Tekwell’s Chattanooga, Tennessee location serves as a regional hub for industrial automation engineering and custom control panel fabrication. Through our Automation Division and dedicated Panel Shop, we provide fully integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, and deliver long-term system reliability for industrial and municipal clients throughout the Southeast.

Industrial Automation & Motor Control Solutions

Industrial motor automation involves the engineering, programming, and integration of technologies that control the speed, torque, position, sequencing, and operation of electric motors with minimal manual intervention. At Tekwell Services, our Chattanooga automation team designs and deploys systems that optimize performance while reducing downtime and operational risk.

Our automation solutions combine robust hardware—such as Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), sensors, and safety devices—with intelligent software platforms to create responsive, data-driven control systems.

Core Automation Capabilities

Motor Control & Drives
Installation and configuration of VFDs, soft starters, and servo drives to precisely manage acceleration, deceleration, braking, and energy consumption.
System Integration & Smart Automation
Seamless integration of motors into PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and intelligent process control.
Safety & Protection Systems
Design and implementation of overcurrent, overload, interlocking, and emergency stop systems to protect both equipment and personnel.
Predictive Maintenance & Diagnostics
Use of advanced monitoring technologies to track vibration, temperature, and electrical load, allowing potential failures to be identified before they impact production.
Custom Engineering Solutions
Purpose-built automation strategies tailored to each application, supporting both new installations and upgrades to existing systems.

Common Automation Applications

Tekwell’s automation services support a wide range of industrial environments, including:

Conveyor and sorting systems
Material handling equipment such as cranes, hoists, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
Pumps, fans, mixers, and process equipment
Robotics, CNC machinery, and manufacturing lines

Benefits of Automation

Improved operational efficiency and reduced energy usage
Increased precision and repeatability in motion control
Lower maintenance costs through predictive diagnostics
Enhanced workplace safety by reducing manual interaction with hazardous machinery

Tekwell Services Panel Shop – Chattanooga, TN

Tekwell Services’ Chattanooga Panel Shop delivers precision-built industrial control panels engineered for compliance, reliability, and long-term performance. This dedicated facility supports automation projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring every control system is built to exact specifications.

The panel shop is staffed by highly experienced technicians, each bringing decades of hands-on expertise in industrial control system design, fabrication, and startup. Our team collaborates closely with clients to ensure each panel aligns with operational requirements, safety standards, and future expansion needs.

Control Platforms & Integration Expertise

The Chattanooga panel shop supports a broad range of industry-leading automation platforms, allowing seamless integration into existing systems or greenfield installations:

Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and drives
Siemens automation systems
Danfoss variable frequency drives
WEG motors and drives
SEW Eurodrive motion solutions
Yaskawa automation and drive components

Panels are designed with serviceability, clarity, and performance as top priorities, minimizing downtime and simplifying long-term maintenance.

Panel Shop Capabilities & Facility Specifications

5,000 square feet of dedicated manufacturing space
100-amp electrical service for full three-phase testing
Testing capabilities for 460 VAC and 230 VAC systems
Controlled environment for assembly, wiring, labeling, and inspection

Every panel is fabricated using proven standards and best practices, then fully tested before delivery to ensure performance in real-world operating conditions.

UL 508A Certified Panel Builder

Tekwell Services is a UL 508A certified industrial control panel builder, allowing UL markings to be applied to every panel produced at the Chattanooga facility. This certification provides:

Verified compliance with nationally recognized safety standards
Reduced risk during inspections and commissioning
Confidence that panels meet code and operational requirements

Documentation Delivered With Every Panel

Each project includes complete, professional documentation to support installation and long-term maintenance:

AutoCAD Electrical schematics
Detailed panel layout drawings
Clearly labeled components and wiring

This documentation ensures electricians, engineers, and maintenance teams can quickly understand, service, and support the system throughout its lifecycle.

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