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From bull-strong drive to effective damping of vibrations – discover SGF’s agriculture solutions now.
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A spring-like day. Almost calm. The soil is slightly moist. Ideal to plow it carefully before sowing. Hard to imagine that less than 100 years ago, this was often done by laborious manual work with oxen and donkeys and horses. Hard work. It literally went to the bone.
No question, even today farming requires a lot of dedication and hard, sometimes physically demanding work. So it’s all the better that many tasks can be done far more effectively and comfortably thanks to powerful tractors with powerful drives and a high level of comfort.
Many agricultural engineering companies rely on SGF products for this purpose. Because our solutions for power transmission ensure bull-strong drive. And our products for vibration damping make controlling and operating agricultural machinery particularly comfortable and precise.Â
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I grew up with agricultural technology and know the challenges in modern agriculture. With this understanding, my colleagues and I try to develop even better solutions every day. Our customers appreciate this and have been loyal to us for decades.
Franz M. Wimmer | Product Manager Agriculture at SGF
Technical foundation of our solutions
Our Products
From global players for agricultural machinery to small and medium-sized companies from the agriculture sector – they all rely on drive technology products from SGF. And for good reason. Because with our products, they will manage to stay at the forefront in the future.Â
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You are still unsure which product is best suited for your challenge? Or do you have very specific requirements for one of our products? Then you’ve come to the right place! Our engineers will be happy to provide you with advice and support.
For which area are you looking for a solution?​
Forage Harvesting
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Your Challenge
What is your challenge? For which specific area in agriculture are you looking for a solution? Our products are suitable for a wide range of applications. It would go beyond the scope of this article to list all these areas. Therefore: Contact us. Tell us about your challenges. Together, we are sure to find a suitable solution for you.
Everything from one hand
SGF is your development partner for agriculture. Together with our customers, we develop products that meet individual requirements. Thanks to over 75 years of experience and our state-of-the-art equipment, we are able to develop solutions for the most demanding tasks. Ready-to-assemble systems made of elastic components with flanges or adapters can be developed, tested and produced due to our great competence.
In-house materials laboratory
When developing products, we use state-of-the-art materials laboratory to ensure best possible solution for your application. In doing so, we develop and process various elastomer compounds (NBR, SBR, EPDM, silicone / VMQ) according to requirements.
Virtual product development
Virtual product development includes multi-body simulation (MBS), finite element method (FEM) Â and FKM evaluation (strength verification). Rapid prototyping is used to verify calculation and measurement.
In-house Testing
Validation of design and products done in-house according with customer specifications.
FAQ for our Agricultural Technology Solutions
What are SGFlex couplings and what are they used for?
SGFlex couplings are elastic coupling elements that reliably transmit torque and forces. They dampen torque peaks and reduce vibrations, which extends the service life of machine components. In agricultural engineering, they are used in the drive trains of tractors, harvesters and attachments.
What are the current challenges in agricultural engineering, and how do SGFlex products help to solve them?
In agricultural engineering, machines face extreme challenges: the time windows for green fodder and field harvesting are often very small, and agricultural machinery is pushed to its limits. Reliable technology that is easy to maintain is important here. The environmental conditions, with dust, dirt, moisture and heat, as well as abrupt load changes due to obstacles such as stones, pose a further challenge.
The drive technology is particularly challenged. Misalignment, vibrations and high torque peaks can cause damage to gearboxes and shafts.
SGFlex products, such as SGFlex couplings or the SGFlex 3F series, absorb these loads thanks to their elastic design, minimise wear and ensure smooth power transmission. The result: longer machine service life and less downtime.
The easy use of SGFlex-products and their resistance to harsh environmental conditions have proven themselves in the market.
SGFlex products, such as SGFlex couplings or the SGFlex 3F series, absorb these loads thanks to their elastic design, minimise wear and ensure smooth power transmission. The result: longer machine service life and less downtime.
The easy use of SGFlex-products and their resistance to harsh environmental conditions have proven themselves in the market.
How does the SGFlex tension force principle and Tenpu® thread technology work?
Tension force principle means that vulcanized-in thread bundles transfer torque as tensile forces. Tenpu® thread technology elastically absorbs torque peaks and reduces start-up shocks. The elastomer protects the thread bundles and minimises vibrations and noise – ideal for quiet and efficient drive systems.
What torque ranges do SGFlex products cover?
SGFlex products cover a wide range: from 0 to approx. 19,000 Nm for SGFlex couplings, up to 3,240 Nm for the SGFlex-3F series, 3,900–13,200 Nm for the SGFlex LC system and up to 3,240 Nm for the SGFlex 3FD CONNECT drive shaft. This makes them suitable for almost all applications in agricultural technology.
How do SGF products help reduce vibrations and compensate for misalignment?
SGFlex products effectively absorb vibrations and load peaks thanks to their elastic thread construction. Misalignment is compensated, so aggregates are protected and machine operation is made quieter and more durable.
What requirements does green fodder harvesting place on drive technology, and how do SGFlex couplings and drive shafts support these?
Green fodder harvesting requires drive components that can withstand sudden load changes and vibrations. SGFlex couplings and drive shafts dampen vibrations thanks to their thread-reinforced elastomer construction, thereby protecting the tractor and attachment. They also ensure consistent power transmission under difficult conditions such as dust, dirt and moisture.
How do SGF products cope with the high mechanical loads in tractors and self-propelled machines?
The robust SGFlex components absorb vibrations and torque peaks, relieve the transmission and frame, and thus ensure the reliability of tractors and self-propelled machines. Their high power density makes them particularly suitable for demanding applications.
What is the SGFlex-3F series and why is it ideal for heavy agricultural machinery?
The SGFlex-3F series combines flexible joint discs (SGFlex couplings) with robust forged steel flanges. It offers a compact and maintenance-friendly solution that transmits high torques and compensates for misalignments. These characteristics make it a perfect fit for tractors and harvesters.
What are the special features of the SGFlex LC coupling system?
SGFlex LC couplings offer exceptionally high power density and are completely maintenance-free. They are lubricant-free and resistant to dust, dirt and moisture. This makes them particularly suitable for use in demanding environments such as agricultural machinery.
What makes the SGFlex-3FD-CONNECT drive shaft unique and what advantages does it offer for agricultural technology?
The SGFlex-3FD-CONNECT is a preconfigured drive shaft or shaft-to-shaft connection that combines an SGFlex-3F coupling with fixed flanges. This system offers a robust and low-maintenance solution for torque transmission in drive systems. Its ability to compensate for misalignment makes it particularly suitable for applications in agricultural technology, such as tractors and self-propelled harvesters, which operate under high loads.
Why is vibration damping important in agricultural technology and how do SGFlex products contribute to this?
Vibration damping is essential to ensure comfort, safety and the service life of agricultural machinery. Vibration reduction is achieved through various technologies: Products such as SGFlex couplings and parts from the SGFlex 3F series use Tenpu® thread technology to elastically cushion torque peaks. Other solutions, such as the SGFlex LC system, rely on optimised elastomers for vibration damping. This variety of technologies enables SGFlex products to offer maximum efficiency in a wide range of applications.
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