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Engineering Electric Motion Around Your Application

About SDT

SDT selects and engineers motors, drives and motion systems around your application—from proven platforms to new developments.

Engineering Motion Since 2000

Our Story & Journey

SDT has developed from a specialist electric-machine and drive consultancy into an independent motor, drive and motion-system partner—combining application engineering with controlled routes to production supply.

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Founded on Engineering Excellence

Established in 2000, SDT originated as an engineering-focused enterprise that leveraged technical expertise and innovative electric-machine design to address complex motion requirements.

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Manufacturing Capability

SDT developed robust manufacturing operations encompassing engineering capabilities, research and development, tooling infrastructure, and a carefully selected manufacturing network—enabling quality-assured production across both limited and large-scale OEM partnerships.

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Evolving with Our Customers

As customer demands evolved, SDT expanded its offerings from standalone motors to include customizable product lines, geared assemblies, drive systems, control units, and fully integrated motion solutions tailored to specific applications.

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Continuous Innovation

SDT engineers have contributed to the practical advancement of brushless DC, switched-reluctance and specialist machine technologies through published work and application development.

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Future Direction

SDT remains committed to developing high-efficiency machines, embedded electronic systems, and customer-focused technologies—spanning from initial design phases through full-scale manufacturing and comprehensive post-sale support.

Independent engineering partner

From Application Definition to Production Supply

SDT brings together experienced electric-machine engineers, analysts and designers specialising in motors, drives, controllers and complete motion solutions for demanding applications.

Every application presents a different combination of torque, speed, voltage, duty cycle, operating environment, installation envelope and commercial requirements. SDT works with the customer to configure the motor, winding, feedback, drive electronics, mechanical interface and production route as one coordinated solution.

Engineering services & motion solutions

Your Partner in Motion Engineering

End-to-end engineering services and motion solutions tailored to your application—from standard platforms to fully customised developments.

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Standard Motor Platforms

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Customised Motor Solutions

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New Motor Developments

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Drives and Controllers

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Complete Motion Systems

Technology independent

The Application Defines the Technology

Free from dependence on a single motor technology, product platform or production method, SDT can begin with a clean sheet—evaluating the application and selecting or developing the most appropriate route for performance, efficiency, reliability, operating environment, production volume and cost.

Our experience spans major electric-machine technologies, including specialist designs for demanding operating conditions and environments where established products may not provide the required technical fit.

Typical industries & applications

Experience Across Demanding Industries

Automotive · Aerospace · HVAC-R · Medical · Mobility · Industrial Automation · Appliances · Oil & Gas · Renewable Energy

Representative SDT applications across electric vehicles, HVAC-R, medical equipment and industrial automation
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From concept to ongoing supply

How SDT Delivers Solutions

From concept through development, production and ongoing support, SDT delivers reliable, production-ready electric motion solutions tailored to your application.

Long-term OEM confidence

Engineering, Production & Quality Confidence

Clear engineering control, dependable production routes and appropriate quality evidence—supporting successful OEM partnerships and long-term product performance.

Engineering Confidence

  • Application definition and technical review
  • Technology selection without platform bias
  • Motor, drive and system integration

Production & Supply Confidence

  • Controlled specifications and drawings
  • Repeatable production and inspection
  • Managed supply and ongoing product support

Quality & Compliance

  • Verification evidence and documentation
  • Configuration control and traceability
  • Application-appropriate compliance support
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Your application. The right solution.

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