Electric Motors

Motors, Gearboxes and Drives provide electric power for machinery and equipment. The category includes electric motors, geared motors, gearboxes, frequency converters, soft starters and electrical controls, together with design, modification and repair services.

An electric motor converts electrical energy into mechanical movement. A gearbox changes speed and torque, while a frequency converter controls motor operation. ERIKS can design, build, modify, supply, repair or replace enclosed drive systems.

The drives are used in machinery, production equipment and complete electrical installations. On-site services include vibration measurement and analysis, alignment, thermography and power measurement. New products can be installed and commissioned, while standard motors can be modified into application-specific drives.

Define the required motor type, power, speed and torque. Then decide whether the application needs a geared motor, separate gearbox, frequency converter or soft starter. Also check voltage and frequency, shaft and flange dimensions, protection rating, encoder or brake mounting, and the choice between overhaul, repair and replacement.

Key attributes are motor type, power, speed, torque, voltage, frequency, shaft and flange dimensions, protection rating, and encoder or brake connection.

Frequently asked questions

Use a frequency converter when the application requires control of motor operation. Match it to motor power, voltage, frequency and required speed, and check how the converter will be integrated into the electrical installation.

A geared motor combines an electric motor and gearbox where speed and torque must be changed together. Define the required output speed, torque, shaft and flange dimensions, and installation conditions.

A standard motor can be modified for a different voltage or frequency, special shaft and flange dimensions, a higher protection rating, special coating, and encoder or brake mounting. Match each modification to the installation and operating environment.

Assess energy consumption, standardisation, power measurement, fault indication, service life, reliability and the options for repair or overhaul. Use these factors to make an informed technical choice between restoration and a new motor.