When developing a new product, one of the first manufacturing decisions is whether you need CNC prototype machining or CNC production machining. Although both processes use the same CNC technology, they serve very different purposes. Understanding the differences can help reduce development time, control costs, and ensure your components are ready for market. Whether you’re…
Aluminium is one of the most widely machined engineering materials in the world, and for good reason. It combines excellent machinability, low weight, impressive corrosion resistance and strong mechanical properties, making it suitable for everything from aerospace components to automotive parts and industrial machinery. Whether you’re designing a prototype or sourcing production quantities, understanding how…
If you’re looking to manufacture a precision-engineered component, one of the first questions you’ll encounter is whether it should be CNC milled or CNC turned. While both processes use computer-controlled machinery to produce highly accurate parts, they work in very different ways and are suited to different component designs. Understanding the differences between CNC milling…
When you’re sourcing a machined component, one of the first questions is almost always: “How much will it cost?” The honest answer is that CNC machining costs vary enormously. A simple aluminium spacer may cost only a few pounds, while a complex aerospace component manufactured from titanium can cost several thousand. Understanding what drives machining…