TECHNICAL AWARENESS DAY WITH ZF: Where Gear Innovation Meets Hands-On Engineering The gears of progress were turning at full speed as Technical Awareness Day with ZF brought the European engineering community together at the ZF HUB UK in Solihull. The event was hosted by the ZF HUB UK Solihull and co‑organised by ZF Services UK and the British Gear Association (BGA), creating a powerful platform for learning, collaboration, and innovation in gear technology. The central objec

Date : 20th May 2026 Time: 09:30 - 16:30 Location : Design Unit - Newcastle upon Tyne Tutor : Dr Paul Bradley - Dynamechs Ltd Fee : Non Member £450 / BGA Member £250 This seminar is aimed at engineers, technicians and individuals involved in gear specification/procurement who wish to gain a sound overview of the manufacturing methods and process available to the gear designer or manufacturer. The seminar will cover not only the processes available but place some specific fo

Date: 12th, 13th & 14th May 2026 Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm Tutor: Rob Lambert ( Design Unit ) & Kevin Delehanty ( SKF ) Venue: TEAMS Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350* Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-introduction-to-rolling-element-bearings This online course is held over 3 sessions and is fully interactive with detailed examples and plenty of time for questions and discussion. Bearings are an integral part of all mechanical power transm

Date: 6th & 7th May 2026 Time: 9:30 – 12:30 Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Jarek Rosinski - Transmission Dynamics Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-gear-noise-data-interpretation-and-diagnostics Seminar programme: Noise and vibrations are omnipresent, and while they may seem straightforward to interpret in some scenarios, industrial applications often introduce complexities that require a deeper understandin

Back in March we introduced a fresh way to learn with our new On Demand Gear Geometry course . This course is available now on our Cademy Training Platform launched at the start of 2026. The course offers a flexible, self-paced learning experience designed to fit the busy schedules of professionals in the Gear Industry. If you want to improve your understanding of gear geometry without the constraints of fixed class times, this course is an excellent opportunity. What You Wil

Spring has well and truly sprung and it is time for you to spring into action and sign up for one of our May essential Gear Training Courses . Please see details of each course below. We look forward to seeing you there. Online training is completely free of charge to BGA Members. If your organisation is not a Member please click here to download an application form. MAY COURSES Gear Noise Data Interpretation and Diagnostics Date: 6th & 7th May 2026 Time: 9:30 – 12:30 Pl

MIA Business Development Mission to North Carolina 5 weeks to go! Unlock new business within the US Motorsport Market There is still time to secure your place and join our upcoming Business Development Mission to North Carolina, USA on 18-22 May ! The US is the UK's biggest export market and we are focused on building closer, profitable two-way relationships between the UK Motorsport Valley ® and the US. Why you should attend ⚙️ Access the latest market insights and in-de

We are happy to once again be sponsoring the ENGINEERING INTEGRITY SOCIETY Instrumentation, Analysis & Testing Exhibition. ENGINEERING INTEGRITY SOCIETY Instrumentation, Analysis and Testing Exhibition 12 May 2026, Silverstone Race Circuit Free Entry and Seminars 80+ Exhibitors Latest Technological Developments: The exhibition is an ideal opportunity for visitors to view and explore the latest advancements in instrumentation, analysis and testing technologies across various

Date: 28th April 2026 - 10am - 3pm Location: ZF Services . Central Blvd, Blythe Valley Park, Shirley, Solihull B90 8BG Fee: Free to all Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/networking-technical-awareness-day-with-zf Please note spaces are limited and will be assigned on a first come first served basis. The British Gear Association (BGA) and BGA Member ZF Services , are excited to invite you to a Technical Awareness Day (TAD) on 28th April 2026. This ev

Date: 22nd, 23rd 29th and 30th April 2026 Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Rob Lambert Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-gear-stress-anlysis Please note this training is over 4 sessions – you will need to attend all sessions to complete the course. The Introduction to Gear Stress Analysis course is intended to give participants the confidence to implement ISO 6336 into their work for gea

We are delighted to share with you all that our first on demand course Gear Geometry launched this month and we are incredibly proud of the work Tom Reavie from the Design Unit at Newcastle University has put into the course to get this off the ground and available online as an 'on demand' course - available anytime and anywhere in the world. And of course free to BGA members! Congratulations to BGA member Matt Neal from Hepcomotion who was the first to complete the co

We are delighted to welcome Southampton University to the BGA Membership. We are certain that they will make a great contribution to the Association. SOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY University of Southampton is a public research university in Southampton, England. It is a research-intensive university and a founding member of the Russell Group. national Centre for Advanced Tribology at Southampton (nCATS) is a multidisciplinary tribology group at the University. They research next-ge

We have another month of essential Gear Training Courses and our first Technical Awareness Networking Day of the year in April at the British Gear Association. You can register via our brand new Cademy training portal here: https://www.bga.org.uk/training . If you have not logged into the portal or are unsure how to use it please click here for instructions: https://www.bga.org.uk/_files/ugd/9bffba_389cf763dd1143f1a3fb5e56759f9002.pdf Online Training is completely free of cha

Date: 28th April 2026 - 10am - 3pm Location: ZF Services . Central Blvd, Blythe Valley Park, Shirley, Solihull B90 8BG Fee: Free to all Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/networking-technical-awareness-day-with-zf The British Gear Association (BGA) and BGA Member ZF Services , are excited to invite you to a Technical Awareness Day (TAD) on 28th April 2026. This event will take place at the state-of-the-art ZF facility, offering a unique opportunity t

Date : 1st April 2026 Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm Location : Design Unit - Newcastle upon Tyne Tutor : Christopher Aylott and Brian Shaw Fee : Non Member £450*/ BGA Member £250* Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/gear-wear-and-failure-recognition PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN IN PERSON COURSE. REGISTRATION CLOSES 25TH MARCH 2026. The seminar gives delegates an insight into the appearance and underlying causes of gear failure modes. No prior gear knowledge is re

Our Technical Research Management Committee have prepared a Standards Update Report for Members. We would specifically like to draw your attention to changes to ISO 4156-1 & 3. To access this standards update, please click here (you will need to be logged into your BGA website account).

Here at The British Gear Association (BGA) we are very excited to introduced a fresh way to learn with our new On Demand Gear Geometry course . This course is available now on our Cademy Training Platform launched at the start of 2026. The course offers a flexible, self-paced learning experience designed to fit the busy schedules of professionals in the Gear Industry. If you want to improve your understanding of gear geometry without the constraints of fixed class times, this

The British Gear Association are delighted to partner with BGA Member ZF Services to host a joint Technical Awareness Day (TAD) at their state of the art facility in Shirley on 28th April 2026 . In addition to the great schedule that ZF Services are putting together, there will be opportunity to network with other BGA members and representatives from the Power Transmission industry. This event is free to attend. Full agenda and registration details will be posted soon. In th

We spotted this event that may be of interest to BGA Members. Let us know if you attend. GEARS WORKSHOP 25th -27th March 2026 - Netherlands This ESA-led technical workshop brings together gear manufacturers, space mechanisms suppliers, and ESA experts to exchange experience on gear technologies used in space mechanisms. The focus is on design, materials, manufacturing, qualification, reliability, current challenges and future technology needs. The workshop will be structured

We are delighted to welcome TAFE Advanced Ag Solutions to the BGA Membership. We are certain that they will make a great contribution to the Association. TAFE ADVANCED AG SOLUTIONS A UK subsidiary of TAFE (Tractors & Farm Equipment), one of the highest volume tractor manufacturers in the world with approximately 200,000 tractors produced annually. The TAFE UK Advanced Engineering centre was established in 2022, and is devoted to advanced engineering including advanced power

The British Gear Association (BGA) is the UK Centre of Technical Excellence for gear design, manufacture & application technologies. Our Annual Technical Awareness Event ( GEARS ) is the leading conference for the Gear Industry in the UK and this long running seminar is considered an essential event for manufacturers, distributors and academics involved in the UK Gears Industry. The online GEARS conference features cutting edge interactive lectures and presentations from pre

Date : 12th March 2026 Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm Location : Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Tutor : Dr Michael Platten Fee : Non Member £450/ BGA Member £250 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/gear-noise-and-transmission-error PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN IN PERSON COURSE. REGISTRATION CLOSES 4TH MARCH 2026. This seminar is aimed at both gear users and gear manufacturers. Dr Michael Platten will examine the basic causes of gear noise and the path from initi

We are delighted to welcome HepcoMotion to the BGA Membership. We are certain that they will make a great contribution to the association. HEPCOMOTION At HepcoMotion , our success is born from our core values that underpin everything we do. When you choose HepcoMotion, not only are you getting an industry-leading portfolio of products, you’re also getting unparalleled peace of mind. Having worked for over 50 years , with more than 200,000 customers around the world, we are

We have a bumper packed month of essential Gear Training Courses in March at the British Gear Association. You can register via our brand new Cademy training portal here: https://www.bga.org.uk/training . If you have not logged into the portal or are unsure how to use it please click here for instructions: https://www.bga.org.uk/_files/ugd/9bffba_389cf763dd1143f1a3fb5e56759f9002.pdf Online Training is completely free of charge to BGA Members and In Person Training is listed

In-person training provides a unique opportunity for hands-on learning and active discussions, which deepen understanding of complex topics. Engaging with instructors and fellow participants creates a vibrant learning environment where questions can be addressed immediately, boosting the overall educational experience. Furthermore, in-person sessions enable participants to build valuable networks with other industry professionals, encouraging collaboration and knowledge shari

The British Gear Association (BGA) Virtual Member Focus Sessions continue to offer a great platform for Members to share their latest news and developments. In 2025, the sessions welcomed over 150 delegates, sparking innovative discussions and shared learning experiences. 2025 participation included presentations from prominent BGA Members Dontyne Gears , Hewland Engineering , and Engrena ITA . The recorded sessions serve as a beneficial resource that members can revisit for

Date : 3rd, 4th & 5th March 2026 Time: 10:00 - 12:30 Platform : TEAMS Tutor : Graham Penning Fee : Non Member £350 / BGA Member Free Register: https://www.bga.org.uk/training Please note this course is over 3 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training. This introductory course is suitable and appropriate for anyone who has completed Gear Foundation Part 1 . We have found this introduction to Gears to be beneficial not just to staff directly worki

The British Gear Association (BGA) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) student prize has been established since 2000 and is considered one of the most prestigious Student prizes in the field of Mechanical Engineering. This prestigious prize acknowledges outstanding academic performance and innovative projects that push the boundaries of gear technology, manufacturing, and design. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your talent, connect with industry

The BGA IMechE joint Student Prize 2025 winner is Daniel Hall from Newcastle University for his MEC8095 Final Project: “A feasibility study into the modification of a power recirculating gear test rig, to allow investigation into the influence of reverse bending in gears." The judging panel commented: 'The project proposes design changes to a power recirculating test rig to test the effect that reverse torque loads on gear bending fatigue strength. This is particular importan

Date : 3rd, 4th & 5th March 2026 Time: 10:00 - 12:30 Platform : TEAMS Tutor : Graham Penning Fee : Non Member £350 / BGA Member Free Register: https://www.bga.org.uk/training Please note this course is over 3 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training. This introductory course is suitable and appropriate for anyone who has completed Gear Foundation Part 1 . We have found this introduction to Gears to be beneficial not just to staff directly worki