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1925
Innovation
Cone Drive is Founded with Double Enveloping Worm Gear

Samuel I. Cone patents the double-enveloping worm gear, and the Michigan Tool Company establishes the Cone Drive Division.

1931
Establishment
Manufacturing Plant Opens in Detroit

Cone Drive opens its first plant in Detroit.

1935
Expansion
Launch of HP Product Line

The HP Product line is launched, expanding Cone Drive's role in power transmission applications.

1950
Relocation
Headquarters Move to Traverse City, Michigan

Cone Drive relocates operations from Detroit to Traverse City, cementing the city as its headquarters.

1985
Growth
Manufacturing Grows with Ludington Facility Opening

A new facility opens in Ludington, Michigan, expanding Cone Drive's manufacturing capabilities.

2001
Advancement
Introduction of Zero-Backlash, Adjustable Gearset

Cone Drive advances its double-enveloping technology by introducing an adjustable, zero-backlash gearset.

2009
Diversification
Cone Drive Enters the Solar Energy Market

Cone Drive enters the solar energy market, delivering precision motion control solar tracking solutions.

2014
Globalization
Global Expansion and Entry into Slew Drive Market

Cone Drive expands globally and breaks into the slew drive and slew bearing market.

2016
Specialization
Stainless Steel IP69k Gearbox Launched

Cone Drive launches a hygienic IP69K stainless steel servo and NEMA gearboxes, tailored for the food and beverage industry.

2017
Breakthrough
Harmonic Solutions® Debut
for Robotics and Automation

Cone Drive Harmonic Solutions® goes live, enabling new applications in the robotics and automation sectors.

2018
Integration
Cone Drive Joins The Timken Company

Cone Drive is acquired by The Timken Company, accelerating our global reach and capabilities.

2023
Evolution
Cycloidal Technology Added
with Timken's Spinea Acquisition

Timken acquires Spinea, adding cycloidal gearing technology to the Cone Drive product portfolio.

2025
Centennial
Celebrating 100 Years
of Innovation and Excellence

Cone Drive proudly celebrates 100 years of engineering excellence and innovation.

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