Nuttall Gearbox Background Nuttall Gearboxes was founded in 1887 by R.D. Nuttall in Pittsburg PA with one gear cutter and 5 men. Their total working capital was $500. Over the years they made huge strides providing gear services In 1928 Nuttall Gear was acquired by Westinghouse Electric Corporation and renamed Westinghouse Gear Division Through modern