A brief history of Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric has grown from a maker of electromechanical devices to a global supplier covering motor control, protection and energy management.
- 1920s — Company established in Italy, focusing on industrial control components.
- 1950s–60s — Expansion of pushbuttons, cam switches and contactor lines for machinery builders.
- 1970s–80s — Motor protection circuit breakers (e.g. SM series) and a broader contactor/overload ecosystem.
- 1990s — Digital metering and power monitoring products begin, complementing core control gear.
- 2000s — Soft starters, changeover solutions and automation accessories broaden application coverage.
- 2010s — DMG analysers and DCRL power factor controllers adopt advanced communications for integration.
- 2020s — Connected offerings and software tools enhance commissioning, energy visibility and support.
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