Franke GmbH
Componentry
Company Overview
Franke specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced bearing and linear guide systems, offering robust and precise solutions for a variety of demanding industries. The company's expertise is particularly valuable in sectors requiring high efficiency, durability, and adaptability, such as renewable energy generation, where its products contribute to optimizing performance and minimizing operational costs.
Wire Race Bearings and Slewing Rings
Franke's wire race bearings (Drahtwälzlager) are engineered for economic efficiency and flexible integration into diverse constructions. They feature a large center clearance, enabling optimized drive designs that are both compact and powerful. These bearings can accommodate loads from all directions through a 4-point system, require minimal installation space, and are customizable in terms of material and geometry, including options like amagnetic ceramic rolling elements. A notable application is in solar panels for precise sun tracking, effectively managing significant moment loads, such as those caused by wind. Franke also provides complete slewing rings (Drehverbindungen), which are custom-designed, available in various sizes, and can include individual drillings and gearings. These can be manufactured from materials like aluminum, stainless steel, carbon, or 3D-printed housings.
Linear Guides and Drive Systems
The company's linear guides are recognized for their light weight, quiet, and smooth operation. They offer adjustable sliding resistance, lifetime lubrication, and are maintenance-free, supporting high acceleration and travel speeds. Franke provides several configurations, including profile rails with carriages and profile rail pairs with roller shoe pairs, all offering extensive customization options for profiles and running components to meet specific application needs. Beyond individual components, Franke offers customized positioning and drive units, including powerful direct drive systems (Torque) that find application in medical technology, such as computer tomographs.
Commitment to Quality and Sustainability
Franke emphasizes tailored solutions, with products designed to integrate seamlessly into existing systems, providing maximum flexibility. The company also promotes sustainability through refurbishing services for its products. Beyond its technical offerings, Franke demonstrates a commitment to its employees through training and safety initiatives, and to the wider community via the Erich Franke Foundation, which supports science, research, and environmental protection.
