Business Details
44 Years
experience
Advanced Technology Electric Motors & Generators
Founded in 1982 through a management buy-out, Electric Apparatus builds upon a legacy of over 90 years in motor manufacturing, originating from our Howell, Michigan facility established in 1915. Our mission focuses on developing advanced-technology AC induction motors and generators that power critical applications across global industries. With specialized expertise in high-speed, variable-speed, and hazardous-environment motors, we deliver solutions for desalination, tunnel-boring, chemical processing, and large-vehicle traction drives. Our engineering team employs precision fabrication techniques, including in-house lamination production and copper-barred rotor construction, to ensure superior durability and efficiency.Every Magna Star and Red Band motor undergoes rigorous quality assurance, featuring vibration analysis and electrical performance testing. We maintain leadership in innovation through continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes and adherence to international standards like UL, MSHA, and IEEE 841 specifications. Our commitment to technical excellence is demonstrated through decades of service to major corporations worldwide, supported by our vertically integrated production capabilities and focus on solving complex industrial challenges.
Services
High-Speed Motor Manufacturing
Permanent Magnet Generators
Contract Manufacturing
Custom Motor Solutions
Hazardous Environment Motors
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 90 years of continuous motor manufacturing expertise since 1915
- Our in-house fabrication ensures precision with pre-machined components and multiple QA certifications
- Copper-barred rotors provide highest power densities and ultimate durability
- Worldwide installations in critical industrial applications across 6 continents
- Rigorous final QA process includes full-speed bearing break-in and vibration analysis
Associations and certifications
- UL
- MSHA
- IEEE 841
Services
High-Speed AC Motors
Our high-speed AC induction motors deliver power outputs from 10 to 6,000 horsepower with speeds up to 30,000 RPM. Designed for demanding applications like tunnel-boring machines and chemical processing equipment, these motors feature precision balance, ultra-high efficiency, and multiple cooling options. Available in voltages through 5,000V with various mounting configurations, they meet hazardous environment requirements through explosion-proof enclosures and MSHA certification.
Permanent Magnet Generators
Advanced permanent magnet generators provide ultra-high efficiency (98.5%) power generation solutions. These compact units feature hollow shaft designs, aluminum frames for high power-to-weight ratios, and extended-life windings with high corona inception voltage. Designed for dynamometer absorbers and industrial power systems, they offer low inertia and low torque ripple performance while meeting international standards for hazardous locations.
Hazardous Environment Motors
Specialized motors for hazardous locations include UL-rated XP and MSHA-certified explosion-proof models. These units feature sealed machine fits, corrosion-resistant construction, and special coatings for chemical environments. Available in medium voltage configurations with moisture-proof seals, they meet Class I Group C&D and Class II Groups E,F,G requirements for mining, chemical processing, and offshore applications.
Custom Motor Solutions
Custom-engineered motors address unique industrial challenges across diverse sectors. From automotive test dynos to underground mining equipment, our engineering team develops specialized solutions with non-standard speed/torque characteristics, multi-speed capabilities, and extreme duty cycle tolerances. These custom designs maintain compatibility with existing systems while optimizing performance for specific applications.
Contract Manufacturing
Full-service contract manufacturing leverages our 90+ years of motor production expertise. We provide precision component fabrication including lamination blanking, parting, and notching using low-loss electrical steels. Our production process incorporates in-house machining, lap-wound stator construction, and final assembly with complete quality assurance testing to meet customer-specific requirements.
People
Carmen Biller
Sales
With extensive industry knowledge, Carmen Biller leads sales operations at Electric Apparatus, connecting clients with specialized motor solutions for industrial applications.
Patrick Burns
Service
Patrick Burns oversees service operations, ensuring technical support and maintenance solutions for high-speed motor systems across diverse industrial environments.
Jake Jeppesen
Corporate
Jake Jeppesen provides corporate leadership, guiding strategic initiatives that maintain Electric Apparatus's position as a global innovator in motor technology.
Questions
What industries do your motors serve?
Our motors power applications in desalination, automotive testing, tunnel-boring, chemical processing, mining, and large-vehicle traction systems worldwide.
Do you manufacture explosion-proof motors?
Yes, we produce UL-rated XP and MSHA-certified explosion-proof motors meeting Class I and Class II hazardous location requirements.
What speed ranges do you offer?
Our AC induction motors operate from zero to 30,000 RPM with power outputs ranging from 10 to 6,000 horsepower.
Can you customize motor specifications?
Yes, we specialize in custom-engineered solutions with unique speed/torque characteristics for specialized industrial applications.
Where is your manufacturing located?
All products are manufactured at our Howell, Michigan facility established in 1915 and continuously operating for over 90 years.
What quality certifications do you hold?
We maintain UL, MSHA, IEEE 841, and ISO G1.0 balance certifications with rigorous in-house quality assurance processes.
