The application of precision machining in 8 top industries

Product designers are often at a crossroads when choosing manufacturing technologies for their robotics and automation components. There is no doubt that 3D printers offer high precision and precision, just like CNC machines. But 3D printed parts are often fragile and not as strong as CNC machined parts, making them ideal for building small DIY hobby robots.

Top robotics companies use CNC machines to build larger, more durable robots (such as those in warehouses and automotive manufacturing facilities). Large robotic end effectors, custom grippers and storage cells are some of the many robotic parts created using CNC machines.

electronic product

For the past two decades, CNC machining has been at the forefront of manufacturing technology in the electronics industry. Tech giant Apple, for example, relies on CNC machines to make unibody casings for phones and laptops.

Basic electronic components, including printed circuit boards, heat sinks, sockets and connectors, usually fabricated using CNC machines

medical equipment

The medical industry relies on many custom body implants (eg, knee and hip replacement implants) to meet patient needs. These implants need to be very precise, as a slight error can seriously impact a patient's life and well-being.

Through reverse engineering and CNC technology, medical professionals create patient-specific implants, often made from two biocompatible materials, titanium and PEEK, which are difficult to manufacture with other manufacturing processes.