AUTHOR Jack McLellan
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Copper Added as a Critical Mineral In its latest assessment, The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) added copper to its list of critical materials in the medium term due to projected demands as the U.S. shifts towards cleaner energy sources such as solar and wind. Copper’s addition to this list makes it eligible for government […]
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For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: General Kinematics Reduces Light Energy Consumption by 44% September 13, 2023: General Kinematics, a vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, installed new eco-friendly lights in their primary 262,000-square-foot manufacturing plant. General Kinematics aims to reduce its energy consumption […]
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All About Aggregate Screening Equipment What is an Aggregate Screen? Aggregate screens are a separation machine used to sort bulk aggregate materials by size, usually after being crushed. Aggregate screening equipment uses a mesh screen to catch larger materials (such as stones) while allowing smaller particles (such as sand) to pass through holes. These screens […]
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For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: General Kinematics Makes 2023 the Inc. 5000 List, Growing 77%. August 15, 2023, Inc. magazine revealed that family-owned vibratory equipment and systems manufacturer General Kinematics made the Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. General Kinematics ranks #4910 on the […]
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The Future of Electric Vehicles Electric and hybrid cars are taking off globally as a more sustainable alternative to gasoline-powered cars. Researchers predict that 90% of all passenger vehicles in the U.S., Canada, and Europe will be electric. The increased demand for electric vehicles also means increased demand for batteries to power these cars. But […]
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For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: GK Europe (GKE) Relocates Headquarters in Essen, Germany Spring of 2023, GK Europe GmbH, the European division of vibratory equipment manufacturer General Kinematics, relocated its headquarters to a new office in Essen, Germany. The move was prompted by growing business […]
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What is e-Waste? Electronic Waste 101 E-waste, also known as electronic waste, is an umbrella term for electronics discarded at the end of their lifetime. Electronics are a big part of everyday life, with computers, tablets, and smartphones utilized in most workplaces and households. Unfortunately, the increased use of electronics comes at a price: increased […]
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In recent years, the foundry industry has grown and expanded to reach explosive demands. Closely tied to the foundry industry, General Kinematics has evolved to continue providing world-class support to this growing customer base. Headquartered in the United States General Kinematics has invested in growing customer support and utilizing its foundry knowledge and expertise in […]
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What are Extended Producer Responsibility Laws? Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Laws are regulations that hold producers responsible for the full lifetime of their goods. Producers must have plans to collect and recycle old products once consumers dispose of them. While the government could apply EPR laws to almost any product, most regulations focus on recyclable […]
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How is Glass Recycled? Did you know that most glass is 100% recyclable? Like steel, glass can be reused infinitely, making it a sustainable material. Glass recycling has existed for centuries, starting as early as the roman empire. Thankfully, modern recycling technology has made the glass recycling process more streamlined than ever. Glass is manufactured […]
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