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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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The driving force behind Industry 5.0
Sustainability, resilience and human-centric development are the core principles underpinning Industry 5.0, also known as the fifth industrial revolution. This concept is core to the European Green Deal and countries like Italy are already adopting it into legislation. Reinaldo Stuart Junior, Director at WEG Automation Europe, illustrates why WEG puts electric motor-driven systems at the…
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WEG solutions help global metallurgical company improve energy efficiency
Implementing fully integrated, energy-efficient solutions in industrial plants can reduce energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to older systems. Leveraging advances in automation and modern technologies like permanent magnet synchronous motors and variable frequency drives (VFDs), companies can achieve significant improvements in efficiency. In this case, WEG in partnership with its distributor SEBA,…
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Come ottimizzare le applicazioni di pompaggio idrico a energia solare con il drive AC WEG
I drive AC modello ADV200-SP sono stati studiati da WEG per la gestione di pompe di irrigazione alimentate a energia solare fotovoltaica, in favore di un’agricoltura sempre più sostenibile. Emblematico il caso di RiegoSolar, che li utilizza nella provincia di Valladolid, in Spagna.
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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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Controllo motori in corrente continua: più semplice ed efficace con il convertitore TPD500 di WEG
Per il controllo dei motori in corrente continua, WEG ha esteso la gamma WEGmotion Drives introducendo il nuovo convertitore TPD500. Si integra facilmente nei sistemi fieldbus basati su Ethernet, favorisce il controllo remoto e la connettività Wi-Fi.
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WEG secures major Middle East water transmission system project
Leading motor, drive and gearbox manufacturer WEG will play a key role in a major water transmission project in the Middle East, set to be one of the largest of its kind in the region. WEG will supply a package of motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs) and transformers to support the new project, which aims…
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WEG to showcase latest innovations at Machine Building Live 2024
WEG, a global leader in motor and drive technology, has announced its participation in Machine Building Live 2024, taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, on Wednesday October 2, 2024. At stand 17, WEG will display its latest product innovations, including the W23 Sync+ motor paired with a CFW500 VSD and WEG Motor Scan…
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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 for Lifts a Dubai
WEG, azienda leader nella produzione di motori elettrici, azionamenti a frequenza variabile e riduttori, presenterà le sue ultime tecnologie di automazione per ascensori all’Elevator Show di Dubai (16-18 settembre 2024). L’azienda dimostrerà come gli azionamenti a velocità variabile (VSD) con algoritmi avanzati e capacità di comunicazione possano rendere gli ascensori più sicuri, confortevoli e sostenibili.
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