Author: WEG Europe and Middle East
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Rotor delivers specialised motors for subsea cable-laying vessel
Rotor, part of the WEG Group, has contributed to a major subsea cable-laying project. Working closely with Remacut, part of the NOV Group, Rotor supplied 54 highly specialised motors for a vessel that will lay energy cables across the ocean floor. This marks Rotor’s second collaboration on a vessel of this type, reinforcing its reputation…
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WEG launches W80 AXgen motor
WEG, a global leader in motor manufacturing, has announced the launch of its new technology, the W80 AXgen electric motor. Designed and engineered for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), the W80 AXgen uses an axial flux design to meet the increasing demand for compact, efficient and environmentally sustainable solutions.
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European motor manufacturing hub opens in Portugal
Global motor manufacturer, WEG inaugurated its new European Industrial Park on October 17, 2024. The new facility, based in Porto, Portugal, represents a significant milestone in the company’s strategic expansion across Europe. This new facility not only strengthens WEG’s position as a leader in industrial manufacturing, but also plays a role in enhancing competitiveness and…
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W23 Sync+ motor on show at EMEX 2024
Leading motor manufacturer, WEG will attend EMEX 2024, one of the UK’s premier events for net zero and energy management. Taking place at ExCeL London from November 20 to 21, the event will spotlight advancements in technology for energy, sustainability and climate initiatives. WEG will be exhibiting at stand E31, where attendees will have the…
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ADIPEC press pack
The ADIPEC 2024 press pack features a compelling collection of materials that underscore WEG’s technological advancements and solutions tailored for the energy industry. The contents include a comprehensive show preview, case studies on real-world applications and insightful opinion pieces on industry trends. Below is a summary of the documents included with download buttons. Press releases…
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WEG unveils W51Xdb motor with highest power density in its class
WEG, a global leader in electrical equipment design and manufacturing, has introduced its new high-efficiency, high-voltage (HV) flameproof motor, the W51Xdb. Tailored for industries in explosive environments, such as petrochemical, oil and gas and energy transition sectors, the W51Xdb motor represents a significant leap in power density, efficiency and sustainability. Its flameproof design enhances safety…
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WEGSEE+: An energy management tool from WEG
WEG, the leading manufacturer of electric motors, has launched WEGSEE+, a groundbreaking software platform designed to simulate energy efficiency projects. The innovative tool enables users to analyse the energy impact of changes to electric motors, drives and gearboxes. By comparing equipment configurations, WEGSEE+ provides valuable KPIs on energy consumption, ROI, and CO2 emissions, empowering companies…
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WEG agrees collaborative partnership with Applied Maintenance Technology (AMT) Ltd
Leading automation manufacturer, WEG has agreed to form a collaborative partnership with Applied Maintenance Technology (AMT) to promote and use its wireless WEGscan® monitoring system in the UK. Condition based monitoring and predictive maintenance specialists, AMT will work closely with WEG to bring this innovative technology to a wider market, enhancing maintenance strategies and operational…
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Rotor, part of the WEG Group, exhibits at SMM 2024
Rotor, part of the WEG Group, will exhibit at SMM Hamburg — the leading international maritime trade fair, held on 3 to 6 September 2024. Rotor will showcase its latest innovations in motor technology, focusing on solutions designed to enhance efficiency, reliability and performance in marine applications. The company will exhibit in Hall B7, stand…
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WEG drives sustainability at WETEX 2024
WEG, a leading electric motor, variable frequency drives and gearbox manufacturer, will demonstrate how energy-efficient motors and drives can help sustainability, at the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX). The company will showcase its latest electric motors and variable frequency drive (VFD) technology with Pump Genius software, at Stand A5 in Hall 5 at…
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WEG introduces W23 Sync+ ULTRA IE6 efficiency motor
In response to the evolving energy efficiency landscape and the increasing demand for environmental responsibility, global motor manufacturer WEG has launched its new W23 Sync+ ULTRA motor. Having released the W23 Sync+ general line in November 2023, the new ULTRA variety boasts IE6 efficiency —going one step further than its predecessor that is available in…
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WEG appoints new managing director for Italy
Motor, drive, and gearbox manufacturer, WEG has announced the appointment of Alexandre Moreno as its new managing director for WEG Italia. With over 20 years of experience in various roles at WEG globally, Moreno assumed the position in April 2023, following WEG Italia’s recent expansion of a new office and warehouse in the region. His…
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WEG showcases at Food Manufacturing Live
Global manufacturer of motors and drives, WEG will exhibit at the first edition of Food Manufacturing Live taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, on May 1, 2024. Among the products displayed at stand 38 is the CFW900 variable speed drive (VSD) and the WG20 geared motor, both specifically tailored to meet the demands…
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Watt Drive Antriebstechnik receives new company name
Watt Drive Antriebstechnik, a manufacturer of geared motors and drive solutions for the industrial sector based in Markt Piesting, Austria, has been part of the WEG Group since 2011. The Brazilian group is one of the world’s largest electric motor manufacturers and has greatly expanded its product range in recent years in order to offer…
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WEG sponsors the Europump 2024 annual meeting
WEG, a world leader in motor, drive and asset management systems technology is the headline sponsor of this year’s Europump Annual Meeting. The event takes place at the De Vere Beaumont Estate near Windsor on 22 to 24 May 2024. Daniel Godinho, sustainability and corporate affairs director at WEG and Martin Brand, engineering director at…
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WEG introduces WG50 Gearbox
Gearbox designed for optimal power transmission in industrial applications WEG, a worldwide manufacturer of gearboxes, generators, transformers and motor devices, has announced the launch of its latest innovation, the WG50 Gearbox. The cutting-edge industrial gearbox is specifically designed to optimise power transmission in a wide range of industrial applications, setting a new standard in performance…
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WEG supports Belbazem breakthrough
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has pledged to increase its oil production capacity to five million barrels a day by 2030 to satisfy the soaring global demand for energy. The Belbazem block, a massive $744 million development of three offshore oilfields, will be central to ADNOC’s goals — but this large output cannot…
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WEG announces new ADV200-SP for solar pumping
Leading motor and drive supplier, WEG, has announced the launch of its new ADV200-SP drive for solar pumping applications. This cutting-edge variable frequency drive is designed specifically for isolated or hybrid solar-powered water pumping systems, bringing a new level of efficiency and sustainability to the agricultural and industrial sectors. The ADV200-SP drive is one of…
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