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Company History

NEMSCO Company History

Founded with a commitment to quality, integrity, and dependable service, NEMSCO has grown into a trusted name in the electrical industry. What began as a small operation built on strong relationships and hard work has evolved into a company known for reliability, technical expertise, and a customer-first mindset.

Over the years, NEMSCO has expanded its capabilities while staying true to its core values — delivering safe, efficient, and innovative solutions to every project. Today, the company continues to build lasting partnerships and power communities with the same dedication that defined its beginnings.

1988

NEMSCO was founded by Pedro Diaz & David Callender to serve the greater South Louisiana industrial market. Facilities include small warehouse with a single office.

1990

Corporate offices relocated to 11048 Cloverland Avenue.

1992

IEM designates NEMSCO as an authorized US distributor. Puerto Rico warehouse and sales office opened.

1993

NEMSCO begins stocking IEM medium voltage motors. The first formal national marketing of IEM motors takes place.

1994

Nationally known C.F. Steele Supply Company is acquired by NEMSCO.

1995

Local EASA repair facility James Electric is acquired by NEMSCO, complementing our new motor product offering by providing motor modification & repair services.

1996

General Electric designates NEMSCO as a Flagship electric motor distributor.

1997

12,000 square foot climate controlled warehouse is built to house all NEMSCO new motor inventory.

1998

Critical motor storage and preventative maintenance services are offered for the first time.

1999

First nationwide large motor advertising campaign instituted in Electrical Apparatus. Repair shop begins manufacturing form coils in-house.

2002

Critical motor storage and preventative maintenance services are offered for the first time.

2005

Toshiba Large Motor Stock and Vertical Inline Stock added.

2007

Regional Office opened in Beaumont, TX with local inventory and sales support.

2008

NEMSCO becomes a distributor of North American Electric, Inc. motors.

2012

Pedro Diaz retires and David Callender takes over as President & CEO of NEMSCO.

2016

Regional Office opened in Lake Charles, LA with local inventory and sales support.

2018

NEMSCO celebrates 30 years in business.

2019

Regional Office opened in Houston, TX with local inventory and sales support.

2021

New storage warehouse – 9,000 square ft, climate controlled, 15 ton overhead crane

2024

New corporate office

2025

Refurbished Repair Center

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