Get out of the classroom and actually operate the machines needed to make a gear.

Our shop, located in sunny Ventura, CA, has many Pfauter RS00, Mikron 132 and Mikron 79 gear hobbers lined up and ready for training. We use the Pfauter because they are quick, allowing everyone to cut their own gear, measure it, and see it in mesh. Whether you're making a watch or an excavator, hobbing is the go-to process for gear-making. And yes, we do gear milling too, and will show those setups and techniques. Get your gear game on!  

Whether your shop uses a 3D Printer, CNC Router, Laser Cutter, CNC Mill, or manual machines, the operating principles are the same. We'll cover the fundamentals of change gears, cutting feeds and speeds, and proper setups to ensure in-spec, concentric gears your customers will be happy to receive, and you will be proud to incorporate into your products.

Yes, we cover the math and demonstrate some of the more difficult problems that need to be solved. But we also provide our calculators that solve these tedious math problems. And YES, they are free.

Use our comprehensive set of templates to find out what the pitch, module and pressure angle is for your gear. Combine it with the calculators and some common sense so that you can cut with confidence next time the need arises.

Evolvent Design has two full machine shops (CNC and manual) with a specialty in gears. With decades of experience, multiple gear-making machines, and an AGMA* membership, we're ready to help you make gears!