Processing metal tubes starts with two major groups of operations: cutting and end-finshing. Many machines can do one of these things well, but not the other. For example, some stationary lathe machines cut metal tubing with a fair degree of accuracy, although vibration tends to be a problem for conventional cut-off lathes, leading to inaccurate cuts and high tool wear. …
In practically any aspect of manufacturing, quality control is the key to continued success. In fact, just about every process handled by machines is likely to include markings, chamfers and burrs. What’s the big deal with chamfers, burrs and other rough surfaces? For starters, workers on down the line of production can easily experience severe injury by handling sharp surfaces. …