Able to handle workpiece diameters from 6-36 in., GS:H machines accept operator-entered workpiece and material parameters and GearSmart software calculates feeds and speeds. Products utilize Fanuc control, million-count encoders on all axes, servo-driven hob, and direct-drive linear axes. Pre-loaded ground ball screws provide consistent tooth spacing, and CNC provides data storage for hob life management, part definition, hob geometry, and process data.

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WARREN, OHIO–Drake Manufacturing offers a complete line of CNC Gear Hobbers that handle workpiece diameters from 6″ to 36″.

Quick changeovers and intelligent programming are key in today’s short run environment. Each Drake hobber is equipped with the latest Fanuc controls and the company’s proprietary GearSmart(TM) software configured specifically for customers’ parts. All the operator has to do is enter workpiece and material parameters into the menu driven screens and the software calculates feeds and speeds.

Drake makes all of its machine tools very easy to operate. “Our customers do not want machine tools, they want quality parts out their door,” said Jim Vosmik, Drake president. Our GearSmart(TM) programming guarantees “good parts out your door from day one.”

Precision hobbing is assured with CNC positioning control and superior rigidity of both cutter and work drives. Million-count encoders are used on all axes; the hob is servo-driven; linear axes are direct-driven.

Drake’s new GS:H machines use proven pre-loaded ground ball screws to provide excellent lead and index accuracy and consistent tooth spacing.

System software and servo motors control all movable axes (no change gears are used), so set-up is much simpler, changeover is faster and productive machine time is increased. The CNC provides data storage for hob life management as well as part definition, hob geometry and process data to expedite changeovers.

Optional GS:H systems include power helix, auto loading, hydraulic work clamping, high-speed hobbing, automatic stock dividing and thermal compensation.

Drake Manufacturing designs, builds and services state-of-the-art precision CNC grinding and gear hobbing machines that help maximize productivity, improve quality and reduce production costs for a wide variety of demanding applications.