In an era defined by economic uncertainty, supply chain disruption, and rapid workforce change, senior manufacturing leaders need more than tactical updates—they need strategic clarity. The 2026 MPMA Annual Meeting held at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, FL, is designed specifically to deliver that clarity. Hosted by the Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA), this member-only gathering convenes top executives from across the power transmission and motion control industry for high-level dialogue, peer connection, and forward-looking insight.
Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine- and medium-pitch custom gears, is proud to announce that Director of Operations Jared Lyford has been elected President of the Rock River Valley Tooling & Machining Association (RRVTMA).
Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine- and medium-pitch custom gears, is proud to recognize several employees for their long-term dedication to the company, including Mark Cunningham (25 years), Keith Tillman (15 years), and Doug Klitz (10 years).
Gear Technology’s annual State-of-the-Gear-Industry survey polls gear manufacturers about the latest trends and opinions relating to the overall health of the gear industry. As in years past, the survey was conducted anonymously, with invitations sent by e-mail to gear industry companies — primarily in North America, but also including some respondents from around the world. Nearly 200 individuals responded to the survey.