Industrial Electric Motors, Drives, and Power Transmission Solutions Available Through Cadeco Equipment Solutions
Baldor Electric Company is a historic and trusted name in industrial electric motors, drives, and mechanical power transmission products. Now part of ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc. as a heritage brand, Baldor products continue to deliver high-performance, dependable solutions for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing applications.
Cadeco Equipment Solutions offers a wide range of Baldor motors, power transmission components, and related products that support robust fluid handling, material movement, and industrial automation across diverse industries.
About Baldor
Baldor Electric Company was founded in 1920 in St. Louis, Missouri, with a mission to build better, more efficient electric motors. Over the decades, Baldor grew into a leading designer and manufacturer of energy-efficient industrial motors and mechanical power transmission products, marketed under the Baldor-Reliance® and Dodge® brands.
In 2011 Baldor was acquired by ABB Ltd, and its operations are now integrated into ABB’s global Motors and Mechanical division. Despite the corporate evolution, Baldor’s legacy products and engineering expertise continue to serve as foundational offerings within ABB’s industrial motor portfolio.
Headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Baldor products are manufactured and distributed worldwide to OEMs, distributors, and end users in more than 70 countries.
Baldor Product Offerings
Baldor’s extensive range of products is engineered for reliability, efficiency, and performance in demanding industrial environments:
Industrial Electric Motors
Baldor’s motor portfolio includes a wide range of AC and DC motors designed for general purpose, severe duty, pump, HVAC, washdown, explosion-proof, variable speed, and IEC/NEMA configurations. These motors are built to provide dependable service across applications such as pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and material handling equipment.
Servo and Motion Control Motors
Baldor manufactures servo motors and associated gearboxes that support precise motion control in automated systems, packaging equipment, and robotics.
Large AC Motors and Generators
For heavy industrial duty, Baldor offers large induction and synchronous motors as well as generators to support power generation, industrial drives, and high-horsepower applications.
Drives and Controls
Baldor also produces motor drives and controllers used to adjust motor speed and torque, improving energy efficiency and process performance in many industrial systems.
Mechanical Power Transmission Products
Under the Dodge brand, Baldor supplies a full suite of mechanical power transmission components such as mounted bearings, enclosed gearing, couplings, sheaves, pulleys, and bushings that complement motor systems and support turnkey mechanical solutions.
Industries and Applications Served
Baldor motors and transmission products are relied upon in a broad range of industries, including but not limited to:
Industrial manufacturing
Chemical processing
Food and beverage production
Mining and aggregate
Oil and gas production
Water and wastewater treatment
Agriculture and irrigation
Air handling and HVAC systems
Material handling and conveyors
These solutions are engineered to deliver performance in environments that demand durability, efficiency, and robust operational capability.
Performance and Reliability
Baldor products are recognized for their rugged construction, energy efficiency, and long service life. Many Baldor motors feature industry-leading performance enhancements such as premium efficiency designs that meet or exceed NEMA Premium® efficiency levels.
With extensive product testing, quality control, and engineering support, Baldor motor and mechanical systems help reduce downtime, extend operating life, and improve overall system reliability.
Commitment to Quality and Support
Baldor’s legacy of engineering excellence is supported by a robust global service and support infrastructure through ABB. Customers benefit from access to product documentation, technical support, repair services, and replacement parts. The integration with ABB also offers expanded access to digital tools, predictive maintenance resources, and global supply networks.
The Cadeco Equipment Solutions Advantage
When you select Baldor products through Cadeco Equipment Solutions, you gain:
• A broad range of industrial motor and power transmission products backed by a legacy brand
• Expert assistance with product selection and application matching
• Support for system integration, installation guidance, and performance optimization
• Access to replacement parts, service resources, and industry insights
Whether your project involves pump motors, conveyor drives, automation motion systems, or heavy industrial drives, Baldor motors and components through Cadeco provide dependable performance, robust design, and world-class engineering support.