In most cases, yes. Industrial electric motors are designed to be repaired and refurbished, often multiple times throughout their working life.

The key is identifying the root cause of the failure. A burnt winding may only be one symptom of a bearing failure, shaft wear or electrical supply issue. Simply replacing the damaged components without addressing the underlying cause can result in repeat failures.

At Fletcher Moorland, every electric motor repair begins with a comprehensive inspection, electrical testing and mechanical assessment. This allows us to recommend whether repair, rewind or replacement offers the best long-term value for your business.

It depends on the condition of the motor, the availability of replacement units and the criticality of your application.

Many industrial motors can be economically repaired, particularly larger motors, specialist machines or equipment that has become obsolete. A professionally completed repair often provides many years of additional service while avoiding the cost and lead time associated with replacement.

As an ABB Value Provider, Fletcher Moorland can offer both repair and replacement solutions. We'll always recommend the option that delivers the greatest reliability and value.

An electric motor rewind involves removing the damaged stator windings and replacing them with new insulation and winding coils manufactured to the original electrical design, or improved where appropriate.

At Fletcher Moorland, we use Class H insulation as standard on our rewinds, exceeding many original Class F specifications. Combined with Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI), precision testing and dynamic balancing, our rewinds are designed to improve reliability and maximise service life.

Qualifying three-phase AC motor rewinds are backed by our 3-year guarantee.

Repair times vary depending on the size of the motor, the extent of the damage and whether replacement components need to be manufactured or sourced.

Simple bearing replacements may be completed quickly, while larger rewinds or complex refurbishments naturally require more time. Where production downtime is critical, our team will always work with you to prioritise repairs and minimise disruption.

If you're facing an unexpected breakdown, speak to our engineers as soon as possible so we can advise on the fastest solution.

Every repair is different, so costs are based on the condition of the motor and the work required.

Following inspection, we provide a detailed quotation outlining our findings and recommendations before any repair work begins. This gives you complete visibility of the work required and allows you to make an informed decision.

In many cases, repairing an existing industrial motor is significantly more cost-effective than purchasing a replacement; particularly where specialist or obsolete equipment is involved.

When repaired correctly, they certainly can.

At Fletcher Moorland, our philosophy has always been to return motors performing as well as, if not better than, when they were new.

Using precision machining, enhanced G1.0 balancing, Class H insulation, CMM measurement, advanced winding analysis and rigorous testing, our repairs are completed to standards that often exceed the original manufacturer's specification.

Electric motors can fail for many reasons, but the most common causes include:

• Bearing failure
• Electrical overload
• Insulation breakdown
• Contamination
• Water ingress
• Excessive vibration
• Shaft wear
• Misalignment
• Poor power quality
• Overheating

Many of these issues develop gradually and can often be identified before failure through routine condition monitoring and preventative maintenance.

Our engineers repair a wide range of industrial electric motors including:

• AC induction motors
• DC motors
• Three-phase motors
• High voltage motors
• Low voltage motors
• Explosion-protected (Ex) motors
• Servo motors
• Brake motors
• Linear motors
• Pump motors

Whether it's a small DC motor or a large industrial machine weighing several tonnes, our workshop is equipped to restore it to service.

Yes.

Fletcher Moorland is an IECEx Certified repair facility authorised to repair explosion-protected electric motors used within hazardous environments.

These repairs follow strict international standards to ensure the integrity of the explosion protection is maintained throughout the repair process.

Yes.

Our repair procedures meet the internationally recognised standards set by the Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA).

This accreditation provides confidence that repairs are completed using proven engineering practices designed to maintain efficiency, reliability and performance.

Yes.

Many of the motors we repair are no longer supported by the original manufacturer.

Rather than replacing complete machines, our engineers can often manufacture replacement components, rewind obsolete stators and refurbish worn mechanical parts, extending the life of critical equipment that may otherwise be impossible to replace.

Absolutely.

Our workshop is fully equipped to carry out DC motor repairs, rewinds and refurbishment.

Services include:

• Armature rewinds
• Field coil rewinds
• Commutator repairs
• Shaft repairs
• Bearing replacement
• Dynamic balancing
• Electrical testing

Whether your DC motor is used in heavy industry, transport or manufacturing, our engineers have the experience to restore it to reliable operation.

machines weighing up to 10 tonnes.

We repair low voltage, high voltage and specialist motors used across manufacturing, utilities, rail, ev transport, food production, energy and many other industries.

If you're unsure whether your motor can be repaired, simply contact our engineering team for advice.

Yes.

Our centrally located Stoke-on-Trent facility supports customers throughout the UK with collection, repair and delivery services.

Whether you're planning preventative maintenance or responding to an unexpected breakdown, we'll work with you to minimise disruption and return your equipment as quickly as possible.

The most effective way to reduce unexpected breakdowns is through planned maintenance and condition monitoring.

Monitoring vibration, temperature, alignment and bearing condition allows many developing faults to be identified long before they become catastrophic failures.

Our Reliability Services team works alongside maintenance departments to help extend asset life, reduce downtime and improve plant reliability through proactive maintenance strategies.