TorqueWerk
Modular, magnet-free electric motors for industrial machinery.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
N/A | Early VC | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
TorqueWerk GmbH specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of industrial segmented electric motors. The company was registered on June 14, 2019, by managing directors Tobias Berthold and Dr.-Ing. Jan-Dirk Reimers. With roots at the Institute for Power Electronics and Electrical Drives (ISEA) at RWTH Aachen University, the company leverages extensive research and development in drive technology.
The core of TorqueWerk's business is a modular, kit-based system for synchronous reluctance motors. This allows for the customization of electric motors, providing a cost-effective and flexible alternative to both standard catalog motors and highly specialized custom-built ones. The motors feature a flat, scalable design, enabling easy integration into various machines and offering new geometric freedom in drive axis design. A key differentiator is that the motors are 100% magnet-free, requiring no rare earth elements and making them fully recyclable and highly energy-efficient (IE4 class).
The company primarily serves small and medium-sized machine and plant manufacturers who require high variability and cost-effectiveness for built-in motors, particularly in applications with low production numbers. Its business model encompasses the sale of these modular motors, supplemented by engineering and development services, and a licensing concept to offer complete turnkey drive solutions. This includes everything from requirements analysis and conception to series launch and support. TorqueWerk's products are designed for high-torque applications and high-speed drives such as those for spindles, fans, or pumps.
Keywords: modular electric motors, industrial segment motors, direct drives, synchronous reluctance motors, magnet-free motors, custom drive solutions, machine engineering, plant engineering, scalable motors, flat motors, energy-efficient drives, high-torque applications, motor integration, drive technology, electromechanical engineering, industrial automation, custom machinery, motor development, sustainable drive technology