Day 1
The first day starts with a written review of the basic MCEMAX™ operation and data analysis techniques focusing on three-phase squirrel-cage AC motors. During the review the students are supplied with a formatted note-taking guide. Following the review is a classroom lecture/discussion on both offline (de-energized) Motor Circuit Evaluation (MCE™) and online (EMAX) testing analysis using the six Fault Zones. 

Day 2
This day is dedicated to in-depth review of the six Fault Zones and how to develop a process of applying both online and offline tests to evaluate the condition of the motor. Individual case studies as well as the students own data will be used to support the learning points. 

Day 3
This day is spent covering special testing applications such as how to set up for testing VFDs, using Advance Spectral Analysis (ASA) Demodulation current signature testing to aid in evaluating mechanical issues, and special software test settings for certain types of grounding in the distribution system that may affect Power Analysis test results. The remainder of the course is spent reviewing the customer’s database.

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Why MCEMAX™?
Quality Assurance
Air Gap Fault Zone
Insulation Fault Zone
Power Circuit Fault Zone
Power Quality Fault Zone
Rotor Fault Zone
Stator Fault Zone
Insulation Case Study

Free Webinar
The Dreaded Saturday Call
To learn the story of The Dreaded Saturday Call and how it can be avoided if proper quality assurance motor testing takes place, join Noah Bethel, vice president of product development, and Todd Gunderson, vice president of sales and marketing, for an informative free webinar at 2:00 PM EST on February 15, 2012. For more information and to register contact Lona at lona@pdma.com.

MCEGold 2.4 Released
PdMA continually strives to enhance their product to accommodate their international and domestic users' needs and this update reflects that commitment. This release includes enhancements to the software and introduces the new international language feature. Currently the software is available in English, Spanish, and Chinese. In the near future Italian, German, Portuguese, French, and Russian will be available, with additional languages to follow.

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2012 Training Schedule Posted
The PdMA training schedule for 2011 has been posted.
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2010 Best Motor Testing Program Winner
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MCEGold 2.3.1 Released
MCEGold Version 2.3.1 adds various features for network and stand-alone users.
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MCEGold 2.2 Released
MCEGold Version 2.2 introduces two new modules, Asset Scheduler and Energy Cost Analysis.
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Introducing MTAP3
The affordable MTAP3 offers the ability to safely capture data in many of the smallest enclosures where the MTAP2 cannot be installed.
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Now Available Online:
Bridging the Gap:
Communicating Motor
Reliability to Management
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