Computer Numerical Control or CNC machining is an amazing technology that is mostly incorporated in the manufacturing processes. The movement of the factory tools here are controlled through computer software that is pre-programmed. The program mainly involves controlling the machine parts to ensure smooth and efficient cutting, milling or grinding. With the help of this, carving out specific shapes out of the stock materials becomes the easiest. This technique can be put to use in cutting or shaping absolutely any material required as per the industrial standards.
Let us have a closer look at the entire CNC machining process.
How does this work?
This process is very much similar to 3D printing. The machine entirely depends on the digital instructions from the CAM or Computer Aided Manufacturing and the CAD or Computer Aided Design files. A digital 3D draft is created for the desired part. If this design is approved, the model will then be transferred over to the CAM software. The software will then use this design and create a path for the CNC software to follow. It will then feed in the instructions to begin the machining process. This process can cut and shape absolutely any type of materials like:
- Brass
- Steel
- Titanium
- Aluminum
- Copper
What are the benefits?
This is a labor-intensive process and by incorporating automation in it, the complex tasks are made easier. In this way, the productivity is boosted and the factory floor efficiency seems to increase. There are certain other benefits also associated with CNC machining:
- More accurate cuts than human intervention
- Automated cuts with high and increased speed
- C. Quick turnaround times
- Tighter tolerances
- Speed of the on-demand production concept of any one-off parts
This might seem to be a relatively expensive investment for many manufacturing firms but once you are integrating automation on your factory floor, you will see a considerable amount of savings in the near future. The labor costs move down rapidly and you have the liberty to complete a larger number of projects in shorter spans of time. The capacities of the machines to be incorporated must depend on the requirements and the volume you are planning to produce. Likewise, you can also select the spindle speed which will be the right suit for the business needs.
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