Every industrial process has some sort of rotation. Operational problems develop when a vibration is present. That can lead to failures. Over time, operating conditions change. For example, motors, shafts, wheels and other industrial equipment can accumulate debris, couplings wear and bearing housings become loose. CMT can do a vibrational analysis to determine the root […]
In-service inspections help gearboxes work better
Always have your gearboxes and gearing in tip-top shape with scheduled inspections on in-service equipment. CMT will advise customers of condition and make recommendations to make sure your equipment is always in working order.
CMT can facilitate motors for new applications and replacements
There are two new motor purchasing categories: OEM for new applications and replacement for existing applications. While replacement sounds like a simple process, it oftentimes is not. CMT recommends you get a picture of the nameplate or provide CMT the most significant information, such as HP, RPM, frame and volts. And while the nameplate information […]
Blower wheel and motor repairs available at CMT
Blower wheels are the main component in air handling equipment. CMT can evaluate the wheel and motor and offer: ultrasonic and magnaflux testing; machine housings, shafts and hubs; fabricate new components and dynamic balance through several thousand pounds at our facility or on-site.
CMT can help with motor warranty work
Once an electric motor is received by the end user, it is labeled as warranty. A manufacturer’s warranty is a failure due to material or workmanship in a specified time. The process of reporting to the manufacturer needs to be followed, and CMT can assist. Some examples of warranty work include: A motor with the […]
Planned maintenance outages save time and money
Planned maintenance outages prevent lengthy downtime for your business. Let CMT help you with your planned maintenance outages. Have your electric motors, gearboxes, pumps, blower units and production machinery evaluated and refurbished. CMT is a one-stop service center for all your electrical, mechanical, machine work, motor rewind and fabrication.
Magnetic chuck services available at CMT
Magnetic chucks are used in many industrial applications, such as milling machines, drilling and surface grinding. Rotating chucks are popular for lathe and indexing. Magnetic chucks are designed to hold a component in a fixed location to perform a task. CMT provides complete service to include manufacturing new internal coils, potting in epoxy and assembly.
CMT can ID root cause of failures and make repairs
CMT has the resources to redesign process machines and motors and can also help identify the root cause of failures and make repairs. This line shaft was modified with machine indicators for alignment and split couplings.
CMT can keep your motor running
Did you know that all electric motors are supplied with a nameplate that provides voltage information? Motors are designed and efficiency rated at the balanced nameplate voltage. Deviating voltage up or down changes torque and temperature. All deviations impact motor life. CMT can identify and provide solutions to keep your motor running.
Preventative maintenance saves time and money
New technology helps predict machinery conditions with high accuracy. Laser alignment, vibration analysis, Babbitt bearing and bearing journal inspections, FARO studies and motor insulation integrity are just a few of the preventative maintenance options CMT provides to mitigate repairs and save companies money.