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Laser marking in CNC machining - what is it and when is it used?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Grzegorz Kowalczyk

Laser marking in CNC machining - what is it and when is it used?

Laser engraving is a process that involves removing material from a surface by vaporizing it using a laser beam. The laser works similarly to a chisel, removing material and creating durable, deep mar...

Feb 15, 2025

How to maximize the efficiency of CNC machines?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Piotr Sacher

How to maximize the efficiency of CNC machines?

Time is one of the most important factors when ordering CNC machining services. Regardless of the country or supplier, the more efficient the project, the less money we spend on its implementation. Th...

Feb 5, 2025

How to use 3D printing for CNC machining?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Grzegorz Kowalczyk

How to use 3D printing for CNC machining?

Thanks to recent advancements in 3D printing capabilities, it's becoming easier for manufacturers to utilize additive manufacturing to create parts from various materials, including polymers such as A...

Jan 20, 2025

What does the process of electrical discharge machining (EDM) involve?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Paweł Sacher

What does the process of electrical discharge machining (EDM) involve?

Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is a technique for material removal or production. This technique was first applied in 1770. Its creator is Joseph Priestly. However, it should be noted that due t...

Jan 8, 2025

CNC Machining in the Automotive Industry - Role, Importance, Use

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Piotr Sacher

CNC Machining in the Automotive Industry - Role, Importance, Use

Since its beginnings in the 1860s, the automotive industry has continuously relied on innovations in the world of technology. Many of them are directly related to production progress. In 1913, Henry F...

Jan 2, 2025

What is the difference between CNC machining of steel and aluminum?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Piotr Sacher

What is the difference between CNC machining of steel and aluminum?

Machining and CNC milling is one of the most popular methods of manufacturing custom parts and prototypes. The process of computer numerical control is characterized by a high degree of automation and...

Dec 31, 2024

Carburizing - what it is and how to perform it for precise components

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Grzegorz Kowalczyk

Carburizing - what it is and how to perform it for precise components

The process in which low-carbon steel is converted into high-carbon steel is called carburizing. This is done by exposing it to action in carbon-rich conditions. Typically, carburized elements are in ...

Dec 16, 2024

What is the difference between climb milling and conventional milling?

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Paweł Sacher

What is the difference between climb milling and conventional milling?

Milling is a method of manufacturing objects by removing material from a flat surface using a rotating tool. There are two main types of milling: climb and conventional. Both have their advantages and...

Dec 12, 2024

Ways to Overheat CNC Tools

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Paweł Sacher

Ways to Overheat CNC Tools

When you cut or shear metal using a CNC machine, or rub two metal surfaces against each other at high speed, you will certainly generate higher temperatures. What should you do when you see smoke for ...

Nov 16, 2024

What is annealing, how does it work, and when is it used

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Grzegorz Kowalczyk

What is annealing, how does it work, and when is it used

Bead blasting is a process using a stream of compressed air similar to sandblasting, but in the case of bead blasting, smaller glass beads are typically used as the abrasive material instead of sand. ...

Oct 19, 2024

Lathe tools and types of lathe knives - application of division designation

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Piotr Sacher

Lathe tools and types of lathe knives - application of division designation

A cutting tool is a tool mounted on a lathe (wooden/manual/CNC) used for making turned elements. They move along the axis of the lathe, and their path determines the final shape of the machined object...

Sep 12, 2024

CNC cutting vs laser cutting

Sacher sp. z.o.o., Grzegorz Kowalczyk

CNC cutting vs laser cutting

As of today, some smaller mechanical workshops, or individuals who hobbyistically engage in the production of various elements, try to supplement their equipment with a hand-held computerized machine ...

Jul 6, 2024

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