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Surge testing provides comprehensive motor winding analysis

Electric motors can and do fail while in service. If motors are not monitored on a frequent basis, a failure can lead to a forced outage. Such outages are often very costly production stopping events. In order to maximize service life, a motor can be inspected with an instrument known

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Happy Fourth of July!

This weekend will be filled with pools and picnics, but let’s offer a moment of thanks for the gift of freedom. God Bless America! A heartfelt thanks to all those who serve in our Military.  

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CMT: Keeping you cool all summer long

The hot weather is coming this weekend. Weather forecast looks great. Did you know we keep you cool in the summer? Electric power is transmitted to consumers and industry through sub-stations that utilize large transformers. These large transformers require cooling fans, which are especially critical in hot weather. Various types

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Rotating high speeds call for Babbitt bearings

Babbitt bearings are found in heavy industrial machinery, such as compressors, turbines, electric motors, large power generators – anything high speed that rotates. Babbitt bearings are often times called centrifugal castings and their terms can be used interchangeably. Basically, Babbitt bearings are made when a mold is continuously rotated at

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Save money in this tough economy

It’s a tough economy for anyone in the manufacturing sector right now. We understand that and are here to help by offering two money saving suggestions: predictive maintenance programs and electric motor rewinds. Predictive maintenance programs do come with a price, but they are designed to head off problems before

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Break down Memorial Day weekend? We can help.

As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, know if you run into trouble, we are just a call away. City Machine Technologies, Inc.’s technicians are complemented by four fully-equipped service vans that deliver the amenities of our shops – day or night. Each truck contains hardware, safety equipment and the tools

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