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Hazardous area motors are no longer exempt
Strict regulations are synonymous with hazardous environments. Despite this, changes to legislation can still cause disruption. Marek Lukaszczyk European and Middle East marketing manager at WEGa leading global manufacturer of motors and drives, explains the changing regulations for hazardous area motors and how the new energy efficiency requirements could provide significant financial gain.
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Gear purchasing guides released to inform buyers
WEG releases second gearbox guide in a four-part series Motor and drive manufacturer, WEG has published its second gearbox guidebook, helping buyers to ask the right questions in the geared motor buying process for their specific application and market. The guide titled, What mechanical engineers and plant operators need to know when buying geared motors,…
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Gearbox considerations for hazardous environments
Plans to replace the ATEX regulations, for use of equipment in explosive atmospheres, with new UKCA (UKEX) standards have been paused. Instead, Atex Type Certificates will remain critical for the use of equipment in hazardous environments — like in mining, quarrying and oil and gas — until the end of 2024. Here Marek Lukaszczyk, marketing…
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Flameproof motor supplied to Cepsa
~ WEG and Cepsa strike a partnership ~ WEG Italy, one of the WEG Group subsidiaries, has been awarded a significant contract for the supply of a 900 kJ frame size tube-cooled flameproof motor, to power a reciprocating compressor on a hydrogen gas recovery unit at the La Rábida refinery in Spain. Partnering with Cepsa,…
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Technical guides published to explain gear technology choices
WEG releases first gearbox guide in a four-part series Mechanical equipment manufacturer, WEG has published its first gearbox guidebook, providing a concise introduction to gear technology. The guide titled, What mechanical engineers and plant operators need to know about gears, can be downloaded for free at http://www.weg-wg20.com. Despite being responsible for gear selection, engineers and…
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WEG acquires AI and machine vision start-up
As part of its increasing investment in digital technologies, global motor and industrial equipment manufacturer, WEG has acquired control of a new artificial intelligence (AI) business. Mvisia is a Brazil-based machine vision start-up that specialises in applying AI tools in industry. WEG’S acquisition of the start-up is part of the company’s strategy to grow its…
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New facility for WEG France
Motor manufacturer expands warehouse despite pandemic slump Global motor manufacturer, WEG has upgraded its premises in France to support the company’s commercial success in France and Algeria. The new premises encompass over 1000 metres squared of office space, accompanied by 5440 metres squared of warehouse space. The facility will support the predicted growth of WEG…
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WEG expands W60 motor range
Global motor manufacturer, WEG has expanded its range of W60 motors. The three-phase induction motors are the most compact modular motors on the market and are now available in frame sizes 335H/G and 400G/F. The new sizes are ideal for applications on compressors, pumps and fans, and have been developed for the International Electrotechnical Commission…
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New motor legislation, new green possibilities
France has the third largest economy in Europe, led by its thriving tourism, manufacturing and energy sectors. So, what effect will the new European legislation 2019/1781 have on the French market? Here, Yves Jamet, marketing manager at WEG France SAS, a leading global manufacturer of motors and drives, explains how the new ecodesign requirements for…
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