News and Press

Washdown-ready smooth body gear units, motors, and variable frequency drives bring an innovative alternative to expensive, bulky stainless steel, while nsd tupH provides these units with even greater protection for food manufacturing and other strictly regulated industries. …

Two-stage MAXXDRIVE XT right-angle gear units from NORD are ideal for belt conveyor systems in heavy-duty applications such as the bulk material and mining industries. Available in seven case sizes, these rugged units provide powers from 50 – 1500 HP, output torques between 130,000 – 600,000 lb-in., and speed ratios from 6:03 – 22.4:1. They can also cover ratios up to 30,000:1 when paired with an auxiliary primary stage gear unit. …

Full line of drive electronics provides exceptional flexibility with a wide range of customization options. …

MAXXDRIVE® industrial gear units provide an ideal solution for specialized applications. …

The Swedish machine manufacturer Comeco has revised the drive concept of its rebar bending machines and equips this next generation equipment with electric drives from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS. Compared to the classic hydraulic solution, these electric drives offer numerous advantages in terms of robustness, safety, and operating convenience. They are also easier to maintain and run more efficiently to save cost. …

Custom-engineered shaft options are now widely available to provide coupling-free installations on select gear units. …

High performance in the control cabinet: The NORDAC PRO SK 500P variable frequency drives from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are equipped with an integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface, multi-encoder interface for multiple axis operation, and USB interface for voltage-free parameterization. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides robust industrial gear units that are characterized by very high power density, quiet operation, and top reliability. The modular system with its many configuration options ensures an extremely high level of design flexibility. …

New online tool makes ordering spare and replacement parts easier than ever. …

For more than eight years, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has supplied the leading French manufacturer of wine pumps, CAZAUX ROTORFLEX, with decentralized drive systems for their patented rotary lobe pumps (pompes à lobes). These systems are are in high demand from winegrowers and cellar masters around the world and consist of a geared motor combined with a variable frequency drive. NORD products were selected by CAZAUX for this application due to their versatility, reliability, and precise functionality. …

Company planning and development stays the course in 2020. …

Company announces new, high-quality coating options for customized drive solutions. …

The NorStone AG gravel works in Tau in South West Norway has changed over to robust geared motors from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS. The result: lower investment costs, increased operating reliability, better process reliability as well as reduced energy consumption due to improved efficiency. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has launched the NORDAC® PRO SK 500P, a state-of-the-art control cabinet VFD with ultimate functionality, connectivity, and modularity. These variable frequency drives have an impressive number of interfaces for communication and field buses, innovative features, and a number of extension possibilities. …

NORD keeps the grain industry moving with safe, reliable, and efficient solutions to power bucket elevators, conveyors, feeders, slide gates, and more. …

New UNIVERSAL motor extends NORD's portfolio of asynchronous electric motors …

Supply chain efficiencies are powered by NORD’s high-performance drive systems …

Manufacturers in the plastics and rubber processing industries appreciate the long service life, low maintenance, and energy efficiency of NORD’s drive solutions …

With the drive solutions from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS, drive and status data can be recorded regularly or permanently in order to optimize the operational safety and efficiency of plant and machinery. Based on this information, concepts for predictive maintenance can also be developed. …

Twenty-year relationship punctuated by two Guinness World Records for Robotic Parking’s next-generation parking facilities …

From conveying to pumping to packaging, heavy washdown environments are no problem for NORD’s high-performance drive systems …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides pioneering drive solutions for networking and connection of an Industry 4.0 environment. By pioneering hardware and software, NORD drive technology enables networked or autonomous production processes of the “Smart Factory” and keeps them running. …

Commissioned at the Chur sewage treatment plant in Switzerland, NORD drive technology moves the world’s first folding solar roof. Thanks to their integrated PLC, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS’ frequency inverters can be used to implement many intelligent control concepts, as dhp technology - a Swiss start-up - impressively demonstrates with this project. …

NORDCON APP and NORDAC® ACCESS BT provide wireless monitoring of variable frequency drives …

Cover story highlights how two breweries rely on NORD products to produce specialized brews …

Manufacturing and office space at satellite facility in Charlotte to double in size as NORD’s southeast presence grows …

Networking and connection to the Industry 4.0 environment are major topics in the industry. With its drive solutions, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides the prerequisites for "smart factories" and supports customers with communication and application know-how in the digitalization process. …

NORD’s intelligent drive solutions increase productivity, reduce costs for packaging, processing and material handling industries …

Article highlights NORD’s ability to deliver new technologies and system efficiency with new decentralized drives, NORDAC ACCESS BT and more …

Special requirements for the conveyor belts and their drive technology: Special conveyor belt systems and geared motors are needed for the construction of the tunnels for the "London Crossrail". …

Online course will provide training on grain elevator equipment maintenance …

Distinguished panel taps global leader in drive technology solutions for inclusion based on industry prowess and growth …

New NORDBLOC® helical gear units deliver industry-leading thrust load capacity …

From afterhours assistance to a robust online configuration tool, NORD’s superior customer service helps drive three years of double-digit sales growth. …

As an ATEX certified manufacturer, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has many years of experience with explosion protected drive technology. Explosion protected drives from NORD are in use in almost all sectors of industry. …

A look back with an eye toward the future as NORD moves forward into its fifth decade in the United States. …

Real-time torque monitoring and feedback provide peace of mind to operators in wastewater treatment and power generation industries …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS supplies reliable drive technology with reinforced bearings and increased bearing spacing for the processing industry. This ensures maximum radial and axial load capacities and longer service life of the gear units. …

To optimize total cost of ownership, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides powerful and efficient low-maintenance drive concepts from its modular system. …

From its own production, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers ventilated and unventilated motors with smooth surfaces for areas with high hygiene standards. Their washdown-optimized cast aluminum housings make them easy to clean. …

Modern gear designs have to be compact, powerful, economical and above all they need to be lightweight. NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers a wide range of durable and lightweight aluminum gearbox configurations. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has extended its portfolio of energy-efficient motors for the Brazilian market. …

Company to showcase integrated baggage handling solutions at 2019 AAAE Conference …

Delivering double-digit sales growth for three consecutive years, NORD is expanding for the sixth time since it built its North American headquarters in Waunakee, WI. …

A new sewage tunnel is under construction in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Drive solutions from NORD ensure safe transport of personnel and materials in the access shafts. …

The MAXXDRIVE® XT industrial gear unit series intended for high thermal limit powers extends the proven range of industrial gear units. …

The “Linthal 2015” project, the underground central chamber for a new pumped storage power station. The conveyor belts were driven by NORD industrial gear units . …

The metal construction company SMIL, located in Montpellier, produces conveyor system solutions relying on drives from Northern Germany. In a quarry in the southern French commune of Gardanne, geared motors by NORD DRIVESYSTEMS guarantee safe and efficient conveyor operation. …

Efficient systems from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS were presented at the LogiMAT 2019 in Stuttgart. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS' industrial gear units are particularly robust and durable. These high load capacity drives are used in heavy-duty applications such as agitators, mixers, and grinders. …

In the field of water treatment, the drive technology is decisive for the availability and efficiency of pumping and fan stations. …

Solar power plants make an important contribution to climate protection. In the Gemasolar plant near Fuentes de Andalucia in Southern Spain, robust drive units from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS ensure the alignment of the gigantic mirrors for collecting solar energy. …

Mobile handling of drive technology - NORD DRIVESYSTEMS makes this possible with the NORDCON APP and the NORDAC ACCESS BT Bluetooth stick. Thanks to this innovative solution, users can be more flexible and efficient, resulting in real added value in their daily work. …

At PROMAT 2019 – NORD displays new drive technology for conveyor and warehousing systems … increasing productivity and return on investment …

Optimized design for maximum thermal ratings – and engineered for extreme industrial conveying applications …

NORD GEAR Limited awarded the Supplier Excellence Award for 2018 by Burlington Automation Corporation. An achievement which recognizes NORD'S continuous performance in surpassing customer expectations. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS impresses trade fair visitors to Hanover with innovative drive technology for increased safety, efficiency and digital networking in industry and intralogistics. …

Due to PLC and position control within the frequency inverters, several drives by NORD DRIVESYSTEMS can be synchronized in Master /Slave mode. Thus, functions such as synchronized movement and flying saw operation can be implemented decentrally. …

NORD Gear Corporation to unveil new products and innovative solutions for the grain industry …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is investing heavily in training young talent and offers a wide range of entry options for commercial, business, and technical fields. In 2018 a total of 16 new colleagues started their training. …

NORD’s NSD TUPH™ surface conversion products provide a superior sanitary washdown solution for food producers – at a fraction of the cost of stainless steel drive systems …

The myNORD customer portfolio provides practical support for the configuration and ordering of your drive technology. Simple, always available and fast. …

Pallet conveyor technology primarily requires economical drive solutions with high overload capacity. …

Our customer support philosophy demonstrates our commitment to your success …

The Octopi Brewing Co. is a leading US contract brewery which is especially active in the booming craft beer segment. The company uses durable NORD geared motors on the mash and lauter tuns. …

When producing beer and other alcoholic-based beverages, the highest hygiene standards must be met. …

NORD Gear Corporation unveiled a new trade show booth at PACK EXPO in October. The event is the world’s largest packaging trade show, attracting 50,000+ professionals from global consumer packaged goods brands, manufacturers and retailers. …

Extra Safety - Functional Safety gains more and more importance as a fundamental component in the modern machine and plant design and it is an indispensable aspect of the drive systems from NORD. …

What Is a Gearmotor and What Are Its Uses? …

Electric Motors, Gear Motors, Gear Units and Inverters …

Grain requires temperature control, protection from sparks or electrical arcs and the restriction of contamination in conveyance systems. …

Worm, Spiral Helical Bevel and Helical Inline Gear Motors …

As the food industry becomes increasingly automated, food and beverage firms are turning toward industrial-grade processing solutions. …

Working with NORD has never been easier. …

Compact design and washdown housing option are ideal for light conveying and manufacturing …

TORSTEN SCHULTZ INTERVIEW WITH DAVID PRIESTMAN FROM LOGISTICS BUSINESS MAGAZINE …

The new filtration systems from the machinery manufacturer TMCI Padovan ensure perfect taste for an Italian liqueur producer. Decentralized NORD drives ensure that the machines operate with high efficiency. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS now offers standardized, high efficiency drive solutions, especially for horizontal and inclined conveyors. LogiDrive systems are maintenance-friendly and enable reduction of the number of versions in intralogistics without great effort. …

NORD Gear brings integrated drive technology for food processing, packaging, and material handling industries at PACK EXPO 2018. …

Agitators, conveyor systems, weighing and filling plants or packaging machinery: NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers efficient and hygienic drive solutions for the bakery industry. They will be displayed at iba in Munich from September 15 to 20, 2018. …

NORD demonstrates breakthrough stainless steel alternative …

Modern automation technology at the Duisburg Theatre ensures perfect coordination of stage set, light, and sound. Frequency inverters by NORD are an important element of the drive solution. …

High-strength aluminum alloy delivers reliable performance in cost-effective and lightweight design …

Geared motors and frequency inverters with precise positioning abilities lift and rotate the cage from which maintenance and cleaning personnel are able to reach every corner of the undulating façade of the “New York by Gehry” skyscraper. …

NORD provides product macros as well as technical and electrical device data for its electronic drive components in the EPLAN database. …

Drive functions can be taken over decentrally via the software or hardware control capability of NORD frequency inverters. …

Raw materials are ground and refined in various processes in the Arnreiter Mill in Austria. …

NORD Gear delivers complete, integrated material handling solutions …

Flammable gases and dust in processing industries create serious safety risks for people and machines. Explosion protected drive solutions . …

From 23 to 27 April 2018, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS will be presenting its intelligent and future-oriented drive solutions for intralogistics and industrial applications at the Hannover Fair and CeMAT. …

Customized solutions, reliable technology, global service – NORD DRIVESYSTEMS supplies optimized drive solutions for every airport application. Efficient, reliable, proven. …

Durable and reliable – even in extremely harsh operating conditions. In his processing center, Dutch mussel processor Krijn Verwijs relies on corrosion-resistant drive solutions from NORD. …

Decentralized drive concepts from NORD pave the way for the evolution of control architecture from the automation pyramid to intelligent automation networks. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has extended its successful NORDBLOC.1 series with a single stage gear unit. …

NORD offers reliable, safe and customized drive solutions for handling bulk materials - such as the motor swing base solution for a phosphate mine in Morocco. …

NORD Gear brings full portfolio of integrated baggage handling solutions …

Flexible, reliable and always available. You can rest assured knowing that your NORD product will be where you need it and when you need it. …

Reliable, rugged, networked and intelligent – NORD provides custom and Industry 4.0-ready drive solutions for parcel centers. …

At the 6th annual Technical Press Days event in Hamburg, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS presented its LogiDrive drive solution. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is developing cost-effective and reliable virtual sensor functionality for condition monitoring. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS equips its drive electronics with decentralized intelligence to take the load off a higher-level control unit and ensure optimal service. However, user-friendliness and energy efficiency are increasingly moving into the spotlight. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers many years of experience, comprehensive expertise and innovative solutions for the food and beverage industry. …

NORDBLOC.1 SIngle-Stage easily handles high thrust forces with heavy-duty capacity options for high speed pumping and mixing. …

Whether your application involves mixing, agitating, conveying or another high torque manufacturing process, reducing downtime is of the utmost importance. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS, a leader in drive technology, has engineered an industrial gear unit with 2,124,179 lb-in rated torque load and various application-specific features for a phosphate mine in Morocco. It is to date the largest system with a one-piece gear case. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has committed INR 45 mn (approx. 660,000 USD) to the expansion of its Indian subsidiary. The investment was used to establish a new service area at the NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Pvt. Ltd. facility in Pune. …

On the occasion of its tenth anniversary, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS S.A. de C.V. Mexico opened a new, larger assembly plant and office in Huimilpan, in the state of Querataro, Mexico. …

NORD Gear Corporation has expanded its MAXXDRIVE large industrial gear unit product line to include the case size 14. …

The Department of Energy’s revision to the 2007 EISA regulations’ requirements for minimum energy efficiency went into effect in June requiring most continuous duty, general purpose, commercial and industrial electric motors to be at least premium efficient. …

NORD Gear Corporation is now assembling our line of MAXXDRIVE™ large industrial gear drives at the Waunakee, WI plant. …

Producing fine chocolate requires a large amount of time spent stirring. In the conche alone, the chocolate is agitated for 18 hours. …

The Wuhan Iron and Steel Group (WISCO) operates a port in Wugang near the East China Sea that handles iron ore. The cranes and conveyor systems at the port must include highly reliable drives. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS AC vector drives up to 90 kW have been certified by Underwriters Laboratories of Canada. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS extends the successful large industrial gearbox product range by adding a new size with 140,136 lb-ft. output torque. The MAXXDRIVE® series now comprises nine sizes and covers torques from 224 to 2,196,000 lb-in. …

All NORD products offer heavy-duty construction and high quality precision machined components, and NORD’s overhead conveyors are no exception. …

Durable equipment that withstands a variety of harsh environments, sanitation solutions and high pressure wash downs is essential in the beverage industry. …

Eliminate uncontrolled starting and mechanical strain on your drive components with the SK135E/SK175E soft start drive family. …

NORD gearboxes are oil-tight, hygienic, and non-contaminating, which makes them ideal for mixing applications. …

NORD offers several variations of the VL heavy duty spread bearing designs, all which have specific features and advantages based on the specific mixing and agitating application requirements. …

In metal plants all over the world, NORD Drivesystems provides comprehensive drive solutions for every process. NORD systems are engineered to meet the industry requirements of today – and live up to requirements of the future. …

The NORD Screw Conveyor Package offers a compact and cost effective alternative to traditional screw conveyor drives.Closely stepped speed reduction ratios combined with a directly coupled gearmotor or NEMA C-face input design eliminates the need for top motor mounts, pulleys, belts or guards. …

NORD Gear Corporation's Sealed Surface Conversion (NSDtupH) protects aluminum alloy housings with an ulta-hard, scratch, and corrosion resistant surface that is a cost effective alternative to stainless steel. …

NORD Gear corporation's Smooth Surface Motor is now available for the North American market and for export to key global markets. NORD Smooth Surface Motors include both the HM and HMT series. …

Paired with AC Vector drives with smart control functionality, IE2 and IE3 standard asynchronous motors as well as permanent-magnet IE4 synchronous motors can deliver servo-level dynamics and agility. …

Power/mation, a high-tech automation distributor headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, recently recognized NORD Gear by presenting their Dynamic Partner Award for Product Innovation. …

In the Krijn Verwijs shellfish production center, rapid drive corrosion due to a saltwater atmosphere is a major concern. NORD aluminum alloy-housed gear drives, with the unique NSDtupH surface conversion system, provide an economical solution. …

For the past 50 years, NORD Gear Corporation, known globally as NORD Drivesystems, has introduced new practices in overcoming common problems. …

The next generation of premium efficient gearboxes from NORD Drivesystems has been released for the North American market. …

The complete world of drive technology at the tip of a finger: the new NORD DRIVESYSTEMS website has a new look and includes enhanced usability for mobile devices. …

Bargteheide – At the 2014 Hannover Fair, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS showcased high-efficiency drive solutions for conveying applications. NORD's compact, two-stage helical bevel gear units were combined with energy-saving motors. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS supplies versatile drive systems with a single operation concept for conveying tasks across all branches of industry. …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS presented a consistent drive concept for baggage handling in airports. …

At the inter airport Europe 2013 tradeshow, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS will show high-efficiency drive units for baggage handling systems combining two-stage helical-bevel gearboxes, energy-saving motors, and distributed frequency inverters. …