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STOBER Drives ranked among 2026 Best Places to Work in Kentucky

STOBER Drives ranks 13th in the 2026 Best Places to Work in Kentucky and celebrates its ninth appearance on the list. Learn more about our culture and explore careers at STOBER.

New features in STOBER’s 3HP cLEAN Motor: More power, more control, more flexibility

Discover what’s new in STOBER’s 3 hp cLEAN Motor, including a right-angle option, power-off brake, and resolver or encoder feedback for washdown applications.

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Power meets hygiene in STOBER’s new 3HP cLEAN motor

Discover why STOBER’s cLEAN System outperforms motorized pulleys in food processing conveyor systems. Learn how this hygienic, IP69K-rated, stainless‑steel drive system reduces downtime, prevents water ingress, and simplifies maintenance while lowering total cost of ownership.

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STOBER cLEAN System outperforms motorized pulley in food processing environments

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STOBER success: Boosting reliability, efficiency for a major U.S. poultry processor

Improve uptime and cut maintenance costs. See how STOBER cLEAN motors helped a major U.S. poultry processor save $72K with a 67‑day ROI.

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Selecting gearboxes for robotic & industrial automation systems

 Learn how to choose gearboxes for automation & robotics—planetary, helical, or helical-bevel—based on load, precision, environment & lifecycle cost. 

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Horizontal mounting without the headaches: How STOBER makes it simple

Discover how STOBER eliminates the complexity of horizontal gearbox mounting with flexible, any‑orientation installation, reliable lubrication design, and leak‑proof seals—saving teams time, effort, and costly mistakes.

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What causes gearbox failure? Key causes & early warning signs

Learn what causes failure in industrial gearboxes—lubrication breakdown, misalignment, overload, contamination & wear—plus warning signs to catch early.

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Gearbox noise reduction: Causes, fixes & best practices

Reduce gearbox noise by fixing root causes like gear mesh issues, poor lubrication, misalignment, and vibration so drives run smoother, quieter, and longer.

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How to find information about an old STOBER unit or item in inventory

Looking for details on an old STOBER unit or inventory item? Use the STOBER Product ID Tool to instantly access installation guides, technical specs, and parts lists.

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