Screw machines are highly specialized machines used for the high-speed production of small to medium-sized turned cylindrical components. They are commonly used in industries where high precision and volume production of parts are required, such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and equipment manufacturing. Screw machines are designed to machine [...]
Anodizing is one of the most common finishing options for nonferrous precision machined components. The electrochemical oxidation process can improve the quality and look of precision CNC machined components. Many industries also choose anodized finishes because it's an effective and relatively inexpensive finishing option. Learn more about this [...]
When deciding on the design and manufacturing processes for new products, companies must consider factors like speed of production, part manufacturability, and quality. Today, companies have access to more machining options than ever, and CNC Swiss lathe machines—also called CNC Swiss screw machines—are one of the best options [...]
Parts with complex configurations and ones that must securely mate or precisely align with other components are two examples of products for which standard machining practices often prove insufficient. Alternatively, precision machining is a subtractive manufacturing process capable of creating supremely accurate parts with close tolerances. This machining method [...]
CNC Swiss machining and traditional CNC machining are two popular manufacturing processes across many industries. While both methods perform similar functions, they have some differences that are important to understand to select the ideal process for your project. Here, you'll learn how each process works, along with their [...]
Heat treating a precision machined component is a controlled heating and cooling process that alters the physical properties of the metal to achieve a specific requirement. In many cases, heat treatment is used to increase strength, hardness, and wear resistance. However, depending on the material and process involved, it [...]
Steel is one of the most commonly used materials in CNC Swiss machining and CNC turning. The main element of steel is iron (coming from iron ore) which is mined in over 50 countries around the world. Currently most the world’s iron ore (over 75%) comes from Australia, Brazil, [...]
Pioneer Service produces turned metal components to meet a wide variety of surface finish requirements. Some finishes are available “off the machine” and others will require additional finishing processes. The part geometry and the chosen material will affect the surface finish that may be attained during machining on a [...]
The Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is a valuable tool for establishing confidence in a component supplier’s production processes. The PPAP process was initially specified in the automotive and aerospace industries. Today, it has been integrated into the requirements of some medical and industrial customers. At Pioneer Service, we [...]
Some Pioneer Service customers will require a First Article Inspection Report with the shipment of their first order on a new part. This report provides a detailed verification that all specified requirements on a customer print have been consistently met in production. Years ago, FAI reports were most [...]
