MASCHINENFABRIK ALFING KESSLER GMBH

The ALFING Kessler machine factory stands for the highest competence in crankshafts and induction hardening technology. Over more than 100 years, more than 10 million crankshafts have been produced. With a production area of over 114,000 m², equipped with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and excellent technological expertise, the ALFING Kessler machine factory has positioned itself globally and established an outstanding position in world markets. Customers in Asia are directly serviced from a service and sales location in Shanghai. In the "Large Crankshafts" business segment, ranging from 1.5 to 8.0 m in length, the company is one of the world's largest independent suppliers. These crankshafts are primarily used in engines for generators, pumping stations, rail vehicles, large construction machinery, and ships of all kinds. The "Automotive" sector specializes in the production of crankshafts up to approximately 1 m in length. The main area of activity includes all types of crankshafts for passenger car engines and also covers high-performance and racing engines. The "Hardening Machines" business segment develops and produces hardening systems that are distributed worldwide and are also used in the company's own crankshaft manufacturing. Based on the principle of a modular concept, proven and standardized systems are linked with customer-specific adaptations as needed.