Hyundai Ideal Electric Company

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. is the market leader in power generators for gas, steam, hydro, and diesel engines, up to 50 MVA.

Our product line includes all types of industrial switchgear and rotating equipment. Current capabilities range from standard 125 HP hermetic induction motors to customized 50,000 KVA water-cooled synchronous generators.

Our present plant is located on a 29-acre site with over 280,000 sq. ft. under roof. Our test floor allows for complete testing of synchronous motors and generators in the vertical and horizontal configuration and full load testing of induction motors up to 8000 HP, at voltages from 480 volts to 13.8 kv and at 60Hz and 50 Hz.

Hyundai Ideal ships approximately 35% of its product overseas. Our equipment is manufactured in Mansfield, Ohio, and often has a U.S. content greater than 90%. The increase in international business, along with our commitment to excellence led the way to international ISO 9001 certification in 1996.

We are one of the few generator manufacturers designing and building our own switchgear, assuring a coordinated design and trouble free start-up. We are also the only U.S. manufacturer to supply space-saving generator-mounted epicyclic gears.

Our motor product line includes both induction and synchronous designs with ratings of 200 HP -22,000 HP. We provide custom designs and supply complete packages, including motor starters and controls.

We have the resources to handle almost any size project while still providing the personal attention customers appreciate.

At Hyundai Ideal Electric Co., we have been working with our customers since 1903 to provide reliable and economical equipment designed to meet your special needs.

Our generators can be found on all types of prime movers in installations around the world. Our motors are in use driving virtually every type of equipment in such diverse industries as petrochemical, paper, automotive, mining, and pharmaceuticals. Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. switchgear and controls are also at work in all of these same applications.

But we have done more than just supply equipment. We have developed a reputation as well… a reputation for quality, versatility and flexibility.

In short, we are a supplier you can count on to meet your needs.

Company History

The Ideal Electric Company was created in 1903 out of the Card Electric Company. At that time, the plant occupied 2500 square feet in a converted horse carriage shop.

Through the guidance of founder and first president, Glen Vinson, Ideal Electric grew steadily and consistently through the years. Ideal’s first product was a split frame motor developed for streetcars.

Pioneering Synchronous Motors and Generators

After World War I, Ideal pioneered two products for the electrical industry. The first was large, slow speed synchronous motors and generators. The second was the poly-phase capacitor induction motor.

During World War II, Ideal was an active supplier to the armed forces. Generator sets delivered to the Navy provided shipboard power for the EC-2 Liberty class ships, while Ideal motor-generator sets powered gun turrets on U.S. cruisers.

Continuous Innovation

In the 1950’s, Ideal Electric led the move to brushless excitation of synchronous machines. Ideal Electric also developed both synchronous and induction motors for use with variable frequency drives.

A New Beginning

Due to Ideal’s success producing motors for compressors, they were acquired from the Vincent family by the Carrier Corporation in 1976.

United Technologies acquired Carrier in 1979, and as part of a restructuring, divested Ideal Electric.
In 1986, Michael Vucelic, along with 16 of Ideal’s employees led a management buyout of Ideal Electric.

Expanded Capabilities

Our growth necessitated the development of an engineering staff capable of designing and building products to suit the needs of an industry that is diversified and always seeking better performance.

Our present plant is located on a 29-acre site with over 280,000 sf under roof. Our product line now includes all types of industrial switchgear and rotating equipment.

New Ownership

In 2007, Ideal Electric was purchased by Hyundai Heavy Industries of Ulsan, South Korea. The rich tradition and commitment of Ideal carries on under the new moniker of Hyundai Ideal Electric Co.

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. Today

Today, Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. is a market leader in made to order medium and high power motors and generators. HIEC serves a wide variety of markets including oil and gas, petrochemical, municipal, utility and the critical renewable energies markets for hydro and geothermal steam.

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. ships approximately 35% of its product overseas. This figure is expected to rise as the need for rugged motors and generators increases around the world.

The increase in international business, along with our commitment to excellence led the way to international ISO 9001 certification in 1996.

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. is one of the few generator manufacturers who builds their own switchgear and is the only U.S. manufacturer to supply space-saving generator-mounted epicyclic gears.

Our People Make the Difference

The Ideal tradition is carried forward by our 250 plus employees. Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. prides itself in having expert craftsmen. Some of our current workers have relatives who were with Ideal when the company was formed. The average employee has over 20 years’ experience with the company. This experience and pride results in excellent workmanship. These skills are complemented by an experienced custom design engineering staff.

The unique combination of engineering and manufacturing experience, developed over 100 years, assures high quality in every product.

Protecting your investment – it means more than insuring the plant. It also means keeping your equipment in top condition to maximize service life and upgrading to keep in step with changing technology. That’s why you can count on Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. – the responsive company with comprehensive rotating equipment service and support.

We have earned a reputation for quality by supporting our customers with specialized technical product support and our ability to respond promptly to customer demands. Excellent service is assured by people who understand your equipment and process needs. Our experienced staff of service engineers can spot potential performance problems and recommend corrective action. Continue to enjoy the benefits of first-hand product knowledge and problem solving capabilities by having us instruct your on-site staff. We can recommend ways to improve your equipment efficiency and reduce operation costs with improvements such as overhauls and upgrades. Our extensive experience gives us a strong base to help customers develop effective stocking programs. Rely on us to maximize your equipment availability.

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. experience… responding with solutions for over 100 years.

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. is an original equipment manufacturer with quality that’s been established worldwide. A complete range of customer-focused service has proven Hyundai Ideal Electric Co. the ideal partner for any application.