ABB India expands flameproof motor portfolio for hazardous operations
ABB India today announced the expansion of its low voltage flameproof motor portfolio, introducing larger models with power outputs ranging from 37kW to 500kW. The new motors, manufactured at the company’s Bengaluru facility, are specifically designed for industries operating in potentially explosive environments such as Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceutical, and Food & Beverage sectors.
The shares of ABB India Limited were trading at ₹5,177.95, down by ₹63.95 or 1.22 per cent on the NSE today at 12.01 pm.
The extended range includes frame sizes 280-355 and is certified for gas groups IIA, IIB, and IIC, complying with PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization) certification requirements. The motors feature pressure-tested enclosures to prevent flame propagation in case of internal explosions and can operate in temperatures between -20°C to +60°C.
Available in IE2, IE3, and IE4 efficiency classes, the motors are engineered to optimise performance while reducing energy consumption. The launch completes ABB India’s flameproof motor range, which now spans from 0.18kW to 500kW.
Sanjeev Arora, President of Motion Business at ABB India, emphasised that the new range combines advanced flameproof technology with superior performance while ensuring compliance with global standards. The company has supplied over 500,000 motors globally for use in potentially explosive environments, reinforcing its position in providing solutions for hazardous operations.
