Engineered to handle power grid fluctuations and severe desert climates in infrastructure and petroleum sectors.
Iraq's industrial sectors—anchored by the oil and gas fields of Basra, Kirkuk, and Missan, along with massive municipal water treatment schemes and cement manufacturing—require robust electrical machinery that can operate under extreme stress. Ambient summer temperatures in southern Iraq regularly exceed 55°C, creating a major operating challenge for high-voltage (HV) electrical motors.
Additionally, electrical grids in Iraq present technical challenges, such as voltage drops and harmonic disturbances. Standard motors designed for milder climates often suffer from winding insulation degradation, thermal tripping, and premature bearing failure. To ensure plant uptime, Iraqi procurement teams, ministerial engineers, and private EPC contractors require highly reliable, specialized AC High Voltage Motors that adhere to strict international standards (IEC, IEEE, NEMA) while offering custom thermal and dust-protection design features.
As a leading channel partner of the Wolong Group, Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd. provides certified, heavy-duty medium and high voltage AC induction motors designed to meet the demands of the Iraqi industrial market.
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Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Technology Co., Ltd. is the authorized distributor of Wolong. Wolong Electric Drive Group Co., Ltd. was founded in 1984 and successfully listed in 2002 (code SH600580). After more than 30 years of development, Wolong has 3 manufacturing bases, 39 factories, and 3 R&D centers worldwide. Wolong has always focused on the manufacture of motors and control systems, committed to a global brand strategy, making Wolong a leader in R&D, technology, process, manufacturing, and sales in the global market.
Accumulated with abundant assets and deep experience in manufacturing, WOLONG expanded globally to become a leading manufacturer of AC motors & drives. In 2011, WOLONG acquired the Austrian ATB Group (ATB motor), one of the three major European motor manufacturers, taking control of ATB Group, which includes brands like Morley in the mining industry and Laurence Scott.
Both brands are well-established in motor manufacturing. Morley motor, with its nearly 130-year history, is closely linked to underground coal mining, and is recognized in the global underground coal market for quality, power, and reliability. Laurence Scott, a pioneer that supplied motors for British nuclear power plants, is renowned for manufacturing equipment with low starting currents, and also equips British naval vessels with generators.
In addition, Brook Crompton Motors joined the WOLONG group. Brook Crompton has over a century of experience in the electric motor sector, leading in motor technology advancements and energy-efficient motor designs. Through technology and innovation, Brook Crompton developed a complete range of low, medium, and high voltage AC motors, including the Brook Crompton "W" and "10" series suitable for hazardous and harsh environments.
Schorch electric motor joined WOLONG in 2011. Since 1882, Schorch has offered driving systems to customers globally for domestic and international projects, working with partners across industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, power generation, water supply, wastewater management, and metallurgy.
For vibration motors (MVE) and Ex vibration sensors, OLI Brand holds a major market share globally, having partnered with WOLONG in China since 1999.
In 2015, WOLONG Electric Nanyang Explosion-proof Group Co., Ltd. (CNE), China's largest explosion-proof motor research and production base, joined the WOLONG Group. Producing explosion-proof motors, low voltage asynchronous motors, and Ex-proof high voltage motors, Nanyang Explosion Group's products are widely used in oil, coal, chemical, metallurgy, electricity, military, and nuclear power fields.
In 2018, General Electric (GE) commercial and industrial motor division partnered with WOLONG. With a long history in commercial and industrial electrical equipment, GE supports heavy industries like oil and gas, power generation, mining, water treatment, and cement, providing support alongside WOLONG.
Premium European engineering for oil, gas, and industrial process applications.
High-power, heavy-duty custom German drives for major industrial pumps and compressors.
Venerable British engineering, pioneers in high-efficiency industrial motors.
China's explosion-proof leader, providing reliable hazardous area motors.
A detailed look inside the durability of our High Voltage AC Motors.
The rotor features a squirrel cage design, with cast aluminum rotors widely utilized for their durability. These rotors are produced using centrifugal aluminum casting or die-casting techniques, where molten pure aluminum is poured into the slots of the rotor core, creating a single-piece construction that integrates the rotor bars and end rings.
The structural integrity and manufacturing process of cast aluminum rotors guarantee reliability and provide solid torque properties. For larger capacity motors, copper bar rotors are employed, which benefit from reliable bar securing and end ring welding procedures. Additionally, the protective ring design of high-speed motors ensures the stable operation of the copper bar rotor under heavy loads.
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 clean white coil is produced.
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 designed to provide solid electrical performance, mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and thermal stability under varying loads.
The motor frame utilizes a digital platform for structural and fluid multi-physics field simulations. This simulation platform retains the original structure and design, using high-strength cast iron (or steel as an alternative).
The frame offers structural redundancy, heat dissipation properties, and ample inherent frequency isolation margins for the machine. It is designed to withstand mechanical shocks, maintain low vibration levels, and ensure a lower temperature rise during operation.
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 avoids 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 lower overall motor noise. Additionally, the fan cover is rated IP22, ensuring protection against physical contact with the fan.
Custom drive systems engineered for key industrial applications across the country.
Designed for midstream and downstream oil and gas applications in areas like Rumaila, West Qurna, and Majnoon fields. Our motors provide explosion-proof protection (ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 and Zone 2, Ex d, Ex de, Ex ec) for driving water injection pumps, gas compressors, and oil export pumps.
For municipal water supplies, agricultural irrigation, and wastewater plants along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. We supply corrosion-resistant vertical and horizontal HV motors to drive high-capacity intake and booster pumps.
Supporting thermal and gas-turbine power plants throughout Iraq. Our motors reliably power primary auxiliary systems, including boiler feed pumps, draft fans (FDF/IDF), cooling water circulation pumps, and coal pulverizers.
Our manufacturing centers employ smart factory technologies, utilizing fully automated stator insulation winding lines, precision rotor dynamic balancing rigs, and state-of-the-art testing stations. Integrating European brand expertise (ATB, Schorch) with China's production capacity creates significant advantages for Iraqi buyers:
WOLONG maintains a comprehensive product certification portfolio to support hassle-free entry into international projects.
Nemko/ATEX
CSA Group
CE Compliance
CC Mark
SABS
TESTSAFE
WOLONG has secured major product certifications to support easy entry into the global market:
Purchasing heavy machinery requires dedicated support for installation, commissioning, and long-term maintenance. Shaanxi Nanfang Motor Tech provides comprehensive field services for all deliveries to Iraq:
A quick reference guide to help select the appropriate motor series for your application in Iraq.
Cooling: IC611 (Air-to-Air Heat Exchanger)
Key Use: Standard pumps, fans, and compressors in cement, chemical, and municipal water plants.
Cooling: IC81W (Water-to-Air Heat Exchanger)
Key Use: Compact locations requiring high power density and reliable cooling, such as indoor pump rooms.
Cooling: Variable (VFD Compatible)
Key Use: Speed-controlled applications like conveyors, gas compressors, and fans requiring precise control.
Expert answers to common engineering and procurement queries regarding High Voltage Motors in the Middle East.
We utilize Class H insulation materials rated up to 180°C, while designing the motor to run within Class B temperature limits (under 80°C rise). This provides a substantial thermal safety margin. Additionally, cooling fans are optimized for maximum airflow, and we apply derating factors in line with project specification requirements.
Yes. Our motors are certified to international standards (ATEX/IECEx) and are widely accepted by major oil and gas operators in Iraq, including SOC (South Oil Company) and BOC (Basra Oil Company). We supply all required technical documentation, manufacturer data books, and test certificates.
We supply motors across all typical utility grid and industrial plant voltages used in Iraq, including 3.3 kV, 6 kV, 6.6 kV, 10 kV, and 11 kV at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz frequencies.
We use IP55, IP56, or IP65 rated enclosures. Bearings are fitted with high-performance non-contact labyrinth seals to prevent dust ingress, and terminal boxes are designed with heavy-duty gasketing to maintain seal integrity.
Standard designs can be manufactured and tested within 10 to 12 weeks. Fully customized designs (such as special dimensions or matching existing foundations) typically require 14 to 18 weeks. Shipping to Umm Qasr port generally adds 3 to 4 weeks.
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