Category: Press releases
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Significant investments for WEG in Europe
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has made significant investment in several of its branches across Europe. WEG branches in Italy, Turkey and Portugal have all embarked on notable projects to improve manufacturing and warehouse facilities, expand floor space and hire new staff — with the ultimate goal to reduce time-to-market for WEG customers on the continent. …
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WEG supplies W22 motors to mining desalination plant
Motors for use in desalination plants are required to operate in severe climates 24/7. They are highly durable, with a special coating to protect against seawater corrosion and high efficiency to minimise energy consumption. As part of global motor manufacturer WEG’s work in the mining water segment, the company has supplied its motors to an…
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WEG supplies motors for world’s most powerful test rig
WEG, a leading global motor manufacturer, will supply two drive motors for the world’s most powerful test rig. This test rig is being developed by Danish wind turbine test specialist, R&D Test Systems, a company that develops projects and validates new technology with turnkey test systems. With two 30 MW motors from WEG, the test…
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WEG opens motor production plant in Algeria
WEG, the motors and drives specialist, has established a new company and production facility, WEG Algeria Motors Spa, in the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, North Africa. Located in the Wilaya of Sétif province in north-eastern Algeria, the new plant is the latest development in WEG Group’s ongoing strategy to invest in growth in regions…
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WEG builds new factory in Europe
~ Substantial investments for WEG’s largest European plant ~ Global motor manufacturer, WEG is undergoing a substantial project to expand the size and capabilities of its production facility in Europe. Further to the facility built in 2017, a new investment will see WEG double the size of the manufacturing site in Portugal, hire 100 new…
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WEG permanent magnet motor saves energy for Orleplast
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has successfully completed an energy saving project for Orleplast, a leading packaging manufacturer based in Brazil. With the initial goal of achieving greater productivity, Orleplast took the opportunity to invest in more efficient equipment for its site, turning to the experts at WEG’s Energy Efficiency Business Centre for support. Orleplast is…
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WEG launches the new CFW900 range of variable speed drives
The CFW900 offers increased energy efficiency and connectivity Dedicated to producing energy efficient equipment, global leaders of electric motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technologies, WEG has launched a new high-performance VSD. With a simplified design, increased power density and ease-of-use that allows the user to access configurations and technical data in a fast and…
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WEG launches Motion Fleet Management
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has launched Motion Fleet Management (WMFM), a control and monitoring tool for the operation and maintenance of industrial assets. Deployable across fleets of motors, drives, gearboxes and other installed equipment, WMFM promises to reduce unscheduled downtime, optimise maintenance, and improve efficiency in large industrial operations. WMFM is part of a growing…
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WEG launches new EcoDrive app
Leading automation manufacturer, WEG has developed the new EcoDrive app to allows engineers to calculate the efficiency of their system — be it a variable speed drive (VSD), motor or a combination. The app is a crucial tool for engineers hoping to calculate and optimise their system efficiency. WEG EcoDrive is available for a free…
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Tackling harmonics in inverter applications
“Non-linear means it’s hard to solve” once said Arthur Mattuck, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) mathematician. But non-linearity should be solved when it applies to electric loads, as it generates harmonic currents that have negative — and costly — effects on electrical distribution. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at WEG, the global manufacturer…
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WEG launches vertical motor for pump applications
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has added a vertical line motor to its W60 range of industrial motors. The motor, ideal for driving vertical pumps, has been designed for excellence in a range of applications and can withstand challenging conditions. The vertical line motor is optimised to tolerate axial loads and to work with different cooling…
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WEG expands in North Africa
Global industrial equipment manufacturer, WEG is expanding its French branch with the opening of a new office in Algeria. The newly established office will help WEG France consolidate its presence in North Africa and strengthen its business relationships in the region.
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WEG releases safety features for VSDs whitepaper
Production systems are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, and this brings an increased need for safety. Leading automation manufacturer WEG has published a free whitepaper providing a straightforward guide to functional safety and how variable speed drives (VSDs) can be used to implement safety functions.
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Systems integrator joins WEG distribution network
Motor, drive and gearbox manufacturer WEG, has welcomed Quantum Controls to its distribution network. Quantum Controls will now supply WEG’s products to its customer base throughout the UK. The Northumberland-based business is not just a distributor of motors and drives, but also a systems integrator offering 24-7 service. This offering adds a wealth of experience,…
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WEG launches top performing motor for fan applications
~ WECM range: Moving air with efficiency ~ Industrial motor manufacturer, WEG, has launched the WEG Electronically Commutated Motor (WECM) range. The motors have been developed to meet the safety and reliability needs of exhaust and ventilation systems — providing energy consumption rates for a variety of air movement applications. The WECM range has been…
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WEG products achieve UKCA certification
~ New UK technical requirements lead to changes in conformity marking ~ Leading motors, drives and automation manufacturer WEG is updating the marks on its products following regulatory changes introduced due to Brexit. From January 1, 2023, products commercialised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) will require mandatory UK conformity assessed (UKCA) markings to…
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Selecting the correct motor control equipment
~ When to choose a variable speed drive or soft starter~ Leading industrial motor and variable speed drive (VSD) manufacturer WEG, has released a whitepaper detailing how to choose between VSDs and soft starters. The free guide titled, Variable speed drive or soft starter will help facilities managers to make an informed purchasing decision and…
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Variable speed drive applications guide published
~ Why using a VSD can help save money and the environment ~ Variable speed drive (VSD) and motor specialist, WEG has published a new guide detailing how using a VSD can save money and protect the environment. The guide also offers application specific advice when choosing VSDs for fans, pumps, HVAC systems, and compressors.…
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