The building blocks of every motor control center

At the heart of every motor control center is a collection of MCC buckets. These are the modular, partially-enclosed components of the motor control center and contain a collection of motor starters, relays, variable frequency drives and other components that control motor-based equipment. When you combine a collection of MCC buckets together they make up a motor control system. MCC buckets are advantageous as they can be easily moved, removed, modified or added inside the motor control center. They also make for quick and easy installation.

Modular, convenient and efficient.

Partially contained within metal enclosures of about one to two square feet, MCC buckets greatly simplify and centralize your motor control center. They are commonly used for 3 phase AC motor systems, with each bucket generally controlling a single motor. Subsequently each bucket is then connected to a circuit breaker which lets that bucket to be disconnected without affecting the rest of the system and allowing for safe maintenance. MCC buckets are fed by a system of panel boards, switchboards and transformers and then harness that power to control the motor. MCC buckets can be custom-built and designed, either brand new or refurbished, so if you’re looking to replace an MCC bucket, it is possible to have it rebuilt to meet the specs and requirements of your old MCC bucket.