Doubling Down on Motion + Power

Two things of note this issue, both having to do with “Motion + Power.”

1. As you may have heard, the AGMA and ABMA have merged to form the Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA), bringing together the leading associations for gears and bearings. More details about the merger can be found in the Voices column (p. 8) from the former board chairs of the two associations, Michael Cinquemani and Matt Frady.
   It’s important to note that the AGMA and ABMA brands are not going away. Companies will still be able to identify themselves as AGMA or ABMA members. Standards will continue to be promulgated under the AGMA and ABMA names.
   For PTE, this merger makes a lot of sense. We’ve always covered the gamut of components involved with mechanical power transmission systems. Both gears and bearings are considered “every issue” topics for us, so being attached to both organizations under the umbrella of MPMA should give us even greater access to experts and knowledge that we will continue to share with you.
2. Registration is now open for the Motion + Power Technology Expo (see ad on page 7), which takes place October 21–23 at Huntington Place in Detroit.

MPT Expo is our industry’s main event. It takes place every two years, and it’s your opportunity to visit suppliers across the entire power transmission supply chain. If your company makes gears, or if you buy gears, gear drives, bearings or other mechanical power transmission components, then MPT Expo will offer a wide variety of suppliers to choose from.

In addition, MPT Expo will be home to numerous educational and networking opportunities, including AGMA’s Fall Technical Meeting (October 22–24).

Also, MPT Expo is held concurrently with the ASM Heat Treat show, giving you even more opportunity to explore potential suppliers and technology.

For more information about how you can be a part of this exciting Motion + Power community, I encourage you to visit our websites, come to our show, or just give us a call.