Discover how to optimize your production processes with robust and hygienic drive solutions.
Why are stainless steel gear motors important for my application?
Compact gear motors with stainless steel gear and motor are essential in hygiene-sensitive areas such as the food and pharmaceutical industries. They offer superior corrosion resistance against aggressive cleaning agents and process media, preventing contamination and ensuring compliance with strict hygiene standards such as HACCP and EHEDG. This can increase the lifespan of your systems by over 30%.
What specific advantages does hygienic design offer with these motors?
A hygienic design, as provided by ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH for a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor , is characterized by smooth surfaces, the absence of cooling fins and dead spaces . This prevents bacteria accumulation und significantly reduces cleaning times by up to 25%. This allows you to meet the highest cleanliness requirements.
What does the protection class IP69K mean for stainless steel gear motors?
The protection class IP69K means that the gear motor is protected against water ingress during high-pressure and steam jet cleaning (up to 100 bar) , even at high temperatures. This is particularly important for applications that require intensive cleaning processes to ensure maximum hygiene , as in food processing.
Can ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH customize stainless steel gear motors to my specific needs?
Yes, ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH specializes in customized drive solutions. Thanks to our modular system design , we can realize millions of configurations for a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor . We offer customizations in shafts, flanges, integrated encoders, or brakes, even for small series, often with standard delivery times of 2-3 weeks..
What motor and gear variants are available in stainless steel?
ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH offers a wide range, including AC asynchronous motors (in the power range of 0.18 to 7.5 kW) and high-precision servo motors. For the gears, you can choose from planetary, bevel, worm, and spur gears in stainless steel. This variety allows for optimal adaptation to your requirements regarding torque, speed, and installation space..
How do compact stainless steel gear motors contribute to reducing total operating costs (TCO)?
Although the initial costs for a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor can be higher (often 20-50% over standard), these are compensated by lower total operating costs. This results from less maintenance, reduced downtime (reduction of up to 20%) and a longer lifespan (over 15,000 operating hours). Amortization is often possible within 18 months. For which industries are these specialized gear motors particularly suitable?
They are ideal for the
food and beverage industry, the pharmaceutical industry, the chemical industry and all other fields with high hygiene requirements or aggressive environmental conditions. Wherever und alle anderen Bereiche mit hohen Hygieneanforderungen oder aggressiven Umgebungsbedingungen. Überall dort, wo corrosion resistance, easy cleanability, and reliability are demanded, a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor shows its strengths.
What distinguishes ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH from other suppliers?
ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH is a system provider for the complete industrial drive train.We combine decades of experience with new expertise in servo motors. Our strengths include the modular system design for quick delivery times and variety of options, the ability to develop custom special solutions, a very good price-performance ratio and comprehensive technical consulting.
Compact gear motors with stainless steel gear and motor are essential for hygiene-sensitive industries, as they meet the highest cleanliness standards through materials such as AISI 316 and hygienic design, and can reduce cleaning times by up to 25%. Thanks to
Dank modular system designs, as provided by ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH, these stainless steel drives can be flexibly configured and quickly delivered (standard 2-3 weeks), which can shorten the time-to-market for machine builders by up to 4 weeks and ensures optimal performance through adapted motor and gear variants. The investment in high-quality stainless steel gear motors pays off through
significantly lower total operating costs (TCO) , resulting from reduced downtimes (up to 20%) , a, eine longer lifespan (over 15,000 operating hours) and reduced maintenance effort, which often allows amortization within 18 months. Discover the advantages of compact stainless steel gear motors for demanding industrial applications. From hygienic design to high performance – we show you what matters!Are you looking for a reliable and hygienic drive solution for your production facility? Compact stainless steel gear motors are the ideal choice for environments with the highest demands for cleanliness and corrosion resistance. Contact us for personalized advice and find the perfect solution for your requirements: Get in touch now!Do you need a tailored drive solution for your facility? We are happy to advise you!
Introduction to compact stainless steel gear motors
The role in modern industries Compact stainless steel gear motors are fundamental for hygiene-sensitive production lines and can reduce downtimes by up to 20%. A food manufacturer thus secured compliance with regulations and availability of equipment. Such drive solutions are often the key to success..
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What makes them special? Their compact design, the use of high-quality stainless steel (AISI 304/316), and specific design features make them suitable for demanding environments.
With aggressive cleaning, stainless steel solutions last for years, while standard drives often only survive for months. ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH offers comprehensive system solutions for this.
Ein compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor is characterized by the fact that both the gear and the motor housing are made from high-quality stainless steel, optimized for low installation space and high power density. An example of this is an installation width of only 150 mm with a torque of 50 Nm, as required in packaging machines. See our gears with stainless steel motors..Mastering material selection and hygiene requirements
The importance of stainless steel: AISI 304 vs. AISI 316
AISI 316 offers higher corrosion resistance than AISI 304, especially in chloride or acidic environments, which can increase lifespan by over 30%. A dairy reduced corrosion damage to its equipment significantly this way. For standard applications, AISI 304 is often sufficient. Options for these stainless steel drive units can be found in our stainless steel gears..
Hygienic design as a key
A hygienic design is key, especially for a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor, that is used in sensitive areas. It is characterized by smooth surfaces, the absence of dead spaces or cooling fins, which prevents bacteria accumulation and significantly shortens cleaning times (up to 25%). Rounded edges and polished surfaces (with a roughness of < 0.8 µm) are particularly important, for example in the pharmaceutical sector or according to EHEDG guidelines. IP69 gears are suitable for such requirements.
Sealing materials and compliance (HACCP/EHEDG)
High-quality sealing materials, such as Viton, withstand high temperatures and aggressive chemicals. They secure the IP protection class (e.g., IP69K) and ensure compliance with HACCP/EHEDG standards. A bottling operation ensures the tightness of its drives even after steam sterilization (at 120°C) and thus the product integrity.Understanding technical specifications and performance characteristics
Motor variants: AC, DC, and servo motors
The selection of motor variants is crucial when configuring a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor . AC asynchronous motors (in the power range of 0.18 to 7.5 kW) are a common choice for many applications; servo motors, on the other hand, offer the highest precision, ideal for tasks such as labeling with tolerances of +/- 0.1 mm. DC motors are particularly suitable for mobile or low-voltage applications. ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH underscores its servo motor expertise here. See Compact servo gear motors..
- AC asynchronous motors (0.18-7.5 kW) are a common choice for many applications of these stainless steel drives.
- Servo motors offer the highest precision, ideal for tasks such as labeling with tolerances of +/- 0.1 mm.
- DC motors are particularly suitable for mobile or low-voltage applications.
- Protection classes such as IP69K ensure operation even during intensive high-pressure cleaning (up to 1.5 kW power of the gear motor).
- Global applicability is ensured through a wide range of voltage options (from 24V DC to 400/460V AC).
- Planetary gears are characterized by high torque density (e.g., 200 Nm at only 60mm diameter).
- Bevel gears allow efficient power transmission at 90 degrees, while worm gears often provide self-locking and represent a cost-effective solution.
Protection classes and voltage options
Protection classes such as IP69K (up to 1.5 kW) protect the compact stainless steel drive during high-pressure cleaning (up to 100 bar); IP66 is intended for higher power levels. Voltages (from 24V DC to 400/460V AC) are globally available, highlighting the versatility of these drive solutions. Beverage fillers, for example, often use IP69K-protected stainless steel gear motors. Option: IP67 stainless steel gear motors..
Types of gear construction and their strengths.
Planetary gearboxes offer a high torque density (e.g. 200 Nm at 60mm diameter); bevel gearboxes allow for efficient 90° force redirection. Worm gears are often self-locking and present a cost-effective alternative. The choice of gearbox type depends on the specific requirements of the application. ATEK’s modular system allows for many configurations. Info on specific solutions: Miniature gearboxes.Optimize design aspects and functionality
Modular design for flexibility
ATEK’s modular system enables various gearbox-motor combinations to create the ideal compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor for each application; fast delivery (standard 2-3 weeks) is another advantage. Customized solutions without the usual special manufacturing costs or lead times are thus realizable. Example: A machinery manufacturer shortened its time-to-market by 4 weeks through the use of such a flexible drive solution made of stainless steel.
Integrated features: encoder, inverter, brakes
Integrated features like encoders for precise control (e.g. 1024 pulses/revolution) or frequency inverters for stepless speed adjustment directly at the motor (which saves valuable space in the control cabinet) increase the functionality of every compact gear motor with stainless steel gearbox and motor. Safety brakes reliably hold loads even in case of power failure. Robot grippers benefit from integrated encoders and brakes for precise positioning. Options: Gearboxes and motors from ATEK.
Special features: low noise, high torque, efficiency
Stainless steel gear motors can be designed to be particularly quiet (1000 Nm) are available. Efficiency ratings of over 90% (especially in bevel and planetary gears) contribute to reducing energy costs. In medical technology, for example, quiet drives are appreciated for patient comfort.Application areas and industries in focus
Food and pharmaceutical industry
In the food and pharmaceutical industry, a compact gear motor with stainless steel gearbox and motor is often the first choice, as strict hygiene regulations (FDA, EHEDG) and intensive cleaning cycles make stainless steel gear motors ideal for minimizing risks. Pharmaceutical companies report up to 15% shorter cleaning validation times through the use of dead-space-free drives. The standard here is often a compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor.
- Ideal for the food and pharmaceutical industries to comply with strict hygiene regulations (FDA, EHEDG), where a compact gear motor with stainless steel gearbox and motor shows its strengths.
- Such stainless steel drives minimize contamination risks and significantly shorten cleaning validation times, for example by 15% in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Indispensable in the beverage industry, where these gear motors must withstand aggressive cleaning agents and spilled acids.
- Find wide application in cosmetics production and large kitchens due to their hygienic properties and easy cleanability.
- AISI 316 stainless steel proves itself in the chemical industry when in contact with aggressive chemicals and corrosive environments, ensuring the longevity of the drive units.
- Suitable for offshore platforms and similar applications due to their outstanding corrosion resistance in saline environments.
- Enable longer maintenance intervals, for example, a 50% increase in maintenance intervals for soft drink fillers through the use of robust stainless steel gear motors.
Further hygiene applications
The benefits of these drive solutions are also evident in the beverage industry, cosmetics production, and large kitchens. Stainless steel resists acids, such as those that can occur with spilled carbonated drinks. A soft drink filler was able to extend its maintenance intervals by 50% through the use of such motors. Stainless steel IEC motors are frequently used here.
Chemical and petrochemical industry
AISI 316 stainless steel is the preferred choice for applications involving aggressive chemicals or in saline environments, such as found in the chemical industry or on offshore platforms that occur. A chemical company reports successful use in mixing and dosing systems, where the drives are constantly in contact with corrosives and achieve a lifespan of over 5 years.Selection criteria and cost-effectiveness assessment
Define the right selection criteria
Defining the right selection criteria is essential. Selecting a suitable drive takes into account performance, torque, speed, specific environmental conditions, and the required degree of protection (e.g. IP69K) to ensure longevity and safety. In fish processing, for example, AISI 316 stainless steel and protection class IP69K for saltwater environments and frequent high-pressure cleaning are essential. A compact gear motor with stainless steel gear and motor must meet these criteria.
Cost-effectiveness beyond the purchase price
Higher acquisition costs (often 20-50% above standard drives) for a compact gear motor with stainless steel gearbox and motor are often offset by significantly lower total operating costs (TCO) – due to less maintenance, reduced downtimes, and a longer lifespan. A dairy was able to achieve payback on these high-quality drive solutions in just 18 months. ATEK offers excellent value for money in this regard.
Lifespan and maintenance effort
Stainless steel gear motors are designed for continuous operation and can achieve a lifespan of over 15,000 operating hours with proper design and maintenance (regular inspection, possible lubricant change). The robust and corrosion-resistant design minimizes wear. There are examples of trouble-free operation for over 7 years in demanding food conveying systems.
A compact gear motor with stainless steel gearbox and motor represents an investment in reliability, hygiene, and longevity. These drive solutions are ideal for demanding environments and can improve productivity while reducing long-term costs. ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH is at your service for comprehensive advice and a suitable offer.
