Turning is a machining process. Turning, like other machining processes, is a material removal process. During turning, part of the initial material is removed. The machinery that carry out this process is called turning machine or lathe.

Process steps:

• Load/unload time: 
• Turning time: 
• Tool replacement time: 

During the process operations are carried out inside and outside. These operations are:

• Turning
• Facing
• Grooving
• Cut-off
• Parting
• Threading
• Drilling
• Boring
• Reaming
• Tapping

MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS

The material worked on turning and other machining processes are:

• Carbon steel
• Copper
• Cast Iron
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
• Zinc
• Brass
• Super alloys, etc …