Drive technology for the private sector
In the private sphere, comfort, everyday practicality, and ease of use are paramount. Smart homes and smart offices require compact, quiet, and networked drives—for example, for height-adjustable tables, roller shutter and shading systems, or quiet, reliable document shredders. In household and kitchen technology, precise drive solutions in fully automatic coffee machines, household robots, and kitchen appliances ensure comfort, durability, and ease of use. In addition, there are drives in micromobility and leisure technology, such as in e-bikes and fitness equipment, where lightweight construction, noise optimization, and energy efficiency are crucial.
Gears and gear components for coffee machines
Customized worm gear sets for satellite adjustment
This satellite system is ideal for those who travel to remote locations and value satellite reception with maximum convenience. At the touch of a button, the satellite antenna starts a fully automatic search, identifies the satellite within seconds, and transmits the desired program. This is ensured by innovative swivel head technology, in which only the head of the antenna rotates while the body of the antenna remains fixed. The precise, low-backlash worm gear sets from Framo Morat provide reliable service and guarantee angle-accurate positioning. The innovative swivel head technology offers the following advantages: reduced power consumption, less space required, and lower mechanical stress.
Gear components for document shredders
In the drive system for the cutting mechanism of a wide variety of industrial document shredders, our hybrid gears made of plastic and metal are subjected to extreme loads, especially in the event of jamming. The heavily loaded element in the cutting mechanism is made of metal and overmolded with a plastic gear. This combines the advantages of both materials: metal absorbs peak loads and provides resistance, while plastic dampens shocks, saves weight, and ensures smooth operation. Gear components made of the high-temperature plastic PEEK are also frequently used. These can withstand high thermal and mechanical loads. This is important in the event of blockages, when the cutting mechanism is subjected to extreme forces for a short period of time. In addition, PEEK gears are resistant to lubricants, dust, and paper residues, giving them a very long service life.
Plastic gears for table height adjustment
Ergonomics is becoming increasingly important in modern working environments. Lifting drive units allow tables or workstations to be individually adjusted in height, thereby promoting comfort, productivity, and the health of users. At the heart of these systems are precision plastic gear components that reliably convert the speed and torque of the drive motor into a smooth lifting motion. The use of a 2K plastic spur gear is particularly advantageous here. The harder material ensures high dimensional stability, precise power transmission, and a long service life, while the softer material reduces noise and vibration in the gearbox. This allows working positions to be adjusted quickly, quietly, and comfortably – whether for changing body sizes, different activities, or alternating between sitting and standing.
Wheelsets and gear components for micromobility
The advantages of combining metal and plastic are particularly evident in e-bike motors. The high-precision spur gear stage, consisting of a helical metal rotor shaft and a plastic gear wheel, ensures weight savings on the one hand and smooth running and a long service life on the other. Our gear components are also used in the battery. The screw-on plates fit tightly onto the battery contacts, providing reliable protection against moisture, dirt, and corrosion at the sensitive connection points. During the manufacturing process, the flame-retardant plastic material is fed to the tool in a fully automated process and all stamped and bent parts are completely overmolded. This ensures that the screw-on plates meet the high stability requirements and are free of visual defects.
Underfloor cover systems for swimming pools
Pool covers reduce heat loss and evaporation, simplify cleaning, and increase safety for people and animals in private swimming pools. Underground roll-off systems for pool covers are installed underwater and must therefore be completely watertight for years to come. For this demanding application, Framo Morat has developed a special tubular motor that is double-sealed using AQUASEAL technology and is therefore corrosion-resistant and maintenance-free in the long term. The PoolCoverDrive with integrated three-stage hybrid planetary gearbox delivers a transmission ratio of 1000:1 with an output torque of 300 Nm.
