PRECISION MACHINING
Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche manufactures medium to large-sized components through high-precision machining processes. These processes vary depending on the technology used and the desired outcome. Below is an overview of the main types of metal machining operations.
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY MACHINING PROCESSES?
Machining refers to an operation—performed either manually or with the aid of machines—that aims to shape an object to a specific size and form.
The raw materials used in machining can vary depending on the required outcome, but most often they involve metals.
Every metal object, from the smallest (like a syringe needle) to satellites, must undergo a machining process before achieving its final form. In some cases, we speak of micromachining (precision machining), such as in the case of electrical circuits, needles, or jewelry components. In others, the processes are on a normal or large scale.
WHAT DOES THE PRECISION ENGINEERING INDUSTRY PRODUCE?
A branch of mechanical engineering characterized by high-precision manufacturing
Precision engineering is a branch of mechanical manufacturing distinguished — just as the name suggests — by a high level of accuracy in the production and machining of mechanical parts and tools.
This level of precision is achieved through the use of CNC machines. Accuracy and short production times are key in this sector. Thanks to advancements over the years, precision engineering finds applications in multiple industries, including:
This product must be free of defects in order to fulfill its intended functions and uses. Typically, before delivery to the client, each part is inspected and evaluated by quality departments to ensure that it meets applicable regulations and the specifications outlined in technical drawings.
Despite the use of cutting-edge machinery, human expertise remains crucial. Only with highly skilled and trained personnel can machines perform the requested operations reliably and accurately. Production, testing, and technical office teams combine their know-how and skills to allow the machinery to operate autonomously, based on detailed instructions.
Metal machining includes a variety of processes that use machine tools to modify the shape, dimensions, and finish of metal parts.
Among these, we focus on chip removal machining, which involves manually operated or machine-based tools that remove excess material from a raw piece (e.g., a steel bar) to achieve the desired final shape and dimensions.
Whether manual or mechanical, these processes always involve a cutting tool that removes material in the form of chips. This type of machining is widespread and often essential for finishing parts that have already undergone processes such as casting or forging.
Machining services are needed across a wide variety of sectors:
Because these are production activities that use machinery with components essential to their final product. These companies often outsource the production and assembly of these components, which are manufactured through mechanical machining.
This allows them to focus on their own production capacity, while relying on the expertise of specialists in mechanical component machining.
WHY CHOOSE STEEL FOR LARGE-SCALE MACHINING?
For over 30 years, Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche has provided clients with know-how and cutting-edge technologies to manufacture mechanical components through high-precision machining.
COMPLETE SERVICE
Our offering is comprehensive: from material selection to technical support for identifying the best production solutions.
CROSS-SECTOR APPROACH
Our diverse client base has enabled us to develop a cross-sectoral approach, deep experience with multiple material types, and strong expertise in producing a wide variety of components.
RELIABILITY & PRECISION
Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche manufactures parts for aerospace, food processing, automation, packaging, recycling, and nuclear industries—sectors where we are committed to delivering:
> RELIABLE AND COMPETITIVE LEAD TIMES
> MAXIMUM QUALITY AND PRECISION IN LARGE-SCALE MACHINING
> FULLY TRACEABLE, CONTROLLED, AND REPEATABLE PROCESS MANAGEMENT
The company is certified in compliance with the stringent requirements outlined by the technical specifications of the aerospace and nuclear industries.
All of this makes Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche a leading company in the industry and the ideal partner for any industrial business in need of specialized CNC turning services,