Retrofit Hits

Advanced Electrical's bolted pressure switch gains recognition

Advanced Electrical & Motor Controls (AEAMC) reports that its bolted pressure switch retrofit has been recognized as the gold winner in the industrial services, monitoring, and platforms category of the 2026 Plant Engineering Product of the Year Awards, according to a June 11 press release e-mailed to Electrical Apparatus from the company.

AEAMC provides electrical solutions for discontinued electric power distribution equipment, including molded- and insulated-case circuit breakers, motor controls, and UL 508A panelboards. "Our life-extension solutions replace aging bolted pressure switches by retrofitting modern, current-series circuit breakers, such as the Square D MTZ, Eaton MDS, ABB Emax, and GE Power Break II. We build safer, smarter systems that enhance reliability and reduce incident energy levels to improve electrical safety for personnel," the company said in the press release.

The company's engineers will recommend a tailored retrofill solution designed to fit your existing switchboard with minimal modification. Each kit includes all necessary drawings, instructions, and hardware for efficient field installation. Remote operation and advanced communication capabilities can also be integrated into the solution. Download this brochure to learn more.

As a Group CBS company, AEAMC has access to one of the industry’s largest inventories of equipment and parts, electrical safety solutions, and field services. It also partners with CBS Field Services, a NETA-accredited company, to offer complete turnkey retrofit solutions. AEAMC handles the process from outage coordination to installation and testing.

To request a quote or discuss a custom solution for your application, contact us at AEAMC.com or call 800-289-2757.