WEG strengthens its position in the oil & gas sector!

WEG has achieved approved supplier status for two global oil and gas companies, strengthening its position as a leading supplier to the industry. WEG, manufacturer of drive technology, automation equipment, power generation/ distribution solutions and electric motors, has been approved by Scandinavia’s Aker Solutions and Italy’s Eni S.p.A to deliver its reliable and energy efficient solutions, enabling customers to increase operational efficiencies and improve bottom-line results.

WEG has been categorised as a Level A supplier by Aker Solutions’ sourcing Supplier Qualification System. WEG earned a high score of 95 out of 100 on the Supplier Qualification System, which evaluates categories including quality management, health and safety, supply chain management, human resources, process management and operational results.

“We are delighted that we have been recognised as providing excellent solutions and have achieved approved supplier status with these two renowned global leaders in the oil and gas markets,” says Marek Lukaszczyk, European & Middle East Marketing Manager at WEG. “This status cements our position as an expert.”

WEG provides the highest levels of energy efficiency and protection in hazardous environments and its equipment is reliable in the harsh operating environments found in the oil and gas industry, from reservoir to production and through the life of a field.

WEG’s W22Xd flameproof motor meets worldwide standards and has recently achieved certification to meet European ATEX and International IECEx requirements. The WEG W22XdB/W22XdC and W22XdM flameproof motors are specially designed to meet the certification requirements for equipment installed in oil and gas and mining hazardous areas respectively.

WEG works with OEM pump suppliers and major oil and gas companies worldwide to help them realise energy cost savings and its optimised motors and drives provide energy efficient operation in some of the most arduous applications and prestigious offshore oil projects.