Date: 10th & 11th June 2026 Time: 10am - 12pm Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Philip Clarke Fee: Non Member £350* / BGA Member Free Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-heat-treatment-of-gear-steels Please note this course is over 2 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training. Seminar Programme Philip Clarke will describe the heat treatment of gear steels assuming minimal prior knowledge. After an introduction to the basic me

June promises to be a busy month here at the British Gear Association (BGA), with a range of in-person and online training courses alongside the much-anticipated BGA Annual General Meeting (AGM). Whether you are a gear manufacturing professional, engineer, or enthusiast, these events offer valuable opportunities to deepen your knowledge, connect with peers, and stay updated on industry developments. Gear Shaping and Hobbing Course in Stockport One of the highlights this June

Date: 1st - 4th June Location: Mini Gears - Stockport Tutor: Martyn English Fee: Non Member £1800 / BGA Member £1300 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/introduction-to-gear-shaping-and-hobbing-copy Understanding the core principles of gear design and cutting is essential for engineers working with mechanical systems. Yet, modern technology often hides these fundamentals behind sleek plastic casings and automated machinery. Here at the British Gear As

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

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

Date : 1st & 2nd April 2026 Time: 9:30 – 12:30 Platform : TEAMS Tutor : Jarek Rosinski - Transmission Dynamics Fee : Non Member £350* / BGA Member Free Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-gearbox-systems-problems-and-solutions Seminar Programme Many reliability and wear problems in transmission systems are not directly associated with the design of the components themselves but are the result of system dynamics: starting and transient torqu

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 : 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

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

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 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

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

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

We have had a very busy start to 2026 here at the British Gear Association (BGA) and we are very excited to let you know we are implementing an important update to our Knowledge Transfer Programme. We are launching a new Training Platform designed to improve how delegates access and manage their learning. Why are we updating the platform Following the pandemic in 2020 we changed the delivery of training by introducing Online Training (free for BGA Members). This shift prove

The British Gear Association (BGA) are the leading providers of gear related training in the UK and Europe. All BGA training is developed and delivered by Gear experts from Academia and Industry. From introductory classes to more in-depth specialist training we have all of your gear training needs covered. Our courses are suitable for all sections of the gearing world. From students and apprentices starting out in their careers to experts wanting to hone their skills or get