Manual milling services and manual turning services for prototypes, simple parts, and small-batch work.
There are situations where manual machining is a better fit than CNC machining, particularly for simple parts or prototypes where the setup time for CNC programming isn't justified. Total Manufacturing can offer manual milling services and manual turning services performed by skilled machinists and manual machinists who manually control cutting speeds, feeds, and tool movement throughout the machining process. Our manual lathes, also used as lathing machines, and manual milling machines are used for removing material to tight tolerances on small-batch and prototype parts, supporting precision machining that complements CNC machining and CNC turning when a project calls for both approaches.
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Large structural bases for custom machinery and industrial equipment.
Custom welded structures produced to drawing requirements.
Custom fixtures and tooling for production applications.
Custom housings produced to customer drawings and specifications.
Precision shafts for rotating equipment and mechanical systems.
Custom machined plates, including large-format components.
From common steels and aluminum to high-temperature and exotic alloys, we regularly machine a broad range of materials for demanding programs.
Stainless Steel · Precipitation-Hardening Stainless Steel
Carbon Steel · Alloy Steel · HSLA Steel
Aluminum alloys
Titanium alloys
Nickel Alloys · Inconel
Copper · Brass · Bronze · Aluminum Bronze · Silicon Bronze
Specialty Alloys · Exotic Metals
We approach every project with a commitment to precision, consistency, and workmanship.
In-process checks help keep work aligned with drawings and specifications through final inspection.
CMMs, optical comparators, and manual gaging help verify critical dimensions and complex part geometry.
Material traceability is maintained throughout production to support regulated work and audit readiness.
Quality records are managed alongside production to support customer, compliance, and program needs.
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Manual machining can often reduce lead times for prototypes and simple parts, since it skips the programming and setup required for CNC machining. This makes it a practical option for one-off parts, small-batch runs, or quick turnarounds where CNC setup time isn't justified.
Yes. Manual machining can be combined with CNC milling, CNC turning, grinding, fabrication, and inspection within the same facility. This flexibility is useful for projects that need a mix of quick, hands-on work and precision CNC processes.
Yes. Total Manufacturing has four press brakes available for parts that require bending or formed features. Bending can be coordinated with manual or CNC machining when a part needs both formed and machined geometry.
Yes. Our tool room supports both manual milling and manual turning, with one manual vertical mill and four manual lathes. These capabilities are used for prototypes and simple parts that benefit from direct machinist control.
Manual machining is often a better fit for prototypes, straightforward parts, and small-batch work where quick setup and direct machinist control are more practical than CNC programming. Skilled machinists can adjust tool movement, cutting speeds, and feeds throughout the operation. Total Manufacturing's tool room supports both manual milling and manual turning machining capabilities for this type of work.
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