A modern turning service is a structured process that guides the client company from personalized consultancy to on-time delivery of the parts. The actual production phase, managed with automatic lathes and latest-generation CNC machines, integrates with design, technical support, additional processing, just-in-time delivery, and inventory management.
Technical consultancy and turning services
An efficient turning service starts from a technical and consultative approach. A specialized turning company does not simply execute the received technical drawing: it analyzes and optimizes it, suggesting changes that can simplify the process and reduce costs without compromising quality or functionality. Often, small modifications allow for shorter machining times or the use of more cost-effective materials while maintaining the same mechanical performance.
Consultancy also includes selecting the most suitable material based on machinability, resistance, and cost, with an approach oriented towards efficient and sustainable production.
The turning service is complemented by additional processes, such as high-level cleaning and degreasing of parts, heat or surface treatments, grinding, lapping, and certified dimensional checks.
Turning and just-in-time delivery
A turning company is not limited to producing metal small parts. It acts as a technical and production partner, supporting the client at every stage, from design to delivery. The Just in Time model allows for planning each job based on actual demand, optimizing time and inventory. This means on-time deliveries, reduced lead times, and the ability to quickly adapt to design changes, new versions, or unexpected needs.
A just-in-time turning service requires organization, technology, and control: a well-structured raw materials warehouse, planning systems to monitor priorities and workloads, and a flexible production department capable of rapid setup changes. The process is completed by rigorous quality controls, ensuring dimensional consistency, material traceability, and constant compliance with customer requirements.
Sarbo: your partner for turning services
Reliability, precision, and technology are the hallmarks of Sarbo. Thanks to state-of-the-art machinery, the company provides an automatic turning service capable of supporting businesses in the production of high-quality turned small metal parts. Production performance is constantly monitored through the OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) system, which allows real-time analysis of plant efficiency and timely intervention to improve performance. Machining processes follow the principles of Lean Production and Six Sigma methodology, aiming to reduce waste, optimize costs, and maintain high quality standards.
Sarbo guarantees complete support: from the initial technical consultancy to just-in-time delivery, ensuring the collaboration of a partner with in-depth knowledge of production processes, material characteristics, and supply chain requirements.
Sarbo’s CNC turning service also includes customized packaging based on each customer’s needs, scheduled material storage to ensure constant component availability, and a logistics system capable of guaranteeing fast and on-time deliveries in real time.
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