A New CNC Gear Shaper at Gear Technology

Gear Technology has acquired a new Fellows 20-4 Gear Shaper to help us break into the “Green Energy” market. This state-of-the-art, CNC machine will cut gears up to 20.0” in diameter with exceptional speed and accuracy, allowing Gear Technology to support wind and other clean energy industries with larger gears, full gearbox designs and assemblies.

Now with a total of seven Gear Shapers, Gear Technology has the manufacturing capacity you need for reliable, on-time deliveries with cost-effective pricing. When it comes to gear manufacturing, nobody beats our commitment to our customers with our ongoing investment in the latest gear cutting technology. You can count on Gear Technology when it comes to exceptional quality, fast deliveries and competitive pricing. Contact us today to find out more about new and expanded gear shaping services.

A New Zeiss CMM at Gear Technology

Gear Technology has purchased a new Zeiss Prismo Navigator Coordinate Measuring Machine. This new CMM is the state-of-the-art when it comes to advanced measurement technology and absolute accuracy. The Prismo Navigator is equipped with the Zeiss Vast Gold Probe Head, Gear Pro Software, Calypso Measuring Software, and the latest scanning technology; all integrated with a rotary table to provide a complete and precise gear measuring and analysis system. This highly accurate and versatile system can handle a large range of gear configurations including: Spiral Bevel Gears, Gleason Bevel Straights, Internal and External Spur Gears, Worm Gears, Helical Gears, and Internal and External Splines.

Gear Technology takes the lead in advanced gear manufacturing, and our new Zeiss Prismo Navigator Coordinate Measuring Machine is the latest addition in our ongoing commitment to offer you the best quality, value and service in the business.

Gear Technology Expands Assembly Capacity

Gear Technology has expanded its assembly capability with the addition of a new and larger assembly room. This clean, climate-controlled workspace is equipped to install a range of hardware items including: pins, bushings, precision bearings, springs, Helicoil inserts, Keenserts, pins, plugs and more. Each phase of the assembly process is subject to our rigorous ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100:2004 quality assurance requirements, and is performed in strict compliance with drawing requirements and industry standards. And, our on-site ultrasonic cleaning system assures that your parts are clean and completely free of debris prior to hardware assembly.

Our increased assembly capacity is in direct response to our customers’ requests to install hardware components. You too can save time and money by using our hardware assembly services at Gear Technology. Contact us to learn more about our expanded assembly capability, and find out what Gear Technology can do for you.

Gear Technology Profile in Gear Solutions Magazine

Gear Solutions Magazine, a primary source for information about all aspects of the gear manufacturing industry, has included a profile of Gear Technology in the September 2009 issue. You can download the article in .pdf format, or read it online at gearsolutions.com. Either way, don’t miss this chance to find out more about what is happening at Gear Technology; and to get Tom Marino’s take on the current and future direction of the Gear Manufacturing industry.

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Performance Excellence Recognized by Boeing

Gear Technology has been honored with the Boeing Silver Performance Excellence Award for 2008. This annual award, given to only 325 Boeing suppliers worldwide, recognizes our superior performance based upon quality and delivery metrics over a twelve-month period. At Gear Technology we are proud of our commitment to uncompromising quality and extraordinary customer service; and we are privileged to be the first choice for many of the world’s largest aerospace, military and commercial manufacturers. Our award-winning team of professionals and craftsmen will continue the tradition of excellence that has been the foundation of our success since 1986. Contact us today and let us show you a whole new level of quality and customer service at Gear Technology.

ISO 9001/AS9100 Certification

Gear Technology is pleased to announce our certification to ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100B:2004. This certification is the culmination of months of careful preparation and represents our ongoing commitment to superior quality, exceptional value and unmatched customer service. ISO 9001 and AS9100 are internationally developed and recognized standards for business management and quality assurance, specifically designed to achieve significant improvements in quality and safety, and reductions in cost, throughout the value stream.

Gear Technology’s entire organization is committed to delivering top-quality products on time at competitive prices, and our ISO 9001 and AS9100 certification is a powerful testament to our streamlined and cost-efficient manufacturing environment. Click here to download a copy of our ISO 9001/AS9100 certification in .pdf format.

Gear-Tech Adds Automated Chamfering

A new, custom-designed Senjo-Seiki PLC 101SAII Automatic Chamfering Machine has automated the time-consuming task of chamfering gears at Gear Technology. The PLC 101SAII incorporates a unique stylus system that traces the inner and outer periphery of a precision-machined component, producing a uniform and symmetrical chamfer with a remarkably superior finish. The machine can accommodate workpieces up to 7.87” diameter by 3.94” long in a variety of materials from aluminum to hardened aircraft steel alloys. Gear Technology is committed to process automation and maximum efficiency, from our advanced CNC gear hobbers and shapers to our automated chamfering and deburring systems. Our goal is simple: to save you money, deliver on time, and keep you competitive. Contact us today and learn what the latest in process automation can do for you.

A New Koepfer 173 CNC Gear Hobber

Gear Technology has added another Koepfer CNC Gear Hobber with an autoload feature, bringing our total number of auto-fed, CNC Hobbers to three. The extra hobbing capacity is needed to support ongoing, long-term agreements with several of our customers. These state-of-the-art machines can load parts, machine the gears and unload them automatically, requiring only one operator for all three machines. This level of efficiency is reflected in our reputation for consistent, on-time deliveries and very competitive pricing. With our facility now operating two shifts, twenty hours a day, Gear Technology offers you the machining capacity you need combined with the quality and reliability you’ve come to expect from a leader in the precision gear manufacturing industry.

New Aqueous Parts Cleaning System

Gear Technology has installed an ultrasonic, aqueous-based parts cleaning system. This environmentally-friendly system is used to clean machined components prior to first-article inspection points during the machining process, and before final shipment to our customers. Our multiple-tank process removes even the smallest particles and is capable of processing up to 6,000 parts per month. In-house and environmentally-responsible parts cleaning is yet another way for Gear Technology to ensure that your precision machined gears and assemblies arrive at your facility completely free from foreign object contamination and ready for use.

A New MTB 10-4 CNC Gear Shaper

Gear Technology has added a Fellows 10-4 CNC Gear Shaper, completely rebuilt and certified by Machine Tool Builders - the industry’s most respected gear manufacturing machine rebuilder. This top-of-the-line, computer-controlled machine tool is designed for strength and reliability, delivering precision results in a variety of materials and gear configurations. The addition of the 10-4 Gear Shaper has allowed us to reduce cycle times and increase our overall shop capacity. Gear Technology is committed to the latest in computer-controlled machining technology to deliver efficiency, reliability and cost-effective pricing to our customers. You can count on Gear Technology to remain ahead of the curve when it comes to state-of-the-art precision gear manufacturing.