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Before digging into the argument of which method of recycling is more efficient, it is important to understand both methods thoroughly.   Included in both recycling methods are two categories of materials:   Category #1: Fibers Mixed office paper, envelopes, colored paper, paper bags, etc. Old Corrugated Cardboard (OCC) Newsprint Magazines Phone books (who uses […]

In honor of our new partnership with SJS, we will be discussing Almond processing. Many of us love almonds, in salads, as a snack, roasted, but how do they get from the tree to our tables?  Here’s an inside look at the process:   Food processing can mean anything from washing to cooking, to packaging, […]

Industrial waste management is the process by which industrial manufacturing businesses dispose of the waste products generated by their operations. It is important to implement an efficient industrial waste management system to ensure your company is responsible and environmentally friendly when generating a significant amount of waste; much of which may be more harmful to […]

As we near the middle of 2018, we would like to recognize members of the GK Community Action team who have dedicated their time to supporting our community. Displaying a global mindset, these individuals have contributed to several initiatives this year that impact both McHenry County where GK HQ is located and support forward-thinking ideas […]

  In the linked article, GKE’s Manager Director, Davide Gado, discusses toaster conveyors for the food processing industry. A 20+ year veteran of GKE, Mr. Gado has lead the General Kinematics Europe team to expand across markets and find new opportunities for GK’s unique custom equipment. The article highlights how these conveyors are engineered to […]

Increasing the depths of existing mines allow miners to extract more valuable materials without the hassles of opening a new mine. As such, due to favorable conditions, including strong commodity prices for precious metals and the risk of inflation (which positively influences the previous metal market), there has been increasing interest in the development of […]

Medical waste management is a concern for all medical device manufacturers. There are many medical waste disposal facilities across the globe, but because medical wastes can be grouped into just a few discrete categories, there are only a small number of disposal facilities available near specific manufacturing locations. Many medical devices may be used for […]

For Immediate Release General Kinematics                                                                                Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3594 marketing@generalkinematics.com     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: San Joaquin Systems Joins Partnership with GK     As of May 2018, General Kinematics entered a new partnership with San Joaquin Systems, a nut processing equipment supplier based in Central California. SJS has a long history in the […]

There are many recycling myths floating around, some are true, some are outdated, and some even hinder the process of recycling. Let’s take a look at 10 of the most common recycling myths: 1. Recycling is expensive; it’s cheaper just to landfill. False!, well, in most cases. Recycling and landfilling cost different amounts in different […]

Manufacturers are the largest consumers of material that is recycled from end-of-life products and industrial scrap. Manufacturers also can be among the largest suppliers of scrap materials. In most manufacturing settings, there are multiple steps that involve molding or cutting materials before reaching the final product. As much as manufacturers try to minimize waste, it […]