Clarifying Standards for Industry Consistency

A Request for Interpretation (RFI) is the formal process for asking questions about specific MPMA standards. Questions are reviewed by the appropriate technical committee, and responses are published to ensure the industry benefits from consistent guidance. RFIs help maintain clarity, reliability, and relevance in standards across gears, bearings, and related components.

How to Submit an RFI

Submit your question via the online form, or by U.S. mail:

MPMA
ATTN: Vice President, Technical Division
1001 N Fairfax Street, 5th Floor
Alexandria, VA 22314

Your request should include: 

• Name, company, phone, and email 
• Title, number, and date of the standard 
• A clear, concise statement of your question 
• Circumstances prompting the question to ensure relevance 

Questions about the process?