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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Heat Treat Integration in Modern Manufacturing

December 2–Free Emerging Tech Webinar

As we all move forward into more modern manufacturing layouts and methods, heat treating is moving ahead as well. In this webinar, we will be discussing modern heat treating and how versatile, capable, safe, and efficient it can be in the modern workspace. Features that involve heat treating from floorspace, energy, loading, and processes will be discussed. Learn more about what is available and what new facilities are being installed today and tomorrow.
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The Pattern of Necessity

Step into an autumn landscape, and it quickly becomes clear that nature has little regard for tidy rules. Leaves spiral unpredictably, pumpkins swell into odd asymmetries, and apples wrinkle and pucker around their stems. Yet engineers have long clung to the comforting principle that form follows function, as if everything were designed purely to serve its purpose without deviation.

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Industry News

Over 4,000 Industry Professionals Gathered for the 2025 Motion + Power Technology Expo

Gear Technology

The Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA) co-hosted the Motion + Power Technology Expo (MPT Expo) and ASM Heat Treat that welcomed 4,425 industry professionals October 21-23 at the Huntington Place Convention Center in Detroit, Michigan. Additionally, the MPMA Fall Technical Meeting (FTM), the premier gear and bearing technical conference in the U.S., gathered the foremost experts from around the world.
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25 years of Klingelnberg México

Gear Technology

Klingelnberg México, S.A. de C.V. is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Since its founding in November 2000, the company, based in Querétaro, Mexico, has developed into a significant subsidiary of the Klingelnberg Group. “The 25th anniversary is an important milestone for us and underscores the continuous development of our location,” explains Adrian Hernandez, Managing Director of Klingelnberg México. “Especially in the early years, we faced the challenge of orienting ourselves and establishing a foothold in a new market environment. Through strategic action and dedicated teamwork, we were able to successfully master this phase.”
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MPMA Presents Distinguished Service Award During the Annual Fall Technical Meeting

Gear Technology

The Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA) held the annual Fall Technical Meeting (FTM), co-located with the Motion + Power Technology Expo (MPT Expo), last week in Detroit, MI. An awards luncheon was held on the first day of the conference to recognize many individuals who have contributed to the technical community through standards development. Awards were presented to over 30 MPMA technical committee members.
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The Gearbox Conspiracy: How Carmakers Quietly Share Their Most Intimate Component

Auto Evolution

Every car enthusiast loves to believe their machine is special. That their clutch pedal is heavier for a reason. That their automatic 'feels different' because it’s tuned for their brand’s DNA. That the transmission–the sacred mechanical middleman between power and motion–is somehow bespoke, handcrafted by engineers who whispered poetry to aluminum casings.
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MPMA Awards Announced During FTM Awards Luncheon at MPT Expo

Gear Technology

The Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA) presented numerous awards during the 2025 Fall Technical Meeting (FTM) Awards Luncheon in Detroit, MI. The event took place on the first day of the FTM, which was co-located with the Motion + Power Technology Expo. Awards were presented to MPMA technical committee members who have published a document within the last year.
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ZF Showcases Advanced Mining Solutions at IME 2025 in Kolkata

Construction World

ZF Group, a global leader in technology and engineering with over 110 years of expertise, showcased its latest industrial solutions for the mining sector at the 10th International Mining, Equipment, Minerals & Metals Exhibition (IME) 2025, held in Kolkata from October 30 to November 2. The company presented advanced drive systems for large mining excavators, swing and drive gears, and its Redulus4F industrial gearboxes, designed for high torque and efficiency in stationary mining applications. ZF also highlighted its world-class tunnel boring gearboxes with customised adaptations.
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Renk Supplies 12 Double Marine Gear Units for Six RoPax Ferries

Power Transmission Engineering

Renk Group AG, a leading provider of propulsion solutions for the military and civilian sectors, has received an order to supply 12 NDSL-3600 double marine gear units. The first of these are to be delivered to the customer Kongsberg Maritime Sweden AB in the fourth quarter of 2026. The gear units will be used in six RoPax ferries belonging to an international shipping company.
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New Book from Gleason: "Gear Technology Solutions" by Prof. Dr. Hermann Stadtfeld

Gear Technology

Gleason Corporation has announced the publication of Gear Technology Solutions, a new book by Prof. Dr. Hermann Stadtfeld, continuing and completing his acclaimed 2019 work Practical Gear Engineering. Gear Technology Solutions offers a comprehensive collection of answers to frequently asked questions on bevel gear–related topics, serving as a valuable resource for both industry professionals and academic researchers. The book covers 30 topics across 462 pages, illustrated with 396 figures and 15 tables to enhance understanding and retention of the material.
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