VDG (Van der Graaf)

Designing and manufacturing drum motors for belt conveyor applications for over 35 years, VDG (Van der Graaf) has adhered to a simple principle: providing a safe, compact and maintenance free drive solution to optimize fixed and portable plants and maximize the cost of ownership.


The innovative, streamlined VDG Drum Motor has all drive components including motor and gear reducer enclosed inside the drum for a safer, more efficient, and space optimized belt conveyor drive solution. Reducing energy expenses by up to 30% per drive, all components of the VDG Drum Motor are designed for 80,000 hours of continuous operation before maintenance, minimizing downtime, reducing maintenance costs, and increasing production.


All VDG Drum Motors are engineered and manufactured in-house in USA and Canada, using cutting-edge production technology and automation, ensuring quality control, fast delivery, and after sales service. With global representation and service centers throughout the USA, VDG offers customized solutions to a wide customer base.