Electrical Control Panels

Electrical Control Panel Basics

Electrical control panels, or motor control panels, are a necessary part of equipment automation, allowing the operator to control electrical equipment like air conditioners, motor equipment, HVAC systems, and more. Used across almost every large-scale industrial and production-based application in some way or another, a good quality electrical control panel will allow you to properly, efficiently, and safely control your electrical equipment through a combination of motors, relays, circuit protection devices, transformers and more.

What Should I Look for in an Electrical Control Panel?

When shopping for an electrical control panel, everyone’s needs will be different. With so many variables and motor and lighting control combinations, it can even be a little daunting. But gathering as much information as you can will help you in the hunt for your electrical control panel. For example, are you installing it indoors or outdoors? What kind of enclosure are you looking for? What kind of equipment will it be powering? Do you know what kind of components you’re looking for?

If you don’t have all of this information, not to worry. Contact us and one of our control panel experts will help you through your purchase.