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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
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
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
A grounding system provides a path for electrical current to dissipate safely into the earth during faults, surges, and other abnormal electrical conditions. Over time, however, soil conditions, corrosion, loose connections, construction activity, and environmental changes can affect how effectively that system performs. Ground resistance testing measures the resistance between
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
A Dynapar encoder provides the motion feedback industrial control systems need to monitor position, speed, direction, and movement. These encoders are used across manufacturing and automation equipment, including motors, conveyors, machine tools, packaging systems, and material handling equipment. Dynapar offers multiple encoder types, sensing technologies, mounting configurations, and electrical outputs.
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,
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:
A solenoid valve is an electrically controlled valve used to start, stop, or direct the flow of liquids and gases. Found throughout industrial automation, manufacturing, process equipment, HVAC systems, and fluid control applications, solenoid valves provide a reliable way to control media without requiring manual operation. For companies looking for
Every maintenance engineer and electrical contractor eventually faces the same decision. A job requires an oscilloscope, and the equipment budget has to answer one question: rent or buy? The right answer depends on how often the scope will be used, what bandwidth and channel count the job demands, and how