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VDMA Power Transmission Engineering represents the interests of the largest supplier sector in mechanical engineering. We are the network for around 200 manufacturers of drive elements, gearboxes, electrical drive technology and linear technology, who generate over 80 percent of the estimated production in Germany.

We prepare current topics in power transmission engineering for our member companies. We focus on technology, standardisation, market data, trade fairs, public relations and cross-industry dialogue. We provide impetus for technology trends such as Industry 4.0 and "Drive systems in Transition". In the areas of research and education, we use the synergy effects with "Forschungsvereinigung Antriebstechnik e.V.".

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General Meeting VDMA Power Transmission Engineering 2025

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General Meeting
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The general meeting of the Power Transmission Engineeing Association will take place on the 25th and 26th of September in Augsburg. The focus will be on dialogue and networking. This event is open to all our members and invited guests.

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Thu. 03.07.25 Thu. 03.07.25

International Standardization

42nd Meeting of ISO/TC 60/SC 2/WG 14 Gear calculations (online)

Wed. 09.07.25 Wed. 09.07.25

Standardization Department
International Standardization

24th Meeting of ISO/TC 60/SC 2/WG 12 Load carrying capacity test of oils (on

24th Meeting of ISO/TC 60/SC 2/WG 12 Load carrying capacity test of oils

Fri. 18.07.25 Fri. 18.07.25

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Tech-Talk Drive Technology: EMC behavior for machines

Information event and exchange format on the use of the product standard EN 61800-3 (variable speed electrical drive systems) for the presumption of conformity of a machine with EMC.

Places available

Tue. 05.08.25 Tue. 05.08.25

Gearboxes
Product Management

Meeting: AK Product Category Rules (PCR) - Gearbox

Meeting of the Product Category Rules (PCR) working group - Transmission

Thu. 04.09.25 Fri. 05.09.25

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Power Transmission Engineering

FVA-Seminar: Strength assessments for shafts and axles (Part 1)

This seminar is intended for design, development, and calculation specialists who are involved in the design of shafts and axles, with benefits for both engineers and experienced technical specialists in these areas.

Places available

Mon. 08.09.25 Tue. 09.09.25