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Pre-Engineered Gears for Manufacturing Suppliers

Carnes-Miller Gear delivers precision-engineered gears designed specifically for manufacturing suppliers across aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. With over 50 years of expertise, our full-service capabilities—from gear shaping and hobbing to grinding and custom machining—ensure your production lines operate with maximum efficiency and reliability. Trust our AGMA-certified processes and comprehensive in-house manufacturing to meet your exact specifications and demanding delivery schedules.

Precision-engineered industrial gears for manufacturing suppliers

Our Pre-Engineered Gear Manufacturing Services

Comprehensive gear manufacturing solutions from design to delivery, serving diverse industrial applications with precision and reliability.

Spur Gears Manufacturing

Precision spur gears up to 20-inch diameter using hobbing or shaping processes. Achieve AGMA 10 on shaped/hobbed gears and AGMA 13 on ground spur gears with profile tooth grinding capabilities.

Helical Gears Manufacturing

Specialized hobbing process for helical gears up to 8-inch diameter with helix angles to ±45 degrees. Achieve AGMA Class 10 on non-heat-treated and Class 13 on heat-treated gears.

Planetary Gears Manufacturing

Expert production of planetary (epicyclic) gear systems. Ring gears up to 10-inch pitch diameter with sun and planet gears, face widths up to five inches for compact power transmission.

Worm Gears Manufacturing

Throated worm wheels up to 16-inch diameter using hobbing process. Specialized materials including aluminum bronze and bronze, with reverse engineering services for legacy equipment.

Splines Manufacturing

Internal and external splines using hobbing, shaping, and broaching techniques. Comprehensive tooling inventory for external straight-sided splines with precise gaging for proper fit verification.

Turn-Key Gear Solutions

Complete gear manufacturing from blank machining to final grinding. In-house capabilities for gears up to 400mm diameter, delivering precision-engineered components ready for installation.

Complete In-House Control

Full-Service Gear Manufacturing Tailored to Your Specifications

Since 1973, Carnes-Miller Gear has evolved from a specialized gear shaping operation into a comprehensive manufacturing partner. Our 18,000-square-foot Locust, NC facility houses complete capabilities for gear blanking, milling, grinding, and broaching—ensuring precise control over production, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery. Whether you need AGMA-certified precision gears, reverse-engineered replacements for obsolete equipment, or custom modifications including lead, profile, and tip relief specifications, our expertise serves aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors with unparalleled reliability.

Advanced gear manufacturing facility with precision machinery
50 Years of Excellence

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Delivering precision gear solutions to aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial manufacturers since 1973.

"Carnes-Miller's spur gears manufacturing hit every specification we needed. AGMA 13 ratings, precise hobbing, and their 50 years of expertise made all the difference in our production quality."

James Richardson

"We had obsolete worm gear drawings and no OEM support. CMG's reverse engineering service salvaged our entire product line. Their technical knowledge and speed were exceptional."

Sandra Martinez

"As a pre-engineered gear manufacturer, CMG delivers exactly what we need. Their turn-key capabilities and 50-year track record make them our trusted supply partner for competitive advantage."

Michael Chen

"We needed helical gears ground to AGMA 13 specs by Friday. CMG delivered Monday morning without compromising quality. Their responsiveness and in-house grinding capabilities are unmatched."

David Thompson

"CMG's competitive pricing on turn-key gears with their full in-house capabilities means we get premium quality without premium costs. Best ROI we've found for gear manufacturing."

Patricia Wong

"Working with CMG for the past eight years has been seamless. They understand our medical device requirements, maintain our specifications consistently, and treat us like true partners."

Robert Lancaster

"Their gear shaping and hobbing processes achieve AGMA 10 ratings consistently. The nital-etch testing for grinding burns and in-house capabilities ensure zero defects in our transportation assemblies."

Elena Vasquez

"CMG positions themselves as the pre-engineered gear manufacturer to beat in our region. Their 18,000-sq-ft facility and full service capabilities give us competitive advantage we couldn't match elsewhere."

Kenneth Foster

"Carnes-Miller's spur gears manufacturing hit every specification we needed. AGMA 13 ratings, precise hobbing, and their 50 years of expertise made all the difference in our production quality."

James Richardson

"We had obsolete worm gear drawings and no OEM support. CMG's reverse engineering service salvaged our entire product line. Their technical knowledge and speed were exceptional."

Sandra Martinez

"As a pre-engineered gear manufacturer, CMG delivers exactly what we need. Their turn-key capabilities and 50-year track record make them our trusted supply partner for competitive advantage."

Michael Chen

"We needed helical gears ground to AGMA 13 specs by Friday. CMG delivered Monday morning without compromising quality. Their responsiveness and in-house grinding capabilities are unmatched."

David Thompson

"CMG's competitive pricing on turn-key gears with their full in-house capabilities means we get premium quality without premium costs. Best ROI we've found for gear manufacturing."

Patricia Wong

"Working with CMG for the past eight years has been seamless. They understand our medical device requirements, maintain our specifications consistently, and treat us like true partners."

Robert Lancaster

"Their gear shaping and hobbing processes achieve AGMA 10 ratings consistently. The nital-etch testing for grinding burns and in-house capabilities ensure zero defects in our transportation assemblies."

Elena Vasquez

"CMG positions themselves as the pre-engineered gear manufacturer to beat in our region. Their 18,000-sq-ft facility and full service capabilities give us competitive advantage we couldn't match elsewhere."

Kenneth Foster

"Carnes-Miller's spur gears manufacturing hit every specification we needed. AGMA 13 ratings, precise hobbing, and their 50 years of expertise made all the difference in our production quality."

James Richardson

"We had obsolete worm gear drawings and no OEM support. CMG's reverse engineering service salvaged our entire product line. Their technical knowledge and speed were exceptional."

Sandra Martinez

"As a pre-engineered gear manufacturer, CMG delivers exactly what we need. Their turn-key capabilities and 50-year track record make them our trusted supply partner for competitive advantage."

Michael Chen

"We needed helical gears ground to AGMA 13 specs by Friday. CMG delivered Monday morning without compromising quality. Their responsiveness and in-house grinding capabilities are unmatched."

David Thompson

"CMG's competitive pricing on turn-key gears with their full in-house capabilities means we get premium quality without premium costs. Best ROI we've found for gear manufacturing."

Patricia Wong

"Working with CMG for the past eight years has been seamless. They understand our medical device requirements, maintain our specifications consistently, and treat us like true partners."

Robert Lancaster

"Their gear shaping and hobbing processes achieve AGMA 10 ratings consistently. The nital-etch testing for grinding burns and in-house capabilities ensure zero defects in our transportation assemblies."

Elena Vasquez

"CMG positions themselves as the pre-engineered gear manufacturer to beat in our region. Their 18,000-sq-ft facility and full service capabilities give us competitive advantage we couldn't match elsewhere."

Kenneth Foster
The CMG Difference

Why Choose Carnes-Miller Gear?

Five decades of precision engineering excellence serving manufacturing suppliers across critical industries.

50+ Years Expertise

Over five decades manufacturing precision gears for aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial OEM suppliers with proven reliability.

Complete In-House Capabilities

Full-service 18,000 sq ft facility handling gear blanking, hobbing, shaping, grinding, and broaching—ensuring quality control and timely delivery for manufacturing suppliers.

AGMA-Certified Precision

Achieve AGMA 10 on shaped/hobbed gears and AGMA 13 on ground gears with advanced profile grinding and in-house nital-etch testing capabilities.

Reverse Engineering Services

Expert recreation of obsolete gear components when OEM support is unavailable, helping suppliers maintain legacy equipment and production lines.

The Carnes-Miller Gear Team

Precision engineering expertise serving manufacturing suppliers since 1973.

Founded in 1973, Carnes-Miller Gear began as a specialized gear shaping and hobbing operation and has evolved into a comprehensive full-service job shop. Over 50 years, CMG has navigated the energy crisis, multiple economic recessions, and global challenges while continuously expanding capabilities. From our dedicated 18,000-square-foot facility in Locust, NC, our team serves manufacturing suppliers across aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, mining, transportation, construction, agricultural, and rail sectors. Our vision centers on being the trusted partner for precision gear manufacturing, combining extensive training in gear tooling, equipment, nomenclature, and tolerancing with competitive pricing and unwavering commitment to quality infrastructure.

50+ YearsGear manufacturing expertise since 1973
18,000 Sq FtDedicated full-service manufacturing facility
AGMA 13 RatingHighest precision standards for ground gears

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of gears can Carnes-Miller Gear manufacture for suppliers?

We manufacture spur gears (up to 20-inch diameter), helical gears (up to 8-inch diameter), planetary gear systems (ring gears up to 10-inch pitch diameter), worm gears (up to 16-inch diameter), and both internal and external splines. Our capabilities include hobbing, shaping, grinding, and broaching processes.

What quality standards do your gears meet?

Can you reverse engineer gears when OEM support is unavailable?

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Need Gear Manufacturing Expertise?

Our engineering team is ready to discuss your specific gear requirements and provide expert guidance.

Quality & Precision

Awards and Recognition

AGMA Class 13 certification badge

AGMA Class 13 Certified

Highest precision rating for ground gears

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50 Years in Business

Trusted gear manufacturer since 1973

ISO quality standards certification

ISO Quality Standards

Precision manufacturing quality assurance

Ready to Discuss Your Gear Manufacturing Needs?

Contact our engineering team for expert consultation, custom quotes, and technical specifications for your pre-engineered gear requirements.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 704-888-4448 You can also send us a quick email at dan@cmgear.us