While plastic as a material created a revolution in the 20th century due to its several applications, it was considered environmentally unfriendly and not as robust as metals due to its low impact strength over the last few years. Also, most types of plastics that could be recycled became a concern as landfills started piling up with plastic as garbage. However, with technological advancement and developments in … Read More
A CNC machine shop is a place where parts are manufactured using various computer controlled machines. These shops provide a variety of services, including, CNC milling, CNC turning, 3D printing, sheet metal fabrication, CAD/CAM services, part production, prototyping, engineering and design consultation, manufacturing process development, production process flow analysis, and assembly and testing. To offer such services, CNC machining shops must be equipped with several machines. … Read More
CNC machining is a manufacturing process is the process where the metal piece is sheared until the desired shape is achieved. This process is computer-driven, but to get it right, the machine operator must be aware of the shearing capability and moving speed of the machine. In simple terms, they must be familiar with the feed rate and cutting speed of the CNC machine. This post gives you … Read More
Computer numerical control or CNC machining is the most popular and widely utilized machining technology today. CNC machined parts and components of various types and sizes are preferred across industries to meet their product requirements in terms of speed, accuracy, volume, and precision. Although known for repeatability with consistency and efficiency, CNC machines require a significant investment. Despite this fact, several manufacturers hugely rely on CNC machined parts … Read More
Achieving a smooth surface finish on machined plastic part is important because it affects the part’s visual appearance, functionality, and durability. In many cases, the surface finish is the first thing that people notice, so it is important to make a good first impression. Functionally, a smooth surface finish can help to reduce friction and improve the performance of plastic parts. Additionally, a smooth surface is less likely … Read More