Engine control manufacturers design engine controls for various reasons. Many companies offer a variety of types, while many more specialize in a handful of designs. Others customize control needs to fit your application needs.

Engine control suppliers work with you to find available controls for closed loop, electric, gas, pressure and thermostatic controlling. For new installation or replacement, consider companies meeting the following requirements:

1. Look to engine control manufacturing companies able to fill special orders or seek out standard models that are readily available.

2. Invest in engine controls meeting engine manufacturer requirements for safety and warranty protection.

3. Choose controls for engines based on the voltage, Hz frequency and temperature requirements of the engine.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Learn about options in electric motor controls for your application

Motor controls range in size and function. Select the controls meeting the horsepower requirements of the engine or application.

I recommend: Seek out motor control supplies from trusted companies such as DyneSystems. The company specializes in testing motors and engine control systems. They also offer transmission, monitoring and control systems. PiCS offers motor controls for industrial and commercial duty engines in various sizes and requirements from a large number of manufacturers.

Search for suppliers of engine controls based on gear applications

Makers of engine controls specialize in gear needs. Look for gear products to range from application to application in size, design and function.

I recommend: Pick an engine control manufacturer providing the specific type of gears required. Beaver Aerospace & Defense produces landing gears, nozzle controls, control sticks, manipulating arms and horizontal stabilizers. In the appliance industry, the Korea Business Development Center offers control gears. The company specializes in switchgears, generators, appliance systems and gears for wireless devices, fiber optics and custom designed controls.

Buy drivers from an engine control supplier specializing in this application

The engine control manufacturing company in the drivers sector will specialize in the performance and functional aspects of the device. Stand-alone drivers and outdoor applications are available, as are general-purpose drivers.

I recommend: Select engine control drivers from companies offering specialization in your application. Unico offers several series of drivers including flexible, general-use models, stand-alone models and high performance drivers for engine controls. Bell Power Systems offers engine controls for marine engines, industrial diesel engines and heavy duty vehicles, including Funk hydraulic pump drives. Rowland offers engine controls for various applications. They provide drive shafts, universal joints, clutches and related equipment specializing in variable speed drives.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Figure out the proper engine control based on function and application. When selecting an electric motor control, seek out the company with certification and experience in working in your industry with the engines you currently own or those soon to be purchased.