China Electric Synchronous Motor Manufacturers & Supplier

High-Efficiency Industrial Driving Systems, Custom Permanent Magnet Motors & Global Grid Synchronous Solutions Built to E-E-A-T Quality Guidelines

A Trustworthy Global Alliance in Electric Drive Manufacturing

Harnessing the design depth of world-renowned motor brands and global production networks to deliver leading industrial solutions.

Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd

As the authorized distributor of Wolong (Wolong Electric Drive Group Co., Ltd), we bring together elite manufacturing lines, research facilities, and logistics pipelines. Wolong was founded in 1984, successfully listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2002 (code: SH600580). Over nearly four decades of strategic growth, Wolong has expanded its footprint globally, managing 3 core manufacturing hubs, 39 advanced factories, and 3 high-capacity R&D centers.

This integration enables our engineering team to supply customized permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM), brushless excitation machines, and distributed synchronous condensers that conform to regional electrical parameters, offering global enterprises a highly efficient procurement pipeline.

Engineering Innovation
100+
Production Lines
58+
Served Countries
32+
Core Patents
200+
Large Scale Projects

Our Combined Brand Architecture & R&D Assets

Wolong has integrated the historical expertise of several industrial motor brands to build a comprehensive global portfolio.

ATB Motor Group

ATB Motor Group

Acquired in 2011, Austria's ATB is a leading European motor manufacturer. This integration brought advanced design capabilities to our high-voltage synchronous and explosion-proof motor series.

Brook Crompton

Brook Crompton

A pioneer in motor engineering with over a century of history, specializing in highly efficient low, medium, and high voltage AC motor designs, including the W and 10 series.

Schorch

Schorch

Established in Germany in 1882, Schorch specializes in driving systems for petrochemicals, oil and gas, shipbuilding, and infrastructure test stations.

Laurence Scott

Laurence Scott

Known for specialized, low-starting-current motor designs, Laurence Scott serves demanding applications like naval vessels and nuclear power generation plants.

Morley

Morley

Specializes in heavy-duty underground mining motors, with a long history of supplying explosion-proof electrical equipment.

Nanyang Explosion-Proof / GE Industrial

Nanyang & GE Industrial

Nanyang (CNE) joined in 2015 as a major explosion-proof motor base. In 2018, GE Industrial Motors joined, enhancing our capabilities in heavy-duty process industries.

Industrial Solutions & Engineering Standards

Designed to deliver high efficiency, energy savings, and compliance for hazardous environments.

Hazardous Area Certifications

Our explosion-proof motors hold global certifications including ATEX, IECEx, CSA, UL, EAC, and SABS. They are built to safely handle flammable gases, vapors, and combustible dust hazards.

IE4 & IE5 Efficiency

Utilizing permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) technology, we achieve IE4 and IE5 efficiency levels, helping heavy industries reduce power losses and energy consumption.

Custom Project Engineering

We configure frame structures, cooling systems (air-to-air, air-to-water, water-cooled), and shaft designs to integrate with existing equipment and electrical grids.

Structural Anatomy & Mechanical Configuration

A detailed look at the component design and material choices that drive our motor reliability.

High-Performance Rotor Design

Engineered Rotor Configurations

Our rotors are built using centrifugal or high-pressure die-cast pure aluminum for standard configurations, integrating the rotor bars and end rings into a robust, single-piece structure. This design provides reliable starting torque and mechanical durability.

For high-capacity, high-voltage motors, we use copper bar rotors with specialized bar securing and induction brazing processes. High-speed rotors also feature alloy containment rings to manage centrifugal stress at rated speeds.

VPI Process Stator Insulation

High-Dielectric Stator Insulation

Stator coils are wound using double-glass-covered wire and insulated with high-grade polyester-film or mica tape. The complete stator assembly undergoes a Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) process with Class H or Class F solventless resins, curing into a solid, moisture-resistant structure.

This process eliminates air voids within the slots, improving thermal conductivity, mechanical rigidity, and resistance to corona discharge in high-voltage applications.

Sturdy Motor Frame and Casting

Heavy-Duty Cast Iron Frame

We use high-tensile cast iron or fabricated structural steel frames, optimized through multi-physics finite element analysis (FEA). This design ensures proper thermal dissipation and structural rigidity to handle mechanical shock loads.

The frame is engineered with vibration-dampening qualities and resonant frequency isolation margins to keep operational noise and vibration levels within strict limits.

Low Noise Fan Hood System

Low-Noise Fan and Ventilation System

The ventilation system consists of an aerodynamic fan, air guide cylinder, protective window, and acoustic silencer elements. The fan cover features a side-entry inlet design that helps bypass nearby structural obstacles to keep air intake paths clear.

This setup reduces air turbulence and aerodynamic noise. The fan cover meets IP22 protection standards, keeping moving parts safely enclosed while optimizing cooling airflow over the frame fins.

China's Manufacturing & Supply Chain Integration

How our industrial network enables cost efficiency, consistent quality, and on-time global delivery.

Access to Rare Earth Materials

Our proximity to primary rare earth mining and processing hubs provides a stable supply of high-coercivity NdFeB (Neodymium Iron Boron) permanent magnets. This direct access protects our PMSM production lines from raw material shortages and cost volatility.

Advanced Steel Processing

We source cold-rolled non-oriented silicon steel directly from major regional mills. Precision stamping and annealing lines minimize core losses (W/kg), ensuring high magnetic permeability and efficiency in the stator and rotor cores.

Integrated Manufacturing Clusters

Our production facilities are surrounded by a complete industrial ecosystem, ranging from casting foundries and copper wire drawers to specialized bearing suppliers and testing centers. This localization shortens lead times for custom orders.

Engineering Integration & Procurement Specifications

Matching critical electrical and mechanical parameters to meet international project requirements.

In-Rush Current Control & Grid Compliance

Large synchronous motors can cause voltage drops on weak electrical grids during startup. We design custom winding configurations and excitation control units (such as brushless excitation systems) to limit in-rush currents while meeting starting torque demands. This design aligns with utility grid requirements and helps prevent disturbances to adjacent machinery.

VFD Integration & Insulation Protection

Modern applications frequently run synchronous motors on Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to optimize process flow. This can introduce high-frequency voltage spikes (dI/dt) that stress stator insulation. Our motors use reinforced insulation systems, insulated non-drive end bearings, and grounding brushes to prevent electrical bearing damage and extend winding life.

Global Standards Compliance

To support global trade and integration, our synchronous and asynchronous motors conform to major international mechanical and electrical standards. This compliance simplifies engineering approvals and field installation.

  • ISO 9001 Ex Compliance: Certified quality management systems verify traceability and consistency across all explosion-proof motor components.
  • NEMA Standards: Mechanical dimensions, shaft extensions, and electrical performance tests comply with NEMA specifications, including UL and CSA certifications for North American markets.
  • IECEx and ATEX Standards: Dual-certified safety configurations for high and low voltage motors operating in Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, and Zone 22 hazardous areas across Europe and international markets.
  • TESTSAFE & SABS Approvals: Specialized testing protocols verified for underground mining and petrochemical applications in Australia, South Africa, and South American regions.
Nemko/Atex Certification

Nemko / ATEX

CSA Certification

CSA Group

CE Mark

CE Standard

CCC Certification

CCC Mark

SABS Certification

SABS Standard

Testsafe Certification

TESTSAFE

Targeted Industrial Applications

How our synchronous motor designs meet the performance demands of key process industries.

Petrochemical Refining & Gas Pipelines

In refining and gas transport, safety is a primary requirement. Our explosion-proof synchronous motors (such as the TAW and YBBPX series) drive large reciprocating compressors and process pumps, running continuously in volatile environments.

Water Supply & Wastewater Treatment

Municipal water works and industrial pumping stations use synchronous motors to run high-capacity pumps. By operating at unity or leading power factors, these motors improve system voltage regulation and reduce overall plant power bills.

Mining & Ore Processing

Heavy mining equipment, such as sag mills, ball mills, and ventilation fans, requires high torque at low speeds. Our synchronous motors are built to handle these heavy starting loads and survive in high-dust, high-vibration underground environments.

Industry Outlook & Technology Trends

The engineering directions shaping the future of high-power driving systems.

Smart Diagnostics & IoT Integration

Modern plant operations rely on predictive maintenance. We integrate temperature sensors, vibration probes, and flux coil sensors within the motor frame and winding slots. Connecting to cloud-based monitoring systems helps track insulation health, bearing wear, and operational temperature profiles in real time to prevent unplanned downtime.

Dynamic Grid Stability & Synchronous Condensers

As renewable energy sources like wind and solar grow, electrical grids can lose rotating inertia. Distributed synchronous condensers help stabilize grid frequency, manage reactive power (VAR), and maintain short-circuit strength. This role is increasingly important for utility grids transitioning away from fossil-fuel turbines.

Quality Inspections & Testing Facility

Our production facilities use testing benches to verify mechanical tolerances, insulation values, and performance curves.

Motor Testing Bench
VPI Chamber Setup
Stator Winding Inspection
Final Assembly Verification

Technical FAQ

Key information regarding the application, operation, and specification of industrial synchronous motors.

1. What are the main benefits of a Synchronous Motor compared to an Asynchronous Motor?
Synchronous motors operate at a constant speed regardless of load variations, making them suitable for constant-speed applications. They also offer higher operating efficiency and can run at a leading power factor. This allows them to provide reactive power support to the plant electrical grid, helping to improve the overall power factor and reduce utility costs.
2. How do Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) achieve IE5 efficiency?
PMSM designs replace traditional rotor windings or induction cages with high-energy permanent magnets. This design eliminates rotor copper losses (I²R losses) and reduces heat buildup. The motor runs cooler, which improves efficiency, extends bearing life, and increases torque density for a smaller physical frame size.
3. What is the role of a Distributed Synchronous Condenser System?
A synchronous condenser is a synchronous motor running without a mechanical load. By adjusting its field excitation, it can either generate or absorb reactive power (VARs) to regulate transmission line voltage. It also provides physical rotating inertia to help stabilize electrical grids containing high percentages of solar and wind generation.
4. What precautions should be taken when operating synchronous motors on VFDs?
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) can introduce high-frequency voltage spikes (dI/dt) and shaft currents. To prevent insulation degradation and electrical bearing erosion, we recommend using insulated non-drive end (NDE) bearings, shaft grounding brushes, and VPI-processed Class H insulation systems designed to handle VFD wave profiles.
5. What safety certifications are required for hazardous operating areas?
Motors operating in areas with explosive gases or dust must hold valid explosion-proof certifications. These include ATEX for Europe, IECEx for international markets, and CSA/UL for North America. Depending on the environment, configurations can range from increased safety (Ex e) and flameproof (Ex d) to positive pressure containment (Ex p).
6. Why is the Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) process important for high-voltage motors?
The VPI process extracts air from the winding insulation under a vacuum, then forces high-performance resin into the structure under pressure. This creates a void-free insulation barrier that improves heat transfer, mechanically secures the windings against vibration, and prevents electrical tracking in high-humidity or high-voltage applications.
7. How do you limit starting currents when starting across-the-line?
For direct-on-line (DOL) starting, we design the rotor cage and excitation windings to manage starting torque and current. We can also provide brushless excitation control units to transition the motor smoothly from induction start to synchronous run. Alternatively, using soft starters or VFDs can help minimize grid current draw.
8. What mechanical cooling systems are available for large-frame motors?
We offer a variety of cooling methods depending on the application environment. These include IC411 (self-fan cooled), IC611 (air-to-air heat exchanger), IC81W (air-to-water heat exchanger), and water-cooled jackets. These configurations are designed to maintain optimal motor operating temperatures in hot, dusty, or confined spaces.

Technical Specification & Engineering Consultation

Discuss your operational parameters with our engineering team. We assist in matching specifications for high-voltage, explosion-proof, and custom synchronous driving applications.

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