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Applied Motor Controls for

Automotive & Transportation

Driving Mobility and Efficiency

In the transportation and automotive industries, reliable motor-driven systems are essential for manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle operation. AC induction motors power conveyors, robotic arms, pumps, fans, compressors, and testing equipment in production lines, while also supporting auxiliary systems in vehicles and railways. Our expertise in motor control and automation helps manufacturers and operators maximize productivity, reduce downtime, and maintain high standards of precision and safety.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation Industry

Applications

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Conveyors
Robotic Arms
Machining Equipment
Testing
Pumps
Compressors
Fans

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various conveying processes within the automotive and transportation industry, including:

  • Assembly Line Conveyors
  • Roller Conveyors
  • Belt Conveyors

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Conveyor

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various robotic processes within the automotive and transportation industry, including:

  • Welding Robots
  • Painting Robots
  • Material Handling Robots

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Robotic Arms

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various machining equipment operations within the automotive and transportation industry, including:

  • CNC Machines
  • Injection Molding Machines
  • Jig Welders

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Machining

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various testing processes within the automotive and transportation industry, including:

  • Chassis Dynamometers

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Testing

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the pumping processes within the automotive and transportation industry, no matter the pump type, including:

  • Coolant Pumps
  • Hydraulic Pumps
  • Lubrication Pumps

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Pumps

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various compression processes within the automotive and transportation industry, including:

  • Air Compressors
  • Vacuum Pumps / Compressors

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Compressors

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve airflow processes within the automotive and transportation industry, no matter the fan type, including:

  • Ventilation Fans
  • Exhaust Fans
  • Cooling Fans

If you're looking for the right setup for your site, get in touch with our team, and we'll help you find the best solution for your specific needs.

Benshaw Automotive & Transportation - Fans

Packaged just how you need it

LV and MV Motor control products engineered to suit your environment.

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Chassis Products
Chassis Products
  • Starters
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Contactors & Circuit Breakers
  • Overloads & Motor Protection Devices
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Enclosed Systems
Enclosed Systems
  • Standalone
  • Motor Control Line Ups
  • Arc Fault Panels
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Outdoor Ready
Outdoor Ready
  • Weather protected
  • Skids
  • Containerized

Case Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment in automotive facilities benefits from VFDs? VFDs are commonly used on conveyors, robotic arms, pumps, fans, and compressors. They provide precise speed control, improve energy efficiency, and reduce mechanical stress on equipment.
How do soft starters help automotive manufacturing operations?

Soft starters reduce inrush current during motor startups, minimizing wear on conveyors, mixers, and pumps. This lowers maintenance costs and extends equipment life.

Can VFDs improve energy efficiency in transportation manufacturing?

Yes. By controlling motor speed based on process demand, VFDs can reduce energy use on conveyors, pumps, fans, and compressors, lowering operational costs.

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