Lakeland Engineering Blogs

Discover the latest in industrial automation, electrical controls, and power solutions with the Lakeland Engineering blog. Whether you’re troubleshooting complex systems, exploring new technologies, or optimizing your operations, our blog delivers expert insights tailored to your needs.

From product spotlights and application tips to updates on industry-leading brands like Fluke, Yaskawa, ABB, Eaton, and PULS, each article is designed to help you make informed decisions and stay ahead in a fast-moving industry.

Modernizing Control Panels with ABB PLCs and HMIs

Control panels are the nerve center of any automated system. They coordinate equipment, process data, and give operators visibility into what’s happening on the floor. However, many facilities are still operating panels built around aging hardware, limited diagnostics, and interfaces that are increasingly difficult to support. Modernizing control panels with

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How ABB Transform Motor Control Performance Across Industries 

How ABB Transforms Motor Control Performance Across Industries  In industrial automation, motors are everywhere—moving materials, controlling flow, powering production lines, and supporting critical infrastructure. But how those motors are controlled has a major impact on efficiency, reliability, and long-term equipment health. That’s where ABB drives come in. Rather than simply

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How to Choose Between an ABB Drive, Soft Starter, or Across-the-Line Starter

Motor control equipment plays a critical role in system performance, energy efficiency, and long-term reliability. ABB offers a full range of motor control solutions, including variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, and across-the-line starters. Each technology serves a different purpose, and selecting the right one depends on application demands, operating

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Powering Industrial Automation with PULS DIN-Rail Solutions

How Machine Builders and OEMs Benefit from Compact, Reliable Designs   In the world of industrial automation, uptime, efficiency, and reliability are everything. Whether you’re building complex machines for food packaging, water treatment systems, or factory automation, your power supply is at the heart of performance. Without clean, stable power,

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Lakeland Engineering: Your Trusted Marathon Special Products Distributor

At Lakeland Engineering Equipment Company, we’re proud to partner with Marathon Special Products. Marathon is a leading manufacturer of high-quality electrical components designed for safety, reliability, and performance. As an authorized distributor, Lakeland carries a wide range of Marathon products including terminal blocks, power distribution blocks, and fuse holders, core solutions

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Keeping Projects on Schedule: How The Megger Test Reduces Downtime

In construction, manufacturing, utilities, and large-scale industrial projects, electrical reliability is non-negotiable. Equipment failures don’t just cause headaches but also lead to expensive delays, stalled production, and safety risks. That’s why the megger test has become a standard preventive maintenance step across industries. By identifying insulation weaknesses early, the megger test

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Top Megger Testers Every Facility Should Have Access To

When it comes to electrical testing and troubleshooting, having the right equipment makes all the difference. For decades, Megger has been a trusted name in the industry, delivering reliable and accurate test instruments that keep facilities safe, efficient, and compliant. Whether you manage a manufacturing plant, utility, data center, or

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