Tag: Swedish
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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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Gearing up for predictive maintenance
~ Using software and sensors to determine the future of machines ~ If predictions are correct, by 2025 27 billion devices will be connected to the internet of things (IoT). Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European marketing manager at gearbox manufacturer, WEG explains where geared motor maintenance fits into this paradigm. Geared motor units are the drive…
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The route to Net Zero
Manufacturers and end users of motors and drives need to get onboard with ambitious zero emission targets pledged by governments around the world. But, it’s estimated that nearly half of the world’s energy is consumed by electric motors. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at global motors and drives manufacturer WEG explains…
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Digitalisation in hazardous industries
Industries operating in hazardous areas must consider standard safety practices and ensure all equipment meets the requirements for flammable or explosive atmospheres. Effective monitoring, predictive maintenance and rapid response to failure is crucial for engineers managing these assets. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at global motor manufacturer WEG, discusses how digitalisation…
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A cut above the rest
~ WEG supplies for unique meat processing line ~ Cumbersome lines are synonymous in food processing, as there is often little to no automation involved, making the operation awkward and difficult. Most lines lack technological innovation, but the industry is beginning to move to automated and robot driven processes. Here’s how, industrial motor manufacturer, WEG…
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Powering tomorrow’s hydraulic systems
The global hydraulics market size is expected to reach USD 42.1 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 2.4 per cent. While hydraulics have traditionally been renowned for power, strength, durability and control, the need for more energy efficient systems is driving innovation in the sector. One such innovator is Oilmek AB, a Swedish…
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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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Improving the efficiency of the pulp and paper industry
~ How can pulp and paper mills make energy savings? ~ Sweden is the world’s second largest exporter of pulp, paper and sawn wood products combined. Nearly 90 per cent of its pulp and paper production is exported. Provided that forests are managed in a sustainable manner, the raw material is renewable and recyclable. However,…
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Why is line voltage versatility important for geared motors?
Technical specifications are fundamental for choosing the right gear unit. The more clearly defined, the better. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European marketing manager at motor and drive manufacturer, WEG, explains why plant operators must analyse the line voltage versatility of a geared motor before a purchase.
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Efficiency on every level: WEG supplies VSDs for innovative project involving animal by-products
The meat industry plays a vital role in the Spanish economy and is the largest subsector of the nation’s food and beverage industry. However, this important sector has a problem — the by-products not intended for human consumption. With regulations limiting how these by-products can be used, industrial electrical assemblers, TERBEL, turned to global drive…
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WEG partner scoops World Oil Awards win
Global energy leader, Technip FMC, has won the Best EOR Technology Award at the 2020 World Oil Awards ceremony. Technip FMC’s award-winning project saw the company partner with motor and drive manufacturer, WEG to help design a subsea power distribution station.
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Warehouse expansion for WEG Belgium
~ Growth facilitates extra motor storage and additional services for customers ~ Gearbox, motor and drive manufacturer, WEG has extended its warehouse in Belgium. The expansion will increase storage space at the site by 1800 square metres (m²), facilitating future growth for the company, increasing flexibility for customers and providing new office space for staff.…
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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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Can machines think?
~ The potential of artificial intelligence in motors and drives ~ Computing Machinery and Intelligence, the seminal paper by Alun Turing, posed the question, “Can machines think?” Turing’s research proved that a digital computer could simulate the behaviour of any other digital machine, given enough memory and time. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East…
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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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WEG wins contracts for Oman refinery project
Manufacturer of rotating electrical machines and drives, WEG has gone on to secure the contract of an extended package of the Duqm refinery project and a new phase of Ras Markaz Crude Oil Park in Oman, after winning phase one of the Duqm project in 2018. WEG will supply a range of energy efficient hazardous…
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