Case Study: Medical Product Design Review

Date: September 03, 2024

Discover how one medical equipment manufacturer found value in Berg expertise to meet their needs.

Geneva Mechanisms: What Are They & Common Uses

Date: August 19, 2024

Learn how Geneva mechanisms work and get a rundown of their typical uses in this article from the gear experts at WM Berg. 

Case Study: Endoscope Precision Component Custom Design

Date: June 26, 2024

Learn how Berg engineers worked with a leading medical technology OEM to manufacture a custom linear bearing meeting stringent size and performance requirements.

Comparison: Spur Gears vs. Helical Gears

Date: June 25, 2024

Contrast the characteristics of helical and spur gears and learn why they matter. Compare the strengths and drawbacks of each type with the gear experts at WM Berg.

Spur Gear Measurements Guide

Date: June 25, 2024

Get a baseline understanding of the various spur gear measurements, including their uses and relationships in this guide. This measurement guide will help get you started on better gear design for precision gears that work together appropriately, have longer lifespans and offer the best return on investment.

Gear Teeth Surface Wear: Causes, Detection & Prevention

Date: June 05, 2024

Get info on detection and reduction of surface wear in gears from engineers at WM Berg in our breakdown of abrasive and adhesive wear modes and preventative measures.

Comparison: Diametral Pitch vs. Pitch Diameter

Date: May 30, 2024

Both pitch diameter and diametral pitch are essential factors in gear measurements, but they represent different parts of a gear’s geometry. Diametral pitch uses pitch diameter as a relative measurement to quantify spacing and size of gear teeth.

Case Study: Dependable Kevlar Drive Belts

Date: May 16, 2024

A manufacturer supporting the U.S. military that specializes in radar antennas approached Berg with an early design need for a drive system on a small antenna. 
 

Case Study: Gear Manufacturing for Aerospace Applications

Date: May 08, 2024

Discover how Berg solved a customer's problem with aerospace gears operation in extreme cold and learn more about our aerospace gearing capabilities and quality standards.

Measuring Gear Tooth Strength: A Simple Guide for Engineers

Date: April 23, 2024

Learn basic techniques gear engineers use for measuring gear tooth strength - a crucial factor to ensure the longevity and reliability of gearboxes and machinery - presented in simple, easy-to-follow steps.

Case Study: Lube-Free Roller Chain for Antenna Positioning System

Date: April 19, 2024

In this defense industry application, the customer was using a chain and sprockets to control the position of a small antenna for a mobile audio communication system, but dust and sand were able to get into the drive, turning the lubrication into sludge.

Case Study: Low-Noise Gearing for Patient Care Robot

Date: April 10, 2024

Learn how Berg engineers developed custom gears using innovative materials in order to meet strength and low-noise requirements for a medical manufacturer.

Guide to Gear Mesh Transmission Backlash: Factors, Types, Measurements & Calculations

Date: April 10, 2024

Get foundational information on gear backlash from the experts at WM Berg. Learn basics of measuring and accounting for different types of gear mesh backlash.

Dowel Pin Design Guide

Date: April 09, 2024

Learn ANSI, DIN (ISO) and Mil. Spec. standards for precision machine dowel pins in carbon or stainless steel including size, material hardness and press fit hole tolerance.

Case Study: Shade Assembly for Jet Cabin Windows

Date: April 08, 2024

A global manufacturer that provides a range of innovative products in the world of aerospace came to Berg to solve a need for a corporate jet window application.

Benefits of Polyurethane Timing Belts

Date: April 04, 2024

Discover the advantages of polyurethane timing belts and chains over traditional standard timing belts, V-belts, gear drives and roller chains—including lower costs and downtime.