Computer Numerical Control
Machinists are very in demand in manufacturing firms. Several decades ago, all
machine parts were cut and made manually by people. It would take a very
skilled machinist several days before he can even make a part using the machines.
However, because computers and machines were merged together plus the help of
CNC, cutting and making a part a machine would take only several hours in a
fast phased system. This is how CNC machining was born.
A
CNC machinist needs formal education and training for them to be skilled in
their respective functions. Because CNC
machinists are very in demand, they also receive very high payment or salary.
When a lot of things became automated, the experts thought that they won't need
as much skill for operating machines from people. However, they later on found
out that it's the other way around. As the machines become more advanced, the
skills needed from people in order for these machines to function perfectly also
increased. The skill sets have increased and the older machinists have retired.
Because of this, being a CNC machinist became very prestigious and is sought
after.
Monitoring
Unlike
before, a CNC machinist in this generation has less workload. He monitors the
overall process of the CNC machines because they already function on their own.
The machinist checks each part that is made by the machine and he also has to
change the G code program so that all parts will be exactly alike. The first
part should match the blueprint accurately. If not, the part may not match the
final assembly or output. Although there is not much leg work, monitoring the
CNC machining process is crucial because there is no room for mistakes or
mismatches.
Setting Up
The
CNC machinist is also the one reliable for setting up the complicated function
and products of the machine. He also selects the tools to be used for the
machine parts. The CNC machinist also keeps the cutting edges sharp for parts
removal. Most people think of CNC machinists as simple button pushers for the
machine to function, but they are not. When setting up the CNC machine, the CNC
machinist deals with a lot of intricate tricks in order to come up with the
best work pieces and exact angles. All
of these tricks are also done using a CNC machine.
Machine Malfunction
The CNC machinist must be very knowledgeable about
the function of the machine. One of his functions is to find solutions once a
machine malfunction happens. Although a scenario like this rarely happens
because everything in the machine is programmed, if a CNC machinist knows what
to do, there would be less hassle and delay for the entire machine process and
even the production of the manufacturing firm.
If you are a CNC machinist and you know a company
that is looking for CNC machining services in the UK, kindly ask them to contact Hemlock Engineering LTD because we would be very happy to respond to
their needs. Thanks for reading!
