(printable outline)This seminar is designed for those individuals who are familiar with the concepts covered in our Basic Industrial Electricity seminar and want to further their training in this field. Attending Basic Industrial Electricity is not a prerequisite for attending this seminar, but it is recommended.
This seminar will cover three phase motors in more detail than Basic Industrial Electricity. Motor construction, nameplate data, and principles of operations will be discussed as well as terminal markings, electrical connections, and enclosure styles. Attend this seminar and learn how to properly size overloads, fuses and circuit breakers to protect motors. The attendee will learn the common causes of failure for electric motors and the proper steps necessary in troubleshooting. PLCs will also be introduced and discussed in the context of how they apply to maintenance personnel. This will be a good introduction for someone who knows little about them. We will discuss general operation and basic troubleshooting procedures. The material covered in this electrical training will be practical and is designed to make an immediate positive impact to your maintenance department.
The Attendees Will Learn:
- Three Phase Motors (watch video)
- Motor Nameplate Information (watch video)
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Ground Fault/Short Circuit Protection
- Overload Protection
- Motor Starters (watch video)
- Motor Troubleshooting
- Common Causes of Motor Failure
- Introduction to PLCs
- Troubleshooting PLC Controlled Equipment
“I’ll be able to save by not having to outsource and have a better idea of where to start looking for trouble before it happens.”
-Doug Johnston, Stock Farm Club