Mechanical Transmission: Types, Applications, and Repair Guide
A mechanical transmission transfers and modifies power between a prime mover and industrial equipment. It controls speed, torque, direction, and motion throu…
Gearboxes & Power Transmission
Drive Mechanism Basics for Industrial Equipment: Key Components
A drive mechanism transfers and controls power from a prime mover to industrial equipment. It typically includes the motor, coupling, gearbox, shafts, bearin…
Speed Reduction in Industrial Machinery: How It Works
Speed reduction is the controlled lowering of motor speed before power reaches a driven machine. It helps manufacturers and facility operators match a fast e…
Torque Conversion: A Practical
Torque conversion is the core function that allows an industrial gearbox to match motor output with production demands. Torque is rotational force, while spe…
Mechanical Efficiency: How to Reduce Gearbox Energy Losses
Mechanical efficiency determines how much motor power reaches the driven equipment. In an industrial gearbox, losses occur through friction, gear-mesh contac…
Torque Capacity: How to Choose the Right Gearbox
Torque capacity is the twisting force a gearbox can transmit continuously and during short-term operating demands. It is a primary selection criterion, yet h…
Power Transmission: How to Choose the Right Gearbox
Power transmission depends on the gearbox to transfer motor power, reduce speed, and increase usable torque. This makes the gearbox central to production upt…
Schaeffler Validates Formed Strain-Wave Gearboxes as Humanoid Robotics Pushes Toward Scale
Schaeffler has completed validation testing of a new Schaeffler strain-wave gearbox manufacturing process designed for humanoid robots, with mass production scheduled to begin in Germany in 2027. The company says the forming technology could significantly reduce the time, material and cost required to manufacture precision gear reducers for robot joints. The important part of the … Read more
EU Clears Triton’s Flender Takeover—The Bigger Story Is Gearbox Service
The European Commission has cleared Triton Partners’ proposed acquisition of mechanical-drive manufacturer Flender, removing a significant regulatory obstacle from a transaction announced in June and expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. The Commission listed August 3 as the last decision date for the merger case, with the clearance disclosed in its August … Read more
August Shutdown Season Is Here: Seven Restart Checks That Protect Industrial Equipment
Annual summer shutdowns are underway at manufacturers in several regions. MPM Group scheduled its 2026 shutdown to begin during the week of Monday, August 3. Gledring closed its production facility from July 27 through August 14 for its annual summer shutdown and scheduled maintenance. IINO Manufacturing and Suzumo Machinery announced factory closures from August 8 … Read more