Our Story
The ERECTA SWITCH Concept is a groundbreaking approach to designing and manufacturing OEM-level switches for liquid, flow, and temperature applications. Compac Engineering Inc. has redefined the market by moving away from the traditional custom fabrication model widely used by industry competitors.
History and Evolution of the ERECTA SWITCH Concept.
For the first 25 years of Compac Engineering’s history, we offered a collection of base metal level switches and, like our competitors, sought custom business to accommodate specific mounting requirements, number of levels, lengths, and other variables that a customer might need. We quickly realized that the custom fabrication process was inefficient, leading to long lead times, high prices, and minimum order quantities. We also found that many variables driving customization were common across various industries. Recognizing this, we created a better solution: The ERECTA SWITCH Concept.
The ERECTA SWITCH Concept: A Modular, Adaptable Solution
The ERECTA SWITCH Concept is based on a modular system of components pre-manufactured to handle the most common configurations customers require. These components are designed to work seamlessly together, ensuring compatibility across various installation scenarios.
This modular design allows us to serve OEMs in various industries without the need for time-consuming custom manufacturing.
Our system supports a variety of mounting configurations, such as 1/8 NPT, 1/4 NPT, 1/2 NPT, 3/4 NPT, 1-1/4 NPT, and 2” NPT, along with flange-mount and multi-level extended stem options. Additionally, our products are adaptable to extended stem configurations up to 70” long, allowing them to accommodate taller tanks and more complex installations.
One of the key features of the ERECTA SWITCH system is its adaptability. We offer three types of plastic materials—polypropylene, acetal, and PVDF Kynar—for each product configuration, ensuring that our switches can operate in various chemical environments. Choosing from these high-performance materials allows our products to handle harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures, giving customers the peace of mind that their level switches will perform reliably in the field.
Why ERECTA SWITCH Is Different from All Other Compac Competitors
Unlike all other Compac competitors, who generally rely on base sensors with custom fabrication to meet specific customer requirements, the ERECTA SWITCH Concept offers a modular, pre-configured system that addresses 90% of typical customer needs. Traditional suppliers, such as those offering base sensors, approach each installation with a customized solution built from the ground up. This often leads to higher costs, extended lead times, and challenges with consistency.
We significantly shorten lead times by eliminating the need for custom fabrication in most cases. Additionally, the standardized components within the ERECTA SWITCH family can be adapted to meet a wide range of customer requirements without requiring expensive custom designs. This makes our products faster to market and more affordable than traditional, custom-built solutions.
We have also revolutionized the traditional model by offering field-repairable components.
This is a major advantage over competitors whose solutions may require replacing the entire unit if a component fails. With ERECTA SWITCH, customers can purchase individual components—a float, a connector, or a wiring receptacle—allowing them to repair their systems on-site without waiting for replacements. This cost-effective repairability reduces downtime and saves our customers money in the long run.
Key Benefits of ERECTA SWITCH
The advantages of using the ERECTA SWITCH system over traditional custom-fabricated solutions are numerous:
Faster Lead Times: The pre-manufactured components within the ERECTA SWITCH system significantly reduce lead times compared to custom-fabricated products, which can take weeks or even months to produce.
Cost Savings: By utilizing standardized, modular components and eliminating custom fabrication in most cases, we offer our customers a more affordable solution without compromising on quality.
Customizable without Custom Fabrication: ERECTA SWITCH’s modular design allows for quick adaptation to specific requirements—whether that’s mounting configurations, length, or materials—without the need for time-consuming and expensive custom fabrication.
Field Repairability: Unlike traditional competitors, where the entire product may need to be replaced when a part fails, all ERECTA SWITCH components are replaceable and can be serviced in the field, minimizing downtime and repair costs.
Versatility: With mounting options ranging from NPT threads to flange mounts, and extended stem configurations and multi-level configurations, ERECTA SWITCH is designed to fit virtually any tank or vessel, offering unparalleled versatility.
Wide Chemical Compatibility: Our use of three different types of plastic materials—polypropylene, acetal, and PVDF Kynar—ensures that our products can operate in the most challenging environments, whether handling harsh chemicals, high temperatures, or other demanding conditions.
Why Choose ERECTA SWITCH for Your Next Project?
When designing equipment that requires level, flow, or temperature switches, the ERECTA SWITCH Concept is the clear choice. Whether you need to control liquid levels, measure flow, or monitor temperature, our modular system provides a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective solution.
The ERECTA SWITCH system is designed for ease of use, and our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction ensures that you receive a solution that will meet your needs today and in the future.
The next time you design equipment for an OEM application, choose the ERECTA SWITCH Concept for its speed, flexibility, cost savings, and superior performance. Say goodbye to the hassle of custom fabrication and experience the advantages of modular, pre-configured solutions designed to meet your needs.
In conclusion, ERECTA SWITCH offers a unique blend of innovation, versatility, and efficiency, making it the preferred choice for engineers and OEMs seeking reliable, adaptable, cost-effective level, flow, and temperature switches.
Sensors Built for Demanding Industries
ERECTA SWITCH sensors and sensor sets are clever sensor configurations that package reed switches and bimetallic temperature switches into useful chemical resistant liquid level sensors and sets, liquid flow sensors and sets, and liquid temperature sensors and sets.