Bionix R7000: Electrical Receptacle Testing for Hospital Safety and Compliance
Electrical receptacles are easy to overlook, but in a hospital, they play an essential role in patient care. From patient rooms and intensive care units to operating rooms and clinical spaces, outlets must be properly maintained and tested to help ensure the safe operation of electrical equipment. The Bionix R7000 Electrical Receptacle Analyzer helps healthcare […]
DENT Instruments SPBL-Series Revenue-Grade Split-Core Current Transformers
Accurate energy measurement is essential for managing electricity costs, allocating utility expenses, and monitoring building performance. Whether a facility is tracking energy consumption across multiple tenants or evaluating the results of an energy conservation project, reliable data is critical to making informed decisions. Current transformers (CTs) play an important role in this process by measuring […]
How to Perform a 30-Day Electrical Load Study with Power Meter Rentals
When adding new equipment to an existing electrical system, one important question needs to be answered: Does the system have enough available capacity to handle the additional load? Whether you’re installing new machinery, expanding production, or upgrading facility equipment, understanding your electrical system’s existing demand can help you make informed decisions before moving forward. A […]
Meet Andrew Tuggle: Building Relationships in Kansas City
Lakeland Engineering is excited to welcome Andrew Tuggle to our Kansas City team as an Account Manager. In his role, Andrew works directly with customers to understand their needs, find the right solutions and provide excellent customer service. Although Andrew is new to the electrical and industrial industry, he brings years of experience working with […]
How to Trace Underground Cable and Find Cable Faults: A Simple Guide
Cable faults can cause electrical systems to stop working, but locating the exact problem underground can be a challenge. A cable fault may be caused by a break, short circuit, damaged insulation, or other issue that interrupts the cable’s ability to carry electricity properly. Cable locators and fault locators are specialized tools used to troubleshoot […]
Shut Down Because of a Broken Part? Lakeland Engineering Is Here to Help
When a critical piece of equipment goes down, every minute matters. A failed industrial electrical component, automation part, motor control, sensor, drive, or other electrical component can bring production to a standstill. That’s where Lakeland Engineering Equipment Company can help. We’re an experienced industrial electrical distributor and automation supplier providing electrical and industrial components to […]
Industrial Edge Computing Explained: How Ewon Edge Connects Machines to the IIoT
Manufacturers are collecting more data from machines, PLCs, and production systems than ever before. But collecting data is only part of the challenge. The bigger question is: What do you do with that data once you have it? This is where industrial edge computing comes into play. Industrial edge computing brings data processing and connectivity […]
How to Use a Power Quality Analyzer to Troubleshoot Equipment Trips
When industrial equipment shuts down unexpectedly, the cause is not always obvious. A VFD may trip without an apparent fault. A PLC may reset. A breaker may trip intermittently. A motor may shut down in the middle of production. These problems can be difficult to diagnose because the electrical disturbance causing the shutdown may only […]
Meet Mitch Steelman: Growing Lakeland’s Presence in Colorado
We’re excited to welcome Mitch Steelman to the Lakeland Engineering team in our Denver location! As an Account Manager, Mitch is focused on growing the Colorado market as demand continues to increase and new opportunities emerge. His goal is to understand the changing needs of our customers, build strong relationships, and find ways to help […]
Why Is My Motor Overheating? 10 Possible Causes
An overheating motor is more than a maintenance inconvenience. Excessive heat can shorten motor life, damage insulation, cause unexpected downtime, and eventually lead to motor failure. If an industrial motor is running hotter than normal, the cause may be electrical, mechanical, environmental, or related to the motor’s load. Quick answer: Common causes of motor overheating […]