Turning
In the medical device industry, turning is a critical machining process that involves rotating a metal workpiece on a lathe while a cutting tool precisely removes material along its diameter, resulting in a cylindrical shape.
Turning can be performed manually or by using a CNC turning machine, which is particularly valuable when precise tolerances and dimensions are required for medical components.
The process uses single-point cutting tools to shape the rotating workpiece, with a lathe or turning machine providing the necessary rotation and cutting control to achieve the stringent quality standards essential in medical device manufacturing. Both single head and fixed head lathes work with medical-grade materials like stainless steel, titanium, and plastics like PEEK, ensuring the production of biocompatible components.
Our Capabilities
We recently added the Doosan Lynx 2100 Series Lathe to our growing list of multi-axis turning equipment. The fixed single-head lathe has enabled us to boost our turning capacity by 50%, allowing us to better meet customer demands, with the team fully trained on its usage.
Our sliding head lathes (Citizen models) specialise in turning tiny, high-precision parts with diameters as small as 1mm. They work best in producing long, slender parts with high aspect ratios, such as screws, pins and catheters. By contrast, the fixed head lathes are better suited to larger, more robust parts like implant components that require higher rigidity with complex features.
Our Additional Capabilities
Wire EDM
Achieve ultra-precise cuts and intricate designs with our state-of-the-art Wire EDM technology, ideal for complex parts requiring exceptional accuracy.
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Laser welding and marking
Seamless, high-precision laser welding and durable marking solutions for enhanced product integrity and traceability.
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Electropolishing
Enhance surface quality and corrosion resistance with our expert electropolishing, delivering flawless, high-performance finishes.
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Turning
Precision turning for complex geometries and tight tolerances, ensuring efficient production of high-quality cylindrical components.
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