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Association meeting, mini-fair and inspiring lectures gathered members from all over the country On November 5–6, ELR members gathered for an association meeting and mini-fair in Gothenburg. The event attracted great engagement and offered both new knowledge, fruitful conversations and many new contacts. The program began at Electric Drive Technology EDT AB in Kungälv, where the participants were able to take part in the company’s new premises […]

We celebrate Electric Motor Day today! In 1821, Michael Faraday laid the foundation for everything we call electrical drive today. Since then, electric motors have developed from the simple rotation of a cluster to high-performance systems that drive industry, transportation and the energy transition forward. Without electric motors, much would come to a standstill: industry, healthcare, transportation – yes, even the coffee machine at work! They work in […]

ELR, the trade association for electromechanical workshops and manufacturers of rotating machinery, has decided to hire Sinf as its new office from 2026. – At a time when the demands for certification, sustainability and technical competence are increasing, we want to provide our members with the best possible support and development opportunities. Through the collaboration with Sinf, we gain much-needed expertise in economics, […]

Elektriks Drivteknik – EDT, represents leading expertise in drive technology and supplies electric motors, generators and control systems. They supply high-performance electric motors, generators, control systems and quality components to customers in the process industry, engineering industry, marine and energy sectors – both in Sweden and internationally. Behind EDT is Claes Hugoson, a civil engineer in electrical machinery. He began his career at Myrén & Co in 1984 and has since […]

We are pleased to announce that we have certified 7 technicians and that 5 companies have thus become newly certified. Through continuous training, electromechanics stay up to date with the latest industry standards and technical developments. This not only strengthens professional knowledge but also contributes to a safe and reliable electrical and mechanical industry. We congratulate the following people who […]

On April 9–10, we gathered for the association’s annual and spring meeting – a well-attended and rewarding event with a focus on knowledge exchange, networking and technology in practice. The program included inspiring study visits to BEVI AB in Blomstermåla and Elektrovekstaden AB in Kalmar. We would like to extend a big thank you to both companies for opening […]

Elektroservice sells and renovates electric motors, tools and all equipment that contains electromechanics. Here you will also find one of Sweden's largest warehouses of industrial components. Can you tell us what Elektroservice does and what your role in the company is? Elektroservice is basically an electromechanical workshop that was started in 1969 by my father but in recent years […]

The ELR association has now implemented a refresher course for certified electromechanics. The aim is to ensure that the certified companies maintain and develop their competence, so that they can deliver services with the highest quality and safety. Through continuous training, electromechanics stay up to date with the latest industry standards and technical developments. This not only strengthens professional knowledge but also contributes […]

The company was started in 1953 by Kurt and Åke, but today the company is run by Kurt's son, Ola. Motor & Bilelektra offers rewinding, repair and service of all kinds of electric motors, electrical machines, power tools, pumps, fans, generators, etc. Their specialties include truck motors, DC and AC motors and rewinding of rotors. We asked Ola Jacobsson, CEO of Motor & […]

CG Drives & Automation has been a global player in the manufacturing of frequency converters and soft starters for over 40 years. With headquarters in Helsingborg and a strong global presence, the company is an important player in its industry. We spoke to Irené Josefsson, responsible for sales, inside sales and service in the Nordics, to get an insight […]