CNC MACHINING EQUIPMENT

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) automates the control of machining tools through a computer program, ensuring precision, efficiency, and repeatability.

Precision Machining

CNC machines allow the FCI team to precisely shape and finish forged components to meet exact specifications. This involves:

• Turning: CNC lathes rotate the forged part against a cutting tool to remove material and create cylindrical shapes.
• Milling: CNC mills use rotating cutting tools to remove material from the forged part to create flat surfaces, slots, and intricate shapes.
• Drilling: CNC drills create precise holes in the forged components, ensuring accurate placement and dimensions.

Complex Geometries

Forged components often require complex geometries that manual machining cannot achieve with the same accuracy. CNC equipment can:

• 3D Machining: Create complex 3D shapes and contours with high precision.
• Multi-Axis Machining: Utilize 3-axis, 4-axis, and even 5-axis machines to achieve complex cuts and shapes reducing production time and increasing accuracy.

Consistency and Repeatability

CNC machines ensure that each forged component is machined consistently and accurately, meeting tight tolerances and specifications.

Efficiency and Productivity

CNC machining enhances productivity by:

• Automation: CNC machines can run unattended, allowing for continuous production and reducing labor costs.
• High Speed: CNC machines operate at high speeds, significantly reducing machining time compared to manual processes.
• Batch Production: CNC equipment can produce large batches of components with minimal variation, improving overall efficiency.

Surface Finishing

CNC machining also improves the surface finish of forged components, which is crucial for their performance and longevity. Processes such as:

• Grinding: Achieves a smooth surface finish and precise dimensions.
• Polishing: Enhances the appearance and surface quality of the forged component.
• Deburring: Removes sharp edges and burrs that may result from the forging process.

Customization and Flexibility

CNC machines are highly programmable, allowing for easy adjustments and customization. This flexibility is beneficial when:

• Prototyping: Creating prototypes for testing and validation before mass production.
• Customization: Making specific modifications to meet unique customer requirements.

Quality Control

CNC machining incorporates advanced quality control measures such as:

• In-process Inspection: Using sensors and probes to measure dimensions during machining to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Post-process Inspection: Automated inspection systems check the finished components for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.

Our varying CNC equipment is integral to the machining of forged components due to their ability to achieve high precision, consistency, and efficiency. By automating the machining process, CNC machines enhance productivity, reduce labor costs, and ensure that forged components meet stringent quality and performance standards.