Copper Motor Rotor Commercialized - Commercial production of die-cast copper motor rotors for industrial applications has begun. SEW Eurodrive of Bruchsal, Germany, is selling a select line of its motors that capitalize on the rotors and offer price-competitive high-efficiency. It is the first company, worldwide, to bring the technology to market. MORE >> The Die-Cast Copper Motor Rotor Is a Commercial Reality By Dr. John G. Cowie, Copper Development Association Inc. The die-casting technology developed by the copper industry is now in commercial use and proving to be a robust process. Although still in early production, this new manufacturing process is confirming our development team's analysis that it is an economical method to manufacture copper rotors that significantly improves motor efficiency. Motors with cast copper rotors are now sold commercially by an innovative motor manufacturer, SEW Eurodrive. We believe more companies will make similar new-product announcements within a few months. MORE >>

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