Tag: French
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WEG showcases high-efficiency technologies for the water sector
WEG, a leading global manufacturer of industrial equipment, will participate in the Carrefour des Gestions Locales de l’Eau in Rennes, France, on 21–22 January 2026. This major industry gathering, dedicated specifically to water management, provides a platform for showcasing solutions that improve efficiency across the entire water cycle. At stand 60 in hall 5, the…
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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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WEG BeNeLux sponsors Innoptus Solar Team
Motor and drives specialist WEG Benelux has announced its sponsorship of the Innoptus Solar Team, a pioneering solar motor racing project from KU Leuven (KUL) University, Belgium. The project, led by a team of 13 Belgian engineering students, is globally recognised for developing high-performance solar cars that compete in international races. As part of this…
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WEG to showcase energy efficient technologies at CFIA Rennes 2025
Global leader in motors and drives, WEG is set to return to CFIA Rennes 2025. Taking place from March 4 to 6, 2025 at Rennes Parc Expo, this premier exhibition for the food processing industry will showcase the latest advancements in industrial equipment. WEG will exhibit at stand 3-A20, presenting its latest innovations in motors,…
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WEG unveils powerful new PLC500 Series for Industry 4.0
WEG, a global leader in automation and control technologies, has announced the launch of its latest innovation in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) – the PLC500 series. Designed to meet the growing demands of Industry 4.0, the PLC500 offers superior performance, flexible programming and advanced connectivity, making it a vital tool for modern industrial automation.
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WEG showcases sustainable solutions for renewable energy at Hyvolution
WEG, a leader in sustainable power technology, will attend Hyvolution 2025 an event dedicated to the hydrogen and energy sectors, on January 28–30, 2025 in Paris. The company will spotlight its efficient solutions designed to accelerate the transition to more sustainable energy systems while addressing critical environmental challenges.
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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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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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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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WEG improves and simplifies DC motor control with its new TPD500 armature converter
WEG, a leading motors, drives and gearboxes manufacturer, has extended its integrated WEGmotion Drives offering with a new AC/DC converter that improves connectivity, performance and safety. The TPD500 integrates seamlessly into Ethernet-based fieldbus systems, enabling remote control and Wi-Fi connectivity. The converter is ideal for multiple applications including industrial hoisting, metal processing, cableways, test benches,…
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WEG’s W23 Sync+ motor ushers in new era of efficiency
In an era defined by evolving energy efficiency standards and a growing commitment to environmental responsibility, global motor manufacturer WEG has taken a giant leap forward with the launch of its W23 Sync+ motor line. The W23 Sync+, a hybrid innovation that combines permanent magnet (PM), ferrite or neodymium magnets and synchronous reluctance (SynRM) motor…
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WEG France to showcase energy efficient technologies at CFIA Rennes 2024
Global manufacturer of motors and drives, WEG France is set to return to CFIA Rennes in 2024. As one of the premier events in the food processing industry, this highly anticipated exhibition is scheduled from March 12 to 14, 2024, at Rennes Parc Expo. Exhibiting from stand 3-A20, WEG France will demonstrate its CFW900 variable…
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Improving the efficiency of the Netherlands’ wastewater treatment network
A fifth of the total surface area of the Netherlands consists of water. Unsurprisingly, there are around 116,000 km of water pipes connecting the country’s vast water network. Here’s how global electric motor manufacturer, WEG worked with industrial pump specialist, Pentair, to upgrade and expand the pumps at water board Brabantse Delta’s sewage water pumping stations…
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Dual strategies for Industry 4.0
Asset and equipment management is being revolutionised by digital industrial solutions. However, for WEG — the global industrial equipment manufacturer — Industry 4.0 is not just a strategy for product development, but for internal processes too. Here, Mateus Nicoladelli de Oliveira, from the WEG digital solutions team and Jesus Angel Rivas Moro of WEG Iberia…
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WEG to exhibit at Indumation 2024
Global motors, drives and gearboxes manufacturer, WEG is set to exhibit at Indumation 2024, the fastest growing meeting place for the industrial automation and Industry 4.0 community in the region. Taking place from 31 January to 2 February at Xpo in Kortrijk, Belgium, WEG will introduce the capabilities of its new WG20 geared motor assembly…
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WEG launches electric vehicle charging stations
WEG, the global electrical equipment manufacturer, has launched its new range of electric vehicle charging systems — the WEMOB parking recharging stations — to the European market. The charging equipment has been developed and tested for several years, having been successfully rolled out in South America and deployed in selected positions in Europe.
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Luxury living with the utmost safety
The ambitious Dubai Hills Estate project, situated in the heart of Dubai, has set new benchmarks in architectural excellence and safety standards. During the estate’s development, fire safety was a critical consideration. Motor and drives specialist, WEG was called upon to supply its W22 Smoke Extraction motors, developed to ensure air circulation in closed environments,…
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Mitigating electrical current rise and increasing refrigeration equipment reliability
According to a study by Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG), equipment downtime costs the food and beverage industry an estimated €30,000 to €50,000 per hour. If critical equipment such as refrigerators were to fail, the losses could be devastating. Even a short period of downtime could render a whole batch of product unusable — leading to…
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