TURNING & MILLING

TURNING AND MILLING ARE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS IN MANUFACTURING TOOLING FOR MEDICAL DEVICES

For medical device components with simple machined features, CNC Turning and Milling satisfy the requirement. Marshall also utilizes CNC turning and milling to produce tooling for medical devices.

Fundamental Elements of Machining

Marshall Manufacturing typically devotes CNC turning or CNC milling to tool-making as well as secondary operations. Most any metal or rigid plastic material can be turned or milled in our equipment.

In-House Tooling

Much of Marshall’s CNC Turning and CNC Milling capabilities are utilized for in-house tool making. Because tooling and fixtures are typically built as a single entity and not in multiples, the components within a custom tool are not made on production equipment. The CNC Turning Center (lathe) and CNC Mill are where our tool-makers build custom tooling, holding fixtures and even complete machines. These part specific tools designed by our engineering department, are the foundation of Marshall’s drive to make quality parts in the most efficient manner possible. This mindset enables our customers to succeed.

CNC Laser Tube Machining

The CNC Milling Process

In the process of CNC Milling, the work-piece (the part being produced) is stationary and is fastened to a movable three-axis table (X – Y – Z). The movable table delivers the work-piece into a rotary drill, tap or cutting tool, in order to remove material from the work-piece. The types and characteristics of an end mill range from a straight flute to a tapered or contoured flute and from a square end to a ball end or bull-nose end. In addition, the CNC mill offers capabilities including, drilling, tapping and boring. Close tolerances are possible while achieving smooth finishes if desired.

Marshall Manufacturing Capabilities - CNC turning machine in tool room

The CNC Turning Process

The process of CNC turning is carried out on a lathe. A stably mounted movable tool on an X – Y axis moves into the turning part. The tool then removes material from the outer diameter of the part. Straight, tapered, and contoured turns can be achieved on a turning lathe. The term “Turning” was given to the process because the part being generated is actually turning. In general, turning uses simple single-point cutting tools.

Our Other Capabilities

swiss machines for fast cycle times

Machining Plastics

We machine components for several filtration companies, utilizing a multitude of plastic materials in a variety of diameters and lengths.

Marshall Manufacturing Capabilities Precision Machining Services - for medical and food processing components

Swiss Machining

Swiss machine are capable of multiple operations, including; turning, milling, drilling, threading and additional operations.

Marshall Manufacturing Capabilities - CNC Laser Welding Capabilities

Laser Welding

CNC Laser Welding is one of many methods Marshall uses for the assembly of components within medical device manufacturing.

CNC Wire EDM generating slots into medical devices

Laser Tube Machining

Marshall offers CNC Laser Tube Machining. As a medical device manufacturer, our machines can produce highly intricate designs.

Marshall Manufacturing Capabilities - CNC Wire EDM

Wire EDM

Within Medical Device Manufacturing, Wire EDM is often utilized for cutting slots and grooves in multiple stacked parts. 

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Medical Assembly

Marshall employs a variety of methods for the assembly of components, including CNC laser welding, press fitting and epoxy.

Marshall Manufacturing Capabilities From Prototype Through Production

From prototype through production, we are customer-focused and provide solutions for challenging components and assemblies. Our engineering knowledge of tool design gives Marshall the ability to find cost-effective solutions for our customer’s specific needs.