CNC Milling: Versatility and Precision for High-Quality Engineering
In the field of precision mechanical machining, CNC milling plays a crucial role, combining operational flexibility, dimensional accuracy, and excellent surface quality.
At Luxinox, milling is an essential part of an advanced production process designed to meet the needs of demanding sectors, including medical, hydraulic, industrial mechanics, and automation.
What is Milling and Why It’s a Strategic Process
Milling is a chip removal process where the cutting tool (mill) rotates on its own axis while the workpiece moves along one or more coordinated axes. The computer numerical control (CNC) enables complex, multi-axis machining on metal and plastic materials, with tolerances reaching hundredths of a millimeter.
Unlike turning—where the piece rotates—milling involves the rotation of the tool, making it possible to achieve more complex geometries.
This process allows for operations on flat, curved, recessed, and shaped surfaces, as well as holes and profiles, making CNC milling ideal for custom mechanical parts and high-complexity prototyping.
How Luxinox Manages Milling Operations
The milling department at Luxinox is equipped with horizontal and vertical machining centers with 3, 4, and 5 continuous axes, allowing for automated multi-operation machining in a single clamping. This reduces errors and optimizes both time and cost.
Every step of the process is managed in-house, from CAD/CAM programming to final quality control, carried out using advanced 3D metrology equipment.
The integration of automation, digital systems, and decades of know-how enables Luxinox to machine custom parts from drawings with consistently high precision, even on complex geometries and hard-to-machine materials such as stainless steel, aluminum alloys, and bronze.
The Advantages of CNC Milling in Luxinox’s Production Workflow
Thanks to continuous investment in technology and expertise, CNC milling is a strategic asset in Luxinox’s production process.
Here are the key benefits for clients:
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High precision and surface finishing, even on complex shapes
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Repeatability and process control on small to medium production batches
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Material flexibility (stainless steel, special steels, aluminum, plastic)
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Reduced lead times and greater efficiency through multitasking machines and robotic systems
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Certified quality under UNI EN ISO 9001:2015, with dimensional reports available upon request