Emergency‑ready motor repairs and replacements | Hurricane-ready support


24/7 response with hurricane-season readiness. Sulzer’s Gulf Coast service centers in Pasadena, Orange, and La Porte are equipped to restore flooded motors quickly and deliver replacement units when repair is not the fastest option.

Urgent requests are routed to the nearest Sulzer service center

Emergency‑ready motor repairs and replacements | Hurricane-ready support


Sulzer’s hurricane response service gives you 24/7 access to world-class support from our Gulf Coast service centers in Pasadena, Orange and La Porte. From expert restoration of flooded motors to fast replacement from our extensive inventory, we move fast to get your operations back online.

Urgent requests are routed to the nearest Sulzer service center

When minutes matter,
choose Sulzer


Built for storm recovery: Our service centers operate through outages with backup power, provisions, and round‑the‑clock staffing.

Fast triage for flooded/moisture exposed motors: Immediate cleaning and drying of windings and bearing replacement are critical. Saltwater contamination requires an overhaul to avoid failure and unplanned downtime.

Capacity to move quickly: Large-capacity ovens can process several motors of nearly any size at once, supported by multiple test stands, balancers, 15 ft VPI tank, and in‑house fabrication services.

Emergency motor
repairs (HV/MV)


Overhauls and rewinds for AC and DC motors, with electrical testing up to 13.8 kV and high-capacity lifting and balancing for large rotating equipment.

Onsite 24/7 support for removal/installation, alignment, diagnostics, start‑up and commissioning.

Capability to handle AC motors >45,000 HP; (2) AC test panels to 13.8 kV; DC motors to 10,000 HP.

Emergency replacements
and new motor supply


Rapid replacement options: Extensive new motor inventory provides a fast alternative to repair, helping you restore operations without delay.

Trusted distribution capability: One of the largest new motor distributors in the Gulf Coast, with 24/7 support for any unforeseen events.

Gulf Coast readiness -
seasonal and year‑round


Strategically positioned service centers in Pasadena, Orange and La Porte provide the facilities, power redundancy, and inventory needed for rapid response during hurricane season and beyond.

What to expect when you
contact us


Immediate inspection and guidance on repair versus replacement based on damage, lead time, and operational risk.

Rapid mobilization of onsite field service teams and workshop processing, with clear timelines to return equipment to service.

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FAQs


How can I plan ahead of a hurricane?

Reach out to Sulzer to review inventory and resources

How quickly can you restore flooded motors after hurricane damage?

Inspections must be performed to determine scope of work prior to installation

How fast can I get replacement electric motors after a hurricane?

Sulzer trucks and inventory are readily available for shipment

Need help now?


Share your motor details, operating conditions, and urgency. We’ll connect you with the nearest Sulzer service center to initiate repairs or replacement.