Cutler-Hammer is a pioneering company in the field of motor control, having developed the first automatic starter patented in 1900, which laid the foundation for the modern industry. In 1901, Cutler-Hammer designed the control systems for the Panama Canal, and in the 1930s, it obtained 28 patents for the use of vacuum tubes to control heavy currents. With a long history of innovation, the company expanded globally and made significant contributions to technological progress in various sectors. Cutler-Hammer became part of Eaton in 1978, bringing a portfolio of power control and switching devices with annual sales exceeding 500 million dollars. Today, as part of Eaton, it continues to lead in providing advanced solutions for motor control and protection of electrical equipment.
