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).

BGA Member Standards Update We would like to draw your attention to corrections to ISO 4156-1 & 3 published in 2021 which were addressed in corrigenda (corrections) in December 2025. ISO 4156-3:2021 Straight cylindrical involute splines — Metric module, side fit. Part 3- Inspection An error in Figure 6 for external splines has been corrected in the update and, more importantly, an error in a sign in formula (9) for internal splines has been corrected has been corrected as sho

GEAR STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT UPDATES This summary updates BGA members an update on developments which are currently taking place in gear standards. If you want to get involved in this process, please contact staff at the BGA for further information.   ISO Technical Committee TC60   is responsible for  gear related standards and is supported by the BSI national shadow Technical Committee MCE/5 and other national standards committees around the world. The work of standards deve

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

Our friends at STRIDE are hosting a master class with BGA Member Romax on 25th March 2026 that may be of interest to British Gear Association (BGA) Members. Please see details below and click here for registration: https://go.de.mi.hexagon.com/gearbox-oil-flow-simulation-masterclass Exclusive Training Event: Romax & Particleworks Software Join us for a unique opportunity to learn from two global leaders in simulation technology. This event brings together Hexagon’s Romax spec

The BSI Standards Committee MCE/7 – Rolling Bearings  is seeking new experts to join its membership and help shape the UK’s contributions to ISO/TC 4 Rolling Bearings  and its subcommittees. These groups develop international standards across areas including: Tolerances Needle roller bearings Insert bearings and accessories Spherical plain bearings Load ratings and bearing life Linear motion rolling bearings Ball bearings Testing, measuring and evaluation   Current Priority P

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