 100 years you need to be bold, to evolve, to innovate, to meet customer’s needs the moment they arise. It takes ingenuity – and every day at Siemens Norwood, they bring to life high quality products and services to customers around the world.
Take a few minutes to watch this video showcasing work behind the scenes at Siemens Norwood, OH facility.
Linda has been with us for over 27 years, working in the accounting department covering payroll and accounts payable. She takes great pride in helping our customers and vendors. With 27 years 
at the Company, she has worked with many great people over the years. Some of her fondest memories include working with Claud Thompson, who founded the Company in 1952. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, and browsing flea markets and antique malls.