Calling machine exporters - the US is changing

We've heard a lot recently about forthcoming mandatory minimum energy efficiency standards for motors in Europe, but not so many people are aware that the USA is moving even more quickly, and upgrading from current EPAct efficiency levels to EISA Premium Efficiency levels by the end of this year!

Machinery exporters consequently need to start planning for this now. Baldor is the leading manufacturer of NEMA motors and is offering advice to help OEMs make the transition.

Baldor can supply European OEMs with NEMA three-phase motors that meet the increased energy efficiency demands required by the USA's forthcoming Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA). This legislation, which becomes mandatory on December 19, 2010, sets stringent new efficiency standards for a broad range of three-phase motors - including explosion proof, severe duty and brake motors - with power ratings from 1 to 500 HP. After this date, imports of equipment containing non-compliant motors will be rejected at the USA port of entry. By making EISA-compliant motors directly available to European OEM exporters, Baldor is effectively enabling its customers to stay one step ahead of the game.

EISA was signed into US law on December 19, 2007, and takes effect three years after that date. Canadian legislation is underway to become mandatory across Canada in 2011. Similar energy efficiency standards will be implemented across the European Union in 2015.

Baldor offers an informative white paper on EISA, which includes a comprehensive Q&A section. Click here