Tag: Polish
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Driving growth in Central Europe
Since its official launch in March 2021, WEG Poland has emerged as a dynamic force in the motion and drive systems industry. Strategically positioned in southern Poland, near Kraków, this organisation plays a vital role in supporting various industries across Poland and bordering countries, including Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Guided by General Sales Manager…
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WEG receives Global Supplier Award from Alfa Laval
The global motor and drive manufacturer, WEG, has received the prestigious Global Supplier Award for 2024 from Alfa Laval, marking a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two companies. The award highlights WEG’s outstanding contribution to Alfa Laval’s global supply chain, where its high-quality, energy-efficient products, dependable service and commitment to sustainability have consistently…
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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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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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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’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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New WEG motor modification centre provides more support to customers in Poland
WEG, a leading motor, drives and gearbox manufacturer, has strengthened its customisation capabilities in Poland to enable local customers to modify electric motors for a variety of applications. The new motor modification area will provide WEG with greater flexibility in meeting customer specifications across multiple industries and applications.
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WEG to exhibit at Warsaw HVAC Expo
~ Engineering solutions for HVAC applications ~ WEG, a global manufacturer of motors and drives, will showcase its solutions for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications at the Warsaw HVAC Expo in Poland. Held on 27 to 29 February 2024, the exhibition will see WEG present its diverse range of equipment for the sector,…
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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 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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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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Specifying a gear unit
A species of British insects, called planthoppers, have a row of small teeth on each leg that interlock together. As the planthopper jumps, the teeth ensure its legs rotate and extend at the same time. Essentially, the insect has gears. Mimicking nature, industrial gears are essential for transferring power and motion, but in industry, the…
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Securing London’s water supply
Ashford Common water treatment works located in Surrey, Southeast England is one of the biggest water treatment works in Europe. With a maximum output of approximately 680 megalitres a day, Ashford delivers around one third of London’s water supply, with the remaining supply being delivered by 20 or so smaller works. Here’s how motor and…
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Where do drives support energy efficiency?
Supporting environmental compliance in fans, pumps and compressors Today, the most common use of drives in industrial environments is for the control of fans, pumps and compressors. In fact, these applications account for about 75 per cent of all drives operating globally. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at motor and drive…
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Transforming industry with digital technology
Digital technologies are accelerating innovation and efficiency at an unprecedented scale. Improved accessibility and affordability have made it simpler than ever to implement advanced digital systems to improve industrial processes. Here, Trenton Roncato Juraszek, mechanical project analyst at leading global motor and drive manufacturer WEG, discusses the importance of digitalisation in industry, and how it…
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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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Energy-efficient motors power Hong Kong’s sustainable development
CBV, in partnership with motor and drive manufacturer WEG, has contributed to developing a self-sustaining waste to energy (WTE) island for Hong Kong’s residual waste. It is estimated the island will save 440,000 tonnes of carbon emissions per year, the equivalent of the yearly carbon emissions produced by 2.2 million gas-based cars.
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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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