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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 newsrelease on our website and email newsletter, please feel free to contact Joanne McIntyre.

Buehler with WMG open a new European Solutions Centre

Buehler with WMG open a new European Solutions Centre

Buehler ITW Test & Measurement, a leading manufacturer of instruments, consumables and accessories for metallography and materials analysis, has opened a new European Solutions Centre in a collaborative venture with Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) with over 600 staff and a strong relation with over 1000 global companies, offering support to over 1800 SMEs through dedicated programmes.

ATI to sell its Cast Products business to CPP

Allegheny Technologies Incorporated recently announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Cast Products business to Consolidated Precision Products Corp.
ATI announces Diane Creel as independent Board Chair

ATI announces Diane Creel as independent Board Chair

Allegheny Technologies Incorporated announced that at the conclusion of its 2019 Annual Meeting recently, Diane C. Creel became independent Board Chair upon the retirement of Executive Chairman Richard J.
Sandvik Machining Solutions appoints new president

Sandvik Machining Solutions appoints new president

Lars Bergström, currently Senior Strategy Advisor and Vice President Sandvik Machining Solutions, has been appointed Acting President of Sandvik Machining Solutions.
Changbao orders PQF seamless tube plant from SMS group

Changbao orders PQF seamless tube plant from SMS group

Jiangsu ChangBao Precision Steel Tube Co., Ltd based in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, has awarded SMS group the contract to supply a new, state-of-the-art PQF®(Premium Quality Finishing) seamless tube plant and related automation.
Angus 3D brings metal 3D printing to the UK market

Angus 3D brings metal 3D printing to the UK market

A sector-leading Scots 3D printing start-up is starting to help deliver the up to £1bn potential benefits to the Scottish economy by producing its first pieces using the UK’s first commercially-available Markforged Metal-X metal printer.
Gabbioneta way to Additive Manufacturing

Gabbioneta way to Additive Manufacturing

The term “additive manufacturingâ€? encompasses many technologies; 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, Direct Digital Manufacturing, layered manufacturing and additive fabrication.

Sandvik acquires US based Dura-Mill

Sandvik Coromant, a division within Sandvik Machining Solutions, has reached an agreement to acquire the privately owned US-based company Dura-Mill Inc.
BAHCO – proud sponsor of Machining World 2019

BAHCO – proud sponsor of Machining World 2019

It may still be a full year before the inaugural Machining World Exhibition takes place in Maastricht, the Netherlands, but Hans Heiden, Bandsaw Business Development Manager at BAHCO,  is already looking forward to the event.
APWORKS launches AMXpert; industrial 3D Printing Hub

APWORKS launches AMXpert; industrial 3D Printing Hub

APWORKS, an industry provider of 3D printing services and products, has launched AMXpert, a new online platform, software solution, and 3D printing market place for additively manufactured metal parts.


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 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.