Artesis AMT Toolkit - 1 Overview; Introduction; Use of this Manual

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1. Overview
1.1. Introduction
AMT Toolkit is a revolutionary portable tool in the battle to keep electric motors and
machinery running at peak performance, whilst maintaining high plant productivity levels.
Used correctly, this unique instrument is capable of monitoring three phase AC motors and
generators (as well as driven equipment) of all sizes and power levels to provide clear,
unambiguous indications when the performance of a particular motor driven equipment
begins to degrade. The numerous transducers employed by other, less advanced
instruments have been replaced by three current sensors and three voltage sensors,
familiar to all those involved with the measurement of electrical quantities, making the
system straightforward to install and use without in-depth training of personnel.
Artesis AMT Toolkit is equipped with a computer, Asset Management Units for data
processing, Artesis Enterprise Software for Asset Management (AES for AMT) for generating
a condition assessment report, current transformers, and cables. Artesis AMT Toolkit is
connected to motor cables using current sensors and voltage cables and it collects data
from motor driven system and saves to SQL database. At the end of testing period, toolkit
generates a condition assessment report which indicates existing failures in the system,
recommended corrective action, and the effects of these faults on energy efficiency.
Artesis AMT Toolkit is used to collect data for thirty minutes from motor driven equipment
to generate an instant condition assessment report. The total duration of test is
approximately one and a half hour including the installation, stopping and starting the
motor, data acquisition, and dismantling processes.
Despite its simplicity and ease of use, like any intelligent electronic, software-based device,
it is important that AMT Toolkit is installed and used correctly. We strongly recommend
that you take the time to study the information contained within the accompanying
manuals and to familiarize yourself with the operating principles and practices.
1.2. Use of this manual
This manual explains the basic concepts needed to install and use AMT Toolkit. For further,
specific details please contact Artesis.