Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company operating mainly in the capital goods sector. They offer solutions in electric machines, automation, and paints for various sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, and mining. WEG’s diverse and integrated product line includes motors, drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, generators, and custom solutions.

Product-Specific Highlights

Motors

WEG manufactures a broad range of electric motors, including general-purpose, severe duty, explosion-proof, and high-efficiency motors (IE3 and IE4). Their W22 series is widely recognized for performance and energy savings.

Drives & Soft Starters

Their CFW line of variable frequency drives (e.g., CFW500, CFW701) supports a wide range of automation and HVAC applications. WEG soft starters (like the SSW07 and SSW08) are built for torque control and optimized motor performance.

Industrial Controls

WEG offers contactors, overload relays, motor protection circuit breakers, and pushbuttons for panel-building and automation needs.

Transformers & Generators

Their dry-type and oil-filled transformers serve energy distribution, while custom synchronous and induction generators are engineered for distributed generation systems and industrial operations.

Automation Systems

PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA-ready devices are available to help automate processes in factory, water treatment, and infrastructure applications.

Custom Panels & Systems

WEG builds UL-certified control panels and MCCs (motor control centers), tailored for turnkey industrial automation and power distribution.