AGMA - American Gear Manufacturers Association

Gear Manufacturing & Inspection

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Methods, Practices, Application & Interpretation for the Design Engineer

Presented by: AGMA and Raymond Drago, P.E., Drive Systems Technology, Inc.

Gain a broad understanding of the methods used to manufacture and inspect gears – and much more. Take it one step further, learning how the resultant information can be applied and interpreted in the design process.

It is critical that the design engineer understand the manufacturing and inspection processes that will be employed so that the intent of the design can be successfully translated into practice.
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Manufacturing Methods

First, learn about the methods behind a variety of gears, including

• external and internal spur,
• single and double helical gears and
• bevel and worm gears.

For each basic manufacturing methd, both the methodology and underlying theory are explained.

The “features” associated with each manufacturing method are discussed with regard to their impact upon and their ability to refine, guide and optimize the design process.
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Inspection Methods & Results

Similarly, walk through inspection methods and interpretations of the results of those inspections.

First, learn about a variety of tests, including their underlying theory and application techniques.

Most gear inspection centers on gear tooth geometry, however, various nondestructive and destructive tests (such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, acid etch, etc.) are also required to ensure the quality of the basic gear material and the results of various heat treatment procedures.

Next, take two views of the same results: both meeting a “specification” and determining acceptability for a specific application. Interpret the inspection data for purposes other than simply determining accept/reject status.
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Specifying the Data

In addition, learn about specifying the data required to control both the manufacturing and inspection processes on an engineering drawing and in a specification.

This includes both the data to be defined and the presentation of the data on the engineering drawing.

Please note: This seminar is not a tutorial in the mechanics of machine operation; rather, the content addresses the relation between the manufacturing/inspection sequence and the detailed gear design process.
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Cost Summary

AGMA member: $1,395 (additional AGMA member registrant from same company is $1,195)

Nonmember: $1,895 (additional nonmember registrant from same company is $1,695)

Hotel rate (mention AGMA): $102 single/double – which includes a full breakfast
This rate is available through September 3, 2010

Join AGMA now for the discounted rate. Download the membership application [PDF] or read more about member benefits.

Arrangements can be made with the Best Western Concordville Hotel & Conference Center at (610) 358-9400. Be sure to mention AGMA to get the discount.

The hotel is located near Philadelphia, the specific address is intersection of Route 322 and U.S. Route 1, in Concordville, Pa. The average travel time from the Philadelphia International Airport to the Hotel is 25 minutes.

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