Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Industrial Motor Control in Orange, CA
Since 1977, Mag-Trol has established itself as a premier distributor of industrial motor control solutions and electrical components. Our team of seasoned professionals, including industry veterans with decades of experience, specializes in providing NEMA and IEC-compliant motor controls, circuit breakers, contactors, and transformers to industrial clients, OEMs, contractors, and maintenance operations. As an authorized stocking distributor for leading manufacturers like GE, Siemens, and ABB, we maintain extensive inventory to ensure rapid fulfillment of standard and specialized electrical requirements. Our expertise extends to sourcing hard-to-find and obsolete components, supported by personalized service from our knowledgeable staff.With over 45 years of operational history, we combine deep technical knowledge with practical problem-solving to deliver reliable electrical solutions. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our partnerships with globally recognized manufacturers and our focus on maintaining technical proficiency in evolving industry standards. We serve as a trusted partner for businesses requiring dependable electrical components and expert guidance in Orange County and surrounding markets.
Services
Motor Control
Circuit Breakers
Contactors
Starters
Relays
Transformers
VFD Drives
Transfer Switches
Fuses
Renewal Parts
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of specialized experience in industrial electrical components
- Our team includes experts with decades of manufacturer-specific technical knowledge
- We maintain extensive stock for immediate delivery of critical components
- We are authorized distributors for 15+ leading electrical equipment manufacturers
- We provide expert assistance locating obsolete and hard-to-find electrical parts
Services
Motor Control
We provide comprehensive motor control solutions including NEMA and IEC contactors, starters, and overload relays. Our offerings cover standard and specialized applications for industrial machinery and equipment. With technical expertise dating to 1977, we supply components from leading manufacturers while maintaining inventory for immediate delivery.
Circuit Breakers
Our circuit breaker inventory includes molded case and low-voltage options from top manufacturers. We offer both standard and specialized protection devices for industrial electrical systems. As authorized distributors, we ensure product authenticity and technical compatibility for critical power distribution applications.
Variable Frequency Drives
We distribute AC/DC variable frequency drives for motor speed control applications. Our VFD inventory includes options from Danfoss, Siemens, and ABB for industrial automation systems. Technical support is available for selecting appropriate drives for specific machinery requirements.
Electrical Renewal Parts
We specialize in sourcing replacement components for existing electrical systems. Our inventory includes contactor coils, relay contacts, and starter parts for both modern and legacy systems. This capability helps maintain operational continuity for industrial clients with aging equipment.
Transformer Solutions
Our transformer offerings include control, isolation, and distribution models for industrial applications. We supply both standard and custom configurations from manufacturers like Jefferson Electric and Micron Transformers. Technical support is available for proper selection and application.
People
Lars Steensland
Founder
With over 55 years in the electrical industry since starting at Zinsco in 1963, Lars established Mag-Trol in 1977. His extensive experience provides strategic leadership for the company's technical operations and industry relationships.
Christian Steensland
Sales Executive
Christian brings over 35 years of electrical industry experience, including GE employment from 1989-1994 and current sales leadership since returning in 2001. He combines technical knowledge with customer service expertise.
Al Tejada
Sales Specialist
With 40+ years in electrical distribution since 1979, Al provides personalized service to long-standing clients. His deep industry relationships and technical knowledge support effective client solutions.
Mike Small
Sales Representative
Mike has specialized in electrical wholesale since 1977, offering technical expertise developed through decades of hands-on industry experience. He focuses on building long-term client relationships.
Barbara Steensland
Administrative Support
As a founding team member since 1977, Barbara provides continuity through administrative oversight while balancing family commitments with business responsibilities.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve industrial clients, OEMs, electrical contractors, and equipment maintenance operations requiring motor control and power distribution components.
Do you carry obsolete electrical parts?
Yes, our team specializes in locating hard-to-find and obsolete electrical components through our extensive industry connections and inventory.
Are you an authorized distributor?
Yes, we are an authorized stocking distributor for 15+ leading manufacturers including GE, Siemens, ABB, and Danfoss.
What are your business hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM Pacific Time at our Orange, CA facility.
Can you provide technical support?
Our experienced sales team offers technical guidance for component selection based on application requirements and industry standards.
