Custom Control Systems That Work When You Do

Control panel and motor control installations serving industrial operations in Johnston, Iowa.

When your production line depends on precise motor control and responsive panel systems, you need equipment built to handle the actual conditions of your facility in Johnston. Jenson Electric, LLC. designs and installs custom control panels that integrate with existing machinery and operator workflows, replacing outdated relay logic or expanding capacity where your floor plan and electrical service allow it.

Control panel installations include wiring, component mounting, labeling, and system integration with your motor controls, sensors, and safety interlocks. Motor control systems are configured for start-stop sequences, variable speed drives, and load monitoring based on the equipment you run. Troubleshooting services identify wiring faults, failed contactors, and communication errors between panels and programmable controllers. Each installation is designed around your operational requirements and available panel space.

If your facility in Johnston needs a control panel built or an existing motor control system evaluated, reach out to discuss your equipment and timeline.

What Happens During a Panel Build and Integration

Your project begins with a review of your electrical drawings, motor specifications, and panel enclosure dimensions to confirm what fits and what needs modification. In Johnston, Jenson Electric, LLC. assembles panels onsite or in-shop depending on the complexity of the build and your facility schedule. Components are mounted on DIN rail or backplate, wired according to schematic, and labeled for future maintenance access.

Once the panel is energized and connected to your motors, you will see consistent startup behavior, reduced nuisance trips, and clearer fault indication when something stops working. Motor control systems are tested under load to verify proper sequencing and thermal protection settings.

Installations may include variable frequency drives, soft starters, reversing contactors, or multi-speed controls depending on what your motors require. Panel upgrades do not always require full replacement—existing enclosures can be retrofitted with new components if the layout and wire capacity support it. Work is scheduled to minimize downtime and coordinated with your production calendar when possible.

Questions about panel builds and motor systems come up often.

These are some of the questions facility managers and maintenance teams ask before scheduling control panel work or troubleshooting motor systems in Johnston.

What does a custom control panel include?
A custom control panel includes an enclosure, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, terminal blocks, and wiring based on your motor and control requirements. Panels are labeled and built to match your electrical drawings and equipment layout.
How long does a panel installation take?
Panel installation time depends on the number of circuits, components, and integration points with existing systems. A standalone motor control panel may take one to two days, while multi-zone systems with programmable logic can take longer.
What causes a motor control system to trip repeatedly?
Repeated trips are usually caused by overload conditions, incorrect thermal relay settings, loose connections, or motor insulation breakdown. Troubleshooting includes checking voltage, current draw, and contactor condition under load.
Can you upgrade a control panel without replacing the enclosure?
Yes, if the enclosure has enough space and the existing wiring supports the new components. Jenson Electric, LLC. evaluates panel condition, wire gauge, and mounting capacity before recommending retrofit or replacement.
What types of facilities use motor control panels?
Motor control panels are used in factories, wastewater treatment plants, HVAC systems, conveyor operations, and municipal pump stations throughout Johnston and Central Iowa. Any facility with motors that need sequenced or monitored operation benefits from a dedicated control system.

If your facility in Johnston is adding equipment, replacing aging controls, or troubleshooting a motor system that will not run reliably, Jenson Electric, LLC. can review your setup and provide a solution that fits your space and schedule. Contact us to go over your panel requirements and arrange a site visit.