The PTDA Foundation recognizes the urgent need for skilled professionals in the power transmission and motion control (PT/MC) industry. As such, it is committed to helping PT/MC employers further the education of current and upcoming talent with the introduction of two new scholarship programs. 

Coverage of IMTS and MINExpo International will continue on the PTE website through the end of the year and into 2025. We're excited to share the stories and new technologies discussed at both trade shows in September.

Bonfiglioli will showcase its expanded electromobility portfolio at the upcoming iVT Expo, in Chicago, Illinois - August 21 and 22. The newest addition to their portfolio will be on display, the revolutionary 700 C SE track drive. Designed for stand-up skid steers, this compact and powerful solution features an integrated electromagnetic parking brake, IP67 protection, and a special rotating output flange for triangular undercarriage design.

We’re in the middle of industrial trade show season, and our team has been traveling to various events around the country to uncover the most relevant new technology related to power transmission and motion control. But we’re not done yet. In fact, I’d like to call your attention to two upcoming events that are of particular note.

Schaeffler recently presented its extended product range for off-highway technology at iVT Expo Cologne 2024. The focus was on systems for the electrification and digitalization of mobile agricultural and construction machinery and for materials handling technology. Schaeffler is emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and supporting the transition to a highly efficient and climate-neutral economy in the off-highway sector.

Traditionally, drive technology and fluid power has been represented at Hannover Messe by a large number of companies from Germany and abroad, especially in odd-numbered years. This will also be the case in 2025 when manufacturers will present their latest applications and components for intelligent and sustainable production. All this, under the Motion & Drives label, will be focused in Halls 4, 5 and 6. 

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) held its annual Canadian Conference in Niagara Falls, Canada on June 4-6. Nearly 130 power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) manufacturers and distributors doing business in Canada met to participate in networking and presentations aimed to expand opportunities for business growth. 

Members of the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will gather at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, CO., for the 2024 Industry Summit on October 24-26. This year’s program—“Broadening Horizons. Elevating Excellence.”—will do just that, expand participant’s knowledge of leading-edge trends and solutions for tackling industry challenges, along with opportunities to network with peers.

Heidenhain is pleased to announce its participation in the EXPOMAQ show (Booth #418), from June 18-20 at Poliforum León in Guanajuato, Mexico. As the leading exhibition for metalworking, machine tools, and manufacturing technology in Latin America, EXPOMAQ brings together industry experts, professionals, and leaders, making it a pivotal gathering for those keen on exploring advancements in state-of-the-art technology.

Regal Rexnord Corporation recently displayed its solutions for the metals industry at AISTech 2024.