Why Choose CNC Swiss Lathe Machining for Small Parts?

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 [...]

2024-03-27T10:08:47-05:00March 19th, 2024|

Precision Machined Components: Mastering Intricacy & Tight Tolerances

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 [...]

2024-02-05T23:51:22-06:00February 2nd, 2024|

CNC Swiss Machining vs. Traditional CNC Machining

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 [...]

2024-02-02T00:38:37-06:00January 24th, 2024|

Heat Treatment of Machined Parts

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 [...]

Classes of Steel Commonly Used in Precision Machining

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, [...]

Measuring Surface Finishes on Precision Machined CNC Swiss Turned Components

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 [...]

PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for Precision Turned Parts

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 [...]

FAI (First Article Inspection) Reports for Machining

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 [...]

RoHS Compliancy in a Precision Machine Shop

“For machine shops like Pioneer Service, RoHS compliancy is often required by customers for the bar stock used to machine the components, as well as some finishing services like anodizing, plating, etc.” Karina Ramanauskas, Buyer and Planner at Pioneer Service. “Customer prints or purchase orders will state if this [...]

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