Over 200 years, electric motors have evolved into one of the largest single consumers of energy in the world and, today, they account for around 45 per cent of global energy consumption. Here, Marek Lukaszczyk, European and Middle East marketing manager at WEG, the global manufacturer and supplier of motors and drive technology, explains why, and how, motor designs and innovations have always strived for new levels of efficiency.

Why understanding motor data is key for efficient operation.

Global motor manufacturer, WEG has successfully completed an energy saving project for Orleplast, a leading packaging manufacturer based in Brazil. With the initial goal of achieving greater productivity, Orleplast took the opportunity to invest in more efficient equipment for its site, turning to the experts at WEG’s Energy Efficiency Business Centre for support.

Global motor manufacturer, WEG has launched Motion Fleet Management (WMFM), a control and monitoring tool for the operation and maintenance of industrial assets. Deployable across fleets of motors, drives, gearboxes and other installed equipment, WMFM promises to reduce unscheduled downtime, optimise maintenance, and improve efficiency in large industrial operations. Asset condition monitoring with Motion Fleet Management.

Dedicated to producing energy efficient equipment, global leaders of electric motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technologies, WEG has launched a new high-performance VSD. With a simplified design, increased power density and ease-of-use that allows the user to access configurations and technical data in a fast and simple way, the CFW900 provides a multitude of benefits.

Global motor manufacturer, WEG will host its webinar on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Electric Motors on March 23, 2022, at 11.00 to 13.00 (GMT). The digital event has been developed for engineers to explore how Industry 4.0 can be applied to motors through digital tools to improve motor reliability, productivity and availability. You can register for the event here.

Variable speed drives (VSDs) offer an alternative means of improving efficiency and reducing emissions. They intuitively vary voltage and input frequency to control speed and torque in electric motors dependent on the application, reducing energy costs and making processes more environmentally friendly.

How motors and drives complement Industry 4.0 and better communications.

Bem Brasil is the largest potato producer in Brazil and has invested in WEG products for the generation of its own power supply.

WEG provides technology recommendations for VSD harmonics.