High-Quality Customised Explosion-Proof Motors Manufacturer & Exporter

Pioneering global safety & energy efficiency standards with customized explosion-proof motor systems for critical industrial environments.

Featured Explosion-Proof Motors

Engineered for Zone 1 & 2 hazardous operations with leading IECEx, ATEX, and NEMA certifications.

WOLONG TBVF series motor

CE Certification WOLONG Nanyang ATB brand TBVF series China three-phase permanent magnet Ex synchronous vsd mine motor Manufacturer, Exporter

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WOLONG YBX4 motor

OEM WOLONG Nanyang YBX4 series low voltage super high efficiency explosion-proof AC asynchronous three-phase motor. Manufacturer, Exporter

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Wolong YBBP motor

High-Quality Wolong Nanyang YBBP series low voltage variable frequency explosion-proof three-phase asynchronous motor Manufacturers, Factory

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Wolong WE3 motor

China Wolong Nanyang WE3 series low voltage and high efficiency three-phase asynchronous AC motor Manufacturer, Factories

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Wolong YBFBX4/YBFBX3 motor

CE Certification Wolong Nanyang YBFBX4/YBFBX3 series low voltage composite explosion-proof low voltage three-phase asynchronous AC motor Factories, Companies

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WOLONG YBBP water-cooled motor

High-Quality WOLONG Nanyang ATB brand YBBP series (water-cooled) explosion-proof variable frequency speed regulation Three-phase asynchronous Ome motor Exporter, Exporters

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Wolong Y3 motor

OEM Wolong ATB brand Y3 series high voltage three-phase AC motor (Frame size 355 ~ 560) Exporter, Company

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WOLONG YBF motor

CE Certification WOLONG Nanyang ATB brand YBF series fans high voltage flameproof three-phase asynchronous motor Manufacturers, Supplier

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Global Industrial Demand & Customization Paradigm

Analyzing critical safety environments and the necessity of highly specialized electric drive solutions.

Critical Global Operations

Modern process industries face extreme operating risks. Standard motors cannot withstand explosive dust, flammable vapors, or volatile chemical compositions. Advanced customization guarantees continuous performance and non-ignition compliance.

Stricter Global Regulations

As standard systems align under ATEX (Europe), IECEx (Global), and NEC (Americas), multi-agency approved machinery is mandatory. Facilities demand customized explosion-proof platforms verified to mitigate dynamic thermal stresses.

Bespoke Configuration Needs

From water-cooled variable frequency motors to heavy-duty permanent magnet synchronous drivetrains, standard designs fail. High precision machining guarantees drop-in dimensional configurations, optimized insulation, and customized electrical characteristics.

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High-Tech Production Lines
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Countries Reached Locally
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R&D Patents & Innovations
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Major EPC Projects Completed

Corporate Strength & Wolong Electric Heritage

Providing cutting-edge industrial drive solutions through Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd.

Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd serves as the authorized global distributor of Wolong Electric Drive Group Co., Ltd. Founded in 1984 and listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2002 (code SH600580), Wolong has advanced the science of industrial motor manufacturing. The enterprise owns 3 global manufacturing bases, 39 manufacturing factories, and 3 state-of-the-art global R&D centers, ensuring a reliable international distribution channel.

Under a single-minded brand trajectory, Wolong has acquired a matrix of centuries-old industrial heavyweights. Today, our engineering capability leverages globally renowned brands, delivering unparalleled technology, process design, and application-specific custom configurations:

Nanyang Explosion-Proof (CNE)

China's premier scientific explosion-proof motor research and production group. CNE has led heavy industry development in oil extraction, petrochemical processing, coal extraction, and military operations. It serves as a structural foundation for our specialized high-voltage flameproof offerings.

ATB Motor Group & Morley Motors

Austrian industry titan ATB, acquired in 2011, includes Morley Motors—an authority in underground coal mining equipment with nearly 130 years of history. Its name is synonymous with mechanical power in coal extraction. Laurence Scott, a pioneer of low starting current auxiliary motors for nuclear installations and naval defense fleets, is also a key asset.

Brook Crompton & Schorch Motors

Brook Crompton brings over 100 years of mastery in efficient "W" standard industrial drive frames. Schorch, founded in Germany in 1882, designs heavy industrial drive packages for oil/gas pipelines, water treatment infrastructure, and demanding transport tunnels.

General Electric (GE) Commercial Alliance

In 2018, GE's industrial motor business established a partnership with Wolong, strengthening heavy-industry engineering. It leverages centuries of technical expertise in petrochemical operations, metallurgy, raw material refinement, and global field support.

Wolong Factory Map

China Factory Strategic Efficiency Advantages

How our centralized supply chain translates into rapid development, safety, and commercial value.

Integrated Supply Chain

Our operations minimize turnaround times. Standard alloy refining, precision metal stamping, housing casting, winding automation, and safety testing are executed under one roof to control tolerances and avoid third-party delays.

Rapid Customization

Engineers adapt shaft geometry, mounting footprints, winding configurations, and thermal sensor integrations. Custom layouts proceed quickly from design to deployment, matching target configurations within standard lead times.

Advanced Automated Production

We combine manufacturing efficiency with rigorous quality control. Digital testing centers subject every motor to extensive thermal checks, dielectric tests, and vibration analysis before shipment.

R&D and technical advantages Brand advantage Explosion-proof products advantage

Technical Specification & Component Architecture

A detailed engineering breakdown of our high-quality custom explosion-proof motor systems.

Motor Rotor Construction

Precision Engine Rotor Construction

Featuring a rugged squirrel-cage design, our rotors utilize advanced cast aluminum structures fabricated via centrifugal or high-pressure die-casting. The molten pure aluminum fills the rotor slots, creating a unified structure with integrated bars and end rings. This ensures mechanical integrity, balance, and excellent torque-speed characteristics. For larger systems, copper bar designs are used with robust bar securing and end-ring brazing, reinforced with custom retention rings for high-speed reliability.

Motor Stator Winding

Advanced Stator Winding & Insulation Systems

Our stator windings use high-grade copper conductors insulated with polyester film and glass fiber tape. The insulation system utilizes high-mica tape impregnated via a computer-controlled Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) process. The VPI sequence removes air pockets and moisture, creating a solid, void-free structure. This design provides high dielectric strength, thermal dissipation, mechanical resistance to electromagnetic forces, and protection against chemical vapors.

Motor Frame Structure

Heavy-Duty Cast Iron Frame Enclosures

Our motor housings are developed using multi-physics structural and CFD thermal simulations. The frame features cast iron (or fabricated steel) with thick walls to contain internal explosions without rupture or structural deformation. Optimized external cooling fins maximize heat dissipation. This design provides mechanical stability, low vibration, and ample frequency isolation margin under high loads.

Motor Fan Hood

Low-Noise Ventilation Fan Systems

Our ventilation systems feature aerodynamically optimized fans inside an engineered silencer cowl. The design incorporates acoustic absorbing materials to suppress high-frequency fan noise without restricting cooling airflow. With IP22 finger-safe protection and a side-intake design, the housing resists blockage even when mounted close to structural barriers or bulkheads.

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Global Standards Compliance & Certifications

Our products are certified by international agencies, facilitating seamless project approvals worldwide.

ATEX Cert IECEx Cert CSA Cert ISO Cert CE Cert

ISO 9001 Ex Manufacturing Facility

Our plants operate under audited quality processes to ensure tracking and verification for every flameproof component, terminal box seal, and dynamic dynamic balance report.

IECEx & ATEX Directives

Certified for hazardous Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 operations. The flameproof path geometry, gap depth, and temperature limits meet the EN/IEC 60079 series standards.

NEMA, UL & CSA Standards

Compliant with NEMA dimensions and electrical ratings. Complete verification for UL and CSA listings allows seamless integration into North American heavy industrial installations.

SABS, EAC & TESTSAFE Standards

We secure regional approvals including SABS (South Africa), EAC (Eurasian Customs Union), and TESTSAFE (Australia) for underground coal mining and petrochemical projects.

Global Standards Safety Standard Testing Lab Test Verification Engineering Inspection

Integration History & Strategic Acquisitions

Tracing the technological evolution and brand integration of Wolong Electric.

Wolong Factory History

2011: Strategic ATB Group Acquisition

Wolong acquired 97.94% of the Austrian ATB Group, integrating three major European manufacturers. This integration combined Morley's coal mining expertise with Laurence Scott's low-starting-current technologies, establishing a strong presence in the global heavy industrial market.

Brook Crompton Motor Integration

Integration of Brook Crompton & Schorch

Acquiring Brook Crompton added efficient, flameproof motors for harsh environments to the portfolio. Integrating Germany's Schorch Electric (est. 1882) expanded our capabilities in heavy pipeline operations, deep transport tunnels, and offshore petrochemical systems.

CNE Acquisition

2015: CNE Nanyang Explosion-Proof Group Integration

Integrating CNE consolidated China's largest explosion-proof research and testing center into the group. This addition expanded our capabilities in custom high-voltage flameproof drivetrains, synthetic testing fields, and large synchronous systems.

Manufacturing Area CNC Precision Turning VPI Chamber Winding

Localized Applications & Heavy Industry Footprint

Engineered for high reliability under harsh operational conditions.

Petrochemical & Gas Extraction

We supply chemical plants with flameproof motors for high-pressure compressors, feed pumps, and ambient ventilation. These systems prevent vapor ingress, keeping surface temperatures below ignition limits.

Underground Coal Mining

Morley and CNE systems are designed for high-stress underground mining equipment. They power heavy armored face conveyors, coal shearers, and ventilation fans under harsh environmental conditions.

Tunnel Excavation & Municipal Works

Our heavy drive systems power large-diameter tunnel boring machines, high-capacity drainage pumps, and municipal water treatment plants, ensuring reliable continuous operations.

Heavy Oil Drilling Application Underground Excavation Machinery Petrochemical Pipeline Installation Refinery Plant Motors

Future Trends: Efficiency, Intelligence & System Integration

Pioneering the next generation of safe industrial drive systems.

Ultra-Efficiency (IE5 & IE6)

Global regulations require higher motor efficiency to reduce carbon emissions. We are expanding our PM Synchronous (PMSM) lines to meet IE5 efficiency levels, lowering operating costs and thermal losses in hazardous areas.

Digital Twins & IIoT

Our motors can be integrated with vibration, acoustic, and thermal sensors. Real-time diagnostic data helps operators monitor performance, predict wear, and plan maintenance to minimize downtime.

Modular Drive Integration

Modern plants benefit from pre-commissioned, variable-frequency drives (VFD). Integrating the motor, VFD, and monitoring diagnostics into a single package simplifies installation and commissioning.

Advanced VFD Integration testing Winding automation Dielectric breakdown testing Finished heavy industrial frames

Global Enterprise Procurement Requirements

Key criteria for engineers and procurement managers when selecting safety-critical motor partners.

1. Verified Certification Records

Ensure certification reports from PTB, CSA, Nemko, or TestSafe are valid and current. All customized shafts and enclosures must match the technical specifications in the original certificates.

2. Thermal Performance & T-Ratings

Verify that the motor's temperature rating (T3 to T6) matches the auto-ignition threshold of ambient gases in the target zone under worst-case overload conditions.

3. Dynamic Load & VFD Compatibility

Ensure the VPI insulation system can handle the high-voltage spikes and harmonics generated by variable-frequency drive control systems without degrading.

4. Global Technical Support

Work with partners who offer local engineering assistance, commissioning support, and maintenance coordination to ensure smooth long-term operations.

Final QA Checks Global Delivery Logistics

Engineering Questions & Technical Answers

Information on design variations, safety codes, and custom configurations.

Q1: What distinguishes a "Flameproof" enclosure from an "Increased Safety" design?
Flameproof enclosures (Ex d) are built to contain internal explosions without rupture and prevent hot gases from escaping into the surrounding environment. Increased Safety designs (Ex e) focus on preventing sparks, arcs, or hot surfaces from forming under normal or overload conditions through strict electrical and mechanical safety margins.
Q2: How does Variable Frequency Drive operation affect explosion-proof ratings?
Operating on a VFD can cause additional rotor heating at lower running speeds due to reduced fan airflow, as well as voltage spikes from high dV/dt rates. Our motors use high-performance VPI insulation and thermal protection sensors to maintain compliance across the entire speed control range.
Q3: Why are permanent magnet motors increasingly used in hazardous applications?
Permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) eliminate rotor conductor losses, reducing heat generation. Lower operating temperatures improve safety, increase bearing life, and help meet IE4/IE5 efficiency standards.
Q4: What customization options are available for shaft extensions and mounting?
We offer custom shaft dimensions, double-shaft configurations, specialized keyways, and high-tensile steel options. Mounting configurations include standard IEC/NEMA foot or flange patterns, as well as custom geometries to fit existing installations.
Q5: How does the water-cooling system benefit explosion-proof operations?
Water-cooled casings (such as the YBBP series) dissipate heat independently of motor rotation speed or ambient air movement. This design keeps surface temperatures low and allows high power density in confined spaces like mine shafts or underground tunnels.

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