How About An Automation Christmas Present?

Friday, December 9, 2011 by David Sheets
A What!?!

Industrial equipment such as drills, sanders, and tools are purchased for Christmas presents.  Whytree
not consider industrial automation equipment?

Marshall Wolf Automation can be your industrial automation Christmas store.  Visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com and view the many ideas we have for possible gifts.  How about a variable frequency drive from AC Tech Lenze or Teco Westinghouse?  Maybe consider a gearbox from Bonfiglioli USA or Motovario.  We also have a variety of sensors and industrial light towers to offer.  We also offer a variety of tools from Ideal Industries.  Light bars to help illuminate a work space are available from Patlite.

Let Marshall Wolf Automation offer a unique gift this season.  Please contact our inside sales staff sales@wolfautomation.com  and we will be glad to assist with your selection.

We Have You Covered From A-Z

Monday, November 14, 2011 by David Sheets
Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, has you covered fromalpha  
A-Z with your choice of industrial automation manufacturers.  You can choose from:

AC Tech Lenze for variable frequency drives all the way to Zytron temperature controllers.  In between you have a multitude of choices such as:

Baumer for all types of sensors
Bonfiglioli USA for gearboxes
Carlo Gavazzi for all types of sensors
Delta for variable frequency drives and industrial power supplies
Euchner for limit switches
Hitachi for variable frequency drives
KEB for brakes and clutches
Leuze for all types of sensors and scanners
Patlite for industrial light towers
Pepperl & Fuchs for all types of sensors and intrinsically safe equipment
Teco for variable frequency drives and motors
Weg for motors and soft starts

There are many more superb manufacturers in addition to the few that were mentioned.  Please view our vast product offering on our website at www.wolfautomation.com .

Single Phase VFD's In Stock

Monday, November 14, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Do you have an application that needs a single phase input variable frequency drive?

We are THE best source for a wide range of
single phase variable speed drives.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor
for all the top brands including:
  • Lenze AC Tech
  • Fuji Electric
  • Hitachi
  • TECO-Westinghosue
  • Delta

We have in-house engineers available to help you select the
best single phase VFD for your application!

Motovario Motor

Thursday, October 20, 2011 by Caryl Clement
What type of Motovario motor are you looking for?  Motovario B Series Helical Bevel Gear Reducers and Gear motors offer more torque in a compact housing for easy adaptations into a wide range of applications! 

Or is it the In-Line Helical Gear Reducers & Gear motors Motovario H Series? This series housing has wide bearing support seats. Wider supports mean better load and shock handling and less stress on the reducer housing! 

Motovario MotorSmartBox H series housings have wide bearing support seats. The wider supports mean better load and shock handling and less stress on the reducer housing. The reducer feet, typically the focal point for torsion and other stresses, are relieved of some strain. By easing the stress on the reducer housing, reducer failure due to overhung load is eliminated.

How about the Smartbox Gear reducer?  The Modularity Concept of Motovario SmartBox™ means modular production and modular assembly for modular gear reducers. SmartBox™ is built with standardized parts, sharing gears, shafts, input sets and output shafts and flanges. SmartBox™ gear reducers are easily adapted for any application. With machined feet, tapped mounting holes and flange mounting available as standard, the SmartBox S Series can adapt easily to any application. Hollow bore or solid shaft output is also available, adding to the SmartBox S Series flexibility. Smaller SmartBox S Series units are also maintenance-free (sizes 050 and 060). These units are sealed and do not require a breather plug. All SmartBox PS and IS Series reducers are approved for the baking industry by BISSC.

Marshall Wolf Automation also carries Lenze motors, Weg motors and all of the variable speed motor drives to control the speed of your motor.

If you are looking for a distributor where a live person answers the phone, tech support is available to answer your questions and customer service is helpful, call us!  800-325-9653 We are here to help. 

Don't Be Confused!!

Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by David Sheets
Don't be confused on where to purchase your industrial automation equipment!confused

Marshall Wolf Automation wants be to be your one-stop source for all of your industrial automation equipment.  We want to help end the confusion and simplify your purchasing!

Our website at www.wolfautomation.com gives an excellent overview of the huge variety of products we have to offer.

Our variable frequency drive selection encompasses AC Tech Lenze, Delta, Fuji, Hitachi, and Teco
Westinghouse.

Marshall Wolf Automation is also an authorized distributor for Bonfiglioli USA and Motovario gearboxes. 

Need a sensor?  Again, Marshall Wolf Automation is your answer.  We distribute for Pepperl & Fuchs, Baumer, Carlo Gavazzi, Takex and Leuze.

Top your order off with some industrial light towers from Patlite, some power supplies from IDEC, Delta, or Altech.

Let Marshall Wolf Automation become your one-stop industrial automation distributor and ease the confusion.

Please email your request to sales@wolfautomation.com.

AC Tech Lenze High Performance AC Drives

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
The popular AC Tech Lenze SMVector series is a variable frequency AC drive series that offers a wide range of options:

Standard Enclosure Vector AC Drive
NEMA 1
120V to 600V
0.33 to 40 HP
Open loop vector, V/Hz

Washdown Enclosure Vector AC Drive
NEMA 4Xac tech lenze drives
120V to 600V
0.33 to 30 HP
Open loop vector, V/Hz

Integral Disconnect Vector AC Drive
NEMA 4X
Integral motor and drive disconnect
0.33 to 30 HP
Open loop vector, V/Hz

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of AC Tech Lenze variable speed AC drives.


Baumer Laser Sensor News

Thursday, August 18, 2011 by David Sheets
Baumer has expanded its portfolio of distance measuring sensors with the OADM 260 laser distance sensor.  The new time of flight technology sensor measures distances up to 13 meters.  With its compact housing it is one of the smallest and at the same time most powerful sensors on the market.

OADM260

Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Baumer Electric distributor.

The OADM 260 laser distance sensor is especially suited for path measurements in large-format machines, i.e. in wood, metal, or paper processing, or in hydraulic lifts and raised platforms.  The repeat accuracy (+/- 5mm), linearity (+/- 20mm) and short measuring repetition rate 0f 10 ms allow precise measurements even on moving objects. 

The compact design of the sensor facilitates its integration into the application.  The measuring range of the OADM can be adjusted via a teach-in button or the connector cable.  The robust metal housing, the washable glass pane, and protection class IP 67 guarantee a high durability, even in harsh industrial applications.

Please visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com and view our vast product offering.  In addition to Baumer Electric, we offer AC Tech Lenze and Teco drives, Bonfiglioli USA gearboxes and Euchner switches, just to name a few.

Smart Speed Pot for Drive Control

Friday, August 12, 2011 by Caryl Clement
Dart Smart Speed PotYou already know that Marshall Wolf Automation is the place to buy variable speed AC drives.  But if you also need a compact, economical control that can be used with conventional AC, DC, or Brushless DC adjustable speed drive systems to provide an LED display of set speeds and precise, digital closed loop motor speed control, Dart Controls has the perfect solution!

The Dart ASP10, digital closed loop interface for improved AC or DC drive system performance makes Dart’s Accu-Set the ultimate in accuracy and control! 

The Accu-Set is simple to operate… just set the desired RPM, rate, or time in the large 1/2″ LED display by depressing the “up-down” pushbuttons, one digit at a time or fast sweep. The Accu-Set settings are exact and repeatable. It will precisely control speed to a remarkable ±1/2 RPM of set speed, long term. The panel mount unit is easy to install in the industry standard cutout dimensions of 1/8 DIN. All wiring connects directly to a rugged screw type terminal strip through the easy access rear panel.

We are your one-stop Industrial Automation Distributor.  Whether you are looking for Lenze drives or any other high performance AC drive or the proper accessories to make them work harder, call us!  800-325-9653 - we have technical support on staff to assist you!

It's Easy To Order A Variable Frequency Drive!

Thursday, August 11, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
variable frequency driveActually, I should say it's easy to order a variable frequency drive at WolfAutomation.com!

Why? Marshall Wolf Automation allows you to easily filter your search by a number of options.

Searchable options for high performance AC drives:
  • Price
  • Housing
  • Input
  • Horsepower
  • Type of drive/application
  • Special options 

Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor for all the top brands.

We are authorized for AC Tech Lenze, Fuji Electric, TECO Westinghouse, Hitachi, Delta, Gefran and U.S. Drives!

Search all of our high performance AC drives now!

Marshall Wolf Automation and BIG BALLS!!

Thursday, August 11, 2011 by David Sheets

More precisely, Marshall Wolf Automation has a connection to the popular tv show "WIPEOUT".

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We had an inquiry from the special effects company for the television show 'WIPEOUT" for a drive to help control the mechanics of their obstacles.  We just sent them a 30hp Fuji Mega drive. 

Recently, Marshall Wolf Automation has also sold Chint indicator lights and Patlite industrial light towers to television and movie production companies.

Your application may not be as exotic as the above examples but it illustrates the many applications for the variety of automation products Marshall Wolf offers.

Marshall Wolf Automation wants to be your industrial automation distributor!  We offer one-stop shopping for drives, motors, sensors, power supplies, and gearboxes.  We are authorized distributors for Bonfiglioli USA, Teco, Weg, AC Tech Lenze, Pepperl & Fuchs, and Leuze, just to name a few.

Please visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com and do your one-stop shopping!

Variable Frequency Drives and Generators

Wednesday, August 3, 2011 by Scott Welch
An email repsonse from: scott@wolfautomation.com

I received the following from technical support at AC Tech Lenze. He is looking at this as a backup generator that would turn on and off in certain circumstances. In your case this is our permanent power supply. Being that we do not sell generators I do not have a very good background in that area. By looking at the information below the main concern seems to be the phase to phase control coming from the generator. If the generator manufacturer can give you more detailed information on the output of the generator itself you would have to make sure we are getting what we need to maintain a smooth running AC drive/motor combination.

Although switching from line power to a backup generator is an accepted practice in many applications, there are some limitations you should be aware of pertaining to our Variable Frequency Drives. Many portable backup generators have a larger voltage swing on their phase to phase voltage input than our recommended phase to phase voltage tolerance which must be less than 2%. Although our AC Drives are equipped with surge guards in the input rectifier circuit, it may be necessary to use external protection for severe input disturbances such as surge arrestors. Larger variances cause greater ripple on the DC bus caps and this will damage them and other power components over time. Our drives need a minimum of 2 minutes between cycling of power. Otherwise it can damage the charge relay circuit or at the very least will blow the input fuses or trip the circuit breaker.

In cases where input power has “moderate” spikes in voltage which causes current surges, a 3% line reactor may help the situation.

Another solution is to add a voltage monitor with a suitable time delay. It has a protection trip level that shuts down in cases of under-voltage, over-voltage, a loss of phase and voltage imbalance between phases. This device ensures that our VFD will not see unbalanced input power or never be powered up until these other voltage tolerances and proper delay times are met.

M141000B AC Tech  100 hp 460 volt drive in a Nema 1 enclosure  $6,836.50

http://www.wolfautomation.com/Configure3.aspx?ProductID=23229&x=90&y=11

M141000D AC Tech 100 hp 460 volt drive in a Nema 12 ( oil tight dust tight) enclosure $7,473.40

http://www.wolfautomation.com/Configure3.aspx?ProductID=23229&x=90&y=11

Did this email post help you?  Let us know!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor!

ADAM 6000 Series Ethernet Enabled Modules

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 by Caryl Clement
Advantech ADAM moduleAdvantech's ADAM Remote I/O Modules have been a consistent and reliable figure in the industrial automation field for many years! 

From the RS-232 based ADAM 4520, which makes it far less-expensive to continue to use RS-232 equipment to replace it, to the ADAM 6000 series, which is designed to realize the concept of the smart I/O blocks with built-in GCL logic function, Advantech's ADAM modules are small devices for big applications.    The ADAM series has continually evolved ahead of the curve and had always strived to met new trends even before they become popular. 

Call Marshall Wolf Automation for all of your Advantech needs from Industrial Ethernet Switches to fully functional computer systems.  We also have technical assistance on staff!

We are your one-stop industrial automation distributor and can supply all of your factory automation needs from Lenze Drives to Altech Terminal Blocks. 

High Performance AC Drives, Industrial Electric Motors & Soft Starters

Monday, July 11, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
We have all the top brands in one place!

Marshall Wolf Automation is the only industrial automation distributor you need:

We are authorized for variable frequency drives from AC Tech Lenze, Fuji Electric, Hitachiac drive,TECO-Westinghouse, Weg, Delta and Gefran.

Do you think your application could use a soft starter instead? We carry Carlo Gavazzi, TECO-Westinghouse and Weg soft starters! If you need technical assistance to determine if a soft starter or variable frequency drive is best for your application our tech department can help!

teco motorIf you are using high performance AC drives or soft starters then we know you have an industrial electric motor in that application as well!

We are authorized for TECO, Weg, Leeson and SPG industrial electric motors.



Marshall Wolf Automation can help you with all of your high performance AC drive, soft starter and industrial electric motor requirements!
 



EOS-Array - Expandable Photovoltaic Monitoring Solutions

Monday, June 20, 2011 by Caryl Clement
Eos ArrayThe Eos-Array is an expandable combination of modules which provides complete control of a photovoltaic plant. The core unit is the VMU-M which performs local bus management of both measuring units, the VMU-Sand the VMU-P and the VMU-O I/O unit. The VMU-M assigns the local unit address automatically and gathers the local measurements coming from VMU-S and VMU-P measuring units. The VMU-M can provide, via the VMU-O modules, two relay outputs to manage alarms and/or external loads (such as a lighting system,a PV washing system, etc.) and two PV panel temperature inputs. The VMU-S is the DC power measuring unit (generated by PV panel), features a built-in fuse holder. The VMU-P collects relevant environmental data (through external sensors) such as wind speed, air temperature and sun irradiation. The Eos-ArraySoft is freeware software, which downloads the Eos-Array system memory to the PC, for improved PV plant efficiency and analysis.

This, along with the full-range of Carlo Gavazzi sensors, is just some of what you can find at www.wolfautomation.com.  We are an authorized industrial automation distributor for all of the lines that we carry, so whether you are looking for Lenze Drives or Leuze Sensors, Marshall Wolf Automation is the place to go. Call us today at: 800-325-9653!

Industrial Automation = Marshall Wolf Automation

Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Are you looking for one distributor for all of your industrial automation needs?
Marshall Wolf Automation is that distributor!

wolf automation industrial automation distributor
We carry a full line of industrial automation products including:
  • AC drives - variable frequency drives
  • Industrial light towers - stack lights, beacons, tower lights
  • Sensors - photoelectric, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, ultrasonics & more!
  • Relays - solid state, mercury, ice cube, terminal block style
  • Motors - AC and DC motors, gearmotors, all types
  • Industrial DC power supplies - panel mount and DIN rail mount
Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation
distributor for all the top brands including:

AC Tech Lenze, Patlite, Hitachi, Fuji Electric, Menics, Delta, TECO-Westinghouse,
WEG, IDEC, Pepperl + Fuchs, Altech, Carlo Gavazzi and more!


Search all of our industrial automation products now!



TECO Westinghouse Industrial Electric Motors

Thursday, May 12, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Did you know that Marshall Wolf Automation is a large, stocking distributor for the full line of TECO Westinghouse? Not just the variable frequency drives but also the soft starters and industrial electric motors.

TECO Westinghouse is a leading manufacturer of electric motors that includes induction, synchronous and DC motors and generators available from 1/4 hp to 100,000 hp.

TECO Westinghouse motors include:
  • Synchronous motors
  • Wound rotor motors
  • DC motors
  • World series
  • Single phase (TEFC)
  • Two speed industrial electric motors
  • Rolled steel motors
  • NEMA premium cast iron ODP
  • Explosion proof motors - Division 1, Zone 1
  • Oil well pump motors
  • Stainless steel washdown motors

teco westinghouse motorsMarshall Wolf Automation is a powerhouse in industrial electric motors with engineers in-house to help you choose the best motor for your application.

We are your authorized industrial automation distributor for all the big names including TECO Westinghouse, WEG motors, Lenze, Leeson and more!

Search all of our industrial electric motors now!
Learn more about our TECO products here.



Which AC Tech Lenze Variable Frequency Drive is Right For You?

Thursday, April 14, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
 Variable frequency drives are used to electronically control the speed of industrial electric motors. AC Tech Lenze offers a wide range of high performance AC drives to help you handle evac tech sm vectorerything from simple speed control to complex.


SMVector Drives (Vector AC Drives)
NEMA 1, standard enclosure or NEMA 4X (IP65), washdown enclosure
Available from 033 to 30 hp
Open loop vector, V/Hz


IP20 Inverter Drivesac tech volt hertz inverter
SCM/SCL series are volts/hertz drives available up to 15hp
SCF series is available up to 30 hp and 590V
SCD series offers DeviceNet
SMD series is available in basic I/O or full I/O
TCF series is open-loop vector

Enclosed Inverter Drives
MC series is a volts/Hz drive available in NEMA 1, 4X or NEMA 12.
MCH series is a volt/hertz available up to 250 hp with many options.

Marshall Wolf Automation makes finding the perfect variable speed drive easy! We have a comprehensive website at www.wolfautomation.com as well as in-house engineers and a well-trained inside sales staff.

Search now for your AC Tech Lenze variable frequency drive!











AC Tech Lenze In Stock!

Tuesday, April 12, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
Looking for same day shipping on an AC Tech Lenze variable frequency drive?

ac tech lenze drivesChances are we have it in our warehouse ready to ship today!

Marshall Wolf Automation is a stocking distributor for many brands of high performance AC drives including AC Tech Lenze, Hitachi, Delta, TECO-Westinghouse and Fuji Electric.

Need help figuring out which variable speed AC drive is best for your application? No problem, we have in-house engineers ready to help you out.

Search all of our AC Tech Lenze variable frequency drives now!


AC Tech Lenze Price Increase Coming April 1st, 2011

Thursday, March 24, 2011 by Beckie Bordenaro
ac tech lenzeAC Tech Lenze has announced a price increase effective April 1st, 2011.

AC Tech pricing will increase an average of 3.8% while the Lenze increase varies.

Stock up now at current pricing! Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor for the complete AC Tech Lenze line.

Place your AC Tech high performance drive orders now and beat the increase!!

Your source for Single Phase VFD?

Monday, March 14, 2011 by Tina Hueppe
Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized Industrial Automation Distributor for single phase variable frequency drives.  Variable Frequency Drive

We carry the following single phase VFD's:
  • Teco Westinghouse drives
  • Lenze Drives
  • AC Tech Lenze
  • Weg Drives
  • Hitachi VFD's
  • Fuji Electric
  • Delta drives
Starting at as small as 1/8 HP, with or without NEMA enclosures, and ready to use right out of the box. We have the drive for you.

Looking for single phase output? We have that too!  Check out the Leeson's chassis mount AC drive here.

Check out our product page for more information on these single phase variable frequency drives. We also carry other high performance drives and 3 phase VFD's too.

For more information on us,  check out our website at www.wolfautomation.com.  Easy online ordering and free shipping on all online orders over $300.