Rapid Gear offers expert machining service

For Rapid Gear, machining is a passion. The Kitchener, Ont.-based manufacturer of gears, gearboxes and special purpose machinery has more than 40 years of experience precision machining products for a wide range of markets. It has earned a reputation for the quality products it produces, thanks in large part to the experienced machinists it employs, and the advanced equipment it uses.

Experienced workers, advanced equipment

Rapid Gear has a full-service machining department to support its gear-cutting operations. Its experienced machinists work on the most advanced equipment — from turning lathes and CNC lathes to vertical boring mills, CNC vertical mills and slotting and grinding equipment — guaranteeing that customers receive the highest quality custom gears in a timely manner. This fully equipped machine shop has a 30-ton lifting capacity.

Industries served

Rapid Gear’s machine shop is equipped to meet the needs of both small businesses and international companies in many industries, including the military, mining, pulp and paper, lifting equipment and aggregate markets. It also offers ski lift repairs. The company has the capability to expertly machine the new housings and components required by these markets, while ensuring the highest level of reliability and performance.

Additional services

In addition to its expert machining capabilities, Rapid Gear offers gear cutting, gearbox design and build, and gearbox maintenance and rebuild services out of its 40,000-square-foot facility in Kitchener. The company also offers on-site services.

To learn more, contact Rapid Gear.

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