Wednesday, August 9, 2017

The Pros And Cons Of CNC Precision Machining

By Catherine Brooks


Changing times have led to advances in technology and business practices, and if you want your company to stay relevant and succeed, you have to be willing to accept and implement some of these changes. The use of CNC precision machining is one of the advances in the production process, which you may need to think about incorporating. Even if you implement it in stages, you need to know what to expect.

If you work with milling, grinding, cutting, or molding equipment, you will need to have trained personnel to supervise the work. Most of these machines will handle repetitive processes and using computer numerical control systems, will take out the need for constant supervision. This whole process will involve the development of a code, which will then be inputted into the computer, controlling your machines.

We use machines for production processes because they can work for long without needing breaks, and since they will not suffer from fatigue or get sick, they will be more efficient than using humans. Once you incorporate CNC machining, you shall further improve the efficiency of your equipment because then they will only need to stop working, when they are being maintained.

Making this change will allow you to reduce your workforce. As an employer, this will mean fewer people to pay, but you will have to be prepared to deal with trade unions and disgruntled employees. Although operating these computers does not require any advanced skills, it is best to use people who are familiar with these systems. This way, they can tell when the systems are not working at their best, and they will also know how to repair them or replace faulty parts.

When you reduce the number of people working with machines and increase the efficiency of the production process, you reduce the risk of work related accidents. This may seem like a selfish reason for switching to CNC machining, but it will save the company thousands of dollars every year. It will also make your industry a safe place to work.

Even when done in stages the purchasing and installation of devices for computer numerical control, falls on the expensive side. To make this decision easier for you, consider the amount of money you will save in the long run, and compare this to the initial cost. If you are financially strained, you can start by computerizing a few processes and then when things get better, go for a complete overhaul.

The use of CNC machining has been around for quite a while, and therefore, you will not miss some companies, you can use as examples. By looking at their models, you may see what mistakes to avoid as well as what measure you can take to gain the most from this change.

When looking to buy the necessary equipment, focus on companies based in your city, and rule out any that have a reputation for selling faulty devices or overcharging for their services. Additionally, talk to about three people and get detailed quotations from them. This should only be given after they have made a visit to your industry.




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