Kinetek permanent magnet ac gearless for mrl or machine room installations. Kinetek gearless ac machines are compact ù minimizing space requirements by eliminating the traction machine gearbox while effi ciently delivering powerful acceleration and smooth, superior ride comfort. Unlike traditional induction motors that lose effi ciency at lower speeds, kinetek gearless ac machines provide unusually capable low speed, high torque operation ù and consume up to 40% less power than traditional asynchronous motors. Kinetek gearless ac machines are also noticeably quieter than the competition and are nearly maintenance-free.