Crafting Special Shapes with CNC Machining

Author: John Deangelis

CNC machining is critical for creating various shaped dies. The techniques and tools used in manufacturing snacks of attention-grabbing configuration require CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining. This method uses computer-aided designs and programs to develop a computer file which can easily work to extract the commands required to operate a particular machine for manufacturing dies of various configuration. CNC machining also enables manufactures to produce customized die products according to specific requirements.

CNC machining centers can be found in a variety of sizes from as small as a drill press up to very large boring machine styles, though generally they are designed to perform milling, drilling, boring, and tapping functions to form raw materials such as steel or aluminum into finished parts. They should not to be confused with other types of CNC equipment such as grinders or lathes and are available in horizontal and vertical spindle styles. Complex computer consoles are programmed so that these machines will run from start to finish without any operator intervention.

Very complex mold contours and cavities, thread milling, back boring, and a whole host of other operations can be performed by CNC machining if one uses some programming creativity. Most CNC machining centers are also equipped with flood, mist, or through the spindle coolant features that allow the cutting tool to receive much needed coolant for maintaining the proper temperature for the cutting tool while in the cut. The use of CNC machining as compared to manual machining ensures greatly improved accuracy, productivity, efficiency and safety (due to reduced human interaction with the machinery) as operators are placed less at risk.

In fact CNC machining can be also used to make flexible tap connectors. Whether in the washroom, kitchen or in the garden the need for flexible tap connectors is ubiquitous in the home. Most taps come with flexible tap connectors so they can be fitted to existing pipework. Usually one tends to think that only a Jacuzzi would need a flexible tap connector. However, they are needed for even offbeat applications like setting up an outdoor camp shower. Clifton rubber is manufacture of rubber products.

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About the Author

Clifton Rubber engineering division has nearly 40 years experience in the machining of precision engineering components and we use the latest in advanced CNC milling and CNC machining equipment to ensure our engineering services are maintained to a high standard.