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New From SEW-EURODRIVE: WES Series Stainless Steel Drives

March 11, 2025

New From SEW-EURODRIVE: WES Series Stainless Steel Drives

SEW-EURODRIVE is proud to introduce the WES Series stainless steel gear unit, a compact, hygienic drive solution that runs cool – even under continuous operation. Unlike worm gear units that overheat, the WES Series integrates SPIROPLAN® right-angle gearing, ensuring smooth, reliable performance without excessive heat buildup.

Designed for food, beverage, and other hygienic applications, the WES Series is corrosion-resistant, easy to clean, and rated for high-pressure washdowns.

Key Advantages:

Compact & Efficient

  • No cooling fan, no hygiene risk—ideal for clean environments.

Always Runs Cool – Safe & Reliable

  • SPIROPLAN® gearing minimizes friction, reducing heat compared to worm gear units.
  • No burn hazards, ensuring worker and product safety.

Hygienic & Washdown-Ready

  • Rated for aggressive cleaning agents and washdown environments.
  • Seamless, smooth surface prevents bacteria buildup.

Durable & Low Maintenance

  • High-efficiency gearing and lubrication systems extend service life.
  • Lightweight, compact design for easy integration into processing lines.

Built for Clean, Demanding Environments & Safety
“The WES Series is a breakthrough for industries needing a stainless steel gear unit that stays cool, clean, and reliable,” says Tom Ellis, Industry Account Specialist at SEW-EURODRIVE. “By integrating SPIROPLAN® right-angle gearing, we’ve created a solution that outperforms traditional gear units in hygiene-sensitive applications.”

Industries Served:

  • Food & Beverage Processing – Bottling, packaging, and conveyor systems.
  • Pharmaceutical & Cleanroom – Contamination-free motion solutions.
  • Chemical & Washdown – Corrosion-resistant, sealed for extreme conditions.

Experience the Cool, Hygienic Advantage
The WES Series stainless steel gear unit is the ultimate choice for hygienic, continuous-duty applications where heat, contamination, and reliability matter.

About SEW-EURODRIVE

Founded in 1931 in Bruchsal, Germany, SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in Industrial Automation, with operations in over 50 countries, 17 manufacturing plants, 92 assembly facilities, and more than 21,000 employees. The company holds over 1,000 patents, continuously driving technological advancements in gearmotors, frequency inverters, servo drives, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides engineered solutions in countless industries, including automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, mining, steel, logistics, energy, and more, providing customized automation solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Despite its global reach, SEW-EURODRIVE remains family-owned, ensuring long-term vision, strong values, and a commitment to excellence.

SEW-EURODRIVE. Driving the World™

More Information

For more information, visit www.seweurodrive.com

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