Finish Hard Turning & Grinding

Finishing with Hard Turning & Grinding: Hard turning has long been a common practice among many companies for removing material from hardened steel and other challenging-to-machine materials.

While using a standard lathe for hard turning is very common and conventional, some lathe manufacturers have developed machine platforms and processes that rival traditional grinding applications. Thanks to technological advancements in lathe manufacturing and cutting tool inserts, hard turning is increasingly replacing some grinding processes—sometimes even in combination with grinding or even superfinishing.

The benefits of hard turning over grinding include:

Cost Savings: Equipment for hard turning is generally more cost-effective than other material-removal methods like grinding. This translates to significant savings for manufacturing companies.
Skilled Operators: Finding operators proficient in running a lathe is easier compared to locating skilled operators for grinding machines.

At Rey Technologies, we specialize in providing cutting-edge precision lathes that seamlessly complement many precision grinding operations. Our lathes are capable of cutting hardened materials, including carbide, while achieving the same or better surface finishes and dimensional tolerances compared to grinding.