Industrial equipment is complex, expensive, and often essential to a facility’s operations. While most general electricians claim they can handle industrial machinery, working with a specialized industrial electrician guarantees high-quality service, compliance with safety regulations, and reduced downtime— while safeguarding the ROI of your most complex and valuable machines.
If you contract an industrial electrician for your facility, you know they’ll have the training and experience to work on specialized trade machines that power industries like manufacturing, chemical processing, and fabrication. If you want the best service, safety, and longevity for your essential equipment—and to protect your workforce—then partner with Mastadon Controls. We’re the best choice for working on key industrial safety and automation equipment, such as:
1. Safety and Laser Light Curtains
Safety and laser light curtains are essential in high-risk work environments, such as automated production lines and fabrication shops. These devices create a barrier of light beams that will immediately halt machinery if an object (or person) crosses them, preventing serious injuries.
The specialized industrial electricians at Mastadon know that properly installing, calibrating, and maintaining these curtains ensure they work correctly. Without expert handling, these systems can malfunction, leading to workplace injuries, equipment damage, and compliance violations.
2. Light Scanners
Light scanners are often used in automated sorting, positioning, and quality control systems. These devices detect objects and measure distances using laser or infrared technology to help improve manufacturing accuracy and efficiency. They can also help measure production output.
An industrial electrician specializing in scanning technology can ensure that light scanners are correctly wired, programmed, and integrated with other operating systems. Faulty installations or improper configurations can cause product defects, misalignment, and costly downtime.
3. Safety PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
Safety PLCs are computer-based control systems that allow machines to operate efficiently and safely according to exact specifications and standards. Unlike standard PLCs, this iteration is designed to meet strict safety regulations. It is commonly used in hazardous environments with enhanced safety protocols, like chemical plants and large-scale industrial manufacturing.
The industrial electrical experts at Mastadon specialize in programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining safety PLCs to guarantee they respond correctly to emergency stops, machine guarding, and fire suppression systems. A misconfigured, malfunctioning, or outdated safety PLC poses a serious risk to workers and production processes if not repaired immediately.
4. Safety Relays
Safety relays are crucial for detecting and responding to faults in two-hand control devices, interlock switches, and emergency stop buttons. These systems help prevent accidents and equipment failures by guaranteeing that safety measures activate immediately when needed.
As these safety relays directly impact workplace safety compliance and machine functionality, they must be installed and tested by qualified industrial electricians. A faulty or misconfigured relay can fail to stop dangerous machinery in time, risking workers or severe machinery failure.
5. More Equipment That Needs Specialized Electrical Expertise
Beyond these critical safety technologies, industrial electricians at Mastadon also work with:
- Motor controls and drives – Ensuring energy efficiency and equipment longevity.
- Process automation systems – Integrating and maintaining production line automation.
- Industrial power distribution – Installing and upgrading facility-wide electrical systems.
A general electrician will understand basic needs like wiring and load balancing, but industrial electrical systems require deeper knowledge of complex circuits, high-voltage systems, and safety-critical automation technologies. When you’ve got multi-million dollar equipment, highly specialized workers, and industrial operations at stake, cutting corners by hiring generalist electrical contractors could cost you everything— and that’s why you should call Mastadon.
Rely on Mastadon’s Expert Industrial Electricians to Protect Your Equipment and Workforce
Your industrial facility relies on specialized machines to function effectively, but your workforce is your most valuable asset. Hiring a highly qualified industrial electrician to work on your complex safety systems ensures your facility’s equipment is safe, reliable, and fully compliant with every level of industry regulation. It also safeguards your valuable employees and your reputation.
Don’t take risks with improperly serviced safety machinery, unexpected operational downtime, or workplace safety hazards at your industrial facility. Instead, trust Mastadon Controls to handle your industrial electrical safety services with the highest level of expertise. Visit our website or contact our team today to keep your industrial operations running safely and smoothly in 2025!
