APRIL GEAR EVENTS AT THE BGA

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 charge to BGA Members and In Person Training is listed at a discounted rate for BGA Members.

If you would like to sign up for any training direct or are having any problems with registering, please just email Kirsty and Lynne in the BGA Office admin@bga.org.uk.

APRIL COURSES AT THE BGA

GEAR WEAR & FAILURE RECOGNITION

Date: 1st April 2026

Time: 09:30 - 16:30

Location: Design Unit - Newcastle upon Tyne

Tutor: Brian Shaw & Chris Aylott

Fee: Non Member £450 / BGA Member £250

Please note this course is in person

The seminar gives delegates an insight into the appearance and underlying causes of gear failure modes. No prior gear knowledge is required.

It provides gear manufacturers and users with the necessary skills to examine, assess and recognise common gear failure modes. The seminar content is applicable to gear designers, gear service personnel, operators and users of valuable equipment, inspection and certification bodies who need to confidently examine gears and gearboxes and those new to the gear industry.

Click here for full course details: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/gear-wear-and-failure-recognition

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GEARBOX SYSTEMS PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS - LIVE ONLINE

Date: 1st & 2nd April 2026

Time: 9:30 – 12:30

Platform: TEAMS

Tutor: Jarek Rosinski - Transmission Dynamics

Fee: Non Member £350* / BGA Member Free

Please note this course is over 2 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training.

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 torques, self-excited vibration and the dynamics of the motor or engine and of the driven machine.  Particular characteristics of bearings, couplings and gearbox mounting can also significantly affect system performance.  Typical problems and solutions are discussed and instrumentation for troubleshooting noise, bearing failures, vibrations and in-service load measurement demonstrated.

Click here for full course details: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-gearbox-systems-problems-and-solutions

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GEAR STRESS ANALYSIS - LIVE ONLINE

Date: 22nd, 23rd 29th and 30th April 2026

Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm

Platform: TEAMS 

Tutor: Rob Lambert -  Design Unit - Newcastle upon Tyne

Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350*

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 gear design and analysis.

During the course we cover the basics of the stress analysis method for contact fatigue (pitting) and bending fatigue, as well as investigating the aspects of the design which influence many of the major calculation factors from the method.

Click here for full course details: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-gear-stress-anlysis

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NETWORKING: TECHNICAL AWARENESS DAY WITH ZF

Date: 28th April 2026 - 10am - 3pm

Location: ZF Services. Central Blvd, Blythe Valley Park, Shirley, Solihull B90 8BG

Fee: Free to all

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 to explore the latest developments in Gear Technology and engineering. Whether you work in manufacturing, engineering, or technical sales, this day promises valuable insights and hands-on experiences designed to deepen your understanding and spark new ideas.

What to Expect at the Technical Awareness Day

The event features a rich programme of technical talks, live demonstrations, and guided tours of the ZF Hub. Attendees will gain first-hand experience of current ZF innovations, including new gear designs, manufacturing processes, and testing methods. These sessions are led by experts who will share practical knowledge and answer questions, making it easier to apply what you learn directly to your work. This practical exposure helps bridge the gap between theory and practice, making complex concepts easier to grasp.

Click here for full event details: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/networking-technical-awareness-day-with-zf