Electric motor systems are account for a large consumption of electricity in any nation. Electricity is extensively consumed by electric motors not only in the industrial sector but also in domestic, commercial, transportation and agricultural sectors. Improving electric motors’ efficiency and subsequently the equipment they drive can help in saving energy, decreasing operating costs and enhancing the productivity of the nation.

The role of the industrial sector in mitigating greenhouse gases emissions is a vital one and a lot can be achieved if the GHG emissions from the industrial sector can be decreased to a great extent. One of the ways to make this happen is to install energy efficient electric motors in as many of their applications. What with the issue of global warming taking center-stage in the world, emphasizing the significance of energy efficient motors in the industrial sector is a matter of top priority. The annual cost incurred on energy consumption by electric motors surpasses its initial cost many times over.  Hence, it does make sense to introduce energy efficient motors in as many applications possible and gain advantage of huge savings in energy bills.

An energy efficiency motor, to put in simple terms is a motor that provides same output strength in spite of consuming lower amounts of power as compared to a standard electric motor. This is due to some differences in the make of the standard and the energy efficient motor. The energy efficient motor has increased copper amounts in the windings, decreased fan losses and greater operating efficiencies in comparison to the standard electric motor. Though its purchase price is more than that of standard electric motors this can be easily recovered in the future through the energy cost savings.

There are several advantages to be gained besides electric power saving and reduced carbon emissions through the installation of energy efficient motors in your industrial setup. Satisfactory operations under abnormal voltage, less operating temperature, longer insulation and bearing lives, higher service provision, lower vibration and thereby lower noise levels are some of them. Most of the electric motor dealers offer longer warranties on their energy efficient models. There are many trustworthy models in the market like Bharat Bijlee energy efficient IE2 motors or the energy efficient versions of Crompton Greaves electric motors and more to choose from depending upon your needs and requirements.  Crompton Greaves has in fact developed a wide-ranging line of high efficiency electric motors that confirm to national and international standards.

You can consider purchasing energy efficient motors in several circumstances; while considering major changes to existing processes, for all new installations, buying equipment packages like HVAC systems, compressors and pumps, replacing under-loaded or oversized motors and lastly as a part of energy conservation or preventive maintenance program.

During the purchase process, do consider certain factors before making the final choice. They include choosing a correctly sized motor, motors with similar full load speeds for centrifugal load applications and lastly those with low electrical resistance.

So save energy, save money and save the atmosphere from pollution by installing energy efficient motors wherever feasible!