How to Choose the Right Heavy Duty Lathe Machine

Three things matter most when selecting a heavy duty lathe machine: Workpiece – How big is the diameter? How hard is the material? Process – Is it single-piece trial production or batch machining? Workshop condition – Can your foundation, power supply, and team handle it?

• April 09, 2025

Climb Milling or Conventional Milling: Which One Should You Use?

Climb milling refers to the situation where the direction of the cutter rotation is the same as the feed direction, with the cutting edge engaging the material at its thickest point. In contrast, conventional milling means the cutter rotates against the feed direction, starting the cut at the thinnest section.

• April 11, 2025

What Is the Difference Between CNC Drilling and CNC Milling?

Behind the choice lies a range of core considerations such as efficiency, structural compatibility, and tolerance control. CNC drilling is ideal for efficiently processing standard round holes, while CNC milling excels at handling complex contours and irregular hole shapes. Selecting the right process based on the part structure ensures better efficiency and precision.

• April 15, 2025

What is Swiss Machining?

Medical implants require micron-level accuracy, electronic connectors demand exceptional batch consistency, and aerospace parts must achieve lightweight structures using high-strength materials. Swiss Machining is once again at the center of attention as a key manufacturing solution.

• April 16, 2025

Top 10 Lathe Machine Manufacturers in Asia

We’ve identified ten outstanding lathe manufacturers across Asia, each recognized for their technical excellence and strong market presence—representing the mainstream forces and application trends in today's manufacturing landscape.

• April 19, 2025

Advantages and Disadvantages of Lathes

Although lathes are efficient, reliable, and easy to maintain, they have limited machining range and single functionality.

• April 22, 2025