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STOBER’s solutions for the poultry industry

Poultry processing can be a messy business, but STOBER products are able to withstand the toughest cleaning regiments, including IP69K. Plus, our industry-leading warranty gives you the peace of mind that the next routine washdown won’t cause major downtime.

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STOBER Memorial Golf Scramble a success

On Saturday, May 18, STOBER hosted a memorial golf scramble at Kenton Station Golf Course.  Proceeds from the scramble established scholarship funds for relatives of two employees who recently passed away unexpectedly.

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Most compact planetary geared motors just got better

The most compact planetary geared motors on the market just got better.  Now with a space-saving design, STOBER’s PH9-12 Generation 4 products feature lower weight, lower mass inertia, higher rigidity, and up to 20 percent more torque.  Plus, the reducer interface is 100 percent compatible to the previous generation!   

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What makes a product IP69K certified?

IP69K rating has two elements of testing: level of protection against solid matter such as dust, and level of protection against water ingress. The passing criterion for each is no ingress of foreign particles or liquids inside the gearbox or motor.

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Feil honored by MCTC

Maysville Community & Technical College (MCTC) recently honored STOBER General Manager Peter Feil for his service to their Board of Directors.  Feil said he is very grateful for having had the opportunity to serve on the MCTC Board.

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Year in review: Top blog posts of 2023

We hope our blog has been informative, useful, and inspiring this year. As a review of 2023, we look back at some of the year’s top blog posts and recap them here. Feel free to browse them again, or check them out if you missed them!

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OEM Renewal Program extends machine life

Food production is a harsh environment. While many gearboxes aren’t able to handle rigid washdowns and continuous operation, STOBER’s solutions pass the test, preventing premature failure and saving thousands of dollars in downtime.

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STOBER solutions for food production

Food production is a harsh environment. While many gearboxes aren’t able to handle rigid washdowns and continuous operation, STOBER’s solutions pass the test, preventing premature failure and saving thousands of dollars in downtime.

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STOBER’s paint process prevents flaking

STOBER’s quality paint mixture and painting process eliminates any worry about paint flaking.  Every food duty unit is washed to remove any grease that could prevent paint from properly adhering to the surface.  Then, each unit is painted with four layers of paint, including an antimicrobial clear coat. 

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STOBER and Rockwell Automation’s partner network

STOBER partners with Rockwell Automation to deliver mechatronics solutions that enable our mutual end-customers to optimize their machine’s efficiency, create reliable solutions, and save space while being backed by an industry-leading warranty. 

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STOBER featured at General Mills conference

STOBER regional managers Brian Gerzsenyi, Nick Smith, and Mark Sticklen recently presented at the General Mills Maintenance & Reliability Leadership Conference.  Their presentation focused on how to eliminate downtime related to gearboxes.

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Selecting the best power transmission gearbox

With a variety of gearboxes on the market that can fulfill diverse requirements, selecting the best power transmission gearbox can be a challenge.  Avoid making a wrong decision to avoid wasting money on a more expensive gearbox that isn’t necessary.

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STOBER 3D modeling brings new perspective

As a consumer, you use 3D modeling when you research items such as cars, clothing, shoes, and appliances online, so why shouldn’t you see 3D models of your gearboxes too?  Now you can with STOBER’s new 3D modeling tools.

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STOBER lunch benefit a success

Our HR team prepared sack lunches last week and raised more than $800 to benefit Christy Wilson Kirk, daughter of Bill & Cheryl. Cheryl’s Cleaning Service takes care of our custodial needs.

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Selecting the best gearbox oil

Gearbox oil leaks can be a maintenance nightmare – especially in food or beverage applications. STOBER knows differences matter, which is why we evaluate our lubrication thoroughly.

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STOBER saves time during machine design

Design engineers deal with numerous obstacles when creating a machine – inefficient supplier communication, limited design time, and unfamiliarity with a brand all add up. These delays can make the engineer miss an important deadline. But don’t worry–STOBER can help overcome these challenges.

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Aftermarket support from STOBER

STOBER’s service department offers several levels of expert analysis to inspect products after they have been installed in the field. With a standard five-day turnaround for the basic evaluation, our team is committed to having you back up and running as quickly as possible.

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