MotorMaster+
Windows-based version of MotorMaster, with additional features to help energy coordinators at industrial facilities implement an effective energy management program. MotorMaster+ contains a motor inventory module, where motor nameplate data is stored and linked to utility, facility, plant and process information. It includes a field measurement and operating data storage repository. Also, descriptor searches may be performed to target inefficient or energy-intensive motors and motor-driven processes, and those which operate under abnormal or suboptimal conditions. Batch analyses can be run for new motor purchases, rewinds, or changeouts of operable motors with energy-efficient replacements. Life cycle costing, energy accounting, and program evaluation features are included. MotorMaster+ is easy to learn and use. It incorporates many Windows information display and management features such as destination buttons, tabs which separate information screens, toolbar commands, and combo box menus. MotorMaster+ is also equipped with context-sensitive online help.
Keywords
motors, premium efficiency, motor management, industrial efficiency
Validation/Testing
MotorMaster+ has been extensively alpha and beta tested by an industrial energy users group. It was initially released in 1996 and has been refined many times since then.
Expertise Required
Basic familiarity with computers.
Users
Thousands.
Audience
Energy manager, owners and engineers considering replacing motors.
Input
Size, speed of motors and type of application.
Output
Performance and cost data on available motors on the size and speed range specified.
Computer Platform
DOS 3.3 or higher, and Windows 3.1 or higher, hard disk.
Programming Language
Database
Strengths
Easy to use selection of most efficient and cost-effective three-phase motors for a specific application. Database updated annually to reflect changes in minimum efficiency standards and to add new motors to the database. On-line help available.
Weaknesses
May not take into account interactions with other building systems.
Contact
Company: |
Advanced Manufacturing Office |
Address: |
Room 5F-065, MS EE-2F |
Telephone: |
202-586-9488 |
E-mail: |
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Website: |
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/manufacturing/tech_deployment/software_motormaster.html |
Availability
Available to Motor Challenge Partners from the Motor Challenge Information Clearinghouse.