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Sunbelt Solomon Announces TJC as New Investment Partner

Leading Provider of Complete Lifecycle Power Solutions Enters Next Chapter of Growth with TJC TEMPLE, Texas, [July 20, 2026] – Sunbelt Solomon, a leading provider of complete lifecycle power solutions, today announced that investment funds managed by TJC, L.P. (“TJC”) have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the company from Trilantic North America. Headquartered […]

Data Center Commissioning 101: Validating Critical Power Systems With Load Banks

Unplanned downtime carries costs that can cripple an organization. For data center operations managers, that reality transforms commissioning from a checkbox exercise into mission-critical insurance. Yet many leaders inherit newly commissioned facilities without truly understanding whether the power systems were properly validated or what this means in practice. This guide bridges that gap. You’ll learn […]

Planning a Major Substation Upgrade? Why You Need a Temporary Mobile Unit

Planning a Major Substation Upgrade? Why You Need a Temporary Mobile Unit

Much of the nation’s electrical infrastructure is now 50 to 75 years old. The equipment that powers communities and businesses is reaching the end of its operational life. For project managers overseeing substation upgrades, the challenge isn’t just technical — it’s financial and operational. A single hour of downtime can cost thousands or even millions […]

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Sunbelt Solomon Announces Plans to Open Transformer Repair and Recycling, Field Services and Equipment Rental Facility in Elba, Alabama

New service center represents multimillion dollar investment in the local economy Facility expands the company’s geographical reach and creates well-paying employment opportunities ELBA, Alabama – Sunbelt Solomon Services (“Sunbelt Solomon” or “SSS”), a leading provider of customized and sustainable electrical power solutions and services, today announced plans to open a service center in Elba, Alabama […]

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Sunbelt Solomon Appoints Michael Lamothe as Executive Vice President of the Services Division

Sunbelt Solomon (“SSS” or “the Company”), a leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services, today announced the appointment of Michael Lamothe as Executive Vice President of the Company’s Services Division. Based in Sharon, PA, and reporting to Company CEO Gus Cedeño, Lamothe will oversee all service businesses and capabilities operating under the Sunbelt […]

Elba Alabama Grand Opening

Sunbelt Solomon Celebrates Grand Opening of 17th North American Location in Elba, Alabama

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, along with other state and local dignitaries, joined Sunbelt Solomon’s CEO Gus Cedeño at the official ribbon-cutting ceremony  Facility represents a multimillion-dollar investment and creates more employment opportunities in the Southeastern Region New center supports state’s infrastructure by offering expedited transformer repair and recycling, field services and equipment rentals  October 23, […]

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Cargill Partnership Transforms Industry

Mineral Oil Alternative Spurs Results for Sunbelt Solomon, Customers A business relationship established more than a decade ago has blossomed into a major partnership for Sunbelt Solomon and Cargill, a global food and agricultural producer. Sunbelt Solomon is the largest volume service center partner for Cargill’s FR3® natural ester fluid, which is used in place […]

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Sunbelt Solomon Announces Acquisition of Valley Transformer  Electrical Solutions Leader Continues Expansion into New Markets Across North America  SOLOMON, Kan. (June 10, 2024) – Sunbelt Solomon Services, a leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services, today announced the acquisition of Valley Transformer, Inc., a provider of transformer repair and reconditioning services in the […]

Sunbelt Solomon Welcomes Ken Johnson, Vice President of Operations – West

Sunbelt Solomon’s efforts to support the organization in sustaining overall team member development while driving Safety and increasing Quality are strengthened by the addition of Ken Johnson to the executive team, serving as the Vice President of Operations – West. This is an exciting next step in our continued growth.   In addition to having direct oversight […]

Sunbelt Solomon and Phasor Engineering Partnership

Phasor Engineering Services Joins the Sunbelt Solomon Team

The acquisition marks a new era of enhanced electrical equipment and services for customers in New England On October 1, 2022, Sunbelt Solomon acquired Phasor Engineering Services, an electrical industry leader based in New England. Founded just over 20 years ago, Phasor has built strong, long-standing relationships with their clients by providing high quality electrical […]

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Sunbelt Solomon is Excited to Announce a Field Services Agreement with Tatung Company

The partnership will pair trusted manufacturing with trusted service and a much shorter-than-average lead time. Introduction Beginning early in 2023, US customers will have access to a wide range of high-quality Tatung transformers, serviced by Sunbelt Solomon. The partnership will see the large Taiwanese manufacturer delivering liquid filled transformers in various kV and MVA sizes […]

Data Center Power Solutions: Planning for 2025 and Beyond

With the rise of cloud storage and increasing data demands, data centers have become a critical support for dozens of industries. These operations need reliable, scalable power solutions quickly. Supporting artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools means thinking ahead. Whether through transformers or field services, data centers need partners who can deliver advanced power strategies. […]

Supply Chain Resilience in Electrical Equipment

In the electrical equipment space, supply chain disruptions aren’t just an inconvenience. They bring entire projects to a standstill while impacting the lives of countless people who rely on reliable power and services. Supply chain resilience is about surviving unexpected disruptions and thriving through them by adapting forward-thinking strategies. Below, you’ll learn about the core […]

Data Center Commissioning 101: Validating Critical Power Systems With Load Banks

Unplanned downtime carries costs that can cripple an organization. For data center operations managers, that reality transforms commissioning from a checkbox exercise into mission-critical insurance. Yet many leaders inherit newly commissioned facilities without truly understanding whether the power systems were properly validated or what this means in practice. This guide bridges that gap. You’ll learn […]

Planning a Major Substation Upgrade? Why You Need a Temporary Mobile Unit

Planning a Major Substation Upgrade? Why You Need a Temporary Mobile Unit

Much of the nation’s electrical infrastructure is now 50 to 75 years old. The equipment that powers communities and businesses is reaching the end of its operational life. For project managers overseeing substation upgrades, the challenge isn’t just technical — it’s financial and operational. A single hour of downtime can cost thousands or even millions […]

Manufacturing Power Solutions: Meeting Industry 4.0 Energy Demands

Manufacturing Power Solutions: Meeting Industry 4.0 Energy Demands

Industry 4.0 integrates cloud connectivity, AI and machine learning to reinvent how businesses design, manufacture and distribute their products. Companies can combine their people’s creativity, talent and innovation with the accuracy and speed of sophisticated tools to improve efficiency and productivity. Modern manufacturing has an increasing demand for efficient and reliable power solutions in modern […]