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Screening Machines For most, part of the material handling process consists of sorting or classifying materials. Screening machines can be used in order to keep the work efficient.  What are Screening Machines? Screening machines aid in the sorting process. They can often include conveyors and screens. The screens separate particles while conveyors are attached to […]

The Basics of Automated Lubrication Complex machinery is made up of hundreds, or even thousands of moving parts. Cables, gears, pumps, bearings, pistons, fans, turbines, centrifuges–these vital components work tirelessly together. But movement creates friction, and friction generates heat. And with so many different parts pumping, rotating, oscillating, and grinding, it doesn’t take long for […]

Challenge A midwestern iron casting facility was having issues with sand removal rates from two separate rotary drums within their shakeout and cleaning process. The foundry was using Non-GK rotary drums and liners for initial mold removal as well as remaining sand removal at the end of the line. Employee safety, sand carryover, and casting […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: General Kinematics Announces its acquisition of CYRUS Schwingtechnik. February 15, 2021- General Kinematics, a vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, announced its acquisition of CYRUS Schwingtechnik Business Unit, located in Recklinghausen, Germany. CYRUS provides modular vibratory machines for efficient conveying and screening technology. The addition of CYRUS […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: General Kinematics announces their acquisition of Foundry Equipment Company. February 2, 2021- General Kinematics, a vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, announced their acquisition of Foundry Equipment Company, located in Stanwood, Iowa. This acquisition solidifies General Kinematics’ position as a premier foundry system integrator that offers quality, […]

                                                                               For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com       FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: […]

Everyday technology is used to make our lives easier. Phones, laptops, TVs, and even smartwatches all are used until they’ve stopped working or the upgraded version of the product is released. But then what do you do with the technology that’s no longer working? Well, that’s e-scrap and disposing safely of those items is imperative. […]

What is Powder Coating? Since the 1960s, powder coating has been a popular dry finishing process in North America. The powder coating process is very versatile, which makes it so popular. Because of its smooth finish, powder coating is both decorative and protective, making it extremely functional. It can also be used on a variety […]

What is Heat Treatment? Although most people don’t know what heat treatment is, it’s actually an essential part of the manufacturing process. That’s because heat treating allows a metal piece to be improved in order for the material to better withstand wear and tear. Heat treatment involves heating a metal or alloy to a specific […]

What is Ductile Iron? Ductile iron, also known as ductile cast iron, is a durable, fatigue-resistant metal due to its spherical graphite structure. First patented in 1948, ductile iron is today’s version of cast iron. Like cast iron, modern ductile iron contains small pieces of graphite which slightly change the properties of the iron.  What’s […]