Aug 11, 2026
Gleason Showcases Next-Generation Gear Technology Solutions for Global Manufacturing Trends at IMTS 2026
August 2026, Rochester, New York (USA)
Gleason cordially invites customers to visit Booth 236909, North Building, Level 3, at IMTS 2026 in Chicago, USA, from September 14–19, 2026. The exhibit will feature the latest developments in gear design, manufacturing, and inspection technology, including Closed-Loop Manufacturing and Lights-Out Production, complemented by the Gleason Digital Ecosystem. Gleason’s gear technology experts will be available to discuss specific applications, such as the manufacture of gears for humanoid robots, aerospace and energy industries, as well as solutions addressing other key global trends shaping the future of gear manufacturing.
Manufacturing Systems for Humanoid Robotic Gears
At IMTS 2026, Gleason Experts will be showcasing the technologies, processes, and manufacturing expertise that enable the production of the high-precision gears required for the rapidly growing humanoid robotics market. From typical humanoid robotic gear designs in KISSsoft and GEMS, like strain wave gears, planetary gearboxes and small bevel gears, new 80PS Power Skiving and Hobbing Machine and 100C Bevel Gear Cutting Machine, to address a large range of robotic gears, as well as the 175GMS nano for fine pitch applications.
KISSsoft Release 2026 – System-Level Transmission Design
KISSsoft® Release 2026 combines gear and transmission design with the integrated KISSsoft System Module. Users can perform system-level evaluations in a single run while considering the interdependent effects of every gearbox component. New features include flexible map calculations, support for REXS V1.7, new hob types, and updated calculations for plastic gears and hydrodynamic bearings. KISSsoft experts will be present to demonstrate the software handling, provide access to trial licenses and answer all your application questions.
P600/800G - Profile Grinding of External and Internal Cylindrical Gears
The P600/800G Profile Grinding Machine provides exceptional versatility for the hard finishing of external and internal gears, worms and long shafts. Onboard gear inspection and innovative technology functions help improve quality and productivity while reducing manufacturing costs. The machine will be demonstrated live at IMTS 2026.
Metrology for Surface Finish, Waviness and Gear Noise
With the 300GMSP nano Gear Metrology System for production environments, Gleason will demonstrate a powerful metrology solution for measuring submicron surface finishes with skidless probe technology. Advanced software tools including Advanced Waviness Analysis and KTEPS analyze waviness in profile and lead and support the evaluation of gear noise behavior. With integrated cobot loading and the Gleason Closed Loop System, the solution becomes a key component of highly automated lights-out production strategies.
Closed Loop Manufacturing for Lights-Out Production
A major focus of the exhibit will be advanced Closed Loop Systems for highly automated production environments. Integrated solutions combine manufacturing, automation, gear inspection and digital process integration. Measurement data is transferred directly back to the manufacturing process, enabling manually prompted or automatic corrections. This helps increase productivity, process stability and gear quality with minimal operator intervention.
Intra DFT – Fast Double Flank Testing for Production
Intra DFT Double Flank Testing Systems provide fast, reliable and production-ready gear quality verification. By simulating real operating conditions and capturing composite deviations in a single efficient test, the systems deliver immediate insight into gear performance and process stability. Intra Single Flank Testing systems are also available for applications requiring detailed transmission error analysis.
CRITERION Analysis Software for Single and Double Flank Testing
CRITERION Analysis Software provides the foundation for accurate and reliable gear inspection and analysis and is included with Intra Single and Double Flank Testing Systems. The software supports part verification, process monitoring and quality management, compares components with target specifications, monitors production using statistical process control and detects deviations early. Stored measurement data ensures complete traceability.
Functional and Electronic Gauges
Gleason will present a comprehensive portfolio of functional gauges, master gears, variable spline gauges, go/no-go rings and plugs, as well as setting and calibration masters. Experts will also discuss design engineering services, calibration options, coatings and setting masters, demonstrating how individual inspection requirements can be addressed efficiently.
QFS Quick Flex System – Modular Workholding for Part Families
The QFS Quick Flex System provides flexible and cost-effective clamping for part families. The display will include advanced hydraulic and mechanical workholding systems for productive machining, LeCount® expanding arbors for inspection applications, and customized solutions for special workpiece and process requirements.
Dressing Tools – Explore the Last Micrometer
Grinding and honing applications often offer significant potential to improve quality, tool life and cost. Gleason dressing tools support higher productivity and consistently high results in hard finishing. Booth experts will discuss specific applications and individual optimization opportunities.
Power Skiving Tools for High Performance and Long Tool Life
Gleason HSS and carbide power skiving tools combine high productivity with long tool life. They are available for all power skiving machines and machining centers with integrated power skiving capability and can be tailored to a wide range of gear manufacturing applications and production requirements.
Coniflex Pro for Straight Bevel and Differential Gears
The Coniflex® Pro Design and Manufacturing System enables the cost-effective production of strong, quiet straight bevel gears. The technology is particularly well suited for high-performance differential applications in electric, internal combustion engine, and hybrid powertrains for passenger cars, trucks, buses, and off-highway vehicles.
Small to Coarse Pitch Hobs and Milling Cutters
Gleason offers a complete range of HSS and carbide hobs and milling cutters, from small to coarse pitch. The tools support automotive and industrial applications for cutting gears, splines, chain sprockets, pulleys and worm wheels. For the North American market, they are made in the USA by Gleason Cutting Tools.
Gleason Digital Solutions – Data-Driven Manufacturing
Gleason Digital Solutions (GDS) transform manufacturing into a data-driven ecosystem. Fingerprint diagnostics support proactive condition assessment, Process Monitoring provides real-time visibility, and Tool Management optimizes asset utilization. The PMA Preventive Maintenance Assistant structures preventive maintenance activities. All applications are powered by the GEMS platform, helping manufacturers increase uptime, maintain superior part quality and advance AI-supported production strategies.
Precision Plastic Gears from a Single Source
Gleason Plastic Gears provides comprehensive solutions for high-precision plastic gears. Capabilities range from optimized gear tooth macro and micro geometry using KISSsoft, system analysis and design for moldability to custom material selection. Single- and multi-cavity molds, no weld-line technology, over-molding and additional manufacturing solutions support demanding applications.
For more information and to register for your free entry ticket, visit www.gleason.com/imts2026.
Gleason is a global leader in gear technology. Gleason’s "Total Gear Solutions" range from gear and transmission design software to the development and production of gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, aerospace, agricultural, energy, construction, power tool, marine, robotics, and many other industrial equipment markets. Gleason has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Brazil, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, U.K., India, China and Japan, and operates sales and service offices in all major industrial hubs. For more information about Gleason Corporation, please visit www.gleason.com
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For further information please contact:
Christian Albrecht, Chief Marketing Officer
Gleason Corporation, 1000 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA