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   Gear Manufacturing Technology Update       December 11, 2019

Gear Technology - To Be Continued

By Michael Goldstein, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

When I started Gear Technology more than 35 years ago, my intention was to create something of lasting value for the gear industry. It was a way of giving back to the industry that had been so good to me and my family.

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Efficiently geared, completely machined—PITTLER SkiveLine

Efficiently geared, completely machined—PITTLER SkiveLine

Pioneering machine series PITTLER SkiveLine allows for maximum quality internal and external gearings to be machined faster, more flexible and at lower tool costs. The 5-axis Power Skiving gearing center also features complete machining in one single clamping, automated loading and unloading as well as an intelligent tool and measuring concept for highly efficient series production.

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Kapp Niles KNG 3P – Big bang for the buck!

Kapp Niles KNG 3P – Big bang for the buck!

Efficiency paired with ergonomic design makes the KNG 3P the perfect solution for flexible production of small and medium lot sizes. With its easy to use interface it perfectly complements the diverse KAPP NILES machine portfolio. Gear profile grinding at its best, fast delivery available!

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Which vacuum furnace is right for your business?

Which vacuum furnace is right for your business?

Start by asking: What processes do you perform? Whether it’s carburizing, nitriding, hardening or quenching, that determines the equipment you need. The SECO/VISORY team from SECO/VACUUM can help you figure it out -- at no cost to qualified companies. And with best-in-class technologies to choose from, we likely have the perfect solution.

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Master Gears and Gauges from Star SU

Master Gears and Gauges from Star SU

Star SU offers a wide range of precision gauges for measurement, calibration, setting, and correction purposes including; master gears, setting masters, and rolling gears. Learn more about the entire offering:

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Forest City Gear Adds Gleason GP300ES Gear Shaper

Forest City Gear Adds Gleason GP300ES Gear Shaper

Forest City Gear is the first company in North America to put the new GP300ES into production. With increased cutter spindle speed up to 1,500 strokes per minute, we’re able to offer even faster turn-around and higher quality for precision internal and external gears up to 300 mm in diameter.

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Gear Nitriding in Vacuum

Gear Nitriding in Vacuum

Vacuum gas nitride processing from Solar Atmospheres can significantly increase the fatigue strength and service life of your parts. Benefits include case depths up to 0.025” and improved wear and anti-galling properties due to a 40 - 70% increase in surface hardness. Corrosion resistance is increased through nitrogen-enrichment.

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