Vem Motors supplier in Romania
Electric motors and generators
Founded in 1886 · Headquarters: Dresden, Germany
Who is Vem Motors and what does it make?
VEM is a German manufacturer of electric motors, generators and drive systems, headquartered in Dresden with roots going back to 1886. The range covers practically the whole spectrum of industrial power ratings, from small 0.06 kW motors to huge 100 MW/300 MVA electrical machines used in power plants and heavy industrial installations. For the Romanian market we can quote standard IEC motors, explosion-proof motors, brake motors and rolling mill roller motors from the VEM range.
What sets VEM apart is the large number of families dedicated to specific applications — motors for rail traction, main and auxiliary marine drives, wound rotor motors for high starting torques, water-cooled motors for high powers in compact spaces and open-ventilated IP23 motors for industrial halls. To these are added the VEMoDRIVE drive systems and VEMoDiAC condition monitoring, plus generators for wind, rail and marine applications.
For customers in heavy industry, energy, paper or water treatment, VEM means access to a range of German engineering with over a century of experience, useful above all where the standard IEC motor does not cover the environmental conditions or the power required.
What do we supply from the Vem Motors range?
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| Explosionsgeschützte Motoren (explosion-proof motors) | Electric motors certified for explosive atmospheres, built on the VEM standard IEC platform, for installations in chemicals, oil and gas or the processing of combustible dusts. |
| Schleifringläufermotoren (wound rotor motors) | Asynchronous wound rotor motors for high starting torques and the possibility of adjusting the starting current through a rheostat, used on machinery with high inertia such as crushers or mills. |
| IP23-Elektromotoren | IP23 protection class motors, open-ventilated, lighter and more compact than the IP55 variants, for clean halls where total dust protection is not needed. |
| Wassergekühlte Motoren (water-cooled motors) | Motors with water circuit cooling, for high powers in compact spaces where conventional air cooling would require a much larger motor. |
Why Vem Motors?
- An extremely wide power range, from 0.06 kW to 100 MW/300 MVA, covering both standard motors and very high-power electrical machines
- Over 20 dedicated families — explosion-proof motors, wound rotor motors, rolling mill roller motors, rail traction or marine drives
- Integrated VEMoDRIVE systems for drives and VEMoDiAC for monitoring motor condition in operation
- Dedicated generators for wind, rail transport and marine applications, not just motors
- Water-cooled motors for high powers where air cooling is not sufficient
- A history of over 135 years in electrical machine construction, with production sites at Wernigerode, Zwickau, Dresden and Thurm
Which Vem Motors codes and series are requested most often?
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Brandgasmotoren | motors for fire gas (smoke extraction) applications |
| Bremsmotoren | motors with integrated electromagnetic brake |
| Einbaumotoren | built-in motors without their own housing |
| Einphasenmotoren | low-power single-phase motors |
| Explosionsgeschützte Motoren | ATEX certified explosion-proof motors |
| Drehstrom-Asynchronmotoren | standard three-phase asynchronous motors |
| Fahrmotoren für Verkehrstechnik | traction motors for rail vehicles |
| Hauptantriebe für Schiffsanwendungen | main drives for ships |
| HighSpeed-Motor | high-speed motors |
| Hilfsantriebe für Schiffsanwendungen | auxiliary marine drives |
| Hilfsantriebe für Verkehrstechnik | auxiliary drives for rail transport |
| IEC-Normmotoren | IEC standardised motors |
| IP23-Elektromotoren | IP23 protection motors, open-ventilated |
| Motor-Getriebe-Einheiten | combined motor and gearbox units |
| Permanenterregte Synchronmotoren | permanent magnet synchronous motors |
| Rollgangsmotoren | motors for rolling mill rollers |
| Schleifringläufermotoren | wound rotor motors, high starting torque |
| Thruster für Schiffsanwendungen | thruster-type drives for ships |
| Transnormmotoren | Transnorm motor range; details are confirmed from the VEM documentation |
| VEMoDRIVE Compact | compact integrated drive system |
| VEMoCustom | motors customised to specific requirements |
| VEMoModular | modular motor platform |
| Wassergekühlte Motoren | water-circuit cooled motors |
| Asynchrongeneratoren | general-purpose asynchronous generators |
| Generatoren für Schiffsanwendungen | generators for marine applications |
| Generatoren für Public Transportation | generators for public transport and rolling stock |
| Windkraftgeneratoren | generators for wind turbines |
| VEMoDiAC | motor condition monitoring system |
Where is Vem Motors equipment used?
- Chemicals and gas — explosion-proof motors for process installations
- Power generation — high-power generators and motors for power plants
- Paper and pulp industry — robust drives for continuous lines
- Metals — motors for rolling mill rollers and heavy machinery
- Water and wastewater treatment — standard and explosion-proof motors for pumping stations
- Rail and marine transport — traction motors and shipboard drives
How do we supply Vem Motors in Romania?
For VEM we work from the manufacturer's technical documentation; we confirm availability in the quotation — our confirmations depend on the motor family requested and on availability. We source VEM motors to order through EU supply channels, usually within 1–4 weeks of order confirmation, depending on the power and configuration requested. For an accurate quotation we need the power in kW, the speed, the supply voltage, the protection class and, where relevant, the ATEX certification required. We do not promise warehouse availability for any family in the range.
Availability from stock of a particular size or configuration is checked individually, especially for very high-power machines.
Frequently asked questions about Vem Motors
What range of motors does VEM Motors make?
VEM Motors makes electric motors from 0.06 kW to 100 MW/300 MVA, generators for wind, marine and rail, plus VEMoDRIVE drive systems and VEMoDiAC monitoring. The range includes over 20 dedicated families, from explosion-proof motors to wound rotor motors for high starting torques.
What lead time do you offer in Romania for VEM Motors motors?
We source VEM Motors motors to order through EU supply channels, usually within 1–4 weeks of order confirmation, depending on availability at the factory in Germany and the configuration requested.
What data should I send for a VEM motor quotation?
You need to specify the power in kW, the speed, the supply voltage, the protection class (IP23 or IP55), and whether the application requires ATEX explosion-proof certification or a wound rotor for high starting torque.
What explosion-proof motors does VEM offer?
VEM offers the Explosionsgeschützte Motoren family, built on its standard IEC platform; the correct choice depends on the hazard zone and the power required.
Does VEM also make generators, not just motors?
Yes, VEM has a separate generator line — asynchronous, for marine applications, for public transport and rolling stock, and generators for wind turbines, distinct from the range of electric motors.
How do I request a Vem Motors quotation?
Send the Vem Motors code from the nameplate and the quantity; we reply in English with availability and the lead time written in the quotation.
Request a quoteUpdated: 12 November 2026 · Sources: VEM Group, VEM motors GmbH (manufacturer documentation)