Philadelphia Gear (A Timken Brand) — Industrial Gear Drives & Overhaul Solutions
Authorized Supply Partner: PT. Atlas Prima Internasional (API)
Philadelphia Gear, a flagship brand of The Timken Company (USA), is a world leader in high-performance enclosed gear drives, high-speed turbine gearboxes, and precision replacement gearing for severe-duty industrial applications. For over a century, Philadelphia Gear has engineered gearing systems capable of handling multi-thousand horsepower loads across oil refineries, petrochemical complexes, pipeline pump stations, and marine propulsion.
PT. Atlas Prima Internasional provides authorized representation, replacement gear sets, and certified technical overhaul management across Indonesia.
Model Series & Gearbox Types Matrix
| Model / Series | Drive Type / Configuration | Power & Speed Range | Primary Industrial Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Gear HS Series | High-Speed Parallel Shaft Turbomachinery Drives | Up to 80,000 HP / 20,000+ RPM | Steam/gas turbine generators, boiler feed pumps, centrifugal compressor drives |
| Philadelphia Gear Parallel Shaft (P Series) | Single, Double, Triple Reduction Helical Drives | Ratios 1.2:1 to 500:1 / High Torque | Heavy slurry pumps, conveyor systems, kiln drives, refinery mixers |
| Philadelphia Gear Right Angle (R Series) | Bevel-Helical Heavy Duty Drives | High thermal capacity ratings | Cooling tower fan drives, vertical pump stations, vertical mill drives |
| Custom Replacement Gearing (All OEMs) | Precision Carburized & Ground Gear Sets | AGMA Quality 12–14 precision | Direct drop-in gear sets for any legacy or obsolete gearbox brand |
OEM Competitor Cross-Reference & Drop-In Replacement Matrix
| Competitor Brand / Model | Philadelphia Gear Solution | Interchangeability Level | Key Advantage of Philadelphia Gear |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falk / Rexnord (Y, V-Class, Ultramite) | Philadelphia Gear Direct Drop-In | 100% Exact Footprint & Shaft Match | Case-carburized and precision ground gearing with higher AGMA service factor |
| Lufkin (Baker Hughes) High-Speed | Philadelphia Gear HS Series | Direct Form-Fit-Function Drop-In | API 613 compliant, high-speed journal bearings, superior power density |
| Flender (Siemens / Innomotics) | Philadelphia Gear Parallel / Bevel | Drop-In Mounting & Shaft Centers | Shorter replacement lead time in Indonesia, robust cast-iron/fabricated steel housings |
| Hansen Industrial Gearboxes (P4 Series) | Philadelphia Gear Heavy-Duty | Direct Replacement & Rebuild | Drop-in internal gear sets without altering motor or pump baseplates |
| Sumitomo / Hansen Paramax | Philadelphia Gear Custom Gear Sets | Reverse Engineered Internal Sets | Upgraded metallurgy resistant to shock loads and thermal degradation |
Technical Features & API Compliance
- API 613 / API 677 Compliance: Engineered and manufactured strictly according to American Petroleum Institute turbomachinery standards for continuous refinery service.
- Precision Carburizing & Tooth Grinding: AGMA 14 precision grade tooth finishing ensures ultra-quiet operation, minimal thermal generation, and 98.5%+ mechanical efficiency per stage.
- On-Site Vibration Analysis & Borescope Inspection: API engineers provide field inspection, tooth pattern contact checks, and oil analysis for plant turnaround planning.
How to Request a Quote or Gearbox Cross-Reference (RFQ)
When requesting a new gearbox or replacement gear set, please provide:
- Existing Gearbox Nameplate Data (OEM Make, Model, Serial Number, Ratio, and Input/Output RPM)
- Application & Motor Power (Motor HP/kW, Service Factor, Driven machine type)
- Shaft Center Distances & Mounting Footprint (if requesting drop-in replacement)