ODR stands for Over-Design Ratio. In Design Flex you specify an input load and service factor which determines a Design Power by multiplying...

NAHBS (North American Handmade Bicycle Show) was held last weekend in Louisville, KY.  The show was excellent as usual, with the additional ...

When communicating with end users of our belt products that are looking for replacement belts, the term “cog” is often used in describing b...

Problem: Hose cover or tube has cracks and appears hardened. This is typically caused by exposure to excessive heat and/or ozone.  Exces...

An effective way to remember hose selection criteria is to remember the word STAMPED. S T A M P E D S = Size T = Temperature A ...

As they operate, belt drives use span tension differentials to create a net effective pull. The two belt spans are defined as the tight side...

Here at Gates we recently released our new patented Super HC XP high performance molded notch V-belt.  The Super HC XP belt is designed with...