We work with businesses and OEMs in the food and beverage industry to provide fractional horsepower motors and gearmotors that meet strict hygiene, durability and performance needs. You’ll find our solutions in blenders, mixers, ovens and much more. Every motor is built for moisture resistance, washdown durability and consistent performance, with U.S.-based manufacturing and technical support to help keep your equipment running smoothly.
Why Choose Groschopp Motors for Food & Beverage Applications
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Built for Sanitary, Washdown Environments
Our motors are designed for wet, humid conditions and frequent cleaning. With the right sealing and materials, they can handle washdowns, splashing water, and cleaning chemicals used in food and beverage production. -
Compact and High-Torque Performance
Strong starting torque in a small footprint makes it easy to fit our motors into blenders, mixers, conveyors, and other space-limited equipment. -
Purpose-Built Motor Solutions
We can customize shafts, sealing methods, wiring, and mounting patterns so our motors integrate seamlessly with your equipment and meet compliance requirements. -
U.S.-Based Manufacturing and Technical Support
Our U.S.-based manufacturing and responsive technical support help you meet hygiene, durability, and compliance requirements while ensuring consistent quality and reliable lead times. -
Scalable OEM Production
We offer OEM production with a minimum order of 25 units, including single-unit prototypes for design, testing, and approval before full production.
Key Features
Up to IP66-rated enclosures
Corrosion-resistant materials and stainless steel shafts
Food-grade lubricants available
High starting torque for mixing and conveying
Low-maintenance designs for continuous duty
Case Studies
DC Motor for Commercial Milkshake Blender
- Industry: Commercial Beverage Equipment
- Challenge: Needed a motor that could operate in a high-moisture environment with frequent cleaning, while maintaining consistent performance for milkshake blending.
- Solution: We supplied a tightly sealed DC motor with an extended stainless steel shaft and food-grade grease to prevent water intrusion and meet sanitation requirements.
- Result: Delivered reliable performance in wet environments, reduced downtime, and met hygiene and durability requirements.
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Motor and Gearbox for Conveyor Oven Convection Fan
- Industry: Commercial Cooking Equipment
- Challenge: An oven manufacturer needed a motor to run a convection fan in a conveyor oven that operates continuously at elevated temperatures.
- Solution: Engineered a motor and gearbox combination sized for continuous duty with high-heat tolerance, ensuring smooth fan operation under load.
- Result: Provided reliable airflow and heat distribution throughout the oven, improving cooking consistency and product throughput.
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Household Mixer
- Industry: Small Appliance Manufacturing
- Challenge: Needed a compact high-speed motor that could power a household mixer while delivering the torque and durability to handle dense batter and dough.
- Solution: Groschopp developed a universal motor with optimized windings and reinforced bearings for high torque and long life.
- Result: Achieved consistent mixing performance, extended service life, and improved reliability for consumer use.
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Need Help Getting Started?
We’ll help you find the right motor or gearmotor for your food and beverage project, built for sanitary, washdown environments.
