Lakeland’s Top VFD Partners: Trusted Drive Solutions from ABB, Yaskawa, Eaton, and Lenze
At Lakeland Engineering, delivering reliable VFD solutions starts with working alongside manufacturers known for performance, longevity, and support. Our partnerships with ABB, Yaskawa, Eaton, and Lenze allow us to supply drives that meet real-world industrial demands across standard applications and highly specialized environments. Each manufacturer brings distinct strengths, and Lakeland’s role is to ensure […]
When Winter Lets Go: Preparing Pump Stations for Spring Thaw
By February, winter starts to lose its grip, but for pump stations, that’s when the real work begins. Snow that’s been sitting quietly for months starts to melt. Frozen ground releases runoff. Flow rates rise quickly, and systems that were operating steadily through winter are suddenly pushed into a new operating reality. […]
The Weak Link in Many Automation Systems — and How to Fix It
When a motor fails, everyone notices.When a PLC goes down, production stops. But when a sensor, cordset, or connector fails, troubleshooting turns into a guessing game. A surprising amount of downtime comes from the “small” automation components — the ones mounted at the machine and exposed to vibration, washdown, heat, dust, and constant […]
Preventing VFD Problems Through Better Drive Selection and Setup
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) have become a core part of modern motor control strategies. They improve energy efficiency, enable precise speed control, and reduce mechanical stress on motors and driven equipment. However, many of the VFD problems facilities experience are not caused by the drives themselves; they stem from poor selection, improper setup, or a […]
Why Eaton Is a Go-To Brand for Industrial Automation Solutions
Why Eaton Is a Go-To Brand for Industrial Automation Solutions In industrial automation, reliability and consistency are non-negotiable. Equipment downtime, hard-to-source components, and incompatible systems can quickly become costly disruptions. That’s why many engineers, OEMs, and plant managers standardize on automation and electrical platforms that offer both performance and long-term support. Eaton has earned its […]
Standardizing Motor Control with Eaton: Why Consistency Matters in Industrial Facilities
In many industrial facilities, motor control systems evolve incrementally rather than intentionally. New equipment is added to meet production goals, legacy machines are retrofitted to extend service life, and replacement components are selected based on availability or timelines. Over time, this often results in a mix of drives, starters, and control platforms supporting similar applications. […]
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 ABB PLCs and HMIs helps […]
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 starting and stopping motors, ABB […]