Regal Rexnord Insights
Regal Rexnord Insights is the home for product basics, application solution stories, industry trends, blogs and more.
As a leading global producer of electric motors, power transmission products and related components, Regal Rexnord helps create a better tomorrow with sustainable solutions that power, transmit & control motion. We make indoor air quality products used in hospitals, homes, and senior living facilities; industrial equipment that supports food, beverage, and pharmaceutical production; and conveying equipment and components that help warehouses function.
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Commercial HVAC Motors to Stock for Your Spring and Summer Supply
Spring and summer are around the corner. For most professional repair technicians, building maintenance professionals, and equipment planners, this means stocking up on the products and components your business needs to maintain fast and reliable service for your customers.
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What Do Thermal Protectors and Resets in your Motors Mean?
Thermal protectors, also known as overload devices or inherent motor protection, are safety mechanisms that activate or “trip” motor operations in the event of a motor overheating/overloading.
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5 Tips for Gearmotor Installation and Application
Some gearmotor applications subject these motors to overloads that threaten the motor’s life expectancy. Read tips for gearmotor application and installation.
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How Variable Speed Jet and Booster Pump Motors Can Help You
Do you have a loud or inefficient home or business water system? Learn how variable speed drives can make speed jet and booster pump motors more efficient.
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Electric Motor Overview
Learn about the types of electric motors, terminology, and how they work. We cover AC and DC motors, their enclosures, environments, and mounting features.
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Why Use A Drive with Your Motor?
Common within the motor and industrial markets, drives offer customization and control over motor output. Learn about why you might use a drive for your motor and the options you have.
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Why the VGreen EVO™ Motor?
The VGreen EVO™ is the newest Century® pool pump motor to hit the market, offering variable speed technology so your swimming pool can operate more efficiently.
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What Is the Typical Life Expectancy of an AC Motor?
Motor life expectancy is an important decision-maker in any motor purchase with many influencing factors. Learn more about ideal motor conditions, today.
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What Is an OEM Part?
What is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) part and when is a universal part a better option for HVAC technicians?
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Replacing Most Commonly Failed HVAC Motors
Knowing your options when it comes to replacing HVAC motors and induced draft blowers can lead to easier installation and more satisfied customers.
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ABCs of Commercial and Residential Motors
You can find electric motors working all around you. Learn about some of the common terms and phrases used in the commercial and residential motor industry.
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New Department of Energy (DOE) Pool Pump & Motor Regulations
Department of Energy (DOE) Dedicated Purpose Pool Pump (DPPP) regulations take effect in July 2021 and will require a variable speed pool pump and motor.
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How ECM Motors are Making a Difference
Electronically commutated motors (ECM) revolutionized the motor market when they hit the shelf in 1987. Thanks to Genteq, industries such as commercial HVAC/R found a new alternative to the standard induction motor using permanent magnet technology.
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How Reducing HVAC Motor Inventory on Your Truck Can Improve Your Bottom Line
Learn how the benefits of reducing HVAC inventory on your truck to improve your bottom line, reduce labor and travel costs and improve customer satisfaction.
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Top Considerations of a Washdown Duty Motor
Washdown duty motors are constructed to withstand a wide range of environments and applications. It can be difficult to sort through the noise of motor listings, but by focusing on these top considerations you’ll be able to narrow down your options quickly!