Power Quality &
Motors and Drives

Topic	Outcomes
Part 1: Power Quality	Understand the critical safety precautions necessary when using test tools to identify common power quality problems. Identify the most effective recording modes for troubleshooting power quality issues. Examine the crucial role of earthing in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of power system wiring. Learn how to use Fluke analysis and reporting software to improve asset management. Discover how to select the ideal Fluke tool tailored to your specific application.
Part 2: Motors and Drives	Discover common failure modes of motors. Learn how to measure parameters to determine motor status. Understand common failure modes of variable speed drives (VSDs). Learn how to measure parameters to determine VSD status. Select the correct instruments for motor and VSD diagnostics.

• Consulting Engineers, Mechanical Service Technicians and Maintenance Electricians looking to enhance their skills to make the most of their or client’s equipment.
• Electrician System Designers looking to improve their understanding of power quality in their systems.
• Asset Managers looking to increase energy efficiency and extend the lifespan of their assets.
• Any Electrician, Technician, or Maintenance Professional looking to enhance their knowledge of and skills relating to thermography and/or power quality.

Time	Sessions
Part 1: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM	Gain a comprehensive understanding of Power Quality theory. Hands-on practice with Power Quality tools for real-world applications. Learn effective techniques to rectify common Power Quality issues. Explore typical scenarios and develop strategies for resolution. Master the essentials of Earth Grounding principles. Apply practical techniques for ensuring effective Earth Grounding.
Part 2: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM	Exploring common failure Modes in Motor, including: Insulation PI, DAR, DD Power usage Thermal Rise Vibration Selecting and using the correct tool to measure the failures in motors, exploring common failure Modes in VSD, including: Power usage and harmonics DC Bus Output Firing Pulses Output Motor Current Shaft Voltage Selecting and using the correct tool to measure the failures in VSD, creating reports for justifying corrective actions.

What you will need

It is encouraged that each participant brings a Windows 10 laptop to the workshop.

Prerequisites:

Working level knowledge. This course assumes you have at minimum an understanding of industrial concepts relevant to a practical working industrial environment.

Time commitment:

Each segment will span 4 hours, totaling 8 hours for the entire workshop. Refreshments including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea will be provided.