PRECISION ENGINEERING

MACHINING FOR VARIOUS APPLICATIONS

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche is a leader in precision engineering, specializing in the production of medium-to-large components through advanced machining techniques.
Precision engineering applications span across multiple industries, all requiring maximum accuracy and the highest quality standards.

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PRECISION ENGINEERING: FROM ITS ORIGINS TO TODAY

Precision engineering is a branch of mechanical engineering focused on the creation of essential components for a wide range of industries, including industrial automation, packaging, and manufacturing. This field demands extreme accuracy in the fabrication of mechanical parts, where every detail matters.

The origins of precision engineering can be traced back to prehistoric times, when it was used for pottery and early tools. Over the centuries, this discipline evolved significantly, adapting to technological advancements and diverse industrial needs.
Today, precision engineering is a highly specialized field, continuously evolving with new methodologies and techniques to meet the demands of modern industries.

WHAT DOES THE PRECISION ENGINEERING INDUSTRY PRODUCE?

Precision engineering is characterized by high-precision manufacturing processes used to produce mechanical components and tools with exceptional accuracy.

APPLICATIONS

This high level of precision is achieved through the use of CNC machines (Computer Numerical Control), ensuring efficiency and accuracy in production.

Over the years, advancements in precision machining techniques have expanded its applications into various industries, including:

agriculture

automotive

hydraulics

petrochemical

pharmaceutical

industrial manufacturing

OBJECTIVES

The primary goal of precision engineering is to create flawless final products, typically made from metal, steel, cast iron, or plastic, ensuring they meet strict functional and quality requirements.

Before final delivery to the customer, each component undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure compliance with industry standards and technical specifications.

PERSONNEL

Despite the automation of many machining processes, skilled human expertise remains critical at every stage. Highly specialized personnel ensure the correct operation of CNC machines, following detailed manufacturing instructions.
The production, testing, and engineering teams collaborate to ensure that machinery operates with maximum reliability and precision.

Precision engineering represents the perfect synergy between human expertise and advanced technology, achieving a level of perfection unmatched by traditional methods.

KEY SECTORS FOR PRECISION ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS

Precision engineering plays a vital role across multiple industries, thanks to its ability to produce and process components with an exceptional level of accuracy.
Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche provides precision machining solutions for the following sectors:

pLASTIC MOLDING

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche specializes in the production of PET preform mold bases for the plastic injection molding sector, leveraging the high precision of its machine tools and the expertise of its highly specialized technicians.

The company applies its expertise in injection molding to manufacture mold bases for plastic materials. Injection molding is a widely used method for processing plastics, allowing the production of components in a broad range of shapes, sizes, and weights, from just a few grams to several kilograms. Among the key advantages of this method are significant reductions in operational costs, a high level of process automation, and outstanding versatility and flexibility.

The PET preform mold base is manufactured using these techniques in compliance with the highest quality standards, achieved through extensive industry expertise and cutting-edge technologies.

AEROSPACE

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche manufactures components for the aerospace sector, a field that demands the highest levels of precision and quality.

In this sector, precision engineering requires strict quality standards throughout every stage of production, alongside rigorous quality control procedures. Among the components produced are turbine blades, engine casings, frames, actuators, and bolts, all of which serve critical functions in aircraft and are made using carefully selected materials.

The use of CNC machining ensures exceptional precision, enhanced production efficiency, and a significant reduction in errors.

ARCHITECTURE

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche provides precision machining services for the architecture and structural metalwork sectors, both of which demand high-quality steel structures with maximum accuracy.

For the architectural sector, the company manufactures steel structures for decorative, artistic, architectural, and structural purposes, meeting the needs of architects, builders, and trade show organizers. The wide range of mechanical architecture elements produced spans from structural supports to complex articulated mechanical systems.

In the field of metal carpentry, the company manufactures a variety of metal products through high-precision machining. Metal carpentry can be classified into heavy and light metalwork. Heavy metal carpentry involves the design and construction of load-bearing structures, while light metal carpentry focuses on smaller structures such as doors, gates, and railings. Both types require precise machining processes to ensure structural safety and stability.

Oil & Gas

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche is a leading provider of precision machining services for the Oil & Gas sector.
To meet the high demands of this industry, which includes electric power, oil, and gas, complex and sophisticated components must be produced through precision machining.

Oil and gas extraction platforms and their associated machinery require high-precision and high-quality components, including drill parts, pump housings, valves, planetary gear reducer components, shafts, and tubing hangers.

These components must meet strict quality standards to ensure the safety and durability of industrial facilities.

PACKAGING & AUTOMATION

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche specializes in precision machining and component manufacturing for the packaging and automation sectors. Precision engineering plays a crucial role in these industries, where even minor variations in component dimensions can lead to significant issues in performance and system reliability. In this sector, precision machining is applied to:

Packaging machines: Precision-machined components ensure accurate and consistent product packaging. These include conveyors, feeders, fillers, cappers, and labelers.

Automation systems: Precision components are used to control the movement of products and materials throughout manufacturing and packaging processes.

Quality control equipment: Precision-machined parts are employed to inspect and test product packaging, ensuring it meets specified standards.

RECYCLING

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche also provides precision machining services for the recycling industry. Located in Motta di Livenza, near Venice, the company shares its production facility with WRS Italia, a specialist in the manufacturing of industrial shredders for waste reduction and recycling of industrial and urban residues.

The manufacturing process for shredder components is managed entirely in-house, from design to assembly. These shredders help reduce waste volume, convert scrap materials into new raw materials, and lower logistics and transportation costs. Designed for diverse applications, they are essential for processing plastics, metals, electronic waste, wood, paper, and cardboard.

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche offers a comprehensive service, from material selection to technical support in identifying the best processing solutions. The collaboration with WRS Italia further strengthens its role in the sector, delivering innovative and high-quality solutions for waste processing while promoting a sustainable and environmentally conscious approach.

Nuclear

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche specializes in precision engineering for the nuclear sector, where strict quality standards and high precision are essential for plant safety. Advanced manufacturing technology enables the production of high-precision, high-quality nuclear components.

The mechanical components produced include valves, pump housings, diffusers, burners, cooling system components, and turbine parts, all of which are critical to the safe operation of nuclear power plants.

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche carries out these high-precision machining processes using state-of-the-art machinery and a highly skilled workforce. Excellence in machining and rigorous quality control is a priority, ensuring a full-service approach that includes technical support and process control management—a trusted partner for safe and high-quality solutions in the nuclear industry.

WHY CHOOSE PRECISION ENGINEERING BY STEEL LAVORAZIONI MECCANICHE

For over 30 years, Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche has been providing its clients with cutting-edge expertise and advanced technologies to manufacture mechanical components through high-precision specialized machining.

COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche offers a full-service solution, covering every step from material selection to technical support for determining the best construction solutions.

With a diverse client portfolio, the company has developed a multisectoral approach, extensive expertise in processing various materials, and strong proficiency in manufacturing a wide range of products.

LEADER IN PRECISION ENGINEERING

Steel Lavorazioni Meccaniche has earned its industry-leading status in precision engineering thanks to:

Reliable and competitive lead times

Uncompromising quality and accuracy in every machining process

A fully traceable, controlled, and repeatable process management system

The company is also certified according to the strict requirements of the aerospace, military, and nuclear industries, ensuring compliance with the most rigorous standards.

STEEL LAVORAZIONI MECCANICHE IS THE IDEAL PARTNER FOR ANY INDUSTRIAL COMPANY REQUIRING HIGH-PRECISION MECHANICAL MACHINING—A PARTNER THAT HAS MADE EXCELLENCE ITS CORE MISSION.

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