Hardening of crankshafts ...
... from experts for experts

ALFING is the expert in hardening of small, automotive and large crankshafts, thanks largely to our own crankshaft manufacturing base.

Our knowledge covers the whole range of processes and technologies so we are a competent partner whatever the customer’s requirements may be.

Thanks to more than fifty years experience in induction hardening machines, we hardly ever have to say: "We have never done anything like this before."


To ALFING induction hardening of crankshafts means:

  • All types
    • for in-line engines
    • for V-engines
    • for V-engines with split pins
    • for boxer engines

  • All sizes
    • from 1 to 24 cylinders
    • from 200 to 1,500 mm overall length
    • above 1,500 mm on request

  • Total process control
    • all parameters
    • automatic diagnostics of the hardening machine
    • our online service hotline (an ALFING standard worldwide for years)
    • integrated in-process measuring system with database updating
    • Energy Measuring Equipment (EME)

  • Record holder
    • since 2006 ALFING holds the record for the fastest hardening plant for automotive crankshafts using 2 machines. Cycle time: < 30 s (!)

  • Systematic approach to induction hardening
    • for 100% quality
    • for 100% process control
    • for 100% success