Houston Motor & Control (HMC) is a Texas-based industrial equipment supplier that specializes in electric motors, motor parts, control panels, and related electrical and mechanical components. Established in 1976, HMC brings over four decades of technical expertise to industries including municipal infrastructure, petrochemical, agriculture, manufacturing, HVAC, and construction.

In 2024, HMC launched a redesigned website at motor-hmc.com, introducing a more modern, user-friendly interface to better serve engineers, contractors, and procurement teams. The new platform reflects the company’s ongoing investment in streamlined customer experience and digital accessibility.

Core Offerings

1. Electric Motors
   HMC stocks one of the largest selections of electric motors in the Southern U.S., with inventory ranging from fractional horsepower units to high-capacity motors exceeding 500 HP. They are an authorized distributor for top-tier manufacturers such as WEG, Leeson, Toshiba, TECO Westinghouse, SEW-Eurodrive, Brook Crompton, and Wolong.
2. Motor Parts & Accessories
   The company provides a wide range of OEM and aftermarket parts, including bearings, fan blades, coils, end bells, and other hard-to-source components. Their team is skilled in identifying and sourcing discontinued or specialty parts.
3. Electrical Control Components
   HMC offers variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, circuit breakers, overload relays, PLCs, transformers, harmonic filters, and other electrical protection and automation equipment.
4. Mechanical Power Transmission
   Products include gearboxes, shaft couplings, belt drives, chain drives, and speed reducers. HMC specializes in high-torque and high-efficiency mechanical systems, with available brands including WEG, Hub City, and SEW-Eurodrive.
5. Custom Control Panels
   HMC designs and manufactures UL 508A and UL 698A certified control panels in-house. Panels can be customized for a range of applications, including hazardous locations, marine environments, or international standards (such as IECEx and ATEX). Common builds include:
   • VFD control panels
   • MCC starters and enclosures
   • Dust collector controllers
   • Centrifuge controls
   • Car wash system controllers

Key Strengths and Differentiators

• Comprehensive Inventory
  As a one-stop shop for motors, drives, controls, and mechanical components, HMC minimizes lead times and simplifies sourcing for project managers and engineers.
• Certified Panel Shop
  HMC operates a UL-certified panel shop that produces high-quality, custom-built control systems compliant with U.S. and international standards.
• Customer-Centric Service
  The company prides itself on rapid quote response times, technical design consultation, 24/7 emergency support, and a commitment to long-term client partnerships.
• Experienced Technical Team
  With nearly 50 years in the industry, HMC’s technical sales staff brings deep knowledge and application-specific insight to each project.

Pricing and Lead Times

HMC does not list pricing online, as costs vary depending on configuration, product type, and project complexity. Customers are encouraged to request a quote directly through the website or by contacting their sales team. Motors and common electrical components are typically available from in-stock inventory, while lead times for custom control panels vary based on engineering requirements and build complexity.

Resources and Contact Information

The redesigned website features a growing knowledge base, including articles such as “How to Read an Electric Motor Nameplate” and a detailed FAQ section covering motor types, control panel certifications, and service capabilities.

Contact Information:

• Phone: (713) 464-3910
• Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM CST
• Address: 21223 Spell Circle Drive, Tomball, TX 77375
• Website: https://motor-hmc.com