Hobbing
Hobbing is a process used in machining that is typically undertaken to cut sprockets, gears and splines. It involves the use of a machine known as a hobbing machine or hob. Depending on the type of end product, different types of hobs are used. These include Spline hobs, Chamfer hobs, Worm wheel hobs, Straight side spline jobs, Serration hobs, Involute spline hobs, Semi topping gear hobs and Spur and helical gear hobs. Hobbing is most often used in manufacturing to create helical and spur gears. In fact, hobbing is the most common type of gear making process and used across a wide range of industries including marine, automotive and watch making.
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J.R. GILBERT ENGINEERING LIMITED
View company profileFounded in 1983, JR Gilbert Engineering offers precision and general engineering to a variety of industries throughout the UK and Ireland. We have an extensive range of engineering services including : 3 Axis CNC Machining, 5 Axis CNC Machining, Gear Cutting, Surface Grinding, Boring, Slotting, Fabrication & Welding, CAD/CAM Services, Conventional Machining and Waterjet Cutting. We are proud to be one of the largest CNC manufacturing companies in South Wales.
At the start of 2023, we took possession of another 10,000 Sq Ft building attached to our existing 10,000 Sq Ft on our Oakdale Site. In the last 6 months we have added a Large Dugard 2200x1000x1000 CNC milling machine to our capacity list and have just taken delivery of a Mazak 35Y CNC Lathe (Capable of turning 550 Ø x 1500mm). All of this, coupled with having bought another Bridgeport CNC machine and an OMAX Precision Waterjet Cutter within the last 18 months, demonstrates our vision in investing into the business to help us grow forward along with the manufacturing industry.
Having all these services in-house and under one roof, Gilbert Engineering is well placed to meet the high demands of the manufacturing sector. With a commitment to high-quality manufacturing, we adhere to ISO9001:2015 standards, ensuring all components are meticulously manufactured and inspected. From bespoke machines, one off components, repairs to existing equipment, custom gears and batch runs, we can do it all.
