Technical sizing
We don't sell motors off a generic catalog. We evaluate your load, utilization factor, altitude above sea level, ambient temperature and duty cycle.
// Authorized GE Motors (Wolong) distributor
Industrial Electric Motors in Panama
Beiton Tecnología S.A. distributes GE Motors in Panama. Three-phase IE3 and IE4 motors from 0.75 kW to 2 MW, plus marine, drive-rated and explosion-proof versions. Local stock and direct factory import.
- Local stock in Panama for common ratings
- IE3 Premium / IE4 Super Premium efficiency
- Compatible with Danfoss drives (integrated package)
- Marine and ATEX motors available to order
// What you get
How we help you
Concrete services, not generic ones. Every item comes with verifiable scope and documented deliverables.
Stock + import
Local inventory for fast replacement. Direct factory import for larger ratings, with a committed lead time.
Package with a VFD
Motor + Danfoss drive + filter where it applies + correctly sized cabling. One party responsible, one warranty.
// Products
Lines we carry
IE3 Premium line
Industrial standardThree-phase motors from 0.75 to 375 kW, 2/4/6 poles, IEC frame 80-355. IP55, class F. For pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors and general applications.
See detailsIE4 Super Premium line
Maximum efficiency1-2% more efficient than IE3. Payback in 18-30 months in continuous-duty applications. Optimized winding, lower iron losses.
See detailsDrive-rated motors
VFD compatibilityClass H winding with reinforced insulation for dV/dt peaks. Combined with Danfoss drives, they extend motor service life in long-cable applications.
See detailsMarine motors
Naval applicationDNV/ABS/Lloyd's certification. IP56 or higher. Resistant to saline environments. For bilge pumps, ventilation and auxiliary propulsion systems.
See detailsATEX / IECEx motors
Classified areasZones 1 and 2, Ex-d or Ex-nA according to the risk. International certification. For refineries, gas plants and fuel storage.
See detailsHigh-power motors
Up to 2 MWFor heavy applications: industrial compressors, mills, forced-draft fans. Medium and low voltage. Direct import with technical supervision.
See details // Frequently asked questions
What we get asked most
Quick answers to the questions technical teams in Panama ask us most often.
Q01 Which electric motor brands do you handle?
The main line is GE Motors: three-phase IE3 (Premium Efficiency) and IE4 (Super Premium Efficiency) motors for standard industrial applications, marine motors, drive-rated motors with reinforced class H winding, and explosion-proof motors for Class I Div 2 / Zone 2 areas. As a complement we handle Siemens and WEG equivalents for specific projects. All with NEMA or IEC certification depending on the application.
Q02 Do you keep motor stock in Panama?
Yes, a rotating stock of the most common ratings and frames (IEC 80-200, 0.75 to 30 kW, 4 poles, B3) for immediate delivery. Larger ratings or special configurations are imported directly from the factory with a 6-10 week lead time. For emergencies (a plant that is down) we arrange air freight from the regional warehouse.
Q03 Can they be used with a variable frequency drive?
Yes. Every industrial GE Motors unit is VFD compatible. For long cable runs between drive and motor (over 30 m) or for critical applications we recommend motors with class H winding and reinforced insulation to withstand the dV/dt peaks. Packaged with a Danfoss dU/dt or sine-wave filter you get the longest winding life.
Q04 Do you handle motors for explosive areas (Ex-d, Ex-nA)?
Yes, ATEX/IECEx motors for Zones 1 and 2, with Ex-d (flameproof) or Ex-nA (non-sparking) certification according to the hazard assessment. Typical applications: refineries, gas plants, fuel storage, chemical processes. It requires a detailed technical specification (zone, gas group, temperature class) before we can quote.
Q05 What is IE3 versus IE4, and is it worth paying more for IE4?
IE3 is the minimum standard for new motors in many countries (Premium Efficiency). IE4 (Super Premium) is roughly 1-2% more efficient. The economic question is the payback: a 75 kW IE4 motor running 6000 h/year can pay back the price difference in 18-30 months compared with IE3. We run the specific calculation with your electricity tariff and operating hours before recommending one.
Q06 Do you offer rewinding, or only new motors?
New motors only. Rewinding costs 1-3 efficiency points per repair cycle, and the labor does not always pay off against a new IE3 motor. For high-value motors (over 150 kW) we evaluate case by case and can arrange rewinding with certified workshops. Below that, replacement is usually the better option.
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