3,000 HP Frac Pump
Oil & Gas
Project details
Engineering of a robust frac pump built for peak performance, high horsepower, and long-term reliability in high-pressure oil and gas environments.
Powertrain Engineers Inc.
Expert Gear Drive Development & Problem Solving Since 1995
About the firm
Powertrain Engineers provides cost-effective engineering solutions to gear problems and complete product development of gear drives and associated equipment. Founded in 1995 by Edwin C. Hahlbeck and joined in 1997 by Mike Chartre, it delivers full product development support, spanning from initial concepts and detailed engineering design to prototype testing and serial production.
- Established
- 1995
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Mechanical Engineering · Industrial Engineering · Forensic Engineering
People
Mike ChartreCEO
Edwin C. HahlbeckFounder
Capabilities
Gear Design & Development
Full product development support for gear drives and associated equipment, spanning from initial concepts to serial production.
- Spur & Helical Gears
- Bevel & Face Gears
- Worm Gears
- Planetary Gear Systems
Design of planetary drives for higher power density, compactness, and cost reduction, utilizing deflection prediction and flex-pin mounting.
Advanced Drivetrain Analysis
Specialized engineering analysis to ensure mechanical integrity, minimize transmission error, and optimize drivetrain performance.
- 3D Mesh Analysis
Analysis of mesh rotation, stiffness, and the influences of the gear body, pinion shaft, bearings, and housing deflections.
- Shaft Analysis
In-depth shaft stress analysis and design using DIN 743 and ASME standards, including keyless joint design.
- Bearing Analysis
Bearing load and life co-development using specialized software and close association with major manufacturers.
Forensic Engineering & Failure Analysis
Systematic investigation of gear and drivetrain failures to identify root causes and implement corrective modifications.
- Root Cause & Metallurgical Evaluation
Reviewing loads, failed components, and metallurgical quality in partnership with forensic laboratories.
- Corrective Design
Re-engineering failed components with minimal constraints to meet targeted design life.
Quality Assurance & Procurement Assistance
Technical support to establish practical manufacturing specifications, validate first-article reports, and select qualified suppliers.
- QA Oversight
Quality control and assurance oversight across diverse defense, aerospace, energy, and heavy industrial programs.
- Procurement Specifications
Developing robust specifications for manufacturing drawings and purchase agreements.
Testing & On-Site Engineering
Comprehensive test coordination, tooling design, and field assistance to validate new and innovative gear designs.
- Test Stand & Procedure Development
Designing test stands, tooling, and procedures for low-RPM to high-speed applications.
- On-Site Assembly & Test Witnessing
Witnessing physical assembly, verifying test execution, and conducting field troubleshooting.
Industries
Oil & Gas · Renewable Energy · Mining · Defense · Industrial · Manufacturing · Aerospace · Wind · Space · Sports & Recreation
Projects
Integrated Drum Drive
Mining
Project details
Development of a revolutionary heavy machinery drive system offering superior control and precise movement for demanding excavation and mining tasks.
The Wave Vessel
Renewable Energy
Project details
A cutting-edge ocean energy vessel that converts wave motion into clean, renewable electricity, utilizing specialized gear drives engineered for harsh marine environments.
Wind Turbine Transmission Test Stands
Boulder, CO and Clemson, SC · Wind · Client: Department of Energy
Project details
Oversaw the design of multi-megawatt wind turbine transmission test stands (ranging from 350KW to 15MW) and fractional horsepower drives for the Department of Energy at NREL and Clemson.