Lafert North America

What Lafert North America does

Lafert North America Inc. is a privately-held industrial distributor and subsidiary of Italian motor manufacturer Lafert Group, headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario and serving Canada, the United States, and Mexico since 1989. The company distributes Italian-manufactured IEC metric motors, SITI-brand gear reducers, and Sacemi coolant pumps through seven strategically located warehouses across North America and an extensive stocking distributor network. Its product portfolio spans Standard Efficiency (ST/AM), Premium Efficiency IE3 (AMPH/LAB), and High Performance Permanent Magnet motors achieving IE4/IE5 Super Premium and Ultra-Premium Efficiency (HPS, HPI, HPC, IFM), plus brake motors, single-phase motors, stainless steel washdown motors, and ATEX-certified explosion proof motors.

The core technology centers on proprietary permanent magnet synchronous motors that combine brushless servomotor rotor design with AC induction motor housings, plus integrated motor-and-drive packages (HPI, HPC) with size and weight reductions of up to 50% versus equivalent NEMA Premium motors. Manufacturing is performed at the parent's new 130,000 sq ft San Donà di Piave facility in Italy, commissioned in 2022 with automated lines capable of producing up to 1,400 IE5 motors per day and shipping 4–5 international containers weekly. Certifications include cURus, cULus, CSA, CE, ATEX, UL, NRCAN, IEC 34-1, DIN, VDE, and ISO 9001.

Revenue mechanics are predominantly unit-based hardware sales of stocked catalog items plus quote-driven custom motor manufacturing for OEMs, end users, distributors, and motor shops across food processing, packaging, machine tool, HVAC, glass, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Pricing is F.O.B. Mississauga with payment terms of 30 days from shipment, and customer support includes 24-hour emergency service with no minimum order charges. Distribution leverage is the primary go-to-market asset, complemented by digital marketing, a downloadable catalog, technical training resources, and PTDA/EASA/NEMA/ACP industry association participation.

Name

Lafert North America

Legal name

Lafert North America Inc.

Website

https://lafertna.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lafert North America is a Mississauga-based distributor of Italian-manufactured IEC metric motors, SITI gearboxes, and Sacemi coolant pumps, serving industrial OEMs, distributors, and motor shops across Canada, the United States, and Mexico through seven warehouses since 1989.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electric Motors and Power Transmission Equipment

NAICS

Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Engine Components & Subsystems Manufacturing (Blocks/Heads/Valvetrain/Pistons) (IMACAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• IEC metric motors
• Industrial gearboxes
• Permanent magnet motors
• Coolant pumps
• Power transmission products

Headquarters

HQ city

Mississauga

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Industrial Motor Sales: One-time sales of IEC metric motors including standard efficiency, premium efficiency (IE3), super premium efficiency (IE4), and ultra premium efficiency (IE5) motors
2. Gearbox Sales: Sales of SITI brand gearboxes including worm right angle, helical inline, bevel helical, planetary, shaft mounted helical, and speed variators
3. Coolant Pump Sales: Sales of Sacemi coolant pumps including immersion, self-priming, and side mounted types for industrial applications
4. Custom Motor Manufacturing: Custom motor products engineered to customer specifications including special voltages, frequencies, shafts, and modifications
5. Motor and Drive Integration: Integrated motor and drive solutions (HPI and HPC series) combining permanent magnet motors with variable frequency drives

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Lafert North America is a distributor of Italian-manufactured IEC metric electric motors, gearboxes, and coolant pumps serving industrial customers in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The portfolio spans standard efficiency through ultra-premium IE5 motors (permanent magnet synchronous), brake motors, single-phase motors, stainless steel washdown motors, explosion proof motors, SITI industrial gear reducers, and Sacemi coolant pumps used in food processing, packaging, machine tools, HVAC, and pharmaceutical applications.

Product overview

Lafert North America is a distributor of Italian-manufactured IEC metric motors, gearboxes, and coolant pumps serving Canada, the United States, and Mexico since 1989. The product portfolio centers on metric motors across multiple efficiency levels and configurations: Standard Efficiency (ST/AM), Premium Efficiency IE3 (AMPH/LAB), and High Performance Permanent Magnet motors achieving IE4/IE5 Super Premium Efficiency (HPS, HPI, HPC, IFM). Motor types include two-speed (FB), brake motors in full-size high torque (AAF, AMBZ), compact low torque (MS), and two-speed brake configurations (AAFB), single-phase motors (LM/LME, DVE), stainless steel washdown motors (IP56/IP67/IP69K), and ATEX-certified explosion proof motors (MAK). The company also distributes SITI gearboxes including bevel helical (MBH/BH), helical inline (MNHL/F), planetary (NRG), shaft mounted helical (RP2), speed variators (MKF), and worm right angle (MI, MU) series. Sacemi coolant pumps include immersion (SPV/IMM/AP/MP), side mounted (SQ), and self-priming (AU) types. Accessory offerings include aluminum, cast iron, stainless steel, and specialized flanges for all motor series. Products are distributed through seven North American warehouses and an extensive distributor network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HP Series: High Performance Permanent Magnet Motors achieving IE4/IE5 Super Premium Efficiency levels
• AMPH Series
• LAB Series
• SITI Gearboxes

Products and services

• HPI - HP Integrated PM Motor & Drive High performance permanent magnet synchronous motors integrated with variable frequency drives (VFD) in a seamless motor and drive solution. Achieves up to IE5 Ultra-Premium Efficiency with on-board drive technology and control interface. Used in industrial applications requiring compact integrated motor-and-drive packages.
• HPS - High Performance Standalone Permanent Magnet AC Motors IE4 or IE5 permanent magnet synchronous motors designed for sensorless control without encoder requirement. Combines servo motor rotor technology with AC induction motor housing for HVAC and motion control applications.
• HPC - HP Combi Packaged Motor & Drive Highly efficient motor and VFD packaged solutions combining permanent magnet synchronous motor technology with dedicated drive platforms. Optimized for pumps/fans (Combi Flow), automation/motion (Combi Plus), and general purpose (Combi Smart) applications up to 50 HP.
• IFM - Integrated Fan Motors Low speed permanent magnet synchronous motors specifically designed for HVLS (High Volume Low Speed) fans with big diameters. Gearless design with built-in drive for stable fan speed control and increased efficiency, with rated torque up to 170 Nm.
• AMPH/LAB Premium Efficiency Motors (IE3/IE4) IE3 Premium Efficiency motors (AMPH for aluminum frames 80-160, LAB for cast iron frames 180-315) with cURus/UL Energy Verified marking for NEMA Premium efficiency compliance. Features 6:1 CT turn down capability.
• FB - 2 Speed Motors Two-speed motors available in 1-winding (consequent pole) or 2-winding configurations. TEFC, Class F, IP55 rated with threaded hole output shaft. Suitable for constant torque applications.
• AAF - Full Size High Brake Torque Brake Motors (230/460V) Full size brake motors with adjustable brake torque and manual release lever. TEFC, squirrel cage, Class F, IP54. Brake voltage matches motor voltage. Suitable for 208-230/460V applications.
• AMBZ - Full Size High Brake Torque Brake Motors (575V) Full size high brake torque motors designed for 333/575V applications. TEFC, Class F, IP54, Squirrel Cage with S6 60% duty cycle. Available with DC brake coil and manual release key option.
• AAFB - 2-Speed High Brake Torque Brake Motors Two-speed brake motors combining high brake torque with multiple speed configurations (2/4, 2/8, 4/6, 4/8, 6/8 pole combinations). TEFC, adjustable brake torque, manual release, Class F, IP54.
• MS - Compact Low Brake Torque Brake Motors Compact brake motors with DC rectified brake coil and low brake torque. 1.15 SF, TEFC, Class F, IP54, Squirrel Cage with S6 70% duty cycle. Standard 230/460V motors include full wave rectifier with 206VDC coil.
• LM/LME - Single Phase Motors Single phase motors in single voltage (115V or 230V) configurations. LM type for no-load/low starting torque fan duty applications; LME type for high torque applications with capacitor start/run. TEFC, Class F, IP55.
• DVE - Single Phase Dual Voltage Motors Dual voltage single phase motors configurable for 115V or 230V operation. Capacitor start and run design for high starting torque applications. TEFC, Class F, IP54.
• LA - Stainless Steel Design Motors Stainless steel motors for food processing, chemical, packaging and pharmaceutical industries. Available in IP56 (wash down), IP67 (immersible), and IP69K (steam jet protection) ratings with 300 series stainless steel construction.
• MAK - Explosion Proof Motors ATEX certified flameproof enclosure (Ex db IIC T4 Gb) explosion proof motors. Cast iron construction, TEFC, Class F, IP55. Suitable for hazardous locations. Available in 230/460V or 333/575V configurations.
• ST/AM - Standard Efficiency Motors Standard efficiency TEFC motors (ST for CSA Approved, AM for cURus approved). IP55, squirrel cage, Class F insulation. Threaded hole output shaft standard. For general industrial applications.
• SITI Bevel Helical Gearboxes (MBH/BH) Bevel helical gearboxes with max input power of 337 kW, reduction ratios up to 226:1, and output torque from 12 Nm to 14,000 Nm. Features hollow, single, or double output shafts with shrink disk option.
• SITI Helical Inline Gearboxes (MNHL/F) Helical inline gearboxes with ratios up to 466:1, max torque of 12,000 Nm, and max input power of 336 kW. Designed to fit standard IEC motors with base or motor flange outputs.
• SITI Planetary Gearboxes (NRG) Planetary gearboxes with max output torque over 30,000 Nm, max input power of 45 kW, and ratio range up to 4,066:1. Modular design with direct, foot mount, and flange mount options.
• SITI Shaft Mounted Helical Gearboxes (RP2) Shaft mounted helical gearboxes with max input power of 108 kW, max torque 6,876 Nm, and ratio up to 30:1. Features high resistant gears with oversized bearings and superior sealing.
• SITI Speed Variators (MKF) Mechanical speed variators with zero speed option available, max input power of 11 kW, and max torque of 3,000 Nm. 7 sizes with 200+ versions and wide range of mounting options.
• SITI Worm Right Angle Gearboxes (MI) Worm right angle gearboxes with max input power of 55 kW, available in hollow or solid output shaft designs. Single and double reduction with ratios 7.5:1 to 100:1 (single stage) and up to 10,000:1 (combination).
• SITI Worm Right Angle Gearboxes (MU) Worm right angle gearboxes with max input power of 55 kW, maintenance-free design with 20,000 hours bearing life. Aluminum construction with Omala VG320 synthetic lube for universal mounting orientation.
• Sacemi Immersion Pumps (SPV/IMM/AP/MP) Immersion type coolant pumps installed on top of tanks with column submerged into cutting fluid. Suitable for water, emulsions, and oily substances with viscosity up to 21 cSt and temperatures up to 70-90°C.
• Sacemi Side Mounted Pumps (SQ) Side mounted coolant pumps suitable for transferring liquids containing impurities up to 2-3 mm. Nylon impeller and cast iron scroll allow use with water, emulsions and oily substances. Max temperature 70°C.
• Sacemi Self Priming Transfer Pumps (AU) Self-priming transfer pumps for pumping liquids with viscosity not exceeding 3 Engler (21 CST). Suitable for tool and cutting machines, glass grinding and printing machines.
• Custom Motor Manufacturing Custom motor products engineered to customer specifications including special voltages, frequencies, shafts, and modifications for OEM and end user applications requiring non-standard configurations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of 330.90 Euros per year operating a 10HP, 4 pole IE4 motor compared to IE1 standard motor (based on 3500 hours/year at 0.15/kWh)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SITI GearcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive North American distribution rights for SITI line of metric gear reducers produced in Italy. Partnership established July 1998. SITI produces high-quality industrial gear reducers including worm right angle, helical inline, bevel helical, planetary, shaft mounted, and speed variators.
• SacemicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Italian manufacturer Sacemi for low pressure circulating pumps and coolant pumps. Sacemi produces immersion, self-priming, and side mounted pumps for industrial applications including machine tools, glass processing, and air conditioning.
• EuroMotoriminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistribution of EuroMotori flame proof motors - Italian manufactured explosion proof motors for hazardous locations.
• EASAminorOthersMember of Electrical Apparatus Service Association - industry organization for motor service and repair companies.
• PTDAminorOthersMember of Power Transmission Distribution Association - industry organization for power transmission and motion control companies.
• ACPminorOthersMember of ACP - industry association for power transmission and motion control distribution.
• NEMAminorOthersMember of National Electrical Manufacturers Association - standards and advocacy organization for electrical equipment manufacturers.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WEG: Brazilian-headquartered global manufacturer of IEC/NEMA electric motors, gearboxes, and pumps with strong North American manufacturing presence. Closest direct competitor to Lafert NA across premium-efficiency motors and integrated motor-drive solutions.
• Regal Rexnord: US-based power transmission and motor specialist (Marathon Motors, Leeson, Rotor) competing directly with Lafert NA on industrial metric/NEMA motors and gear reducers for OEM and distributor channels.
• SEW-Eurodrive: German-headquartered manufacturer of gearmotors, electronic drives, and mechatronic systems with major North American manufacturing. Direct peer to Lafert NA's SITI gearbox offering and competing on integrated motor-drive packages.
• Sterling Electric: US distributor of industrial electric motors, gear reducers, and related power-transmission products with stocking warehouses across the US. Directly comparable distribution-and-product-mix model to Lafert NA, particularly for metric replacement motors.
• Baldor (ABB): Premium-efficiency electric motor brand now under ABB, with deep North American stock-and-ship distributor model similar to Lafert NA. Direct competitor across the metric/NEMA replacement and OEM motor market.
• Sumitomo Drive Technologies: Japanese-owned manufacturer of gear reducers, gearmotors, and power-transmission products with North American footprint. Competes with Lafert NA's SITI line on helical, bevel-helical, and planetary gearboxes for industrial OEMs.
• Brook Crompton: UK/Canadian-headquartered specialist in metric-frame industrial electric motors (now part of Wolong). Closest peer to Lafert NA's metric-only positioning, particularly for IE3/IE4 replacements in North American OEM applications.

Broad incumbents

• ABB: Global industrial motor and drives giant (including the Baldor brand) with broad IE3-IE5 portfolios and full North American manufacturing. Competes with Lafert NA across the IEC/NEMA motor space but at a much larger scale and with broader automation offerings.
• Siemens: Diversified industrial conglomerate producing SIMOTICS low-voltage motors, gear units, and integrated drive systems. Comparable product breadth to Lafert NA but with global R&D scale and direct OEM relationships.
• Nidec: Global motor manufacturer with significant North American operations (formerly Emerson/CGI, U.S. Motors) offering premium-efficiency industrial motors. Overlaps with Lafert NA on IE4/IE5 motors for HVAC, pumps, and industrial applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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