Southwest Electric Co.

🔌 Welcome SGB-SMIT! ⚡ We were honored to welcome the SGB-SMIT Group team - including Holger Ketterer, Heinrich Uekermann, Robert Ganser, and Bill Woost - to our facilities in Ohio, Tennessee, and Oklahoma! It was a fantastic opportunity for Jeff Weingarten to introduce the incredible people behind Southwest Electric Co. to the new management team and to align for our exciting journey ahead! Great conversations, shared vision, and a bright future—this is just the beginning! #sgbsmit #otc #welcome #southwestelectricco #swe #celebrate #transformtogether #future

Big tasks, big solutions! 🔌 💡 Recently, we serviced this mighty Westinghouse vertical hollow shaft motor, replacing the Babbit bearings and performing some crucial preventative maintenance. Isn't it a beast? At a massive 600 Horsepower, 297 RPM and 4000 Volts, it's designed to power through the toughest jobs! From small to big, we cater to all, with the capability to service industrial motors of up to 100 tons. Trust Southwest Electric Co. for reliability and quality on every repair. Learn more about our services: https://lnkd.in/egffcAHn #southwestelectricco #bigjobsbigsolutions #industrialpowerhouses

TMEPA is Here! Looking for solutions to power your business? Meet us at Booth #36 at the TMEPA Spring E&O Conference in the beautiful city of Memphis, Tennessee! We can't wait to help you light the way to success. See you soon! 👋 #southwestelectricco #swe #TMEPA #booth36 #conference #tradeshow #memphis #tn

Reviving motors, one impeller at a time! A recent rescue operation in our Nashville motors department involved this waterlogged impeller motor. After electrical testing, our technician will meticulously clean and bake the motor to rid it of moisture and debris, making it good as new! Need a motor repaired? Reach out to us today! https://lnkd.in/dQzFp8S #southwestelectricco #motors #impeller #nmd #swe

A Legacy of Excellence, A Future of Innovation Today marks a significant moment in Southwest Electric Co.'s journey as we transition leadership from the Townsdin family to SGB-SMIT. For decades, under the Townsdin Family's guidance, our company has thrived and built a foundation of integrity, innovation, and unwavering commitment to our customers. Ron Townsdin has been at the heart of our business, shaping a culture of excellence and dedication. His leadership has not only steered us through industry changes, but also created a team that feels like a family. We are incredibly grateful for his vision, hard work, and the impact he has made on us all. Here's to celebrating Ron Townsdin and the legacy he has created here at Southwest Electric Co.! #southwestelectricco #rontownsdin #swe #thankyou #leadership #gratitude #newbeginnings

💡 New Article! In hazardous environments, safety is everything. Explosion-proof motors are engineered to prevent ignition in volatile atmospheres, protecting both people and operations. But what makes them different? How do they work? In this article, our Motors Product Line Manager, Mike Switzer, breaks down the key features, classifications, and applications of explosion-proof motors—helping you make informed decisions for industrial safety. Click below to find out more! #southwestelectricco #swe #motors #explosionproof #safety #blog #article #industrial

Leprechaun hunt! The elusive chap left a few four-leaf clovers around the shop in his search for gold. Spot them and feel the luck! Reach out to us at Southwest Electric Co. and feel like you found your pot of gold. Our skilled technicians are waiting to help you strike gold! 🍀🌈💰 From all of us at SWE, Happy St. Patrick's Day! #southwestelectricco #swe #holiday #stpatricksday #motors #fourleafclover

Precision, skill, and dedication at work! ⚙️🔧 At Southwest Electric Co., our motor technicians have the capabilities to expertly balance large motors and ensure peak performance and reliability for our customers. Proud to power industries with top-tier craftsmanship! 💪⚡ #southwestelectricco #MotorBalancing #PoweringIndustry #ElectricalExcellence

From worn to reborn! 💪⚙️ Check out this GE 700HP 1200RPM hollow shaft motor that came through our shop for some much-needed work. Our Motors team at Southwest Electric Co. took this refinery motor from its 'before' condition to a fully restored, reliable powerhouse—ready to get back to work! We take pride in keeping industries running with expert motor repair and refurbishment. Need motor service? We've got you covered! https://lnkd.in/dQzFp8S #southwestelectricco #swe #motors #GE #700hp #1200rpm #hollowshaft #beforeandafter

Pushing boundaries and meeting new challenges! Southwest Electric is on the move in the Midwest, partnering with a metal recycler to enhance their substation service, oil processing, gasket/bushing replacement, and more. Do you have similar needs? Let's collaborate and create a custom solution that fits your unique requirements. Contact us today! #southwestelectricco #switchgear #transformers #motors #fieldservices