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  2. Technological Innovation

For WEG, technological innovation mainly concerns the development of new technologies, new products, materials, and tests aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing costs, improving quality, and reducing the raw materials used in products. This is how the company becomes more competitive, conquers new markets, remains sustainable, and contributes to the development of the planet.

In 2024, R$ 1.084 billion was invested in Research & Development. Learn more below about how technology is approached within WEG:

TDP (Technological Development Program)

At WEG, all ideas are organized and arranged by means of the WPQP (WEG Program of Quality and Productivity). Within that is the TDP (Technological Development Program), which gathers the innovation projects for new products and processes. Based on the Technological Strategic Planning, the various projects that will become part of the programs are defined.

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Investment in Research & Development

Creative people focused on innovation are essential for the evolution of products and processes. Therefore, WEG invests strongly in its Research & Development team, and in an environment oriented to encourage creativity.

Development Flow of WEG Products

From the generation of the idea to the success on the market

TECNOLOGIA MOTORES WEG EVOLUÇÃO

EFICIÊNCIA
DENSIDADE DE POTÊNCIA [kW/kg]
1960
0,13
1980
0,14~88%
1990
0,14~89,5%
2000IE2
0,15~90,2%

W21 AR Plus

2010IE4
0,15~95,1%

W22 Premium

2010IE4
0,30~96%

W22 Permanent Magnet

2013IE4
0,16~95,8%
2014IE5
0,30 (PM)~96,5%

W22 PM Ultra Premium

2019IE6
0,21 (PM)~97,6%

W50 Magnet

2021IE7
0,21~98,08%

Assynchronous Motors

2022IE9
0,21 (PM)~97,5%

Synchronous Motors

2024IE6
0,21 (PM)~97,5%

W23 Sync+

2024IE6
1,55 (PM)~97,5%

W80 AXgen

Maior eficiência

Maior eficiência

Menor consumo de energia

Menor consumo de energia

Coatings technology evolution

80's

CFW-I

Tecnologia AEG

1991

CFW-01

Primeiro inversor com TECNOLOGIA PRÓPRIA

1992

CFW-02

Micro inversor BT full digital totalmente microprocessado

1993

CFW-03

Inversor BT full digital para altas potências (até 150 HP / 132 kW)

1995

CFW-04

Primeiro microinversor BT WEG com IGBTs

1996

CFW-06

Primeira linha de inversor BT WEG com controle vetorial e certificações internacionais CE e UL

1997

CFW-07

Nova geração de microinversor BT

1998

Microline CFW-08

Geração de inversores BT ultra compacto

1999

Início do P&D de inversores MT em cooperação tecnológica com a Univ. Wuppertal – Alemanha

2000

CFW-09

System drive BT WEG controles U/f, VVW e vetorial. Capacidade de paralelismo para altas potências

2001

CFW-08

Inversor BT para aplicações gerais, filtro RFI interno e versão com alto grau de proteção

2004

CFW-10

Nova geração de microinversor BT. Compacto e excelente custo-benefício para aplicações simples

2004

MVW01

Primeiro inversor MT MVW01 - Inversor com braços de potência de média tensão à até 2.500 HP @ 4.160 V

2005

MVW01-C

Versão compacta do inversor MT até 1.000 HP @ 4.160 V

2007

CFW11

Nova geração de inversor BT para sistemas (system drive)

  • Interface gráfica
  • Ampla faixa de potência,
  • Versão modular que permite paralelismo
  • Versão regenerativa
  • Versão com sistema de refrigeração à ar ou água
2013

CFW500

Geração worldclass de inversor BT para aplicações gerais (general purpose)

2014

MVW3000

Inversor MT com IGBTs de baixa tensão ligados em série, mais competitivo para aplicações mais simples até 12.000 HP @ 13.800 V

2016

CFW300

Geração worldclass de microinversor BT (micro drive)

2017

MVW-01WC

Inversor MT com refrigeração a água para o mercado naval e offshore

2022

CFW900

Geração worldclass de inversor BT para sistemas (system drive)

2022

MVW-01EV

Inversor MT resistente a arco elétrico interno para o mercado O&G

2022

ADV200

Linha de inversores BT para sistemas de alta performance (metalurgia, papel & celulose, plástico e elevação de cargas)

2022

ADP200

Linha de inversores BT para aplicação de bombas hidráulicas

2022

ADL500

Linha de inversores BT para elevadores

2022

TPD32

Linha de conversores AC/DC

Learn more about WEG's technological innovations

WEG Inaugurates R&D Center in China

WEG Inaugurates R&D Center in China

The advanced testing laboratory spans 900 square meters and is dedicated to product research, design, and testing

WEG celebra a inovação e reconhece os colaboradores na 3° edição do WINVENT

WEG celebra a inovação e reconhece os colaboradores na 3° edição do WINVENT

O evento aconteceu durante a semana de Inovação 2023

WEG partners with MIT

WEG partners with MIT

Industrial relationship program seeks to develop technological innovation in partnership with one of the largest technology centers in the world

WEG premia 65 colaboradores na segunda edição do evento WINVENT

WEG premia 65 colaboradores na segunda edição do evento WINVENT

A cerimônia aconteceu durante a Semana da Inovação WEG, que também reconheceu e valorizou os colaboradores com iniciativas de intraempreendedorismo e inovação aberta

WEG promove workshop de inovação WINS Connect

WEG promove workshop de inovação WINS Connect

O evento reuniu mais de 50 colaboradores para conectar ideias e acelerar soluções

WEG realiza cerimônia de reconhecimento aos colaboradores que contribuem para inovação

WEG realiza cerimônia de reconhecimento aos colaboradores que contribuem para inovação

O evento WINVENT premiou ao todo 99 colaboradores

WEG and Engie Brasil Energia complete installation of the first national wind turbine

WEG and Engie Brasil Energia complete installation of the first national wind turbine

Wind turbine is part of the project for the first National Wind Turbine, which is intended to develop national technology and production chain for the manufacture and installation of large size equipment in the country

WEG sets a new standard for integrated drive motors with the W30Slim Smart EC

WEG sets a new standard for integrated drive motors with the W30Slim Smart EC

The most compact, lightweight and efficient solution on the market for air movement, and ready to go beyond

WEG é destaque no Prêmio Inovativos

WEG é destaque no Prêmio Inovativos

Companhia conquistou a categoria de Inteligência Industrial

WEG stands out with three cases at the 3rd Paint & Pintura Innovation & Sustainability Award

WEG stands out with three cases at the 3rd Paint & Pintura Innovation & Sustainability Award

Recognition highlights initiatives in liquid coatings, powder coatings and sustainability developed by WEG in Brazil and Argentina

WEG é destaque em duas categorias no 3º Prêmio Paint & Pintura Região Sul

WEG é destaque em duas categorias no 3º Prêmio Paint & Pintura Região Sul

Reconhecimento destaca a atuação da WEG no segmento de Tintas, com premiações em Indústria de Tintas Líquidas Industriais e Personalidade de Compras

WEG é eleita a melhor empresa do setor Mecânica no Prêmio Valor 1000

WEG é eleita a melhor empresa do setor Mecânica no Prêmio Valor 1000

Companhia é reconhecida pela excelência em resultados financeiros pela 12ª vez

WEG amplia portfólio de recarga para veículos elétricos com lançamentos apresentados na Intersolar South America 2026

WEG amplia portfólio de recarga para veículos elétricos com lançamentos apresentados na Intersolar South America 2026

Novidades expandem as opções de recarga residencial da linha WEMOB®, atendendo a diferentes perfis de consumidor e reforçando a presença da companhia na eletromobilidade nacional

WEG está entre as mais inovadoras do Brasil em 2026

WEG está entre as mais inovadoras do Brasil em 2026

Companhia conquista o 1º lugar no setor eletroeletrônico do Prêmio Valor Inovação Brasil 2026

WEG reforça seu protagonismo em tecnologias para a digitalização de subestações durante o SINTRE 2026

WEG reforça seu protagonismo em tecnologias para a digitalização de subestações durante o SINTRE 2026

Além da apresentação técnica, a WEG realizou a demonstração da solução WEG Substation Network Monitor, desenvolvida para o monitoramento contínuo das redes de comunicação de subestações digitais

WEG receives global recognition for innovation in the energy sector

WEG receives global recognition for innovation in the energy sector

Company receives the Global Award at Energy Summit 2026, the highest distinction of the awards, in addition to first place in the Impact Corporation category

WEG releases its 2025 Integrated Annual Report and highlights progress in sustainability

WEG releases its 2025 Integrated Annual Report and highlights progress in sustainability

Results reflect investments in innovation, people development, and consistent progress in ESG initiatives

WEG presents pathways for the energy transition at Hannover Messe 2026, the world’s largest industrial trade fair

WEG presents pathways for the energy transition at Hannover Messe 2026, the world’s largest industrial trade fair

Company showcases an integrated portfolio of solutions in automation, digitalization, energy efficiency and electrification

WEG launches Breesy® varnish for copper wire enameling with a focus on safety and Sustainability

WEG launches Breesy® varnish for copper wire enameling with a focus on safety and Sustainability

A product free of cresylic acid combines high technical performance, improved occupational environment, and reduced environmental impact

WEG Showcases Cutting-Edge Industrial AI Solutions at the Oracle Innovation Center

WEG Showcases Cutting-Edge Industrial AI Solutions at the Oracle Innovation Center

Collaboration reinforces both companies’ commitment to digital transformation, efficiency, and innovation across multiple sectors

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