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Johann Julius Renk had the idea of a machine that could produce gears completely mechanically.

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South Sudan
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Renk

South Sudan

Country
South Sudan
Population
50.0K
Coordinates
11.75, 32.79
1275th most populous city in the world

The Renk Group AG is a German global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings, and testing systems.

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Renk was awarded the patent DRP 8000/79 in 1879 for the production of the first involute gearing.

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South Sudan
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Renk

South Sudan

Country
South Sudan
Population
50.0K
Coordinates
11.75, 32.79
1275th most populous city in the world

The Renk Group AG is a German global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings, and testing systems.

From the “History” section

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Renk AG was involved in a bribery affair in 2007, leading to suspended sentences for board members.

Renk
South Sudan
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Renk

South Sudan

Country
South Sudan
Population
50.0K
Coordinates
11.75, 32.79
1275th most populous city in the world

The Renk Group AG is a German global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings, and testing systems.

From the “Criticism” section

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Renk signed a contract in 1993 to supply transmissions for 436 Leclerc tanks, generating approximately €100 million.

Renk
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Renk

South Sudan

Country
South Sudan
Population
50.0K
Coordinates
11.75, 32.79
1275th most populous city in the world

The Renk Group AG is a German global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings, and testing systems.

From the “Criticism” section

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As of 2023, Renk generates about 70% of its turnover with tanks and marine gear units.

Renk
South Sudan
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Renk

South Sudan

Country
South Sudan
Population
50.0K
Coordinates
11.75, 32.79
1275th most populous city in the world

The Renk Group AG is a German global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings, and testing systems.

From the “Corporate structure” section

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