The Truth About Energy-Efficient Motors

Everyone wants to save energy. It costs less to use less energy. It's the "green" and "cool" thing to do. And if you are in the market for a motor, the government may soon pay you to replace your inefficient motors with new, energy-efficient NEMA premium ® versions.

So, then, you might think that buying a premium-efficient motor is the answer to your energy usage problems. But you would be overlooking an important fact: an energy efficient motor is only one piece of the energy savings puzzle. While premium-efficient motors do help to reduce energy usage, they are by no means a cure-all to every energy consumption problem.

For the highest energy savings, it's important to look at the entire drive-train when searching for ways to improve efficiency. Consider carefully the misconceptions that surround energy-efficient motors, and be sure you are investing your money wisely to save the most energy possible.