Behind the Machines: IRF Members to Tour General Kinematics’ Cutting-Edge Recycling Facility

This June, the Illinois Recycling Foundation (IRF) invites its members to step inside one of the state’s most advanced recycling technology operations. On Tuesday, June 17 at 10:30 AM, IRF members will gain an all-access pass to General Kinematics (GK), a company renowned for breakthrough innovations in material screening, conveying, and separation.

A Look Under the Hood

Participants will see firsthand how GK’s proprietary equipment tackles challenges in both industrial and municipal recycling. Highlights include:

• Live Demonstrations: Watch high-speed separation systems sort materials with pinpoint accuracy.
• Technical Deep Dive: Hear from GK’s engineering team about design choices, maintenance best practices, and performance metrics.
• Innovations Preview: Get an early glimpse at next-generation technologies that promise to further streamline sorting and improve throughput.

Why This Matters

For facility managers, operations leads, and sustainability advocates alike, this tour offers valuable takeaways:

• Operational Efficiency: Identify small tweaks that can lead to significant cost savings.
• Networking: Exchange ideas and build partnerships with peers who face similar challenges.
• Strategic Planning: Learn how to future-proof your recycling line with emerging technologies.

Registration Information

• When: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 @ 10:30 AM
• Where: General Kinematics, 5050 Rickert Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

For questions or assistance, contact info@illinoisrecycles.org.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, expand your professional network, and see the future of recycling in action. We look forward to welcoming you at GK!