Power Transmission Engineering E-mail NewsletterSeptember 1, 2026

September 1, 2026

Kuka Automated Trailer Unloading Enhances Worker Safety for Distribution Centers

Kuka Robotics is assisting warehouses and distribution centers in creating safer working environments through automation solutions that reduce repetitive lifting, bending, and twisting. As companies turn to robotics to automate physically demanding tasks such as case unloading that can contribute to employee injuries, Kuka enables customers to meet those challenges with flexible, reliable automation.

Kollmorgen Details Why High Voltage Doesn’t Need to Mean High Complexity

In industrial facilities where 400–480V three-phase power is standard, machine builders are often faced with a different kind of challenge. It is not a question of whether to use high voltage but how to design motion systems that work effectively within that environment without introducing unnecessary complexity.

Ruland Offers D-Bore Couplings for Secure Torque Transmission on D-Shafts

Ruland has introduced D-bore couplings designed to engage directly with D-profile shafting to prevent slippage in critical motion-control applications such as semiconductor equipment, medical devices, and factory or warehouse automation systems.

Your Comprehensive Bearing Solution Provider

Napoleon Engineering Services is your one-stop shop for engineered bearing products, specializing in bearing inspection, testing and custom bearing manufacturing. For 28 years, NES has provided valuable services in short lead times to an array of industries, including aerospace, aviation, automotive and agriculture. Among its specialties: source qualification programs, condition/failure analysis, modifications and physical testing.

Optimize Performance with the Right Bearing

Precision, performance, and reliability start with the right bearing. QBC–Quality Bearings & Components and SDP/SI (Designatronics brands) offer high-performance bearings and linear motion solutions engineered for demanding applications. Explore our complete product range, specialized services, and custom engineering capabilities to optimize motion, efficiency, and long-term performance.

Join us for Detailed Gear Design

MPMA is hosting our Detailed Gear Design course on September 22-24 & September 29 - October 1, online! This course explores how to optimize gear designs beyond basic bending and pitting ratings, focusing on load capacity, production efficiency, system size, life cycle, and other factors that influence overall gear performance.