Mining motors

MENZEL manufactures and delivers long-life mining motors up to 13,8 kV and 25 MW - robust and strong in performance. Our AC and DC motors can perfectly manage harsh conditions found in the mining and the mineral industry such as dusty environments and high starting torques. 

Our customers use these high-performance motors for the extraction and processing of ore, coal, gold, precious metals and minerals. MENZEL mining motors for example drive mills, crushers, pit fans, slurry and dewatering pumps, conveyors, cranes, and other hoisting machines to be found in the mining industry.

Our AC and DC motors for the mining and the mineral industries

• Three-phase, wound-rotor induction motors: up to 20000 HP (15000 kW) with rated voltage up to 13800 V

• Three-phase squirrel cage induction motors: up to 33000 HP (25000 kW) with rated voltage up to 13800 V

• DC motors: up to 3000 HP (2000 kW) with rated voltage up to 1000 V

• Custom motor construction, various enclosure, cooling and protection types 

All of our AC and DC motors comply with the current standards EN60034 and IEC60034, VDE, DIN and ISO leaving our German plant with final testing. Our company is TÜV certified. 

Need a large customized mining motor? This is what we offer!

MENZEL develops its customized electric motors for the mining sector and other industries based on decades of experience and profound engineering knowledge. Our family-run company from Germany has been manufacturing electric motors and selling them all around the globe for almost 100 years. Our inhouse engineering department precisely matches the required drive components to each other.

We supply asynchronous motors - squirrel cage motors and slip ring motors - as well as DC motors. Slip ring motors are normally found driving crushers and conveyors in mines, while squirrel cage motors are also used to drive pumps, hoists, fans, and compressors. DC motors can still be used for replacement of existing motors for hoisting systems.

Get in touch with our team and let us know, what motor you are looking for  Send YOUR Enquiry 

Mining Motors for Extreme Conditions

High demands are placed on mining motors due to the specific harsh operating conditions above and below ground. MENZEL electric motors offer optimal conditions for industrial applications. They are are designed to withstand:

• High torque and heavy loads – Handles frequent starts, stops, and variable loads.
• Dust, moisture and corrosion resistance – Sealed enclosures protect against dirt, water, and chemicals.
• Shock and vibration durability – Reinforced frames and bearings for rugged conditions.
• Thermal and voltage protection – Built to endure high temperatures and power fluctuations.
• Explosion Safety – Compliance with ATEX, IECEx, and hazardous area standards.
• Energy efficiency and easy maintenance – Optimized for performance, longevity, and cost savings.

Built for reliability, our mining motors keep operations running smoothly in even the toughest conditions.

MENZEL can also rebuild and replace existing motors of all types

A majority of the mining motors leaving our motor factory in Germany are special design motors. They are adapted to produce identical replicas of obsolete motors that are no longer produced by major manufacturers such as Siemens or ABB. MENZEL can rebuild and replace existing motors of all types and power ratings. Thanks to our unique, extensive motor inventory, which is one of the largest in Europe, we can also react very quickly in an emergency.

Our project engineers find the perfect solution for your challenge and support you in the correct dimensioning of your mining motor.Just let us know what you are looking for.

Not convinced yet? Here is another Mining Motors Case Study

MENZEL recently designed and manufactured three powerful 6600 V squirrel cage motors (cooling type IC 411) in frame size 630 as integral components for pit fans assigned by a client from the mining industry. The customer specified cylindrical motor casings to be as compact as possible for its underground ventilation system. You can find more details about this case study here.

The global mining industry recently generated more than 600 billion US dollars per year. Many mine operators and suppliers have relied on our experience for years. Our German company MENZEL has been manufacturing and supplying heavy duty motors since 1927.

Whether DC motors for a copper mine in Peru, a dimensionally and electrically interchangeable slip ring motor for a mine operator in Africa, or 6600 V squirrel cage motors to be installed inside mining pit fans - heavy duty applications, custom design, with fast reactivity are just our thing!