When a part fails, wears out, or simply no longer exists, replacement can seem impossible. That’s where Lawler Gear’s reverse engineering services come in.
From our Lee’s Summit facility, we help customers across Kansas City and the Midwest recreate critical components with accuracy, speed, and confidence. Using advanced inspection equipment, our experienced team can analyze your existing gear (even if it’s worn or damaged) and reproduce it with precision.
For more than 45 years, Lawler Gear has built its reputation on combining craftsmanship with innovation. Our reverse engineering process is a perfect example: blending decades of mechanical know-how with cutting-edge technology to help you keep your machines running at their best.
In many industries, downtime isn’t just inconvenient—it’s costly. Unfortunately, older or specialized machines often rely on gears that are no longer available or have limited documentation. That’s where we step in.
Our reverse engineering process enables us to recreate gears and components quickly and accurately, even when the original blueprints are no longer available. We start by capturing precise measurements of your sample part using specialized gear inspection equipment.
Whether your gear is worn, damaged, or missing teeth entirely, we can rebuild its geometry with exceptional accuracy—matching the original specifications or improving performance when possible.
Reverse engineering a gear requires far more than a digital scan—it demands expertise, thorough analysis, and a genuine understanding of how gears function in real-world applications.
Here’s how we approach it:
Every project begins with a detailed inspection of your existing part. Using advanced measuring and inspection equipment, including our Zeiss Contura G2 CMM and specialized analytical gear inspection tools, we capture exact dimensions, tooth geometry, and critical alignments.
We use our in-house computer programs and gear inspection software to verify that every specification, from pitch diameter to tooth profile, matches the original. If your part shows wear, we can use our analysis to restore it to like-new condition or improve its efficiency and durability.
Once the model is complete, our skilled machinists use precision cutting, shaping, and grinding equipment to manufacture your new custom gear or component. Every piece is built to the same high standards as our original gear manufacturing work.
Before delivery, your part undergoes rigorous inspection to ensure it performs exactly as intended. Our goal is always to provide a replacement gear that fits perfectly, functions smoothly, and lasts as long as possible.
Reverse engineering isn’t just about duplication—it’s about problem-solving. Whether you’re replacing obsolete parts, improving existing designs, or maintaining legacy equipment, this process offers a range of benefits:
At Lawler Gear, we understand that gear reverse engineering isn’t just about creating a new part—it’s about keeping your operation moving. Our team works closely with you to understand your machinery, challenges, and performance goals. Whether you bring us a damaged sample, an outdated drawing, or just a description of what you need, we’ll find a solution.
When a critical gear breaks, wears down, or disappears from production, you don’t need to start from scratch. Let Lawler Gear bring it back to life with expert reverse engineering and precision manufacturing.
Contact us today to discuss your project or request a quote. We’ll help you restore your part and your peace of mind, with the quality, precision, and reliability Lawler Gear is known for.
421 SE Bailey Rd
Lee’s Summit, MO 64081