In today’s manufacturing and processing environments, it is vital that electro-mechanical equipment used in OEM machines, such as pumps, are not only designed to high standards, but are also compliant where hazardous environments are present, such as oil & gas, and chemical plants. They must also operate reliably in heavy-duty sectors such as marine and mining, where IP ratings and mechanical sealing are vital.
Hazardous environments are created where dust is generated, gases may escape, or solvents could evaporate, and where serious issues or harm could occur if the correct mechanical/electrical products are not selected.
Mining and marine applications also require careful consideration to ensure that the product selected can withstand heavy-duty operational loads, as well as harsh environmental conditions common in Industrial applications, such as pumping.
Considering the above, it is vital to align with a supplier who understands these risks and has a product range that suits both hazardous and heavy-duty applications.
WEG is a well-known global manufacturer of electromechanical equipment, now offering the range of WG20 helical gearboxes to complement its industry-leading range of industrial (safe area) and hazardous area electric motors.
From this expanded portfolio of rotating machines, WEG can provide both standard and hazardous area geared motor packages designed for specific industrial pumping applications where operational performance and safety are top priorities.
The WG20 gearbox range consists of inline (C), parallel shaft (F), helical bevel (K), and helical worm (S), with the C series being the most common reducer used in pumping applications. With its male shaft, foot/flange mounting options, and industry-standard mounting dimensions, the C series can be easily integrated into most common pump configurations – both new and existing.
With a modern design focusing on efficiency and reliable operation, the WG20 range is available in both hygienic smooth die cast housing up to 600Nm, and a robust MONOBLOC cast iron housing for the 800Nm to 18,000Nm range, each member of the WG20 family can be configured as an integral geared motor, an IEC geared motor, or a standalone gear unit with an IEC dry face input.
With the needs of the end user in mind, WEG Australia has configured its local gearbox stock to cater for the use of IEC motors and the reduced downtime benefits that this provides. Not only does the IEC input provide the opportunity for WEG to utilise its own extensive range of B5 motors, but it also allows the end-user to access a motor from the wider market when an urgent replacement is needed and maintaining productivity is paramount.
WEG’s range of IEC motors include the venerable W21 in both aluminium and cast iron frames, the W22 Industrial with its cast iron construction and IP66 enclosure, W21 and W22 Hazardous area options for both Flameproof (ExdB) and Increased Safety (ExeC, Extc, Extb, Exeb), and the often copied W22 Mining that continues to set the standard for heavy duty industrial motors with Class H Insulation, IP66 rating and taconite sealing as standard
With a stock range of ten different electric motor types catering for industrial, hazardous and heavy-duty applications, WEG is perfectly placed to offer a complete geared motor package that not only conforms to relevant safety standards but also provides the end-user with operational peace of mind and product lifecycle flexibility.
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