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NORD’s reliable solutions are engineered to withstand the harsh ambient conditions in the bulk goods industry and feature a high level of versatility to precisely meet application demands. Learn More …

NORD provides complete drive solutions for the entire packaging process from filling and sealing machines to palletizing and wrapping systems in end-of-the-line packaging. Learn More …

Following the successful launch of their smooth surface IE5+ synchronous motors, NORD is releasing a new design and larger frame sizes to expand their high-efficiency electric motor portfolio. Learn More …

NORD’s nsd tupH sealed conversion system delivers an easy to clean surface optimized for harsh processing and manufacturing environments. Learn More …

Improved design offers added value with increased configurability and minimal maintenance. Learn More …

The promotion runs from July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023 and is valid for qualifying orders placed through their online shop. Learn More …

The new building will have assembly and office space totaling over 85,000 sq. ft. and is expected to begin assembling gear units by the end of June 2023. Learn More …

Innovative system utilizes heat generated from production machinery for climate control and water heating throughout NORD manufacturing facility. Learn More …

NORD’s latest airport technology includes the high efficiency IE5+ product portfolio and standardized LogiDrive complete drive solution. Learn More …

The use of decentralized drive solutions with asynchronous motors can achieve cost benefits of up to 50% while providing a more compact footprint and high-efficiency operation. Learn More …

For more than 40 years, NORD has been developing electronic control products and is one of the pioneers of innovative variable frequency drive technology. Learn More …

The company’s efforts to reconcile economic efficiency and sustainability have seen them achieve rankings in the top six percent of manufacturers in the industry assessed by EcoVadis. Learn More …

Growing tourism community in Oregon finds dependability, affordability, and sustainability in NORD drive solutions for facility upgrade. Learn More …

AD Process Equipment turned to their long-time supplier to help develop its revamped line of belt coating machines. Learn More …

NORD will be at ProMat 2023 held in Chicago, IL March 20-23 to showcase their latest supply chain technology and system solutions. Learn More …

NORD’s construction industry solutions include heavy-duty MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units, versatile helical bevel gear units, robust parallel shaft gear units, and efficient electric motors. Learn More …

The drive system manufacturer will be displaying their modular line of gear units, industrial gear units, electric motors, and electronic control products at the annual GEAPS Exchange February 25 – 28, 2023 in Kansas City, MO. Learn More …

After achieving record sales in 2021, the drive technology leader continues to find success and surpass their previous goals. Learn More …

NORD’s poultry and meat industry solutions include hygienic, compact gear units, high-efficiency electric motors, and precise electronic control products with a variety of surface protection options for wash-down environments. Learn More …

NORD’s modular system of gear units, motors, and variable frequency drives work in unison to transport items efficiently and safely across all intralogistics and warehouse systems. Learn More …

Since 2014, OCC Systems and NORD DRIVESYSTEMS have teamed up to supply hundreds of Torque Arm Conveyor Drives to automakers in North America. Learn More …

NORD’s solutions include heavy-duty industrial gear units, electric motors, and intelligently controlled variable frequency drives. Learn More …

Harrison Poultry selected NORD DRIVESYSTEMS to be the main gearmotor supplier for its $52 million state-of-the-art feed mill in Crawfordville, Georgia. Learn More …

The worldwide industry provider designs, engineers, and manufactures highly configurable solutions for check-in, sorting, high-speed transport, baggage reclaim, and more. Learn More …

NORD will feature their IE5+ product portfolio consisting of DuoDrive integrated gear unit/motors, IE5+ ultra-high-efficiency synchronous motors, and NORDAC ON/ON+ intelligent variable frequency drives. Learn More …

The new MAXXDRIVE XD series expands on NORD’s powerful MAXXDRIVE IGU offering with an extended center distance developed specifically for the demands of industrial cranes and hoists. Learn More …

NORD’s online tools provide customers with a convenient, service-friendly online experience and up-to-the-minute status information. Learn More …

NORD’s specialized drive solutions are designed to withstand harsh wastewater treatment environments while providing functional safety and a long service life. Learn More …

The modular system is engineered to be maintenance-friendly, cost effective, and energy efficient even with partial load ranges and low speeds. Learn More …

Even under demanding electrical and mechanical loads, NORD drive solutions ensure top performance and safe operation. Learn More …

Reliable, highly configurable drive solutions from NORD adhere to the strict hygienic requirements of food and beverage operations. Learn More …

Innovative solutions focus on high system availability, energy efficiency, intelligent control, and reduction of variants. Learn More …

NORD to showcase the new IE5+ high efficiency product portfolio and other innovative airport technology solutions. Learn More …

NORD’s parallel axis and right-angle IGUs are powerful and reliable with up to 2,495,900 lb-in of torque, ratios from 5.54 – 30,000:1, and 2.5 – 8,075 HP. They are low maintenance, ensure a long service life, and are highly adaptable to fluctuating ambient conditions. Learn More …

NORD’s nsd tupH sealed surface treatment is available as an option with a variety of their modular products and provides an easy to clean surface suited for harsh processing and manufacturing environments.
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NORD’s drive solutions for the post and parcel industry focus on energy efficiency, variant reduction, and low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Learn More …

Company set to feature their modular lines of gear units, industrial gear units, electric motors, and controls in Kansas City, Missouri, March 26th - 29th, 2022. Learn More …

NORD will be at MODEX 2022 in Atlanta, GA showcasing their latest drive technology including their groundbreaking IE5+ synchronous motors, DuoDrive, and NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives. Learn More …

Company had an impressive 2021 with the launch of four new products, comprehensive investments, and double-digit sales increases. Learn More …

NORD’s new 3 HP and 4 HP motors are service friendly, have an optimized design that is ready to meet the worldwide demand for energy efficient drives. Learn More …

NORD’s condition monitoring solution focuses on status-based maintenance to increase service life of components and machines, predict undesirable operating conditions, and reduce unplanned downtimes, service costs, and material costs. Learn More …

From production to processing, as well as packaging applications, NORD’s drive systems are built for long service life and high performance. Learn More …

The NORDAC PRO SK 500P variable frequency drive family welcomes two additional frame sizes to offer even greater performance, precision, and range of functionality. Learn More …

Incorporation of new functions with decentralized drive technology provides additional safety for NORD drive systems. Learn More …

NORD’s introduction of the DuoDrive integrated gear unit and motor, IE5+ synchronous motors, and NORDAC ON/ON+ variable frequency drives add to their intelligent drive solutions that satisfy the specific demands of the airport industry. Learn More …

Compact, energy efficient drive systems from NORD are designed to be precisely positioned, reduce variants and maintenance, and lower Total Cost of Ownership for packaging systems. Learn More …

Increased configurability and improved design offer added value and minimal maintenance. Learn More …

NORDAC FLEX variable frequency drives from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are extremely versatile, offer a wide power range, and are very economical. The SK 205E series has been specially designed for use with airport baggage transport systems, conveyor systems in parcel distribution centers and warehouses, as well as other intralogistics applications.
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NORD to showcase their new energy-efficient packaging solutions including the new DuoDrive integrated gear units, IE5+ synchronous motors, NORDAC ON/ON+ and SK500P variable frequency drives, and rugged, compact CLINCHER gear units. Learn More …

Drive solution leader provides highly configurable gear units, electric motors, and variable frequency drives for precise control of conveyor systems, sortation devices, and more. Learn More …

Safe, reliable, and efficient drive systems from NORD are ideal for bulk material handling systems that need to perform in demanding environments. Learn More …

NORD’s redesigned line of small CLINCHER parallel gear units showcase increased power and torque capacity for a variety of applications. These re-engineered versions will be replacing the existing SK0182NB, 0282NB, and 1382NB units. They are lightweight, have improved heat dissipation, are more cost-effective, and are available with NORD nsd tupH™ sealed surface conversion for wash-down and extreme environments. Learn More …

NORD provides the grain industry with safe, reliable, and efficient drive systems solutions that are built for performance and meet the requirements of grain production processes. Learn More …

NORD will be exhibiting at the 93rd Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada from July 11th – 13th. Located at Booth 813, they will be highlighting their airport technology solutions including drive systems for check-in, sorting, high-speed transport, baggage handling, and more. Learn More …

NORD’s Condition Monitoring solution utilizes the internal PLC within their variable frequency drives to integrate drive-related actuators and sensors into a system, detecting undesired operating conditions at an early stage to avoid critical system problems and costly downtime. Learn More …

Rugged, reliable, and thermally optimized, NORD’s industrial gear units are ready to take on the most demanding industrial drive technology requirements. Learn More …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS doesn’t let challenges slow their customers down. With project experience in over 100 global industries, and nearly 20,000,000 standard product configurations, NORD keeps the world moving with its reliable, versatile drive systems. Learn More …

Learn about Celi Invest’s cow brushes powered by NORD’s NORDBLOC.1® helical gearboxes with NORDAC BASE variable frequency drives to ensure optimum performance and smart technology with automatic start, stop, and reverse.
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Innovative digital show format to run concurrently with ProMatDX to give attendees a uniquely-designed product overview showcasing the breadth of NORD’s capabilities. Learn More …

With the new high-efficiency portfolio consisting of DuoDrive, NORDAC ON/ON+ and IE5+ synchronous motor, NORD heralds a new era of drive technology. This is what the managing partners Jutta Humbert and Ullrich Küchenmeister say. Learn More …

For more than 30 years, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has been developing and manufacturing innovative drive electronics and is a pioneer of this technology. Their portfolio includes motor starters and variable frequency drives of up to 30 HP for decentralized applications and up to 200 HP for control cabinets – characterized by scalable functions, high precision regulation, easy installation, and reliable operation. Different power classes, mounting options, and communication modules ensure integration into all control architectures. Learn More …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers full-featured drive solutions that can tackle the toughest requirements in the poultry industry, including applications from processing to packaging. Learn More …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is a global leader in complete drive solutions for food and beverage industries worldwide. This includes processing to packaging and every step in between. NORD is dedicated to serving a wide array of food industries including bakery, dairy, meat, poultry, and many more. Learn More …

With its lightweight, corrosion-resistant gear units, smooth surface motors, and variable frequency drives, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is a powerful partner for the baking industry. The company’s strong, reliable drive solutions for mixing and agitation processes further extend the drive technology specialist's product portfolio. Learn More …

The NORD website, www.nord.com , has been comprehensively redesigned. With this new update, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers its customers an even more service-friendly and highly beneficial online experience. The shop has now been integrated into the website and is closely linked with existing service offers. Several other detail improvements also ensure better usability.
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NORD has announced the release of their most efficient motors to date. The new IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are extremely energy efficient and compact for demanding conveying applications, with smooth surfaces that also make them an ideal choice in washdown and other harsh or highly-regulated environments. Learn More …

The right drive selection delivers long-term benefits to your bottom line. The NORD ECO service will help you identify the most energy-efficient units for your application. Learn More …

New products include condition monitoring for predictive maintenance and IE5+ Ultra-Premium High Efficiency synchronous motors. Learn More …

Even in case of emergency, you can rely on the service and delivery availability of NORD DRIVESYSTEMS. When Fine Lady Bakeries, the Banbury based British bakery producer, needed to replace a failed, but vital gear unit in the proofing cabinet, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS managed to rapidly supply a gear unit with a specifically designed and manufactured special shaft from the NORD standard range. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

Optimum coatings and paints protect the surfaces of NORD drive systems and ensure an aesthetic and uniform appearance of the system and the company. NORD uses the latest generation of high-solid paints which considerably reduces the emission of solvents during paintwork far below the legally required limits. This kind of paintwork is getting new designations while technical properties remain unchanged. Learn More …

Two-stage MAXXDRIVE XT right-angle gear units from NORD are ideal for belt conveyor systems in heavy-duty applications. Learn More …

The stage technicians from DTS2 in Groningen are specialised in the theatre automation, and in cooperation with NORD DRIVESYSTEMS they have modernised the stage technology of the Theater aan het Spui located in the centre of The Hague. The entire overhead machinery with all traverses, lighting bridges and pulling equipment had to be installed at a minimum space below the ceiling. Learn More …

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

The new energy-efficient IE5+ motors with nsd tupH surface treatment offer clear advantages for OEMs and end customers in the food and beverage industry. They are clean, durable and easy to clean, providing efficiency on a whole new level and offering advantages in terms of engineering effort and TCO. Learn More …

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

The Swedish manufacturer Comeco has revised the drive concept of its rebar bending machines & equips this next gen equipment with electric drives from NORD. Learn More …

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

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. Learn More …

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. Learn 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 railway tunnels for the "London Crossrail". Learn More …

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

For more than 8 years, NORD has supplied the French manufacturer of wine pumps, CAZAUX ROTORFLEX, with drive systems for their patented rotary lobe pumps. Learn More …

Company planning and development stays the course in 2020. Learn More …

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

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. Learn More …

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has launched the NORDAC® PRO SK 500P, a state-of-the-art control cabinet VFD with ultimate functionality, connectivity & modularity. Learn More …

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

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

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

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

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. Learn More …

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

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

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

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

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

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. Learn More …

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

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

Online course will provide training on grain elevator equipment maintenance Learn More …

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

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

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

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. Learn More …

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 . Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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

What Is a Gearmotor and What Are Its Uses? Find out Here! Learn More …

Electric Motors, Gear Motors, Gear Units and Inverters From NORD. Learn More …

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

Worm, Spiral Helical Bevel and Helical Inline Gear Motors Learn More …

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

Working with NORD has never been easier with the MyNORD Customer Portal. Learn More …

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

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. Learn More …

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

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. Learn More …

NORD demonstrates breakthrough stainless steel alternative Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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

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

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

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. Learn More …

NORD Gear brings full portfolio of integrated baggage handling solutions Learn More …

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

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. Learn More …

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

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

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. Learn More …

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

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

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

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

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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

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

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. Learn More …

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. Learn More …

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