Machining services can be designed to provide specific operations and only those operations. For example, a machining service may offer some types of metal machining but may not work on stainless steel parts and components. Other companies may offer a full range of services and multiple equipment options within each service to provide the most flexible operations for their customers.
For drilling operation options, is it is not uncommon for a machining service to offer only one or two variations. Looking for an experienced machining service with multiple drilling operation variations can provide parts and components to your specifications without any sacrifice in quality and in the budget, you have to consider.
Drilling Location
It will be important to consider where the drilling has to occur on the part or component in relation to the type of equipment in use by the machining shop. For basic drilling on a face of a part, most equipment will be able to handle the job.
More complicated drilling locations, such as cross holes or holes that are off-center may require the use of a 5 axis turning center. The option of using a multi-axis turning center can also help to reduce costs as the part can be shaped and drilled all through CNC technology and without the need to transfer the part between equipment.
CNC or Manual Drilling
Not every drilling operation has to be completed on CNC equipment. There is still a demand for drilling using manual machines in addition to the use of CNC Vertical Machining Centers. Considering the specifics of the job, the volume of production and the need to work to specific tolerances will always be factors in choosing the best operation.
Working with a machining service with expertise in drilling alloys, metals and other materials such as plastics and resins will be a benefit to any OEM. These companies have the ability to quickly set up equipment and work to the highest quality control standards, providing precision parts with every order.
