March 2021

Focus on: Drives, Motors & Controls Energy & Environmental Management generation capacity by 2050, against a 2017 baseline, if it is to meet its long-term net-zero goal. This is due to projected increases in demand and industry makes up a large percentage of that total. It is, therefore, important that industrial users are offered clear advice on the changes they can make and the benefits that can be gained, both short and long-term. The various solutions available need to be tailored to the application to ensure the opportunities are maximised. Correct specifications The use of more efficient motors is the most obvious starting point, but equally important is matching the power output to the application. So often in the past, motors have been over- specified, ‘just in case’, or to account for ageing, loss of efficiency and to be on the safe side. This flawed thinking means a greater use of resources to manufacture the motor and wasted energy in operating it. It is essential that the initial motor specification process is completed professionally, especially when a replacement component is being installed; like-for-like is rarely an acceptable solution. At the same time, looking at the bigger picture is essential if the benefits of a high- efficiency motor are to be realised. Simply connecting it to an inefficient fan or gearbox, renders the advantages almost to zero. Taking a holistic approach to the complete drivetrain is very important and this will ensure the savings in the future are maximised. Ultimately, we make our choices based on the information we have available at the time. Those in the service and repair sector have a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be used to the advantage of everyone. By providing operators with more information on new technologies and improvements in control techniques, there is an opportunity for them to make better decisions. Promoting Engineering Excellence A EMTmembers are highly skilled Electrical andMechanical engineers o昀en prepared to work round the clock to collect, repair and return faulty equipment, and keep down琀me to a minimum. Most supply, service, and rewind electric motors, and look at the most economical and energy e cient solu琀on. The majority also repair pumps with some opera琀ng in con昀ned spaces to remove and re昀t centrifugal and submersible pumps. Many also service gear boxes. AEMT members work to prevent problems and are probably the largest network na琀onally and interna琀onally of companies able to carry out thermography, vibra琀on analysis, and laser alignment. Their mechanical ability to rebuild and refurbish items is legendary. Many AEMT companies are trained to repair and work in Hazardous Areas, and most o昀er the quality expected with ISO9001. So when you require help quickly at 1 am in the morning, or 5 pm on a Sunday a昀ernoon, help is at hand! Whether you are in the UK or in Miri in Borneo, just look up the AEMT Website for a list of companies that are able to help you. Remember: www.theaemt.com Image credit: Quartzelec Take the crisis out of an Emergency The AEMT The Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) was founded in 1945. It is an International Association representing leading companies in the electrical and mechanical service and repair industry. Members manufacture, distribute, install, service, maintain, and repair, electric motors, drives, pumps, fans, gearboxes, generators, transformers, switchgear, and ancillary equipment. In addition to motor and pump service facilities, most members operate mechanical engineering workshops for metal fabrication and the repair and refurbishment of worn components. Others include panel building facilities and some carry out repairs to industrial electronic equipment. Associate Members are companies that supply products and services to Members. Proceeding the publication of AEMT’s and BEAMA’s jointly produced first code of practice for The Repair and Overhaul of Electrical Equipment for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres, which was adopted as the initial IEC 60079-19 international standard. The association has put together a selection of Training modules covering the Theory and Practical nature to ATEX and IECEx equipment repair. The modules are delivered as accredited training courses by expert teams across the globe.