Manufacturing engineers in the automotive industry have tried almost everything to extract the last drops of productivity from their conventional turning processes. Although these processes are evolving by making small gains on an almost constant basis, a new breakthrough looks set to help turning shops take a giant leap forward. PrimeTurning from Sandvik Coromant, with its radical take on turning conventions, offers clear and significant opportunities for manufacturers tasked with the external turning of steel parts in high volumes. PrimeTurning can not only address many of the common challenges faced by automotive OEMs and suppliers, but also provide significant competitive gains.
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