Gatterdam recognizes the value of providing repair solutions that last for a long time.  “When AEGIS offered us the opportunity to be a recognized partner, it was a no-brainer to signup with them.” remarked Schuyler John, President of GIS.  “AEGIS is considered a worldwide leader in reliability products and we are honored to promote, install and support their brand.”  AEGIS offers shaft grounding rings that protects motors and other rotating equipment from harmful shaft voltages.  “Our goal is to provide the most reliable products and repairs for our customers.  AEGIS’ products helps us do that.” said Mr. John.

Gatterdam Industrial Services in Louisville, Kentucky, has been re-approved through a third-party audit as an EASA Accredited Service Center.

Gatterdam Industrial Services has demonstrated that it continues to follow the prescribed good practices to consistently deliver quality electromechanical repairs that maintain or improve AC electric motor efficiency and reliability. The firm was initially accredited in 2015 and was required to submit self-audit documentation for each of two years afterward, followed by the on-site audit recently completed.

“The re-approval of Gatterdam Industrial Services’ Accreditation status affirms the company’s continuing commitment to excellence,” said Linda Raynes, CAE, EASA president & CEO. “The re-approval offers external validation that the company adheres to good practices by submitting to an independent, third-party audit, on a triennial basis.”

The criteria for becoming EASA Accredited are based on ANSI/EASA AR100: Recommended Practice for the Repair of Rotating Electrical Apparatus and The Good Practice Guide of The Effect of Repair/Rewinding on Motor Efficiency.

The Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) is The Electro•Mechanical Authority, an international trade organization of about 1,800 electromechanical sales and service firms in nearly 70 countries. See www.easa.com. EASA member companies
provide repair, service and sales for the operation and maintenance of electric motors, generators, drives, controls, pumps and other electromechanical equipment. The Association provides members with direct technical support, the industry repair standard (ANSI/EASA AR100) and education, as well as technical, management and safetyrelated reference materials.

David Shearn joined Gatterdam in October of 2016.  He has worked with our shop technicians, inside sales and outside sales groups throughout the past 6 months.  There he gained valuable knowledge of our product lines, repair processes and what drives customer’s requirements.  We look forward to him being a valuable part of Gatterdam for years to come!  Useful Tip: Be careful not to challenge him to a friendly bet on a game of golf!

Gatterdam is honored to represent Endress + Hauser.  Their quality line of instrumentation focuses on measurement and safety.  Reliable measurement and risk reduction are critical in production environments, so please call us if you have any questions or needs in this field!

Bonfiglioli has been an international leader in gearmotors & drive systems.  They design & manufacture these products for the most demanding needs for almost all industrial processes and automation requirements.  With a plant located in Northern Kentucky, they are committed to the North American market and are ready to support your gearbox needs.  Call today for more information.

In conjunction with WEG Electric, Gatterdam held a seminar in Louisville at the Hilton Garden Inn to help their customers improve reliability and reduce downtime in their plant. It was an informative seminar that was presented by William C. Livoti, Business Development Manager for WEG Electric Corp.  With the Hydraulic Institute, Mr. Livoti presented an impressive talk that was aimed at optimizing motor and pump systems.  The end results of applying these strategies in your plants are:

• Reducing energy costs
• Improving reliability
• Increasing mean time between repairs
• Increasing staff productivity
• Improving product quality
• Increasing profitability.

If you have any interest in learning more, please do not hesitate to call our office or discuss this with your salesman.