CE Certification Electric Motor Store Supplier & Factory

High-Performance Industrial Drive Systems & Explosion-Proof Solutions

Global Electric Motor Industry & Commercial Dynamics

The global industrial landscape is undergoing a massive transformation powered by the electrification of heavy assets and strict regulatory targets aiming for decarbonization. Electric motors currently consume over 45% of global industrial electricity, placing them at the epicenter of energy conservation initiatives. In high-stakes applications—including deep-shaft coal mines, petrochemical refineries, marine propulsion systems, and aerospace engineering—the selection of electric motors dictates not only operating efficiency but also ultimate environmental protection and regulatory compliance.

As a premier supplier and globally established factory resource, Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd bridges the gap between state-of-the-art power demands and severe field execution. Through our authorized distributor channels with Wolong Electric Drive Group Co., Ltd (established in 1984, listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, code SH600580), we leverage a formidable manufacturing array of 3 R&D centers and 39 advanced production facilities globally to serve markets in over 58 countries.

Modern motor procurement is no longer about matching basic power and speed ratings. It involves navigating complex global compliance frameworks (CE, ATEX, IECEx, CSA, UL) and integrating next-generation drive control topologies such as variable frequency drives (VFD) and permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) to future-proof operations against energy cost escalations.

About Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology

We distribute Wolong's comprehensive power ranges, including industry-leading sub-brands that represent over a century of precision motor development.

1984

Wolong Group Founded

39

Production Factories

58+

Countries Supplied

32+

Global Patents

100+
Production Lines
58+
Countries Covered
32+
R&D Patents
200+
Mega Projects Completed

The Wolong Global Brand Alliance

Through strategic acquisitions and technological syntheses, we consolidate the world's most trusted industrial driving heritages under one platform.

ATB Motor Group

Austrian ATB Group

Acquired in 2011 (97.94%), ATB is a leading European motor manufacturer representing Morley (underground mining specialists) and Laurence Scott (nuclear and naval generator engineering).

Brook Crompton Motors

Brook Crompton

A century-old brand pioneering high-efficiency, energy-saving motor architectures. Famous for the "W" and "10" series low-to-medium voltage systems deployed in severe duty locations.

Schorch Electric Motors

Schorch Motors

Established in Germany in 1882, Schorch delivers heavy duty, tailored drive systems for complex petrochemical infrastructure, oil & gas plants, maritime applications, and test fields.

OLI Vibration Motors

OLI Vibration Technology

The global volume leader in vibration motors (MVE series) and EX-certified vibration sensors, providing ultimate materials handling efficiency and structural feedback.

CNE Explosion Proof Motors

Nanyang Explosion Protection

The core scientific and manufacturing foundation for explosion-proof drives in China. Protecting oil, coal, chemical, and nuclear installations globally.

GE Motors Integration

General Electric (GE) Drive Integration

Integrated into the Wolong network in 2018, GE's industrial division brings heavy-industrial motor reliability and power systems expertise to our global clients.

Industrial Grade Driving Solutions

We deploy certified systems to solve critical environmental, mechanical, and safety challenges in harsh operations.

ATEX/IECEx/EAC Certified Protection

Certified for hazardous areas, featuring flameproof enclosures, dust-ignition proof structures, and increased safety designs for Gas Zones 1 & 2 and Dust Zones 21 & 22.

IE4 & IE5 Efficiency Topologies

Integrating permanent magnet rotor technology and premium stator windings to reduce system energy losses, lower total cost of ownership, and limit industrial carbon output.

Complete Modular Customization

Comprehensive engineering adaptability, tailoring frame configurations, shaft specifications, cooling mechanisms (IC411/IC416), and bearing designs to site demands.

Precision Internal Engineering

A deep dive into the mechanical details, structural redundancy, and materials science that define Wolong's electric motors.

High Performance Industrial Motor Rotor Construction

Advanced Balanced Rotor Systems

The rotor features the squirrel cage design, with cast aluminum rotors being widely utilized. These rotors are produced using either centrifugal aluminum casting or die-casting techniques, where molten pure aluminum is poured into the slots of the rotor core, resulting in a single-piece construction that integrates the rotor bars and end rings.

The structural integrity and manufacturing process of cast aluminum rotors guarantee the motor rotor's reliability, and also endow the motor with outstanding torque properties. For larger capacity motors, copper bar rotors are employed, which benefit from dependable bar securing and end ring welding procedures. Additionally, the protective ring design of high-speed motors further ensures the reliable operation of the copper bar rotor.

Industrial Motor Stator VPI Winding Processing

VPI Processed High-Grade Stators

The coil is crafted from polyester film and reinforced with glass cloth, utilizing either low-powder mica tape with a high mica content or medium-powdered mica tape with an abundance of mica. Following the VPI (Vacuum Pressure Impregnation) process, a pristine white coil emerges from the production line.

After the billet is extracted from the wire, it proceeds through the VPI process to transform into a finished unit. The winding and insulation are meticulously engineered to provide exceptional electrical performance, mechanical strength, resistance to moisture, and thermal stability under long-term thermal load profiles.

Robust Cast Iron Motor Frame Structure

Digitally Simulated High-Strength Frames

The motor frame employs a fully digital platform for structural and fluid multi-physics field simulations. This simulation platform retains the original patent's structure and design, utilizing mature, high-strength cast iron (or steel as an alternative).

The frame boasts exceptional structural redundancy, outstanding heat dissipation properties, and ample inherent frequency isolation margins for the entire machine. It is engineered to endure significant mechanical shocks, maintain a superior vibration level, and ensure a lower temperature increase in the motor, safeguarding internal winding lifetimes.

Low Noise Fan Hood Ventilation System

Low-Noise Aerodynamic Fan Hood Systems

The low-noise fan cover system comprises a fan cover body, an air guide cylinder, a protective window, and a silencer plate. Its compact structure and lightweight design facilitate vibration reduction.

The air inlet is situated on the side, which optimizes the avoidance of obstacles behind the motor, minimizing adverse effects on ventilation and reducing noise caused by energy loss during propagation path changes. The system also incorporates sound-absorbing materials that absorb noise, thereby lowering the overall motor noise. Additionally, the fan cover is rated IP22, ensuring that hands cannot come into contact with the fan.

Advanced Manufacturing Facilities & Test Rigs

Production Line View
Stator Coil Placement
Winding Process Precision
Finished Assembly Testing

Global Certifications & Conformity

We maintain a comprehensive certification portfolio to remove international trade barriers and meet local explosion-proof and efficiency requirements.

Nemko ATEX Certification

Nemko / ATEX

CSA Certification

CSA

CE Certification

CE

CCC Certification

CCC

SABS Certification

SABS

TestSafe Certification

TESTSAFE

Adhere to the comprehensive marketing strategy for the electric motor and the entire industry chain: WOLONG has secured the majority of product certifications, enabling it to penetrate the international market.

  • ISO Standard Conformity: WOLONG is an ISO 9001 certified Ex motor manufacturer. This certification acts as a gateway to navigate international trade requirements and verify quality management at every manufacturing phase.
  • NEMA Standard Compliance: For the North American industrial space, we execute extensive testing. This covers efficiency, insulation resistance, starting current/torque properties, and structural vibration dynamics. For low-voltage sectors, we provide UL and CSA certified builds.
  • IECEx and ATEX Directives: Our heavy-duty explosion-proof motors conform to ATEX and IECEx standards, allowing safe deployment within volatile atmospheric conditions across EU member states and global IEC systems.
  • TESTSAFE Framework: Managed by Australia's leading test center for underground coal safety, our TestSafe compliance provides access for Chinese-manufactured heavy coal mining drives to deploy in Australian mine shafts.

Industrial Applications & Market Integration

From underground mining shafts to petrochemical refineries, Wolong motors run the world's most critical infrastructures.

Deep Integration Across Sectors

Wolong's engineering designs deliver continuous output in environments that challenge standard motor frames. Our motors power fans, compressors, high-pressure pumps, and heavy mining conveyors globally.

Typical application environments include deep-shaft coal mines where combustible coal dust and methane gas require certified flameproof motors (like the YBK3 and TBVF series). Similarly, in high-pressure oil and gas chemical processing plants, vapor hazards demand Zone 1 and Zone 2 protection profiles.

Our motors also serve emergency response operations, such as high-temperature fire-rated installations where exhaust ventilation must continue running under intense heat (using our WXF squirrel-cage motors).

Future Technological Roadmap

  • Integrated Drive Diagnostics: Implementing embedded smart sensors to monitor winding temperatures and bearings in real time, preventing unexpected failures.
  • High-Pole PM Synchronous Drives: Transitioning industrial operations from high-gearbox configurations to direct-drive permanent magnet layouts to eliminate mechanical wear.
  • Extended VFD Operating Envelopes: Enhancing the insulation of stators to withstand voltage spikes associated with high-frequency VFD operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Technical answers regarding explosion-proof classifications, electrical insulation parameters, and regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Ex d, Ex e, and Ex nA protection methods?
These represent three distinct electrical safety philosophies for hazardous areas. Ex d (Flameproof) is designed to contain an internal explosion without allowing the flame to ignite the surrounding atmosphere. Ex e (Increased Safety) focuses on preventing arcs, sparks, or hot spots inside the motor through high-grade insulation and temperature management. Ex nA (Non-sparking) is designed for Zone 2 applications where sparks are unlikely to occur during normal operation.
Why is Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) critical for industrial variable speed motors?
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) can produce voltage spikes that stress motor windings. The VPI process replaces air pockets within the stator insulation with a solid, high-insulation resin structure. This configuration improves heat dissipation, mechanically stabilizes the coils against magnetic forces, and protects the winding system from electrical failure caused by voltage spikes.
Can Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors run directly on utility grid power?
No, Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs) require a compatible Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to operate. The drive coordinates the stator's alternating current with the rotor's magnetic poles to generate torque. For applications that require direct utility grid connection, three-phase squirrel cage induction motors remain the standard choice.
What criteria determine whether a motor requires a copper bar rotor rather than cast aluminum?
Cast aluminum rotors are standard for most light-to-medium industrial motors due to their durability and balanced starting torque. For high-capacity, high-speed, or high-inertia applications, copper bar rotors are preferred because copper has higher electrical conductivity, reducing rotor heat losses and improving overall operating efficiency.
How does the CE marking on Wolong motors align with the ATEX Directive?
The CE mark indicates compliance with all applicable European Union safety directives. For motors intended for hazardous areas, this includes both the Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) and the ATEX Directive (2014/34/EU). The ATEX certification validates that the motor's design prevent ignition risks in environments containing explosive gas or dust mixtures.