Advancing Motion Through Education and Collaboration
Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA) is the one place that gathers gear and bearing manufacturers. Find education or networking opportunities for everyone at your company, from new employees; to middle managers and sales staff, to seasoned executives.
Our programs support manufacturing quality standards, provide insight into emerging technologies, strengthen professional networks, and create space for meaningful collaboration across the global supply chain. Whether you are developing technical expertise, exploring new technologies, or building relationships with industry peers, MPMA provides opportunities to learn, engage, and lead.
Experience MPMA in Action
MPMA programs bring the power transmission community together to learn, exchange ideas, and build lasting professional relationships. From hands-on courses and technical sessions to networking events and industry discussions, these experiences create the connections and insights that move the industry forward.
Browse highlights from past activities below and see why professionals across the mechanical power transmission community return year after year to learn, connect, and lead.
Courses
MPMA’s education programs are led by respected industry experts who bring decades of real-world experience to every session. Designed to strengthen technical capability and practical application, our courses help professionals at every level deepen their understanding of motion and power systems.
We offer more than 25 courses annually covering topics such as gear and bearing systems design, electric vehicles, inspection and metrology, materials and heat treatment, lubrication, and manufacturing processes for specific product types. Whether building foundational knowledge or advancing specialized expertise, our programs deliver practical skills that can be applied immediately.
Courses are available in both live and on-demand formats, giving you the flexibility to learn when and how it works best for you and your team.
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Events
Connection and collaboration are essential to industry progress. MPMA events bring together gear and bearing manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders to address the technical, business, and strategic priorities shaping the motion and power sector. From executive forums to highly technical meetings, each gathering strengthens professional networks and advances innovation across the supply chain.
Our signature events include the Annual Meeting, the Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum, the Fall Technical Meeting, and the Motion + Power Technology Expo, along with numerous committee meetings and member programs throughout the year.
These gatherings support standards development, legislative advocacy efforts, workforce development, and the exchange of technical knowledge that keeps our industry globally competitive.
Browse upcoming events to see what’s ahead.
Webinars
MPMA webinars deliver timely insight for gear, bearing, and power transmission professionals seeking to stay informed and competitive. Led by subject-matter experts and industry leaders, these virtual sessions explore technical advancements, legislative and regulatory developments, standards activity, workforce trends, and emerging technologies shaping the future of motion and power manufacturing.
Designed to be accessible from anywhere, webinars allow members to stay connected to the latest industry developments without leaving their desk. Live sessions include opportunities for audience questions and discussion, giving participants direct access to expert perspectives and practical insights.
In addition to live programming, MPMA maintains a growing on-demand webinar library that allows professionals and teams to revisit technical sessions, explore industry updates, and strengthen their knowledge on their own schedule.