Definite Purpose
Definite purpose motors are engineered for specific applications, providing optimized performance, efficiency, and durability in targeted industrial uses.
Purpose-Built Performance for Demanding Applications
Baldor-Reliance Definite Purpose Motors are electric motors engineered to meet the specific performance requirements of particular applications or industries, rather than serving broad or general uses. These motors are designed with tailored features—such as enclosure types, mounting configurations, and duty cycles—to optimize performance, reliability, and longevity in demanding, high-use environments.
Features that matter
ABB’s Baldor-Reliance definite purpose motors meet specific application needs with a focus on sustainability and reliability. This line includes automotive duty, U-frame, two-speed and ammonia refrigeration motors, designed for various industries and supported by ABB’s exceptional customer service and performance.
Fit for purpose
Definte purpose motors are designed for specific applicationsPremium efficient electrical designs
All motors meet or exceed NEMA Premium® efficiency energy requirements for US, Canada and Mexico.Inverter Duty
All 3 phase motors are inverter duty per NEMA MG1 Part 31Available
Baldor-Reliance motors are built in US manufacturing facilities and available from our industry leading global distribution network - and are available when and where you need them.Quality components
High grade materials make up a strong insulation system with Class F insulation and Class B temperature rise for operation in higher ambient temperature, overload conditions, and voltage tolerances.Common Applications
Fans, Pumps, Conveyors, Compressors, Automotive
Industries
ABB’s Baldor-Reliance® General Purpose motors deliver outstanding performance and durability across a wide range of industrial applications. Offered in both open and enclosed designs, these versatile motors are available in NEMA Premium and NEMA Super-Premium options, ensuring superior reliability, efficiency, and operational excellence.
HVACR
ABB supports a wide range of buildings—office towers, hospitals, schools, data centers—and all types of applications, including air handlers, water pumps, cooling towers, and chillers. We ensure these motors and drives operate with maximum efficiency and reliability.
Food & beverage
ABB provides a complete range of energy-efficient motors designed for the food and beverage industry. Our motors power every stage of the process—from raw material handling to processing, conveying, packing, and storage—while meeting the industry's high standards for performance and reliability.
Water & Wastewater Treatment
From water intake and treatment, through transportation to distribution to waste water collection and treatment - motors are the heartbeat of your water treatment operations.
Cement, mining and minerals
As society urbanizes, the demand for materials like cement, metals, and minerals grows. Modern infrastructure and the shift to cleaner energy require more metals and minerals to be mined. At ABB, we provide motors and drives that help customers operate more efficiently and sustainably.
Distribution center and warehousing
Warehouse distribution centers face ongoing pressure to boost throughput while maintaining quality and reliability. Motors and drives offer an integrated solution, delivering power from the electrical line directly to the driven shaft, all from a single source supplier.
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