Electric motor technology can replace hydraulic and pneumatic starter systems for gas turbines and industrial turbines, reducing the need for hydraulic infrastructure. Oil leakage from hydraulic systems causes environmental and safety issues. Electric starter motors are lighter, smaller, and produce more torque than hydraulic starters. Parker offers turnkey electric starter motor and drive systems that meet turbine start requirements. These systems use compact induction or permanent magnet motors cooled by air or liquid. The transition to more electric starters represents progress toward oil-less turbine engines.