Sep 29, 2015 | Processes
The benefits and use of automation during the hobbing process. For this discussion, we will categorize parts into three groups: large, medium, and small. Large parts above 400 mm (~16 in) are typically not automated. As a general rule, parts that are 200–400 mm (~8–16...
Oct 9, 2014 | Processes
A look at hobbing machines, hobs, and the hobbing process. In our last issue, we introduced basic information about hobbing machines and the hobbing process. A hob is a worm-like cutter that makes successive generating cuts to produce gear teeth. This is achieved by a...
Jul 8, 2014 | Processes
A look at hobbing machines, hobs, and the hobbing process. Hobbing machines provide gear manufacturers a fast and accurate method for cutting parts. This is because of the generating nature of this particular cutting process. Gear hobbing is not a form cutting...
Apr 8, 2014 | News
A new North American supplier for premium heavy duty CNC gear hobbing and shaping machines Gear manufacturers of North America now have an exciting new option for hobbing and shaping equipment. The line of machine tool products from CLC provides customers a wide range...
