Gear Industry News September 19, 2023
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AGMA Updates
How to Read and Interpret a Gear Inspection Report
November 2—Live Online Virtual Training
This half-day online seminar is intended to provide you with a thorough understanding of the information contained within a typical gear inspection report. Specifically, we will look at the contents and meaning of the information contained within the gear charts, as well as the techniques used by the gear measurement system to assess gear quality. An explanation of basic gear measurement techniques, how measurement equipment and test machines implement these techniques, and how to interpret the results from these basic measurements will be covered. We will also discuss how to interpret the results and what corrective actions may be considered if the quality of a particular gear is unsatisfactory.Register Today
Loaded Tooth Contact Analysis—Fall
November 9—Live Online Course
Evaluation of loaded tooth contact and development of tooth modifications using commercially available software to improve KHB and optimize power density. Two real-life gearing examples will be presented in the course, one will have a cantilever-mounted pinion, the other a shaft pinion straddled nonsymmetrically by bearings. Both examples demonstrate component deflections under load which significantly reduce tooth mesh contact which is then corrected with developed helix and profile modifications. Other gear performance optimization tools will also be briefly discussed: Profile Shift, Isotropic Finishing, Shot Peening, Accuracy, and Material Selection.Register Today
Gear Systems Design for Minimum Noise
December 5–7—Doubletree Mission Bay; San Diego
The need for noise control and its relation to gear drive design will be discussed. The general nature of noise and its measurement will be examined, with particular emphasis on terminology standards, and units of measurement appropriate to gear technology. Although, ideally, the designer should solve noise problems on the drawing board, in the real world this sometimes does not occur. Various techniques that can reduce the noise level of existing gear systems without requiring major hardware replacement will be presented and discussed. Included in the discussion will be enclosures, absorbers, dissipative dampers, isolators (gearbox and gear blank), and impulse phasing.Register Today
Fundamentals of Worm and Crossed Axis Helical Gearing
December 5–7—Doubletree Mission Bay; San Diego
Anyone interested in worm and wheel technology will benefit from this course. From someone with a basic understanding of parallel or bevel gearing, but with no experience with worm and wheel technology, to those who have worked with this technology but would appreciate a deeper insight into the actual practice of their development and use. Learning objectives include gaining a basic appreciation for worm and wheel technology; understanding the reasoning behind the application of this technology; being able to surmise the design requirements of worm and wheel gearing as a function of the application; understanding lubrication requirements and articulate those to the gearbox designer; and benefit from a review of failures and failure modes.Register Today
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Industry News
New Three-Part ISO Document on Bevel Gears
Gear Technology
The AGMA Technical Division informs of the publication of the following new documents by ISO Central: ISO 10300-1:2023, Calculation of load capacity of bevel gears—Part 1: Introduction and general influence factors; ISO 10300-2:2023, Calculation of load capacity of bevel gears—Part 2: Calculation of surface durability (macropitting); and ISO 10300-3:2023, Calculation of load capacity of bevel gears—Part 3: Calculation of tooth root strength.Read More
UAW Strike Day 4: GM Threatens to Send 2,000 Workers Home, Ford Cuts 600 Jobs
npr.org
As the autoworkers strike enters Day 4, the two sides are digging in. On one side are the United Auto Workers, who say record corporate profits should yield a record contract. On the other, are the Big Three automakers—General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis—who say they have put historically generous offers on the table, while also emphasizing that there are limits.Read More
UK Gearbox Manufacturer Creates 38 Engineering Jobs
pesmedia.com
Precision engineering firm David Brown Santasalo (DBSantasalo) has announced plans to create 38 engineering jobs at its Huddersfield headquarters. The gearbox manufacturer, which was acquired by US private equity firm Stellex Capital Management earlier this year, has appointed Elland-based manufacturing and engineering specialist E3 Recruitment to manage the appointment program and secure 38 new skilled engineers for the firm.Read More
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Rebranded Perkins Unveils New Global Strategy to Advance Sustainable Power
Power Transmission Engineering
Perkins, a global manufacturer of advanced power solutions and diesel-engine powerhouse, has rebranded to better reflect its commitment to helping customers confidently challenge conventional wisdom and explore new ways to achieve their power and climate-related goals.Read More
German Gearbox Maker Renk Set to Price IPO in Early October
reuters.com
German defense contractor Renk aims to price its initial public offering (IPO) early next month, people familiar with the matter told Reuters, in the latest sign of life in Europe's capital markets. Renk, which supplies gearboxes for Germany’s Leopard battle tank, announced plans for a listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange earlier on Tuesday that will see its private equity owner Triton sell part of its stake.Read More
Schaeffler and H2 Green Steel Intensify Cooperation
Power Transmission Engineering
Schaeffler, the motion technology company, and Swedish startup H2 Green Steel have decided to intensify their already close partnership. The two companies made the decision in the course of a recent equity funding round, in which Schaeffler agreed to invest a further 65 million euros, a significant increase that takes its total stake to 100 million euros. That’s the most equity Schaeffler has ever put into a minority stake in another company. As a strategic technology partner of H2 Green Steel, Schaeffler will channel its know-how into the development of new steel products, such as green e-steel for electromobility.Read More
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Carver Cos. Proposes Land Swap for Wind Projects
Times Union
Carver Cos. and a private landowner intend to ask the town to rezone two plots of land — including a 364-acre wildlife management area—as the Port of Coeymans tries to prepare for potential offshore wind projects. Carver Cos. is awaiting an award announcement from NYSERDA as part of the third round of solicitations for bids to manufacture and develop offshore wind energy projects. The other two projects the company hopes to be a part of include manufacturing cables that connect wind turbines to the electrical grid and manufacturing and building nacelles, which house a turbine’s gearbox, shafts, generator, and brake.Read More
Wintriss Appoints National Sales Manager
Gear Technology
Wintriss Controls Group, a leading manufacturer of press automation, die protection, and safety controls for the metal stamping industry, and OEE/ data collection software for all discrete manufacturing, has promoted Barry Erlandson to National Sales Manager. Beginning in 2014, Mr. Erlandson has held several engineering and sales management positions with Wintriss Controls Group, providing him with a robust and insightful background for his new role as National Sales Manager.Read More
Flender Opens New Factory in Sydney to Strengthen Its Presence in Australia
World Nation News
German powertrain specialist Flender recently opened a new factory in Sydney, Australia. With an area of more than 1800 square meters and a structural capacity to support a 50-ton crane, Flender is committed to providing customers with OEM quality services. With this new facility, Flender can repair gearboxes weighing up to 40 tons, as well as equipment such as wind turbine main shafts, lubrication systems, hydraulic clutches, and brakes.Read More
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An EV Mechanic Shortage Is Looming, but Nobody Knows When It’s Coming
The Drive
One of the early arguments for electric vehicles was that they wouldn't need as much maintenance. In practice, however, EVs have been subject to quality issues and recalls too, while their repairs have sometimes been stalled by a lack of parts. Sometime soon, EV owners may also find themselves struggling just to find a qualified mechanic—but the evidence leaves it unclear when the problem could arise, or how bad it might be.Read More