VI. CONCLUSION
As has been shown, electric motor performance is influenced by power supply. It is evident that motors operated in environments that do not provide a well-balanced power supply will be adversely affected. Motors supplied with an unbalanced voltage have been shown to have elevated vibration levels, levels that may cause an undesirable operational condition for the motor and the driven equipment. It is recommended that voltage balance be validated as part of any investigation, and if voltage unbalance is viewed as a contributing factor to motor vibration, remedial action should be taken. Working with the local utility and with electrical distribution at the facility are two ways to improve the voltage balance. If issues persist, an adjustable speed drive may be used to eliminate the voltage unbalance to the motor.