Abrasive process of existing teeth sharpened with tools shaped like the tooth profile. Beskrivning The process Before grinding can be carried out, most of gear profile material has to be removed by gear forming method as this method only hone the teeth surface. The workpiece is held stationary while the rotating grinding tool is moved along by one tooth space at a time. Gear profile grinding Process films Advantages and disadvantages In comparison with alternative methods Requires only one clamp Reduced number rework and scrapped products Short tool life