Machining

Stainless Steel Machining

Stainless steel, renowned for its durability and corrosion resistance, presents unique challenges and opportunities in the machining realm. In this intricate dance of cutting tools and metal, each pass shapes the future of intricate components and robust structures. This category page provides news and articles on fabricating and machining stainless steels, unveiling the secrets to achieving optimal results. From understanding the material’s characteristics and selecting the right tools to mastering cutting or polishing techniques.

Stainless Steel Machining and fabrication news

Below you can read product news from companies specializing in machines and tooling for the manufacture, fabrication, processing and finishing of stainless steels. If you wish to include your news release on our website and email newsletter, please feel free to contact the editor.

Okuma meets corporate requirements with MA-8000H

By introducing the new horizontal MA-8000H machining centre on the market, Okuma is able to optimally meet corporate requirements for automated manufacturing solutions for...

Horn extends its range to enable milling of small holes

Horn has extended its range of products to enable circular interpolation milling of holes down to 8 mm in diameter. With its triple-edged 304...

Tenova receives order for new WBF for JUSL

Tenova Italimpianti, the technologies and equipment supplier for the world of industrial furnaces, recently received a contract for a new

Nova Metale announces its investment plans

Nova Metale has announced its investment plans. The company will expand its equipment resources with two new machines for laser cutting of stainless steel and aluminum sheets in November this year.

Karl Roll develops FlexJet HD for deburring & cleaning

With the new high-pressure water jet deburring system FlexJet HD, Karl Roll has developed an efficient solution for deburring and cleaning in one work step.

Guild to supply fiber laser welder to a Steel Producer

Guild International announced that they have been chosen to supply a state-of-the-art fiber laser welder for a new direct rolling, annealing and pickling line being built for one of the largest steel producers in the world.

Narrow Body Flange Facing Machine

KRAIS presents a next flange facing hit: NBFF* – the flange facing machine with a slim line gantry profile for mounting in tight spaces.

Neles delivers first valve with 3D printed valve body

Neles has delivered its first valve with a 3D-printed valve body for field testing. Except for the body, the valve is a standard T5-series ball valve made of stainless steel.

Precision coolant improves quality in steel turning

The objective of every manufacturing company is to satisfy its customers by delivering workpieces to the right quality, on time, and at optimal cost. Here, Staffan Lundström, Product Manager at Sandvik Coromant explains why cost-efficiency and quality in steel turning means precision — particularly in the choice of coolant.

Okuma offers automation with GENOS L3000-e STANDROID

Okuma is now offering a new combination of lathe and robot system. Users can benefit from a flexible automation solution with impressive cutting performance on the entry-level model GENOS L3000-e STANDROID.


Stainless steel can be machined using a variety of methods depending on the specific type of stainless steel and the desired outcome. Here are some common methods of machining stainless steel:

Turning: This involves rotating the stainless steel workpiece on a lathe and using a cutting tool to remove material from the surface.

Milling: This involves using a milling machine to remove material from the surface of the stainless steel workpiece using a rotating cutting tool.

Drilling: This involves using a drill bit to create holes in the stainless steel workpiece.

Grinding: This involves using a grinding wheel or other abrasive tool to remove material from the surface of the stainless steel workpiece.

EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining): This involves using stainless steel electrodes and a small electrical charge to erode material from the surface of the stainless steel workpiece.

Laser Cutting: This involves using a high-powered laser to cut through the stainless steel workpiece.

It’s worth noting that machining stainless steel can be more challenging than machining other metals due to its hardness, toughness, and tendency to work-harden. Therefore, it’s important to use appropriate cutting tools and machining parameters to ensure a high-quality finished product.