News

09.07.2026 Support for the TIENGENER SOMMER Jazz Festival

We are really looking forward to the TIENGENER SOMMER – a fantastic event in our lovely little town and a cultural highlight for the whole region. The weekend promises top-class live music, a unique atmosphere and unforgettable moments. Together with many other local businesses, we are doing our bit to ensure the jazz festival is a success.

11.06.2026 New CNC lathe and an emotional farewell to the old boring machine

With the commissioning of our new SMEC SL 3500XY CNC lathe, we are expanding our machine fleet and creating additional capacity for precision manufacturing tasks. At the same time, we are saying goodbye to a machine that has shaped our company for decades. The WOTAN boring mill previously in use dates back to 1969 and was the first new machine purchased by our former owner, Heinz Flohr.

22.05.2026 TOC Europe 2026: Focus on the future of port and crane technology

TOC Europe 2026 in Hamburg was once again a resounding success this year. From 19 to 21 May 2026, port authorities, terminal operators, shipping companies and shippers from all over the world came together to discuss the latest trends, innovative technologies and forward-looking solutions in the field of port and terminal facilities. Our Managing Director, Stefan Flohr, was there and looks back on three intensive and successful days at the trade fair.

20.02.2026 Reference project from gear technology – precision meets hygiene

In this current project, we were once again able to demonstrate our expertise in special gearbox construction: for a mixing plant in the food industry, we implemented a customised special development consisting of two angular gearboxes and a spur gear stage, which was designed as a compact and powerful gearbox combination. The aim was to develop a precise, reliable and compact drive solution that was optimally tailored to the customer's specific requirements.

02.02.2026 Project presentation: Drive technology for hydroelectric power station

In our reference project for the customer Turbinen- und Kraftwerksanlagenbau EFG, we supplied several components for a water turbine. The Kaplan turbine was developed as a high-end product with optimised efficiency for run-of-river power plants. It is suitable both as a new plant for sustainable green electricity generation and for the refurbishment and revitalisation of existing plants. Find out more about our tailored product solutions for hydroelectric power plants.

23.10.2025 New trainee in administration

We would like to introduce a new face to our administration team. Philipp began his training as an industrial clerk on 1 September and has been strengthening the FLOHR administration team ever since. With his open manner and interest in commercial processes, he quickly settled in and has already gained some exciting insights into everyday working life. His first few weeks were characterised by many new impressions, friendly colleagues and a steep learning curve. The 21-year-old describes his first weeks at FLOHR as follows:

15.08.2025 Project presentation: Lifting gear system for bridge expansion joint test bench

In our reference project for the customer Maurer SE, we supplied several lifting systems for an expansion joint test bench. The test bench is used to test road transition structures (expansion joints) for their mobility and wear resistance. The test specimen is operated within its maximum movement limits to verify its mobility. In addition, cyclic movement sequences with a high number of repetitions are performed to check wear resistance.

06.03.2025 Permanent wear monitoring for drum couplings

Advancing digitalization is opening up new, innovative approaches to increasing operational safety and efficiency in crane technology. A central focus here is on the continuous monitoring of wear on rope drum joint connections, which is superior to conventional inspection methods in many respects. The new Malmedie LifeMonitor reduces crane downtimes thanks to early wear detection and increases planning reliability with precise real-time data.

03.02.2025 Project presentation: Drive unit for floor pull-in press

In our reference project for the customer NOBAG Nobs Engineering AG, we supplied the drive train including several special bevel gearboxes for a combined floor press. Together with our customer, we realised the planning, design, production and assembly. Our competent team of technicians and engineers supported the entire process - from parts and production planning through to the finished end product.

09.01.2025 New overview-PDF: Couplings for heavy industry

In unserer neuen PDF-Broschüre mit dem Titel „Kupplungen für die Schwerindustrie“ finden Sie alle relevanten Kupplungsarten, die speziell für Heavy Duty Anwendungen entwickelt wurden. Die Übersicht deckt eine Vielzahl von Kupplungstypen und ergänzend auch mechanischen bzw. hydraulische Reibschlussverbindungen ab, die sich durch ihre Robustheit und Leistungsfähigkeit auszeichnen. Dabei sind alle wichtigsten technischen Daten auf einem Blick ersichtlich.

16.09.2024 Project presentation: Assembly for production machine

For decades, we have specialised in the planning, design, manufacture and assembly of drive elements and assemblies for mechanical and plant engineering. In close co-operation with our end customers, we focus on small series with a high level of vertical integration. Our experienced team of technicians and engineers provides expert support from parts and production planning through to the finished product. Find out more about our services in our reference project for a market-leading machine manufacturer of hygiene products.

11.09.2024 Shrink discs for the food and pharmaceutical industries

In the food and pharmaceutical industries, high reliability and easy assembly and maintenance play an important role in the development of pump drives or agitators. The shrink discs or shaft couplings from our partner TAS Schäfer are ideal for reliable power transmission. Stainless steel versions are often used to increase the service life and reliability of the connection.

19.04.2024 Project presentation: Development of a special gearbox

Regardless of whether optimisation or new development is required. We work together with our customers to develop customised drive concepts. Supported by modern CAD systems, we plan, analyse and simulate the ideal drive solution at the highest level. In this project, our design team took on the development of a special gearbox for the maintenance of large compressors.

12.04.2024 Stainless steel safety couplings and friction torque limiters

In addition to reliable protection against overload and system failure, maintaining the operational capability of all drive elements also plays an important role, particularly in the most difficult environmental conditions of all drive elements plays an important role. Keyword: Corrosion protection

12.02.2024 Acoustic measuring device for ideal belt tension

With its highly sensitive sensor, the compact LüCo TensionPro2 measuring device enables non-contact, acoustic measurement of the belt tension. The professional measuring device enables precise adjustment of the belt tension. This increases the efficiency of the drive and reduces energy costs at the same time.