Rack & Pinion
The rack and pinion drive system for the Komo Solution series CNC Routers. Used to move the x axis gantry over a fixed cut table. KOMO specified in the manual that this rail is inspected and cleaned daily. To be wiped with a rag. No compressed air. Does it actually get done? Nope.
On the other side of that pinion gear is a foam/sponge like gear used to oil the rack teeth. It’s supposed to be kept clean to lubricate. Most Solution owners are not aware it exists, let alone whether it’s covered in sawdust or not.