Examples of machined parts

In today's industry, a shop's profitability is not defined by theory, but by the ability to produce complex components at the lowest possible cost per part. Analyzing examples of machined parts helps us understand how the right technology turns blocks of metal into profitable revenue.

At Vurcon, we know that your goal is not just “making chips” but delivering orders on time and with the required precision. Below, we break down how our machines turn standard processes into competitive advantages for your business.

Main machining processes

The difference between a conventional workshop and a competitive one lies in how it carries out the fundamental processes. While obsolete machinery struggles with tolerances, the CNC technology from Vurcon guarantees repeatability and speed.

Turning

Turning is king when it comes to turned parts, but not all lathes are the same. The reality on the shop floor is that old conventional lathes lose precision as the day goes on because of thermal expansion.

By contrast, a Vurcon CNC lathe offers absolute stability.

• Comparison: While an operator on a manual lathe takes hours to set up a complex profile, our model PL-50x2000 model with a Fagor 8060 or Siemens control runs it in minutes.

• Benefit: Its structure dissipates heat efficiently, holding "micron" accuracy from the first part in the morning to the last one in the afternoon.

Milling

Modern milling demands rigidity. The biggest problem in this process is vibration (chatter) during deep roughing, which forces you to reduce speed and lose money.

Success story: mold shop in Valencia

A customer had a bottleneck roughing P20 steel. By switching to a Vurcon VL-158 center with roller guideways, the structural rigidity allowed them to increase the depth of cut.

Result: They cut cycle time by 35%, paying off the investment much sooner than expected.

Drilling

A simple hole can ruin an expensive part if the chips clog or the drill wanders. Efficient drilling depends not only on the tool but also on the machine's chip management.

In centers such as the Vurcon VL-127, we integrate high-pressure (20 bar) through-tool coolant systems. This is not a luxury, it is a necessity: it immediately evacuates chips from the deep hole and cools the cutting edge, multiplying the service life of your drills and preventing breakages that stop production.

Grinding

Traditionally, grinding is a costly, slow finishing process for achieving mirror finishes. But what if you could avoid it?

Thanks to the precision of the preloaded ball screws and the thermal stability of the Vurcon machining centers, many of our customers achieve the required surface finish (Ra) directly on the milling machine or lathe. Eliminating the grinding stage means delivering the part sooner and reducing handling costs.

Practical examples

Theory makes sense when we look at the real applications our customers manufacture every day with Vurcon machinery.

Cylindrical parts

From automotive drive shafts to conveyor belt rollers.

The Vurcon PL-63x1500 lathe is the ideal workhorse for these parts. Its 340 mm swing over the carriage and its automatic gearbox make it possible to machine tough steels with the power needed to remove material quickly, yet with the finesse to leave perfect bearing fits.

Flat surfaces

We are talking about base plates, engine blocks or structural components.

This is where the worktable of the Vurcon VL-106 (600x1200 mm) shines. Flatness is guaranteed by the sturdiness of the cast-iron bed, ensuring that, when machining a large surface, there are no deviations due to the weight of the part itself.

Holes and threads

Valve bodies, flanges or injection molds full of cooling circuits.

The rigid tapping function of our Fanuc and Siemens controls synchronizes spindle rotation and Z-axis feed perfectly. This makes it possible to cut thousands of threads without breaking taps, a critical reliability when the part already has hours of accumulated machining.

Which process should you choose?

The choice depends on the geometry and, above all, on the production volume. But more important than the process is choosing a partner who won't leave you stranded.

We know your biggest fear is a machine standing idle. That is why, at Vurcon, we don't just advise you on whether you need a lathe or a 5-axis center; we guarantee peace of mind:

• 24h response: We stock critical spare parts for immediate shipment.

• Training: We teach your team to get the most out of the machine from day one.

Do you want to analyze the cycle times of your current parts?

Contact our specialists. We will study your drawings and propose the Vurcon solution that will improve your ROI and safeguard your production.