Gear Failure Analysis

November 4–6—AGMA National Training Center, Chicago

Explore gear failure analysis in this hands-on seminar where students not only see slides of failed gears but can hold and examine over 130 specimens with the same failure modes covered in the seminar. Approximately half of the course time consists of students in groups identifying failure modes on failed gears and working on a case study. Microscopes are available to examine failed specimens.
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Analytical Gear Chart Interpretation

November 13—Live Online Course

This course is an introduction to the methodology of analytical gear inspection and the evaluation and interpretation of the resulting data. The application of this information to identify and correct manufacturing errors will begin to be explored. Additionally, it reviews chart interpretation and applies inspection data to understand the causes and cures of manufacturing errors. Many chart examples are used to understand cause and effect.
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Reverse Engineering

November 18–19—Live Online Course

Reverse engineering a gear system is not too unusual a task, and in many, but not all, cases, the process goes fairly well; thus, it is easy to become complacent. It is important, however, to fully understand the process and the best practice procedure for reverse engineering a gear system. Failure to fully follow best practice can result, at best, in an unhappy gear user, but in the worst case, it can lead to very expensive, time-consuming, and reputation-damaging litigation.
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Condition Monitoring

December 2–3—Live Online Course

In this course, we will examine each of these questions and the interrelation of each with a primary focus on how this information can be used to define the actions required to keep the gearbox running properly and to allow maintenance planning.
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Education Courses at MPT Expo

In just a few short weeks, join industry professionals from around the world at Motion + Power Technology Expo for a standout lineup of education courses designed to address today’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in mechanical power transmission.

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What’s New in Robotics Technology?

Manufacturers continue to see the value of automation and robotic technologies as industrial sectors outside of automotive look towards these solutions in 2025 and 2026 to bolster efficiency and fill much needed workforce gaps. AMRs, cobots and next-gen vision systems highlight the latest robotic and automation solutions.

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Is MPT Expo for You?

Power Transmission Engineering

If your work touches mechanical power transmission components, the answer is an overwhelming YES! For example, if you design machinery with gears or bearings, MPT Expo is for you. If you maintain plant equipment that requires replacement of mechanical components, MPT Expo is for you.
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STLE Introduces Interactive Lubrication Training Experience at Southwest Research Institute

Gear Technology

The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) — the technical society for individuals in the field of tribology and lubrication engineering — introduces its new Interactive Lubrication Training Experience on February 10-11, 2026, at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas. Registration is now open for the training.
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ABB and LandingAI Unleash the Power of Generative AI for Robotic Vision

Power Transmission Engineering

ABB Robotics has invested in California-based LandingAI to accelerate the transformation of vision AI, making it faster, more intuitive, and accessible to a broader range of users. This first of its kind collaboration will integrate LandingAI’s vision AI capabilities, like LandingLens, into ABB Robotics’ own software suite, marking another milestone in ABB’s journey towards truly autonomous and versatile robots.
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Tariff Update: US investigates robotics, industrial machinery imports

Supply Chain Dive

The Commerce Department has launched a Section 232 investigation of robotics and industrial machinery imports, according to a to-be-published federal filing. The agency started the investigation on Sept. 2 to determine the national security impact of importing a wide array of equipment, including robots and programmable, computer-controlled mechanical systems. The equipment spans computer numerical control machining centers, turning and milling machines, grinding and deburring equipment, and industrial stamping and pressing machines. Other items under investigation include automatic tool changers, jigs and fixtures, and machine tools for cutting, welding, and handling work pieces.
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Volvo Cars ramps up South Carolina Hybrid output

Automotive Manufacturing Solutions

Volvo Cars is funnelling additional capital into its Ridgeville, South Carolina plant, building on a $1.3 billion investment over the past decade. The goal is to fully utilise the facility’s 150,000-vehicle annual capacity, a move that promises sharper cost efficiencies in a sector battered by supply chain volatility. Operational since 2015, the plant currently produces the electric EX90 SUV and Polestar 3 but runs below potential.
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What AI-powered industrial copilots mean for the future of skilled labor in manufacturing

Business Insider

American manufacturing is at a crossroads. Record demand fueled by reshoring initiatives and clean energy investments clashes with a worsening skilled labor deficit. Over 600,000 US factory jobs remained unfilled in 2024, with the National Association of Manufacturers warning that persistent shortages could cost $1 trillion annually in lost productivity by 2030. To make matters worse, it's been estimated that about 10,000 baby boomers retire every day, which undoubtedly includes those with a lifetime of manufacturing experience.
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