Electromagnetics

Celeroton Converter Designed for Ultra High-Speed Machines 

High-speed electric drives are becoming increasingly important in modern industrial and scientific applications—from turbo compressors and blowers to turbo expanders and high-speed spindles. To meet these requirements, Celeroton has completely overhauled an earlier model frequency converter, CC-230-3500, […]

e-Power Technology

Magtec e-Powertrains & Hybrid Systems Drive Innovation in Delivery and Rail Fleets 

Specializing in cutting-edge electric powertrain technology, Magtec is bringing innovative e-mobility solutions to delivery fleets and rail systems. Permanent-magnet motors and hybrid system development are keys to the British company’s latest advancements for fleet and transit operators.  Aiming toward […]

Materials/Manufacturing

Niron Sets Path to Establish Manufacturing of Rare Earth-Free Magnets 

Planning to be operational in 2027 at a 190,000-square-foot manufacturing plant now under construction in Minnesota, Niron Magnetics is striding forward on several fronts aimed at establishing commercial-level production of its rare earth-free magnets. It has plans for a second facility producing 10,000 tons annually in 2029. The company has attracted over $300 million in investments from commercial partners including Stellantis, General Motors, and Samsung.  […]

e-Power Technology

BMW’s Most Powerful e-Propulsion Skips Rare-Earth Magnets in the Rotor 

BMW is introducing its most powerful all-electric models yet, employing a new propulsion system design that does without rare-earth magnets in the rotor and doubles the number of excitation windings in the stator. Producing the highest output ever for an all-electric car from the BMW Group, the BMW i7 M70 xDrive marks another milestone for BMW in its electric mobility transformation becoming the company’s third performance model to have an all-electric drive system as represented in the new BMW 7 Series range.  […]