RSGetriebe industrial gearboxes and specialized drive systems

RSGetriebe specialized drive systems (Germany / HerkulesGroup): extruder gear units, dynamic test bench drives, and planetary machine tool spindle systems.

Extruder gearboxes FEX and FEL series

Dedicated RSGetriebe extruder drive systems are engineered for single and twin screw extrusion lines processing plastics, rubber, and polymers. Heavy duty thrust bearings absorb immense axial forces with operational output torque capacities exceeding 100,000 Nm.

Single screw extruder gear units in FEX and FEL designs with parallel layout
Twin screw co-rotating and counter-rotating drive units with elevated torque
Integrated roller thrust bearings engineered for extreme axial process loads
Integrated liquid cooling channels and digital thermal sensors for bearings

High speed test bench gearboxes

RSGetriebe test bench dynamometer drives and speed increasers operate in dynamic testing of turbine starter motors, motorsport gear systems, and electric powertrains. Precision engineering delivers rotational speeds up to 120,000 rpm and power ratings reaching 7.4 MW.

High speed test bench multiplying units with input speeds up to 120,000 rpm
Continuous dynamic power transmission ratings engineered up to 7,400 kW units
Ground helical gears featuring precision micro-geometry profile and flank crowning
Skid mounted lubrication units with integrated PLC automation and oil cooling

Machine tool spindle drives PSD series

Two-speed planetary and helical RSGetriebe drives of the PSD ES, PSD30, and PSD50 series are integrated into spindle heads of heavy gantry mills, lathes, and boring machines. The units combine high torque at low speeds with high efficiency at elevated finishing speeds.

Two-speed planetary spindle gearboxes in PSD ES and PSD30 drive configurations
Heavy duty PSD50 main spindle gear units for large boring and milling centers
Extremely low torsional backlash paired with superior tooth mesh rigidity values
Direct motor flange mounting with hollow through bore options for coolant drawbars

Custom planetary industrial gearboxes

Custom engineered RSGetriebe planetary gear systems are developed for critical industrial drives in rolling mills, mining equipment, energy plants, and heavy machinery. Transmission ratios from 3:1 to 1,500:1 allow torque transmission up to 250,000 Nm with compact footprints.

Multi-stage planetary gear systems delivering output torque up to 250,000 Nm
Broad reduction ratio spectrum from 3:1 up to 1,500:1 for custom client projects
Symmetrical load sharing across hardened planetary gears with needle bearings
High strength forged alloy housings built for continuous heavy industrial loads

Bevel helical and spur gearboxes

Bevel, helical, and combined drive units from RSGetriebe are manufactured according to individual customer kinematic requirements. The machinery delivers mechanical power up to 10 MW with elevated mechanical transmission efficiency of at least 98% per gear reduction stage.

Right angle bevel and bevel-helical gear arrangements with 90 degree input layout
High mechanical power transmission capability engineered up to 10 MW continuous
Elevated mechanical drive efficiency reaching at least 98% per reduction step
Rigid iron and welded alloy structures engineered for minimized running noise

Service, reverse engineering and gear parts

RSGetriebe performs comprehensive overhaul, reverse engineering, and modernization of industrial gear drives from all global manufacturers. The Sonthofen plant manufactures replacement gear wheels, shafts, and gear rims according to DIN/ISO precision quality standards.

Brand-independent inspection, endodontic diagnostics, and vibration analysis
Reverse engineering and precision part production from worn physical samples
Precision bevel and helical gear components up to 1,200 mm in quality class Q4
Modernization and gear ratio retrofitting to enhance overall drive performance

Engineering heritage and manufacturing capabilities of RSGetriebe Sonthofen

Operating from Sonthofen in the Bavarian Allgaeu region of Germany, RSGetriebe GmbH stands as an established specialist within the international HerkulesGroup.

The modern production complex spans over 3,300 square meters and incorporates precision five-axis machining centers, profile gear grinders, and three-dimensional coordinate inspection machinery.

With more than seventy-five skilled engineers, designers, and technicians, the company develops custom industrial drive solutions built in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 quality standards.

Extruder gearboxes of the FEX and FEL series for polymer processing

Engineered for plastics, rubber compounds, and polymer recycling lines, RSGetriebe extruder drive units deliver exceptional reliability. Available in parallel Z-drive and U-drive configurations, these units permit space-saving motor integration beside the extruder barrel.

A key feature is the reinforced roller thrust bearing assembly fitted into a heavy iron housing. This setup absorbs continuous axial melt thrust forces with torque capacities exceeding 100,000 Nm, while internal oil fluid circuits prevent thermal spikes.

High speed test bench multiplying gear units for dynamic testing

RSGetriebe dynamometer drives and speed increasers equip testing facilities across aerospace, motorsport, energy generation, and electric vehicle mobility development. The mechanical systems ensure dynamic power transmission up to 7.4 MW at output speeds reaching 120,000 rpm.

To guarantee smooth running and minimal acoustic emission, helical gears undergo precision flank crowning and profile optimization. The units feature skid lubrication systems with digital PLC controls, oil cooling, and vibration sensors.

Planetary machine tool spindle drives of the PSD ES, PSD30, and PSD50 series

Two-speed planetary spindle gearboxes of the PSD ES, PSD30, and PSD50 series are developed for integration into heavy portal mills, vertical turning lathes, and horizontal boring machines. Coaxial planetary arrangements deliver high power density within compact dimensions.

At reduction gearing, the transmission provides maximum torque for roughing structural alloys, while direct drive enables high speeds for precision finishing. Hardened planetary gears ensure minimal backlash.

Custom planetary, bevel, and helical heavy industrial gear drives

In specialized industrial drive engineering, RSGetriebe builds bespoke planetary, spur, bevel, and multi-stage combined gearboxes with ratings reaching 10 MW. The equipment operates in rolling mills, open-pit mining equipment, pulp plants, and power stations.

Gear reduction ratios span from 0.1:1 up to 1,500:1 based on plant layout demands. High-grade alloy steels and optimized tooth contact geometry deliver gear stage efficiencies of at least 98% under continuous duty cycles.

Comprehensive overhaul, reverse engineering, and precision gear components

The RSGetriebe service division delivers independent inspection, condition analysis, and overhaul for industrial gearboxes from all global manufacturers. When original drawings are unavailable, engineers execute accurate three-dimensional reverse engineering from physical components.

In-house gear manufacturing in Sonthofen produces spiral bevel gears and spur gear rims up to 1,200 mm diameter meeting DIN quality class Q4, ensuring prolonged service life.

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