Innovation in motion: How STOBER and EnviroFlight partner to power sustainable solutions

EnviroFlight, a Darling Ingredients company, is the leading producer of sustainable black soldier fly–based ingredients that support the needs of a growing global population. By upcycling organic waste into high-value products, EnviroFlight addresses food waste and provides a sustainable protein source to help meet the growing global demand for food.  At their Maysville, Kentucky production facility, EnviroFlight relies on STOBER gearboxes to keep critical processes running smoothly.

When EnviroFlight needed a more robust solution for their demanding dump arm and clam shell applications, they turned to STOBER—and found the reliability and support they were looking for.

The challenge

EnviroFlight’s dump arm application is a true test of endurance. The system places black soldier flies onto an incline conveyor three times per minute, 24 hours a day. With their previous gearbox supplier, the torque demands repeatedly tore through the gearbox output, causing costly downtime and frustration.

The STOBER solution

Manufacturing Engineer Peter Maurer knew EnviroFlight needed a more robust solutinon and redesigned the application with a STOBER gearbox. The team selected a STOBER K5 Series with a wobble-free bushing, delivering the durability and precision the process required.

“It was very easy to work with STOBER. Once we had our requirements, the application engineers did a great job with sizing and supporting us.” – Peter Maurer, EnviroFlight

Another critical application using STOBER at EnviroFlight is their clam shell feeder. Here, two 12-inch screw flights push material into a clam shell, which dumps when the desired weight is reached—on a cycle time of about 10 seconds. For this, EnviroFlight relies on STOBER’s C7 Series gearbox to deliver consistent, reliable performance.

Results that matter

By switching to STOBER, EnviroFlight gained:

• Application engineering support to ensure the right product for each challenge
• Reduced downtime and maintenance costs, keeping production on track
• Robust, reliable gearboxes that withstand continuous operation

From sustainable agriculture to advanced motion control, innovation is thriving in Maysville, Ky. STOBER is proud to partner with EnviroFlight, providing gearbox solutions that help power their mission to create a more sustainable future. By upcycling organic waste into high-value products, EnviroFlight addresses food waste and provides a sustainable protein source to help meet the growing global demand for food. 

Are you looking for a partner to deliver reliability, efficiency, quick turnaround, and expert support for your toughest applications? Look no further than STOBER! Try the STOBER Configurator or get in touch with our team for personalized recommendations. Connect with STOBER today and discover how our solutions can keep your operations running at peak performance. Contact us at (888) 786-2371 or email sales@stober.com.