Gear mechanisms are used across a wide range of industrial sectors. They serve to amplify small rotational forces (torque) and accelerate slow-moving rotations. For example, power transmission systems—such as the speed-increasing units that form the heart of wind turbines, automotive gearboxes (transmissions), and the reduction gears found in Ferris wheels—are all gear mechanisms, and are indispensable to numerous industries. By supplying bearings that support ‘rotation’—arguably the most critical element of gear mechanisms—OID is, in effect, supporting the entire world.

Should a gear system fail, it would have a significant negative impact on users; therefore, bearings must possess extremely high reliability. OID is committed to pursuing optimal design and improving production quality, providing a range of long-life, high-load-capacity, and highly reliable bearings to reduce users’ maintenance costs.

Moving forward, OID will continue to leverage its comprehensive capabilities, prioritise environmental considerations, and strive to develop a new generation of bearings specifically designed for gear systems that offer smoother transmission and will be highly regarded for many years to come.