CNC Machine Shop
CNC machine shops provide computer numeric control (CNC) machining services. CNC machining is a manufacturing process that automatically shapes or forms metals or other materials into highly precise parts. CNC machine shops manipulate raw materials through the use of machine-operated cutting tools.
CNC machine shops provide a number of detailed operations including grinding, turning, and precision laser work. CNC machine shops offer a vast range of available procedures. CNC machining begins when a piece of raw metal, referred to as a billet, is loaded. In the case of laser CNC machining, highly detailed work is then performed with the use of a laser. With the use of CNC machining, very little "finishing" to remove rough edges or blemishes is needed. To meet safety regulations, however, some post-production work may be required.
When utilizing CNC machine shops, it is important to know the parameters of the required machine part. In some cases, CNC machine shops will base the design code on specifications given to them, while in other cases they produce standard stock. CNC machine shops can also take an existing part and create code based on photo imaging programs. Both continual and short-run orders are provided by CNC machine shops.