Across the industrial landscape, drum motor rebuilds are a fact of life. The U.S. is home to a well-established network of drum motor rebuild facilities:
- Interroll supports its customers with 8 local repair shops and 16 certified service partners across the country.
- Van der Graaf (VDG) operates factory-authorized service centers with full rebuild capabilities and OEM parts.
- A number of independent rebuild centers across the U.S. also specialize in servicing drum motors from brands like Interroll®, Van der Graaf®, Rulmeca®, and others.
These facilities do excellent work, restoring motors to OEM standards, replacing seals, flushing oil, and extending the life of traditional AC motor-driven systems.
But even the best rebuild is still a rebuild. It requires downtime, labor, logistics, and cost.
Enter One Motion: Direct Drive, Maintenance-Free
At One Motion, we’ve taken a different approach.
Our Direct Drive Technology eliminates the need for traditional motor components entirely. That means:
- No oil to change
- No seals to replace
- No gears to wear out
- No scheduled rebuilds
- No unplanned downtime
And the benefits don’t stop at maintenance.
Less Than Half the Power Consumption
Traditional AC motor-driven drum motors are inherently inefficient. Between gear losses, friction, and heat, a significant portion of the input energy is wasted.
In contrast, One Motion’s direct drive systems are engineered for maximum efficiency, often consuming less than half the electrical power of comparable drum motors. That’s a game-changer for facilities running hundreds of conveyors 24/7.
The result? Lower energy bills, reduced carbon footprint, and a more sustainable operation—without sacrificing performance.
Designed for Clean, Critical Environments
Our motors are IP69K-rated, making them ideal for washdown environments like food processing, meat and poultry, and pharmaceuticals. With no external moving parts or lubrication points, they’re inherently more hygienic and easier to clean.
The Future of Conveying
The rebuild infrastructure for drum motors is impressive—and necessary for legacy systems. But as industries evolve, so should the technology that powers them.
One Motion Direct Drive Technology represents a shift from reactive maintenance to proactive performance. It’s not just about fixing what breaks—it’s about designing systems that don’t break in the first place.
If you’re evaluating your next conveyor project or looking to reduce downtime and energy costs, let’s talk. The future of motion is here, and it doesn’t need a rebuild.
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