DISCOVER OUR STORY

Curtis Machine Company of Dodge City, KS

The Power of Precision Since 1946
We have been designing and manufacturing precision gearboxes in Dodge City. What began as a small Midwestern machine shop has grown into one of North America's most respected manufacturers.

From the beginning, Curtis has been built on a simple principle: DO IT RIGHT AND DO IT IN-HOUSE.

While our roots run deep, Curtis Machine is not standing still.

Under new ownership and leadership, the company is in the midst of a strategic revitalization focused on:

*Investments in modern CNC equipment and inspection technology

*Expanded engineering and new product development

*Continuous improvement in safety, sustainability and operations

*Workforce Development Commitment- We have created a structured in-house technical training program focused on machining, quality, safety and leadership development. This program is designed to retain local talent in long-term careers in advanced manufacturing.

After nearly 80 years, Curtis Machine Company continues to do what we always have done - build exceptional products and constantly find better ways to serve our customers.

QUALITY

Empowering Your Rhythm

Our mission

Curtis Machine Company's goal is to redefine industrial motion through custom-engineered excellence, delivering a diverse range of precision gears and specialized gearboxes that empower operations of every scale—from unique small-batch prototypes to massive industrial powerhouses

Innovation

Our products

Why Choose Us: The Engineering Edge

We don’t believe in "off-the-shelf" solutions for high-stakes environments. Our technical advantage lies in our ability to scale precision engineering to meet any industrial demand.

Versatile Gear Catalog: We manufacture a comprehensive range of gear types, including:
- Spur Gears: For high-efficiency, cost-effective power transfer between parallel shafts.
- Helical & Double Helical: For smoother, quieter high-load operations.
- Bevel & Spiral Bevel: For precise angular power transmission in confined spaces.
- Planetary Sets: For maximum torque density and compact footprints in high-performance robotics and energy.
- Worm Gearing: For superior torque reduction and non-back drivable safety features.
Custom Torque & Speed Optimization: Every gearbox is calibrated for your specific duty cycle. Whether you need low-speed, high-torque durability for mining or high-speed precision for automation, we engineer for your exact "sweet spot."
Harsh-Environment Survival: We specialize in specialty alloy selection and advanced surface treatments, ensuring our units thrive in extreme heat, cold, dust, and corrosive marine or chemical environments.
Legacy Quality, Modern Design: We use 3D CAD Modeling and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to simulate stress and fatigue before a single piece of steel is cut, ensuring your 2026 solution has the same 1946 reliability.
Scalable Production: Our shop is uniquely equipped to handle everything from single-unit prototypes for startups to high-volume production runs for global OEMs.

MEET OUR TEAM

Our dedicated team at Curtis Machine Company is committed to providing exceptional service.

President: Scott Beatty

Controller: Theada Grey

Sales Director: Melba Downey