Services

The Design Unit has been providing design, development and consultancy services to industrial engineering customers in the UK and worldwide since 1970.

Transmission Design and Development

We provide complete gearbox design, from system concepts through to detailed design, manufacturing and assembly

Gear Stress Analysis, Design and Specification

We apply a holistic approach to gear design, analysis and specification.

Materials Testing

Our Materials Laboratories support industrial gear research and consultancy projects

Metrology

In 1987, the UK National Gear Metrology Laboratory (NGML) was established in Newcastle.

Mechanical Testing

Our test facilities range from simple component testing to complete gearbox system tests

Test Rig Development

Design Unit have a wealth of experience in the design and manufacture of bespoke test rigs.

Failure Analysis

Design Unit has access to a range of instrumentation, including data-loggers and telemetry systems.

Research Activities

Design Unit is one of the largest gear research groups in Europe.

Seminars and Training

Design Unit offers a comprehensive range of training services to support both gear manufacturers and gear users, delivered in an informal manner.