Editorial Guidelines

Gear Technology publishes articles that focus on all engineering aspects of gears, from the initial design through manufacturing, heat treating, inspection and end use. We like articles that offer solutions to specific design or manufacturing problems or explanations of new technology, techniques, designs or processes. We are interested in publishing articles that help engineers become more efficient, productive and competitive, whether they are designing gears for use at an OEM or working on the production floor in a gear manufacturing shop. We also run articles on a regular basis that teach the basics of gear engineering to the next generation of design and manufacturing professionals.

How to Be Featured in Gear Technology

Our editors write a variety of articles every issue, and we’re always looking for knowledgeable experts to serve as sources we can interview for those articles. The easiest way to get featured is to contact our editors. You can refer to the Editorial Calendar (below) for an idea of what we intend to cover each issue. Just contact one of our editors two months prior to the submission deadline, and we’ll help you develop your contribution. 

2027 PRINT CALENDAR

Submitting Articles

In addition to our regular staff-written articles, we welcome submissions from the industry on any of the comprehensive topics being covered each issue (see the editorial calendar below for topics and submission deadlines). 

We are interested in a wide variety of article types, from the very basic to the highly technical, ranging in length from a few paragraphs to 10 pages or more. We always prefer original material that hasn’t appeared in other publications, so be sure to let us know if what you’re submitting is exclusive to us. We’ve prepared some brief descriptions of the types of articles and what we’re looking for:

Application Story/Case Studies

This is a short article describing how a specific product or technology solves a particular manufacturing or engineering challenge for a customer. When writing an application story/ case study, you should provide a brief profile of the companies involved and the industries they serve. You should describe the specific problem or challenge and detail how the technology was used to overcome it.

• 1,200–1,500 words.
• 2–3 high-resolution (300 dpi) images.
• Use facts and figures to convey results.
• Do not give us a sales pitch.These should be more educational than promotional.
• Include a few direct quotes from all companies involved in the story, but not too many.
• Include Company Name, Phone Number, E-Mail and Website information for all companies involved in the project.
• Include a short (two to three sentences) author’s bio and author’s headshot.

Feature Articles

These more in-depth articles will focus on an interesting subject related to gears. 

Examples could include how-to articles, detailed analysis of trends in the industry, tips on maintenance or installation, explanations of the use of different types of machines, and so on. Here are some additional tips:

• Feature articles should have an author’s byline.
• 1,500–2,500 words.
• Large, high quality photos (300 dpi is minimum for print quality).
• Include captions with your photos. Tell us what we’re looking at and why it’s important. Include a photo credit where necessary.
• Focus on facts and figures (overly promotional material will be rejected or edited out).
• Include Company Name, Phone Number, E-Mail and Website information for all companies involved in the article.
• Include a short (50-word max.) author’s bio and author’s headshot (300 dpi).

Voices Column

Voices is a high-profile, front-of-the-magazine column where guest authors have the ability to share industry experience, comments or opinions with the readers.

• 800–1,200 words.
• Include a short (two to three sentences) author’s bio and author’s headshot.

Technical Articles

Technical articles can be engineering fundamentals (back to basics) or cutting-edge research that helps our readers understand the state of the art in gear design, manufacturing, heat treating, inspection, etc. Most importantly, technical articles should be completely unbiased. They should not promote a particular product or brand.

• Length varies, depending on subject, but could be up to 6,000 words.
• Graphs, charts and formulas should be used to illustrate concepts.
• Artwork should be submitted in highresolution format (300 dpi minimum).
• Include references where appropriate.
• We encourage original material that has not appeared in another publication, but we will consider papers presented at technical conferences (provided we can get copyright permission from the conference and the authors).
• Technical articles will be reviewed by our technical editors for accuracy and relevance prior to publication.
• Include a brief abstract or “management summary” that explains what the article is about and who should read it.
• Include a short (50-word max.) bio and headshot for each author/co-author (300 dpi).

Product News

We accept press releases for all new products related to gear manfuacturing. Press releases will be considered for use online, in our email newsletters and in the printed magazine. Here are some tips to help make sure we can use what you send us:

• 4–8 paragraphs is ideal.
• Describe what’s new about the product, using facts and figures. Specifications and measurements are what our readers need.
• Avoid hyperbole, sales promotion and “fluff.” Superlatives such as “ideal,” “unique,” “perfect” and so on will be edited out.
• Include at least one high-res (300 dpi) JPG photo of the product with submission.
• Include Company Name, Phone Number, E-Mail and Website where readers can get more information.

Industry News

Industry News includes items such as corporate mergers, new hires, factory expansions and other company-related news items. Send us your press releases for consideration. Things to include: 

• 4–6 paragraphs is ideal.
• Include high-resolution photos (300 dpi) of the people involved.
• Include quotes from corporate executives about the news, where appropriate.
• Include a web address where readers can get more information.

Events

Our Technical Calendar includes basic information about upcoming trade shows, conferences, webinars, seminars and other industry events. Let us know about your upcoming event if you’d like to be included. Make sure you tell us:

• Exact dates of the event.
• Location (including city and venue).
• Who should consider attending?
• What will attendees experience?
• Cost.
• Web address for registration.

Ask the Expert

“Ask the Expert” is our reader advice column with a decidedly practical and hands-on angle. We encourage our readers to submit their design, manufacturing, inspection, heat treating or other gear-related questions to us, and we find the appropriate subject matter expert to provide a written response, helping not just the original reader but the rest of the community as well. 

If you or someone at your company would like to provide answers to our readers’ questions, and you have the appropriate expertise related to one or more gear-related topics, we’d like to add you to our panel of experts. 

Videos

Gear Technology showcases industry videos on design, manufacturing, and automation applications featured in the magazine. We encourage you to send video links and high-res images with a short description of the video. Feel free to e-mail the editorial staff with links to your YouTube page or videos on your website. This is a great way to share valuable information across several different media platforms. 

Get Social! 

Another valuable tool is our social media pages. Share company news, product information and articles with our LinkedIn and Facebook accounts. Let us know if there’s something new and exciting we should be sharing with our readers and followers online. The versatility of social media is the perfect tool for marketing and highlighting your business. It provides immediate feedback you won’t get from print, radio, billboards, etc. These pages offer another platform to highlight your brand identity, content strategy, generate leads and increase sales. Please keep PTE and Gear Technology editors up-todate on your social media activity. Join the conversation.

CRAZY IDEAS WELCOME 

We’re always looking for ways we can better serve our readers.  

So, if you have an idea for an article or series of articles that doesn’t exactly fit what we’ve described here, we encourage you to run it by us. 

Editorial Contacts

Matthew Jaster, Director Editorial Content
Email Matt

Aaron Fagan, Senior Editor
Email Aaron