Concordville, Pa.

This program will help address what you can do to optimize the gearbox system - from the housings to the lubrication and much more.

The concept of a detailed design layout "Bible" will be introduced and explained as the basis for the overall design and analysis. The specific topics will include:

• Types of housing construction
• Drawing practices for housings and related components, such as covers, inspection ports, sump, mounting, etc.
• Bearing mounting, retention and sealing
• Selection and role of gearbox accessories, such as breathers, filters, screens, sight gauges and other level indication devices, drain and sampling ports and plugs, etc.
• Lubricant selection; i.e. chemistry
• Lubrication application (dip, splash, etc.)