MPMA and Federtec Bridge the Global Skills Gap

Modernized, On-Demand Courses Provide Accessible Gear Education for the Next Generation of Professionals As the gear and power transmission industries evolve, companies worldwide face a critical challenge: how to ensure the workforce is skilled, prepared, and ready to tackle increasingly complex manufacturing processes. From digital manufacturing and automation to generational turnover, the demand for technically proficient employees has never been higher. In response, the Motion + Power Technology Association (MPMA) redeveloped its Workforce Training Series, modernizing its most popular on-demand courses with updated content, high-quality media, and a flexible, self-paced delivery model. Now, in collaboration with Italy’s Federtec, the series is available in Italian, expanding access to high-quality, gear-focused education across Europe. The partnership signed in March 2024 allows Italian members to access the translated courses at a discounted rate of $99 (USD), while members of both organizations enjoy free access to the series in English and Italian. The Italian-language courses have been available since July 2025.