Precision CNC Machining

Trace-A-Matic: Mastering Precision CNC Machining
Trace-A-Matic is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in precision CNC machining. Our state-of-the-art facilities and sophisticated manufacturing processes set it apart, ensuring that every machined part is a testament to the highest standards of quality and precision.

Advanced Manufacturing Techniques
Trace-A-Matic’s precision CNC machining services utilize an array of advanced CNC lathes and milling machines capable of handling various raw materials, including robust stainless steel. Skilled machine operators trained to execute complex designs with exact outcomes operate these machining centers. Integrating computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) with computer numerical control (CNC) systems allows Trace-A-Matic to enhance its machining works, ensuring component machining with tight tolerances and superior accuracy.

We further refine our manufacturing process through sophisticated machine tooling technologies that cater to different types of CNC, including CNC turning and milling. This versatility enables us to produce components across various industries, showcasing our capabilities’ adaptability and broad application.

The Role of Precision and Technology
Trace-A-Matic’s precision machining processes meet and exceed clients’ demands. Employing state-of-the-art CNC machining equipment, the company ensures that every part adheres to extremely tight tolerances. This level of precision is crucial in industries where even the slightest deviation can significantly impact the functionality and safety of the final product.

Trace-A-Matic’s commitment to high quality is evident in every step of its operation, from selecting the best raw materials to implementing advanced computer-aided design (CAD) and CAM solutions. These technologies facilitate intricate and accurate machining and streamline production, reducing lead times and enhancing efficiency.

Precision CNC Machining Services
Trace-A-Matic offers a wide range of precision CNC machining services, including turning, milling, and complex multi-axis machining. We tailor each service to meet clients’ unique specifications, ensuring a custom solution for every project. The machining includes processes designed to handle various materials and component sizes, making Trace-A-Matic a versatile and reliable partner for industries requiring precision machined parts.

Our machining centers are equipped with the latest CNC technology, automating many tasks that would otherwise require manual adjustment. This increases the accuracy of the machined parts and allows for higher productivity and consistency across production batches.

Future Outlook and Continuous Improvement
As Trace-A-Matic continues to expand its capabilities and embrace new technologies, the future of its CNC machining services looks promising. The ongoing investment in newer, more advanced machine tools and the continuous training of its machine operators ensure that Trace-A-Matic remains at the forefront of the machining industry.

In summary, Trace-A-Matic’s dedication to precision CNC machining services is unmatched. With its advanced manufacturing processes, skilled use of technology, and strict adherence to quality and accuracy, Trace-A-Matic delivers exceptional value to its customers, reinforcing its position as a leader in the precision machining industry. Whether stainless steel or any other material, Trace-A-Matic handles the challenges of modern manufacturing demands.

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 – This powerful software optimizes tool paths while cutting tools to maximum depth to remove material without deflection.
• CNC Simulation and G-Code Verification: The 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 highly 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)