Precise Machining

Trace-A-Matic: The Epitome of Precision in Machining
Trace-A-Matic has cemented its reputation as a leader in the precision machining industry, consistently demonstrating the capacity to meet and exceed the complex demands of its diverse clientele. By harnessing state-of-the-art machining equipment and embracing the principles of computer numerical control (CNC) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), Trace-A-Matic offers machining services that exemplify the highest standards of quality and precision.

Pioneering Precision with Advanced Technologies
At the heart of Trace-A-Matic’s operations are its precision CNC machining centers and milling machines, which drive its success in precision machining. These meticulously calibrated tools perform a variety of machining processes, including advanced mill turning, which combines turning and milling in a single setup to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This integration of processes exemplifies how precision machining can produce parts with extremely tight tolerances, which is essential for industries where precision is paramount, such as aerospace, medical, and heavy equipment.

Using computer-aided design (CAD) in conjunction with CAM systems enables Trace-A-Matic to refine its machining services further, ensuring that each machined component is to the exact specification. The CAD/CAM technology speeds up the design process and allows for the precise simulation of machining operations, minimizing the risk of errors and material waste.

Materials and Tools: The Building Blocks of Excellence
Trace-A-Matic’s expertise in the precise machining of high-quality raw materials ensures that every part offers superior performance and longevity. Whether it’s metals like titanium and stainless steel or advanced composites, each material enhances the final product’s functionality and durability.

In addition to high-quality materials, the precise tools used by Trace-A-Matic are what set them apart. Every tool is selected and maintained to uphold high precision standards, ensuring that every cut, mill, or turn conforms perfectly to design specifications. These precise machine tools are critical in supporting the company’s high standards of CNC machining, milling, and turning services.

A Commitment to High Precision and High Quality
Trace-A-Matic’s commitment to precision and quality is evident in its operations. Every step is designed to achieve superior outcomes, from the sophisticated machining processes to the rigorous quality control measures. The company’s machining services are a testament to its ability to handle high-complexity tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail and tight tolerances.

The Future of Machining with Trace-A-Matic
Looking forward, Trace-A-Matic is poised to remain at the forefront of the machining industry, continuously innovating and improving its processes. The company’s dedication to integrating the latest technological advancements in CNC machining and relentless pursuit of perfection makes it a successful precision machining company.

In conclusion, Trace-A-Matic is a beacon of high precision and high quality in machining. Through its state-of-the-art machining equipment, skilled use of computer-aided technologies, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Trace-A-Matic meets and often exceeds its clients’ expectations, delivering precise and reliable products.

Working Material

• Metal Types: All standard metals, aluminum, armor plate, brass, bronze, chromium, copper, gammalloy, Hastelloy, Incoloy, Inconel, Invar, manganese, Monel, nickel, Nitralloy, powdered metals, stainless steel, Stellite, titanium, Waspaloy, and many other superalloys
• Material Types: Create parts from castings, forgings, fabricated weldments, billets, bar stock, sheet metal, and plate

Engineering, CAD Model, and CAM Programming

• Part Design
• 3D CAD (computer-aided design) Modeling: SolidWorks platform (ability to import from other CAD packages)
• CNC CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) Programming and Virtual Machining: ESPRIT CAM and FeatureCAM software - Powerful software optimizing tool paths while setting cutting tools to maximum depth to remove material without deflection.
• CNC Simulation and G-Code Verification: VERICUT platform - Simulates CNC machining to detect errors, potential collisions, and programming inefficiency.
• Reverse Engineering and Machining Process
• 3D Printing Rapid Prototyping: Polyjet and FFF technology

5-Axis Machining

• Part Size Maximum: 27.5” x 120”
• Part Weight Maximum: 4,000 lbs
• Part Types: Impellers, turbines, eccentric axis, multifaceted, irregular, complex shapes, convex and concave parts
• Machining Processes: Boring, broaching, counterboring, countersinking, cutting, drilling, facing, gear hobbing, internal forming, knurling, milling, parting, pocketing, profiling, reaming, spline, tapping, threading (external, internal), turning (contour, form, taper, straight), and thread milling
• Machine Brands: DMG Mori and Mazak
• Machine Types: mill/turn one chuck, mill/turn two chucks, horizontal 5-axis trunnion mill with 18 pallet pool

Horizontal CNC Milling | Boring Bar

• Part Size Maximum: 118” x 108” x 90”
• Part Weight Maximum: 10,000 lbs
• Part Types: Housings, pump bodies, rotors, blocks, industrial machined components, and other precise shape parts
• Machining Processes: Boring, counterboring, countersinking, drilling, facing, pocketing, profiling, reaming, and tapping
• Machine Brands: Doosan, Haas, HNK, Hyundai Wia, Kuraki, Mazak, OKK, Okuma, SNK, and Toyoda machine centers
• Machine Types: full contour, full index, 1-degree index, c-axis 1-degree index, boring bar, multi-pallet

Vertical CNC Milling

• Part Size Maximum: 240” x 120” x 70”
• Part Weight Maximum: 10,000 lbs
• Part Types: Heavy-duty axle housings, valve bodies, large connecting rods, enclosures, plates, a wide range of industrial components, and other precise shape parts
• Machining Processes: Boring, counterboring, countersinking, drilling, facing, pocketing, profiling, reaming, and tapping
• Machine Brands: Doosan, Fadal, Haas, Hyundai-Kia, Makino, Mighty, OKK, Okuma, Smart, SNK, and Supermax milling machines
• Machine Types: right angle head, 8,000 RPM, 10,000 RPM, 12,000 RPM, 13,000 RPM, full contour, 5-axis rotary table, 5-axis trunnion table, 5-axis milling, vertical knee mills

Horizontal CNC Turning

• Part Size Maximum: 22” swing over carriage | 35” swing over ways (flatbed) by 160” between centers
• Part Weight Maximum: 10,000 lbs
• Part Types: Cylinders, spindles, shafts, axles, specialty pressure vessels, downhole drilling components, rollers, and other cylindrical parts
• Machining Processes: Boring, cutting, drilling, facing, internal forming, knurling, necking, parting, shoulder facing, threading (external, internal), and turning (contour, form, taper, straight)
• Machine Brands: DMG Mori, Mazak, Mori Seiki, Samsung, Smart, and Weiler CNC machines
• Machine Types: slant, turn-mill, flatbed, 5-axis, y-axis, live tooling, spindle bore

Vertical CNC Turning

• Part Size Maximum: 118” diameter and 78” tall CNC turned product
• Part Weight Maximum: 10,000 lbs
• Part Types: Cylinders, spindles, shafts, axles, specialty pressure vessels, downhole drilling components, rollers, and other cylindrical parts
• Machining Processes: Boring, cutting, drilling, facing, internal forming, knurling, necking, parting, shoulder facing, threading (external, internal), and turning (contour, form, taper, straight)
• Machine Brands: Doosan, Dynamic KTM, HNK, Hyundai Wia, New Century, Okuma & Howa, Samsung, and Twin Merit turning machines
• Machine Types: three-jaw power chuck, four-jaw power chuck, live tooling, c-axis, live spindle, four-jaw manual, Bullard style, pentagon turret

Special Processes

• Thermal Processes: heat treating, induction hardening, flame hardening, nitride, and cryogenic stress relieving
• Coatings (CT): chrome plating, anodize, hard coat anodize, tiodize, phosphating, painting, etc.
• EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining): wire and sinker
• Deep Hole Processing: gun drilling and honing
• Gear Cutting and Grinding: helical and spline
• Surface Finish: superfinishing, micromachining, and micro finishing
• Machined Part Balancing
• Porosity Impregnation: castings
• Welding (WLD): traditional and friction
• Testing: non-destructive, pressure testing, millipore, and fatigue

Trace-A-Matic manages a network of Nadcap (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) Accredited partners known in their related fields as experts.

CNC Inspection

• Part Size Maximum: 79” x 130” x 59” and Romer arm reach 157.5”
• Part Weight Maximum: 14,300 lbs
• Machine Brands: Hexagon, ROMER, Mitutoyo, Starrett, and various others
• Machine Types: bridge CMM (coordinate measuring machine), Romer arm (portable coordinate measuring machine)