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NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Products from China
Independent sourcing · Gear motors, MAXXDRIVE & NORDAC drives
We source genuine NORD drive systems through our authorized distributor network in China. UNICASE gear motors (SK series), NORDBLOC.1 compact gear motors, parallel-shaft gear motors, MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units, and NORDAC variable frequency drives (SK 200E FLEX / SK 500E PRO) for conveyor, intralogistics, mining, and food processing applications worldwide.
[ About NORD ]
German engineering for industrial drive systems
Getriebebau NORD GmbH & Co. KG is a German engineering company founded in 1965, headquartered in Bargteheide near Hamburg. NORD delivers complete drive solutions — gear units, motors, and electronic controls — from a single source, serving customers in more than 100 countries.
NORD is best known for its UNICASE gear unit design: a one-piece housing that eliminates housing splits, improves sealing, and extends service life. The motor range covers 0.12–55 kW at 400V/50Hz with IE2, IE3, IE4, and IE5+ efficiency classes, meeting global energy efficiency regulations in Europe (EU 2019/1781), China (GB 18613-2020), North America (EISA), and Australia (GEMS Act).
Applications include conveyor and intralogistics systems, food and beverage processing, packaging machinery, and agitators — wherever long service intervals and reliable sealing are critical.
[ Made in China ]
NORD manufacturing in China
NORD operates manufacturing in China producing gear motors and components for the local market and export across the Asia-Pacific region. NORD China holds China Compulsory Certification (CCC) and meets GB 18613-2020 Grade 3 (IE3) — the mandatory efficiency standard for motors sold in China — making motors supplied through China-authorized channels fully compliant for both domestic use and re-export.
For international buyers, sourcing NORD SK gear motors through China's authorized distribution network can offer meaningful cost advantages versus importing through European supply chains. Standard SK configurations in common gear ratios and IEC frame sizes are regularly stocked for faster turnaround.
[ Series we supply ]
NORD product lines we can source through China
We source across NORD's full portfolio — gear motors, industrial gear units, and drive electronics. Listed below are the most commonly requested product families. For specific configurations or other catalog references, send us your specifications.
SK Series Gear Motors
0.12–55 kW · IE2 / IE3 · IEC frame 63–250 · UNICASE housing
NORD's core gear motor range built around the UNICASE one-piece gearbox housing. Available in inline helical (SK 02–SK 102) and helical-bevel right-angle configurations. Frame sizes IEC 63–250, power range 0.12–55 kW at 400V/50Hz. IE3 Premium Efficiency as standard. Widely used in conveyor, material handling, and intralogistics.
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NORDBLOC.1 Compact Gear Motors
Aluminum housing · NSDF3 food-grade · Helical inline & bevel
Compact two-stage gear motor series in helical inline and helical-bevel configurations. High-strength aluminum housing, wash-down version with optional NXD tupH® / NSDF3 surface treatment for hygiene-sensitive environments. Popular in food packaging, dairies, breweries, and conveyor wash-down areas.
Get NORDBLOC.1 quote Parallel Shaft Gear Motors
0.12–200 kW · Torque 110–100,000 Nm · 15 sizes
Parallel shaft gear motors with input and output shafts arranged side-by-side. Modular design covers torque from 110 to 100,000 Nm and power from 0.12 to 200 kW. Ideal for space-limited installations and high-torque conveyor applications including rotary feeders, drag conveyors, and bulk material handling.
Get parallel shaft quote MAXXDRIVE Industrial Gear Units
15,000–282,000 Nm · 11 sizes · Helical & bevel · UNICASE
NORD's heavy-duty industrial gear unit line for the toughest applications. Output torque from 15,000 Nm to 282,000 Nm, ratios 5.54–30,000:1, power 2.5–8,075 HP. Parallel shaft and right-angle designs. MAXXDRIVE XT thermally-optimized variant available. Used in mining, cement, crushers, mills, agitators, large conveyor drives, and bulk material handling.
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NORDAC Variable Frequency Drives
SK 200E FLEX · SK 500E PRO · 0.25–160 kW · Vector control
NORD's frequency inverter range. NORDAC FLEX (SK 200E) for decentralized on-machine mounting on conveyors and material handling systems. NORDAC PRO (SK 500E) for control-cabinet installation up to 160 kW with sensorless current vector (ISD) control, 200% overload reserve, and integrated brake chopper for crane and hoist applications.
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Popular NORD models we frequently quote
The model sizes most often requested by international buyers. Have a different NORD model in mind? Send us the type code or nameplate photo — we source the full NORD catalog.
| Series | Popular Models | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| SK Helical Inline | SK 02, SK 12, SK 22, SK 32, SK 42 | Standard conveyor & material handling |
| SK Combination | SK 42/12, SK 73/22, SK 83/42 | Multi-stage low-speed drives |
| NORDBLOC.1 | SK 1SI31, SK 1SI40, SK 1SI50, SK 1SI63 | Compact food & beverage drives |
| Parallel Shaft | SK 5282, SK 6282, SK 7282 | Heavy-duty parallel-shaft applications |
| NORDAC FLEX | SK 200E (0.25–22 kW) | Decentralized conveyor drives |
| NORDAC PRO | SK 500E (0.25–160 kW) | Cabinet-mount precision drives |
| MAXXDRIVE | MAXXDRIVE 5–11 · XD · XT | Mining, crushers, large agitators |
Send us any NORD model number, type code, or nameplate photo for quotation — we cover the full NORD DRIVESYSTEMS catalog.
[ Applications ]
Industries where NORD products are most commonly used
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS products are specified across intralogistics, food processing, and heavy industry. Below are the application areas where we most often source NORD for international buyers.
Conveyor & Belt Systems
SK series gear motors paired with NORDAC FLEX (SK 200E) decentralized drives. Standard for belt, roller, and chain conveyor lines.
Intralogistics & Warehousing
Automated warehouses, sortation systems, and AS/RS equipment. NORD's IE5+ permanent magnet motors excel at partial-load operation.
Food & Beverage
NORDBLOC.1 with NSDF3 / NXD tupH® food-grade coatings. Wash-down versions for dairies, breweries, and packaging lines.
Mining & Heavy Industry
MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units (15,000–282,000 Nm) for crushers, mills, mixers, drums, and bulk material conveyors.
Packaging Machinery
NORDBLOC.1 compact gear motors with NORDAC PRO precision control for packaging, filling, and wrapping lines.
Airport & Parcel Sorting
Baggage handling, parcel sortation, and post applications. Partial-load operation suits NORD's energy-efficient drive systems.
[ Why source NORD through us ]
What we offer that overseas distributors can't
Competitive pricing
Sourcing standard SK gear motor configurations through China authorized distribution channels can offer meaningful cost advantages versus importing through European supply chains.
IE3 standard, IE4 available
NORD motors meet global efficiency mandates: IE3 (EU Regulation 2019/1781), GB 18613-2020 Grade 3 (China), EISA Premium Efficiency (USA). IE4 PMSM motors available for energy-intensive applications.
Full options support
Surface protection from NSD2 to NSD5 (C2–C5 environments), thermistor (TF) and thermostat (TW) motor protection, external cooling fans (F/FC) for VFD duty, IP66 wash-down, encoder options.
Multi-brand consolidation
Need NORD with WEG or ABB in one shipment? We consolidate across brands so you receive one invoice and one container.
Global certifications
NORD motors carry CE (EU), CCC (China), UL (USA, frames 63–180), CSA/cURus, and EAC (Eurasian Customs Union). We can confirm the applicable approvals for your destination market.
Original factory quality
Motors supplied are original factory-manufactured products — new and unused, non-refurbished, shipped in original packaging with NORD documentation.
[ Full specifications ]
NORD Motor Series — Full Specifications
Detailed technical data for the most commonly sourced NORD motor series. Full catalog available for download below.
[ SK Series · IE3 Standard · Recommended ]
SK Series — UNICASE Gear Motor, IEC 63–250
NORD's core gear motor range built on the UNICASE one-piece gearbox housing — a design that eliminates housing splits, improves sealing, and extends service life. Available in inline helical and right-angle configurations. The motor component is an asynchronous TEFC induction motor rated IE3 Premium Efficiency as standard, inverter-duty rated across the full range. Used globally in conveyor systems, intralogistics, food processing, and packaging machinery.
Core Specifications (400V / 50Hz / 4-pole)
| Power range | 0.12 kW – 55 kW |
| Frame sizes (IEC) | 63 S/L – 250 W (IEC) |
| Voltage | ≤7.5 kW: 230/400Y V · >7.5 kW: 400/690Y V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz · 60 Hz available |
| Pole / speed | 2P · 4P · 6P · 8P · 2-speed variants |
| Efficiency class | IE3 Premium standard · IE4 PMSM available (≤5.5 kW) |
| Protection | IP55 standard · IP66 optional |
| Cooling | TEFC (IC411) standard · External fan F/FC for VFD duty |
| Insulation | Class F · ΔT 80K |
| Ambient temp | −20 °C to +40 °C standard |
| Service factor | 1.0 · Continuous duty S1 |
| Efficiency (4P, 7.5 kW) | 90.4 % @ 400V / 50Hz (IE3) |
| Efficiency (4P, 45 kW) | 94.6 % @ 400V / 50Hz (IE3) |
| Certifications | CE · CCC · UL (63S–180LX) · CSA/cURus · EAC |
Motor Options
Surface Protection (Corrosion Category)
Typical Applications
[ Common questions ]
Sourcing NORD gear motors from China
Are these genuine NORD gear motors?
Yes. Sourced through NORD's authorized China distributors, in original packaging with NORD documentation.
Can I send a NORD part number or type code for quotation?
Yes. Send any NORD designation — full SK type code (e.g., SK 32 - 80LH/4), nameplate photo, or part number — and we will match the configuration through our China distributor network.
Do you supply MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units?
Yes. We source MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units (parallel and right-angle, 15,000–282,000 Nm, ratios 5.54–30,000:1) for mining, cement, large conveyor, crusher, and bulk material handling applications. MAXXDRIVE XT thermally-optimized variant also available. Send your torque, ratio, and mounting requirements for quotation.
Can you supply NORDAC FLEX (SK 200E) and NORDAC PRO (SK 500E) inverters?
Yes. NORDAC FLEX SK 200E for decentralized on-machine conveyor drives (up to 22 kW) and NORDAC PRO SK 500E for cabinet-mount applications (0.25–160 kW) are both available. The SK 500E offers sensorless current vector (ISD) control, 200% overload reserve, and integrated brake chopper for crane and hoist applications.
Are IE5+ synchronous motors available?
NORD IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are available in frame sizes 71, 90, and 112, covering 0.5–15 hp (up to 11 kW). Particularly suited to intralogistics, airport baggage handling, parcel sorting, and food applications running at variable or partial loads. Availability is subject to confirmation per inquiry.
What power range is available at 400V/50Hz?
The NORD SK series covers 0.12 kW to 55 kW at 400V/50Hz (IEC frame sizes 63–250, 4-pole). Motors above 7.5 kW are rated 400/690Y V. For motors above 55 kW or special configurations, see MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units.
What efficiency class do NORD motors meet?
Standard supply is IE3 Premium Efficiency, compliant with EU Regulation 2019/1781, China GB 18613-2020 (Grade 3), and EISA (USA). IE4 and IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) are available for energy-intensive applications — availability confirmed per inquiry.
What certifications do NORD motors carry?
CE (EU), CCC (China), UL listed (frames 63 S–180 LX), CSA/cURus approved, and EAC for the Eurasian Customs Union. ATEX explosion-protected motors are available separately under catalog G2122.
Can you supply motors for VFD / inverter duty?
Yes. NORD SK motors are inverter-rated as standard. For sustained low-speed VFD operation at full torque, external cooling fans (option F or FC) and thermistor protection (TF) are recommended. Pair with NORDAC FLEX (SK 200E) for decentralized drives or NORDAC PRO (SK 500E) for cabinet-mount control.
What surface protection options are available?
NORD offers NSD2 through NSD5 coating systems covering corrosion categories C2–C5, including NSDF3 (food-grade) and NXD tupH® for food and beverage environments, and NSD4/NSD5 for offshore, chemical plants, and high-salinity coastal installations.
What are the best applications for NORD?
Conveyor and material handling, intralogistics and automated warehousing, food and beverage processing, packaging machinery, mining and bulk material handling (MAXXDRIVE), and airport baggage handling. The UNICASE one-piece housing is valued for its reliable sealing and extended service intervals.
Is there a minimum order?
No fixed MOQ. We handle single-unit sourcing through to bulk shipments.
Need a NORD gear motor quote?
Send your gear motor specifications, ratio, mounting, quantity, and application details. Our team will respond within 24 hours.