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The Next Frontier in Gear Testing

Having pioneered the science of polymer gearing, Kleiss Gears continues to focus on improving the state of the art. In […]

Measuring Excellence in Polymer Gearing

At Kleiss we refer to polymer gear making as a “subtle science and exacting art,” and 20 years of experience […]

The Team Approach to Precision Plastic Gearing

Since antiquity, gears and gear systems have constantly been developed and improved. This continuing process includes the evolution of plastic […]

A Proven Process for Plastics

It’s an old problem: the common condition of misaligned mating parallel-axis (spur and helical) gear tooth surfaces. The solution—new to […]

Tips for Tougher Molded Plastic Gears

Molded plastic gearing is rapidly becoming a real contender in moderate power gearing applications. Custom gear design, precision molding equipment, […]

Successful Plastic Gear Conversions

The conversion of a steel gear set to plastic is not a slam-dunk operation. A gear designer who is proficient […]

Engineering Principles for Plastic Gears

Since founding Timco in 1967, I’ve been riding a steep learning curve regarding plastic materials and the machine parts that […]

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