Polishing stainless steel parts can look like a simple finishing job. A surface is worked with an abrasive, the rough marks gradually become less visible, and the part is cleaned at the...
Category: Machining Processes
Precision machining information covering common cutting, drilling, grinding, turning, milling and finishing processes used in industrial production.
How Can Metal Rod Cutting Reduce End Face Burrs
Cutting metal round bars looks like a straightforward workshop task. A bar is positioned, the cutting tool passes through the material, and the separated piece is ready for the next operation. In...
Why Do Metal Plate Holes Shift During Drilling
Drilling a hole in a metal plate sounds straightforward. Mark the spot, place the plate on the machine, lower the drill, and the job seems done. Yet anyone who has worked around...
What Should You Watch When CNC Turning Small Shafts
Small metal shafts are common in many industrial products. They may look simple, with a round shape and a few stepped sections, grooves, holes, or threaded areas. In practice, making these parts...