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Benshaw soft starters are designed from the ground up to perform dependably … even in the harshest industrial environments. We offer best-in-class solutions for continuous duty applications, hazardous locations/conditions, corrosive environments and high vibration operations.
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Applied Motor Controls for

Marine

Powering Maritime Performance

In the marine industry, reliability, efficiency, and safety are paramount. AC induction motors drive critical systems including propulsion auxiliaries, pumps, compressors, winches, and ventilation equipment, keeping vessels and offshore installations operating smoothly. With our expertise in motor control and automation, we help marine operators enhance performance, reduce downtime, and ensure safe, continuous operation in even the most challenging maritime environments.

Benshaw Marine Industry

Applications

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Blower/Fans
Bow Thrusters
Compressors
Hydraulic Pumps
Pumps
Winches

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve airflow processes within the marine industry, no matter the blower or fan type, including:

  • Centrifugal Fans
  • Axial Fans
  • Exhaust Fans
  • Ventilation 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.

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Benshaw Marine - Fans

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various bow thruster operations within the oil, gas & chemical industry, including:

  • Electric Bow Thrusters
  • Azimuth Thrusters

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.

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Benshaw Marine - Bow Thrusters

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

  • Air Compressors
  • Refrigeration / HVAC 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.

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Benshaw Marine - Compressors

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

  • Gear Pumps
  • Vane Pumps
  • Piston Pumps
  • Axial Piston Pumps
  • Radial Piston Pumps
  • Screw 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.

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Benshaw Marine - Hydraulic Pumps

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

  • Centrifugal Pumps
  • Positive Displacement Pumps
  • Bilge Pumps
  • Cooling Water Pumps
  • Sea Water Pumps
  • Fire 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.

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Benshaw Marine - Pumps

Soft Starter and VFD controllers can improve the various winching processes within the marine industry, including:

  • Electric Winches
  • Capstan Winches

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.

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Benshaw Marine - Winches

Packaged just how you need it

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

e-house installation
TOUCH
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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Marinized
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  • Weather protected
  • Skids
  • Containerized

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Frequently Asked Questions

What marine equipment benefits from VFDs and soft starters?

Marine applications, including pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, HVAC systems, thrusters, and diesel-electric propulsion, benefit from both VFDs and soft starters. VFDs provide precise speed control and energy efficiency, while soft starters reduce inrush current and mechanical stress during startup.
Why are Benshaw motor control solutions suitable for marine environments?

Motor driven marine systems operate in harsh environments, pose unique safety challenges, and are often required to perform mission-critical operations under less-than-ideal conditions. Benshaw’s rugged and reliable drives and soft starters are designed to meet these demands, ensuring dependable performance for vessels and offshore facilities.
How do soft starters help marine systems operate reliably?

Soft starters allow smooth acceleration, reducing mechanical stress on pumps, thrusters, conveyors, and other equipment. By minimizing inrush current, they protect electrical supply systems on ships and offshore platforms, improving reliability and extending equipment life.
How do VFDs improve energy efficiency and process control in marine applications?

VFDs enable precise motor speed control, allowing pumps, fans, and propulsion systems to operate only as fast as needed. This reduces energy consumption, optimizes process performance, and supports sustainable operation for vessels and offshore facilities.
How do PowerThrough and the motor thermal model support marine operations?

Benshaw features like PowerThrough and the motor thermal model allow safe operation at full motor capacity even under challenging conditions, ensuring critical processes can continue safely, even if one SCR is shorted. These features enhance reliability for mission-critical systems like propulsion and pumping.
Are Benshaw drives and soft starters suitable for limited electrical supply conditions?

Yes. Many marine environments have limited or variable electrical supply. Benshaw VFDs and soft starters minimize electrical stress during motor startup, allowing critical motors to operate reliably without overloading the vessel’s electrical system.
Are Benshaw drives and soft starters compliant with marine safety and electrical standards? Benshaw provides products engineered to comply with marine electrical and safety standards, including ABS Certificate of Product Design Assessment and Lloyd’s Register Type Approval.
Can VFDs and soft starters reduce maintenance for marine equipment?

Yes. Smooth acceleration and precise speed control reduce mechanical wear on pumps, thrusters, conveyors, and HVAC systems, lowering maintenance requirements and improving uptime for critical operations.
How do VFDs and soft starters improve overall reliability in marine operations? By reducing mechanical stress and electrical surges, VFDs and soft starters help extend the life of motors and connected equipment. This ensures mission-critical systems continue to operate safely and efficiently under harsh marine conditions.

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