Motor control can be challenging and getting it right is important because it impacts production, efficiency, reliability and (probably) your job. Often huge gains can be made by optimizing production, replacing old inefficient motors and controls, and upgrading to the latest technology.

The solutions we offer at L&B aren't constrained in any way by what's available on the shelf. We are motor control experts, we have a CSA approved control panel shop, and we design and engineer control packages and solutions as unique as you are.

If you can think of a production process—chances are we've worked on it. From replacing and upgrading DC drive controls to AC for critical large mill production lines, retrofiting Bliss punch presses, or developing high reliability controls for aggregates industries—we've many partner/friend/customers in NS, NB, PEI, NL and beyond.

Most often our panel shop is producing custom panels with AC variable frequency drives and solid state reduced voltage starters. We also produce many panels using full voltage single and three phase starters and controllers.  All controls are documented and a complete set of drawings are provided.

Ask us about your application—we'll send a representative around to look it over and provide you with options that will save you time and money.

The core business service of L&B Electric is motors. Most of our customers take advantage of our motor services.

We not only supply the very best motors made—but our service shop can customize them to your exact requirements.

Quickly—24/7—from stock in NS.

Motor Customizations Include:

• Auxilary blowers for extra cooling.
• Special Flanges and Shafts
• Encoders, Tachometers
• Temperature sensors & controls
• Brakes (see our brake-kit section)
• Multi-frame special mounting considerations
• Special Bearings for extreme conditions & loads
• Precision balancing for special high speed motors
• You tell us! Whatever your application - we are here to help you!

MV Starters: Using your existing frames, we replace older medium voltage air contact motor starters with Toshiba vacuum contactors.

MV Circuit breakers: Toshiba's OEM cells can often be used to replace existing rack-in breakers, providing new breaker, new contact stabs, improved mechanical and electrical interlocking plus all the advantages of vacuum technology.

The result is a very cost-effective solution that improves the reliability and safety plus it extends the life of your existing MV starters and breakers.

"Clients say they like working with us on retrofits because we provide quick turnarounds and we provide creative solutions that often save many dollars.

Retrofits often utilize many of our talents including design, precision mechanical work, electrical, field service and commissioning.

To get started, send us a description of your existing equipment and we'll provide the options, including delivered costs.

Custom Motor Starters

We build custom starters from parts on hand quickly—for small and large horsepower motors. Thus you can get a customized motor starter from us that's tailored to your needs without a long wait.

From stock: full voltage starters to size 5, custom solid state soft starters to 500hp, and variable speed drives to 200hp. Of course we source larger components quickly via air freight and special delivery - often overnight.

Special applications may include harsh environmental conditions, tight space requirements, special electrical protection, situations where its important to reduce the amount of in-rush current, high temperatures, the list goes on as there are many special motor applications.

For custom starter projects, we will design the system, source all the components, manufacture and fully test the unit, provide on-site commissioning plus spare parts and follow up maintenance. As well, we can quickly deliver and install the units.

Contact us with your requirements and we'll provide you with options and delivered prices.