Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Monday, November 12th, 2018
Centuries after the first energy-generating windmill was invented, wind power continues to reshape how the world creates electricity. The numbers are revealing. According to the Global Wind Energy Council, the industry created over 1.1 million jobs globally by the end of 2016. The United States is now home to more than 53,000 wind turbines. They […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes, Machinery Maintenance on Wednesday, October 10th, 2018
Fields from the steel industry to the maritime industry rely on industrial gearboxes’ durability to function. Gearboxes are strong enough to help power ship engines to reach their destinations and tough enough to withstand high levels of torque from wind turbines. We build Falk gearboxes to last through such important jobs. However, we still run […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Tuesday, September 4th, 2018
The steel industry relies on Falk gearboxes to power the tough machines used during manufacturing processes. It’s vital for steel plants to receive top-quality gear systems to keep machinery and equipment performing their best while enduring harsh environments. The steel industry’s rise and evolution contributed to the United States’ growth. Without steel, many industries would […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Thursday, August 2nd, 2018
From sugar cane and beet harvesters to feed conveyors, the sugar industry uses a variety of machinery at every stage of the harvesting and production processes. As one of the largest industries in several countries, it relies on Falk gearboxes to help drive local economies. As a raw material, sugar is used for more than […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Monday, July 2nd, 2018
Tasks completed in the cement industry are often performed under tough conditions and involve shock loads, heavy loads, extreme temperatures, exposure to contaminants and dirt, and exposure to constant pressures. As a result, the industry requires rugged, high-torque Falk gearboxes with long lifespans and minimal maintenance requirements. Falk gearboxes for the cement industry may also […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes, Machinery Maintenance on Wednesday, June 13th, 2018
As the global infrastructure moves towards sustainable energy solutions, the wind energy sector will only continue to grow. These engineering marvels now dot the landscape all across the prairies and valleys of the earth, producing clean power and providing jobs for a multitude of skilled workers. As with any industrial machinery, maintenance is the key […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Tuesday, May 15th, 2018
Many lifesaving tools in medical facilities have one thing in common—the use of Falk gearboxes. Gearboxes are a part of the driving units of movable parts in medical equipment. These components must have strict quality requirements to ensure they function correctly and remain reliable without fail. When it comes to Falk gearbox parts, medical applications […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes, Machinery Maintenance on Wednesday, May 9th, 2018
Since the induction of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act in 1966, more than 390 million vehicles have been recalled in the United States. The same is true for more than 66 million pieces of motor vehicle equipment. Recalls occur when a vehicle or one of its components fails to comply with a […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes, Machinery Maintenance on Monday, April 2nd, 2018
The demand for food products across the globe has skyrocketed since 2010 because of the fast rate in which the world’s population is growing. The World Bank estimates the planet’s population will increase by 80 million annually until 2025. The availability of new land, however, is growing at a much slower pace. As a result, […]
Posted under Falk Gearboxes on Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
As a clean source of energy, wind doesn’t depend on fossil fuels or pollute the planet. Wind turbines harness the kinetic energy found in wind and convert it into electrical energy. The technology dates back to 1887, when James Blyth, a Scottish academic, used a wind turbine to charge batteries that powered his holiday home. […]
