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WEG Antriebe

WEG Antriebe (Württembergische Elektromotoren GmbH) was founded in 1939 as a family business in Balingen, Germany, originally producing starter motors for sewing machines.

Acquired by Brazilian giant WEG S.A. in 2014, it remains a specialist in compact, energy-efficient motors and drives in the 40 W to 1,100 W power range. Products include 3-phase asynchronous motors (2-, 4-, and 8-pole), single-phase AC motors, DC motors (shunt, permanent magnet, electronically commutated), EC and Compact EC motors, brushed DC motors, and a comprehensive range of gearboxes (worm, spur, bevel, flat hollow shaft).

The company is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified and known for washdown-rated SD and VD series motors with 25% higher efficiency than standard designs.

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What makes WEG Antriebe stand out

German-engineered drives in the 40–1,100 W range – highly energy-efficient
SD/VD washdown series: 25% more efficient than standard 3-phase motors of same size
Complete range: 3-phase, single-phase, DC, EC motors plus gearboxes from a single source
FB 30 flat gear unit with 50% reduced installation depth for space-restricted applications
Part of WEG S.A. – global motor giant present in 140 countries with 40,000+ employees

WEG Antriebe Compact Drive Motors – German Engineering via Elcor

Looking for compact, energy-efficient motors and gearboxes in the 40 W to 1,100 W range? Elcor is your authorised distributor for the complete WEG Antriebe range – 85 years of German motor engineering, now part of WEG S.A., one of the world's largest motor manufacturers present in 140 countries.

Why choose WEG Antriebe through Elcor?

• Expert application support: Technical guidance from specialists across WEG Antriebe's full range of AC, DC, EC, and geared motors.
• Guaranteed quality: ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified – with the SD/VD washdown series delivering 25% higher efficiency than standard motors of the same size.
• Complete range: 3-phase, single-phase, DC, and EC motors plus worm, spur, bevel, and flat hollow-shaft gearboxes – all from a single source.
• Global supply chain, local reliability: WEG S.A.'s 40,000+ employee network ensures component availability and consistent quality worldwide.

85 years of compact motor expertise

Founded in 1939 in Balingen, Germany, WEG Antriebe (Württembergische Elektromotoren GmbH) began as a family business producing starter motors for sewing machines. Acquired by Brazilian giant WEG S.A. in 2014, the company retains its German engineering identity while benefiting from a global manufacturing and supply network.

Whether you work in food processing, packaging, medical equipment, or industrial automation, WEG Antriebe has the right drive solution:
• SD/VD 3-Phase Motors: Washdown-rated, energy-efficient designs for food, pharmaceutical, and wet-area applications.
• Single-Phase AC Motors: Reliable operation from standard single-phase supply for simpler machine designs.
• DC Shunt & Permanent Magnet Motors: Smooth, variable-speed control for precision applications.
• EC (Electronically Commutated) Motors: High-efficiency brushless operation for continuous duty cycles.
• Worm Gearboxes: Compact, high-ratio reduction for space-constrained installations.
• FB 30 Flat Gear Unit: 50% reduced installation depth compared to standard gearboxes for tight spaces.