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Sunday, December 01, 2013

Advantages and Disadvantages of CNC Machining

While we have already posted about the history of CNC, or Computer Numerical Control machines, you may not be aware of many of the advantages and disadvantages that go along with using them. One of the best things about modern CNC machines is that you can use them...

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Materials for Machining

Machining materials are chosen based on a variety of factors. The first and most important factor to consider is whether a material will fit the needs of the part. Questions of durability are considered, given the expected purpose and working environment of a given machine part. Of course,...

Monday, October 28, 2013

Machine Shop Operations

The field of machining garners a great deal of interest and curiosity, but many outside observers are confused by the work we do. It doesn’t have to be that way. Even while complex machine tools demand a high level of expertise for proper safety and efficiency, making intricate...

Sunday, October 13, 2013

History of CNC Machining

Computer numerical control machining, or CNC machining, involves the automatic operation of machine tools with a programmed computer. Lowrance Machine Shop uses CNC machining for higher volume projects. It’s a technology that new machinists have often come to take for granted, forgetting that it’s only been possible for...