If you've read the blog post on flanged sprockets  then you're aware that not all sprockets have flanges. Most applications only ne...

The new Gates 508C Sonic Tension Meter is an excellent tool, and is very easy to use.  Occasional user difficulties often result from some...

For optimum meter performance, use two disposable AAA alkaline batteries. Gates’ 508C Sonic Tension Meter is designed to use two AAA al...

Stock sprockets and sheaves are statically balanced per MPTA ( Mechanical Power Transmission Association) Standard Practice for Pulley Balan...

Are your drives dragging you down? Use the Gates Drive Conversion Worksheet. Let us Engineers do the work for you. If out-of-date drive s...

Lubricity – the fluid must keep friction low and maintain an adequate film between moving parts to prevent wear of pumps, bearings, vane...