What is motor management and why is NYSERDA focusing on it?
Motor Decisions Matter (MDM) defines a motor management plan as a set of policies and practices that address common motor decisions before they become a crisis. By pursuing a plan and consciously evaluating potential actions before motors fail, companies can base decisions on lowest life-cycle-cost and ensure motor availability, enhanced productivity, and lower energy costs. According to MDM, the Department of Energy estimates that greater attention to motor system management can reduce energy costs by as much as 18 percent. Many motor purchasers create motor management plans because the potential financial losses generated by unscheduled downtime are their greatest concern. A motor management plan can help minimize this threat.
