The award-winning component, showcased at the WorldPM2026 conference in Geneva, Illinois, functions within a selectable one-way clutch. By employing an electronically actuated solenoid to engage a radial rocker against a cam face, the assembly enables precise torque transfer. Manufacturing these parts through powder metal processing offers a distinct advantage over traditional metal forming, drastically reducing material waste and the need for secondary machining.
Burgess-Norton Secures Powder Metallurgy Grand Prize
A custom-engineered notch and pocket plate, central to a modern clutch assembly, has earned Burgess-Norton the Automotive – Transmission Grand Prize at the 2026 Powder Metallurgy Design Excellence Awards. The recognition highlights a shift toward precision powder metal processing in high-performance propulsion systems.
Amsted Automotive President Bill Kerfin noted that the achievement validates the company's focus on engineering solutions that address the increasing complexity of vehicle propulsion. With a production footprint spanning 21 global facilities, the firm continues to integrate these high-precision components into hybrid, electrified, and internal combustion platforms, aiming to balance manufacturing efficiency with the durability required by global automotive manufacturers.
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