WEG Africa

WEG Africa Founded in 1961, WEG has grown into a global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies.

WEG is one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. WEG has a longstanding 40-year presence in the African region with its headquarters strategically located in Johannesburg. The company effectively serves the Sub-Saharan Africa Market through a network of ten commercial offices and four manufacturing facilities. This well-established

infrastructure enables WEG to cater to a broad spectrum of clients across the continent, operating in over 24 countries. Moreover, the company takes pride in its commitment to fostering local representation in each of these countries, further enhancing its capacity to deliver tailored and responsive solutions to its diverse clientele in Africa. Committed to growth on a global scale, WEG continually invests in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and processes and the development of new and improved industrial electrical solutions. WEG offers a diverse scope of products including electric motors, drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, steam turbines, complete gensets, solar, wind turbines, generators and custom solutions.

19/06/2026

The case for residential solar in South Africa has never been more straightforward. According to the CSIR, electricity tariffs have risen by 190% since 2014 – and the trajectory shows no sign of reversing. For homeowners, the question is no longer whether to invest in solar. It is how to do it correctly.

A solar system is only as good as the installer behind it. Poorly specified or incorrectly installed systems routinely underperform against projected savings – and the cost of fixing them often exceeds what was saved in the first place.

WEG residential solar solutions are supplied and installed exclusively through a network of certified systems integrators, trained and accredited by WEG to ensure every system is designed around your actual energy needs and installed to the highest standard. Behind every installation: a 10-year product warranty and local support that remains accountable long after the job is done.

Find a WEG authorised installer in your area: https://bit.ly/4b01FQm

17/06/2026

A stronger partnership. More solutions. Greater value for you.
Join us as we prepare to celebrate an exciting new chapter between WHT Solutions and WEG.

Join us at our Open Day featuring product demonstrations, networking opportunities and industry-leading solutions.

📅 18 June 2026
⏰ 14:00
📍 Riverside Industrial, Nelspruit

15/06/2026

In your cement or industrial operation, how often does LV panel infrastructure become a bottleneck – and is your current setup designed around your actual load profile or an estimate made years ago?

Low voltage panels are the distribution backbone of a cement plant's electrical system. They connect the power supply to the motors, drives, and control systems that keep production running – and when they're undersized, poorly specified, or ageing, the consequences show up as tripped breakers, voltage drops, and unplanned stops across the plant.

WEG's LV panel range is locally manufactured to WEG's global quality standards, designed around the specific load requirements of the application, and built to integrate cleanly with the rest of the electrical system. The result is a distribution backbone that supports the plant rather than constraining it.

Explore WEG LV panel solutions: https://bit.ly/43Biptm

12/06/2026

Building a brick and mortar substation on an industrial site takes time, capital, and civil infrastructure that isn't always available. In cement production – where plant expansion, relocation, or upgrade timelines are tight – that approach often creates more risk than it resolves.

WEG E-houses are pre-manufactured, factory-tested electrical substations that arrive on site ready for connection. Built locally in South Africa to WEG's global quality standards, they house all the electrical equipment a cement plant needs – MV switchgear, LV variable speed drives, MCCs, PLCs, and control systems – in a single, integrated, weatherproof structure.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀:
• Pre-assembled and tested before delivery – no electrical surprises on site
• Eliminates the need for extensive civil infrastructure or building construction
• Customised to the specific electrical requirements of the application
• Locally manufactured in South Africa with up to 70% local content

Supported by WEG's local engineering and service team across the continent

Speak to our experts: https://bit.ly/4fCam6I

11/06/2026

For commercial and industrial businesses in Africa, solar has moved from a load-shedding contingency to a core part of energy strategy. The shift isn't just about backup power – it's about reducing dependence on an unpredictable grid, lowering the cost of energy at scale, and investing in infrastructure that pays back over the long term.

The businesses seeing the strongest returns from solar aren't the ones who installed the cheapest system. They're the ones who invested in the right system – correctly specified for their actual load profile, integrated with storage that matches their operational demands, and supported by a supplier with the depth to back it up after installation.

WEG's C&I solar range is built around that standard. Tier 1 modules, modular storage from 10 kWh to 7.2 MWh, smart monitoring for real-time visibility, and a single supplier warranty backed by a local authorised installer network that remains accountable for performance long after commissioning.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4v5YrTF

08/06/2026

In cement production, the drivetrain is the operation. Conveyors, kilns, mills, and crushers all depend on geared systems that can handle high torque loads, continuous duty cycles, and the abrasive, dusty conditions that define the industry. When a gearbox fails, it doesn't just stop a machine – it stops production.

WEG's WG20 geared motor range is the first developed entirely in-house at WEG – engineered as a complete, integrated system for consistent quality across every component. With helical, parallel shaft, and helical bevel configurations, the WG20 delivers the torque, ratio range, and service life that cement applications demand.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀:
undefinedDeveloped entirely in-house at WEG for consistent quality
Helical, parallel shaft, and helical bevel configurations for diverse cement applications
Cast iron housings engineered for heavy-duty industrial environments
Optimised gear tooth geometry for smooth, quiet, long-life operation
Standard mounting dimensions for direct integration into existing systems

Explore the WEG WG20 geared motor range: https://bit.ly/4fxeiWh

05/06/2026

Are the motors running in your cement or industrial operation already MEPS compliant – or are you managing assets that are heading for regulatory obsolescence?

Minimum Energy Performance Standards are raising the efficiency bar for electric motors across South Africa. With IE3 now the applicable standard for a wide range of LV motor applications under VC 9113, the time to plan replacements is before a failure forces the decision.

In industries that run continuously – like cement production – every motor running below the IE3 standard is costing more in energy than it should. Upgrading to WEG IE3 or IE4 motors isn't just a compliance exercise. It's a measurable operational improvement that shows up on energy bills, maintenance schedules, and production continuity.

See the full WEG MEPS-compliant motor range: https://bit.ly/3SkhSJG

01/06/2026

Cement production places some of the most demanding requirements on electric motors in any industry. Crushers, mills, conveyors, fans, and pumps run continuously under heavy load in environments defined by high dust levels, elevated temperatures, and relentless operating cycles.

WEG's W22 IE3 and IE4 severe duty motors are built for exactly these conditions – with cast iron frames, robust sealing, and operating characteristics engineered to handle the load profiles and environmental demands of cement production without compromising on efficiency or reliability.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀:
- Cast iron frame construction for maximum robustness in harsh environments
- IE3 premium and IE4 super premium efficiency levels under IEC 60034-30-1
- Suitable for fixed and variable speed duty on fans, pumps, compressors, and mills
- Lower operating temperatures and reduced noise levels extend service life
- MEPS compliant under VC 9113

Contact us to find out more: https://bit.ly/4dXvf9Q

30/05/2026

As Africa Month draws to a close, the conversation about the continent's energy future doesn't stop.

Africa's progress depends on reliable, efficient, and sustainable power infrastructure – and the gap between where the continent is today and where it needs to be is still significant. Closing that gap requires investment, engineering capability, and long-term commitment from the companies operating here.

WEG has been part of Africa's industrial and energy landscape for 45 years. That presence isn't incidental – it's a deliberate choice to invest in the continent, build local capability, and support the operations and infrastructure that power Africa's economies.
The work that Africa Month honours is the same work we show up for every day.

Here's to Africa's progress. And to the work still ahead.

29/05/2026

In your operation, how closely are you monitoring power factor – and have you quantified what poor power factor is actually costing you in demand charges and system inefficiency?

Reactive demand is one of the most overlooked cost drivers in industrial and commercial electrical systems. Poor power factor increases current draw, raises demand charges, reduces the capacity of cables and switchgear, and puts unnecessary stress on equipment – all without showing up obviously on a production report.

WEG's power factor correction capacitors and SRW01 smart relays address this directly. Power factor correction reduces reactive demand at the source, while intelligent motor protection through the SRW01 gives operators real-time visibility and control over motor performance and system health.

Together, they turn a passive cost into an actively managed one – and the economics of doing so are usually straightforward once the baseline has been measured properly.

Review your power factor situation and motor protection strategy with our team: https://bit.ly/3PGxRB5

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