We Keep Your Food and Beverage Operations Powered On
In food and beverage manufacturing, power reliability is directly tied to product safety, regulatory compliance, and profitability. From continuous processing lines and bottling operations to temperature-critical refrigeration and cold storage, even a brief electrical failure can mean spoiled product, missed shipments, or costly shutdowns.
Circuit Breaker Sales, backed by the full strength of Group CBS, delivers end-to-end electrical power life cycle support built specifically for food and beverage environments. We help producers, processors, and distributors protect uptime, maintain compliance, and keep operations moving — whether you’re commissioning a new line or facility, upgrading aging infrastructure, or responding to an emergency.
Our capabilities are built around the most demanding challenges in food and beverage facilities:
- Designed for Washdown and Sanitation: Stainless, enclosed, and corrosion-resistant electrical solutions that stand up to frequent washdowns and harsh cleaning chemicals without sacrificing reliability
- Cold Chain Protection and Process Uptime: Specialized testing, temporary power, and rapid equipment replacement to safeguard refrigeration systems, freezers, chillers, and continuous production lines
- Regulatory-Ready Electrical Systems: Full compliance with NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E, OSHA, FDA, and USDA requirements, supporting safe, sanitary, and auditable electrical operations
- Immediate Access to Critical Equipment: Millions of in-stock components, including washdown-rated and enclosed gear, available same day to prevent spoilage and production losses
- Safety in Wet, Conductive Environments: Industry-leading arc flash protection and remote operation solutions that reduce risk during live work in high-moisture areas
From initial design and commissioning through long-term maintenance, life extension, and emergency recovery, we deliver the electrical expertise food and beverage facilities rely on to stay compliant, safe, and productive.
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The Power of One Keeps Food and Beverage Operations in Process
Food and beverage operations don’t have time to manage multiple electrical vendors — especially when compliance, documentation, and uptime are on the line. Group CBS companies bring together experts in sales, service, engineering, testing, and emergency response under one coordinated team.
By working as one integrated group, CBS and its partners provide complete electrical power system life cycle support for food and beverage facilities nationwide. The result is fewer handoffs, faster response times, and consistent standards across all locations.
With the Power of One, you gain:
- A single source for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical equipment and services
- Streamlined compliance documentation and safety reporting
- Nationwide access to NETA-certified technicians, engineers, and inventory
- Scalable support for multi-site producers and distributors
For more than 50 years, Group CBS companies have supported industrial and mission-critical facilities with dependable electrical solutions — bringing that same reliability to food and beverage operations of every size.
Unmatched Inventory for Food and Beverage Power Systems
Long lead times don’t work when production is running and refrigeration is at risk. CBS maintains one of the largest inventories of electrical equipment and renewal parts in the industry, ensuring rapid access to the components food and beverage facilities depend on.
Our inventory spans new, surplus, and reconditioned equipment, including washdown-rated and enclosed options suitable for sanitary environments. It’s sourced globally and stocked across dozens of U.S. locations, including Circuit Breaker Sales service shops, Switchgear Power Solutions, Arkansas Electrical Outlet, and Vacuum Interrupters. Whether it’s a single component replacement or a complete power distribution system, we have what you need.
Available equipment includes:
- Circuit Breakers: New, surplus, and remanufactured molded-case, insulated-case, air, vacuum, and power circuit breakers from all OEMs
- Power Distribution Equipment: Switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, panelboards, and protective relays for processing and refrigeration systems
- Renewal and Replacement Parts: Millions of in-stock components — including hard-to-find and obsolete parts — to keep legacy systems running
When you’re not sure what you need, CBS engineers can quickly assess your system and recommend the right solution — without slowing down production.
Life Extension and Shop Services for Your Equipment
Replacing electrical equipment in food and beverage facilities often means extended downtime and lost product. Our life-extension services provide a smarter alternative by restoring and upgrading existing assets to meet current performance and safety standards.
Through nationwide service shops and companies Circuit Breaker Sales NE, Advanced Electrical and Motor Controls, CBS Nuclear Services, and Circuit Breaker Sales and Repair, we support:
Reconditioning and Remanufacturing
Electrical equipment restored to meet or exceed OEM and industry standards
Retrofit and Upgrade Solutions
Increased interrupting capacity, improved reliability, modern trip units, and retrofit or retrofill options that integrate seamlessly with existing lineups
Documented Quality Assurance
Complete testing records and documentation to support audits and compliance requirements
Nationwide Field and Electrical Testing Services
Food and beverage facilities demand proactive testing to prevent failures that can compromise safety or product integrity. CBS Field Services and Premier Power Maintenance provide NETA-certified electrical testing and maintenance services nationwide.
Our capabilities include:
- Commissioning and Acceptance Testing: Ensuring that new or upgraded equipment performs safely and reliably from day one
- Circuit Breaker Testing: Verifying proper operation, speed, and clearing times to prevent unexpected outages
- Thermography and Preventive Maintenance: Identifying issues before they lead to shutdowns or product loss
- Arc Flash Analysis: Power system and protective device coordination studies to improve safety and system reliability
All testing aligns with NFPA 70B and industry best practices, supporting regulatory compliance and long-term uptime.
24/7 Emergency Restoration and Temporary Power
Electrical failures don’t wait for business hours — and neither does CBS. We provide 24/7/365 emergency response for food and beverage facilities nationwide.
With NETA-certified technicians, mobile workshops, temporary power solutions, and immediate access to inventory, we restore refrigeration and process power quickly to minimize downtime, spoilage, and financial loss.
Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Protection in Wet Environments
Wet, conductive processing areas increase electrical risk. CBS ArcSafe delivers industry-leading remote operation and arc flash mitigation solutions designed to protect personnel without disrupting operations. Safety isn’t optional. In food and beverage facilities, it’s critical to maintaining both compliance and continuity.
Available solutions include:
- Remote racking systems that keep technician outside the arc flash boundary
- Remote switching devices that allow safe operation from a distance
- Custom-engineered safety solutions tailored to washdown and high-risk environments
Engineered Electrical Solutions for Food and Beverage Applications
From custom panels to modified switchboards, Group CBS engineering teams design and build solutions that handle the unique demands of food and beverage facilities. Our in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities allow us to deliver durable, code-compliant systems that fit your space, process, and sanitation requirements.
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March 30–April 2
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April 20–23
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April 26–30
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Group CBS delivers electrical products and services worldwide for industrial, utility, and mission-critical facilities. Simplify operations, minimize cost, and reduce risk with one trusted partner for your entire electrical power system — from design and installation to testing, maintenance, and emergency response.
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