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Discover Companies Specialising in Turning in Emilia-Romagna with the Confindustria Emilia Subcontracting Platform

06/11/2024

Turning is one of the most widely used machining processes in the industrial sector. This process removes material, using a sharp tool to shape workpieces made out of metal (but not only) by rotating the workpiece itself. The precision and versatility of turning make it vital for the manufacture of custom parts in a number of sectors, such as the automotive and aerospace industries and manufacturing.

Emilia-Romagna is home to numerous companies specialising in turning. And now, with the new Confindustria Emilia platform, it’s easier to find them and connect with the right suppliers for all your production needs!

Emilia-Romagna Turning Companies List: search using the Confindustria Emilia Subcontracting Platform

Emilia-Romagna Turning Companies List: search using the Confindustria Emilia Subcontracting Platform.
 

Finding the right turning company for your needs is now more straightforward with the Subcontracting Platform, a portal that allows you to search quickly and easily for turning companies not only in Emilia-Romagna, but all over Italy. This tool gives a competitive edge to companies that need reliable suppliers specialising in machining processes.

With the Confindustria Emilia platform, you can filter companies by batches, certification, materials and industries, helping you find the right partners for complex industrial projects. 

The ability to identify qualified suppliers and assess their capabilities makes the platform an invaluable tool for those operating in the turning industry.

This platform is also a tremendous opportunity for companies offering the following services:

  • mechanical subcontracting
  • electronic subcontracting
  • machining and specific treatments on a contract basis 
  • product design/development and joining  
  • contract machinery

The main types of turning

There are various types of turning, enabling the process to be adapted to different machining needs:

  • Longitudinal turning: the tool moves parallel to the axis of rotation of the workpiece, removing material gradually.
  • Face turning: this is where the tool moves perpendicularly to the axis of the workpiece, machining the front surface.
  • Taper turning: used to create sloping or tapered surfaces, using an angled tool movement.
  • Grooving: ideal for creating specific slots or grooves. 
  • Threading: a process which creates internal or external threads on the workpiece.
  • Profiling: enables the creation of complex profiles, following a predefined template.
  • Internal turning (boring): used to machine the inside of the workpiece, for example by creating holes.

The importance of the material in turning

The choice of turning type depends crucially on the material of the workpiece, as every material requires particular techniques and tools to ensure high-quality machining. Below is an overview of how the main turning types vary by material:

  • Metal turning: The machining of hard materials such as tempered steel calls for strong tools and cutting-edge cooling techniques to prevent overheating and premature tool wear. In addition, when turning stainless steel, it is crucial to maintain tight tolerances and achieve a perfect surface finish.
  • Aluminium turning: Being softer, this material allows for higher machining speeds; however, special care should be taken to prevent chip build-up, which could compromise the precision of the machining. The tools need to be sufficiently sharp to prevent surface imperfections.
  • Plastic turning: Plastics pose different challenges to metals. The machining must be done at lower speeds to prevent the material from overheating, which could result in deformation. What’s more, the tools must be designed to reduce heat generation and ensure even finishes.
  • Wood turning: For wooden materials, turning requires sharp tools and constant control of cutting speed. It is important to prevent splintering and achieve a smooth finish without damaging the wood fibres.

Each type of material presents specific challenges, ranging from managing tolerances to ensuring high-quality surface finishes.

Turning and industry: an inseparable pair

Turning is widely used in industry for the production of cylindrical, tapered and complex parts, such as drive shafts, cylinders, screws, hydraulic components and much more. With developments in computer numerical control (CNC) technologies, turning has reached superior levels of precision, allowing for the manufacture of custom parts with ultra-tight tolerances.

Find out more on our Subcontracting Platform

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