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Selecting the appropriate material and grade is among the important early decisions you’ll make when designing your CNC machined component.  In this blog we look at the most common grades of aluminium, one of the most versatile metals, and the factors to consider to select the best grade for your next project.

Exceptional quality isn’t just a ‘nice to have’. As a buyer, you rely on quality components for the reliability, consistency and performance of your product. In this blog we take a look at what good quality assurance looks like, so you can make sure you choose a supplier who will deliver the quality you need.

Discover essential tips for optimising lead times in precision machining, including effective design practices and alternative buying methods. Learn how Penta Precision can streamline your CNC machining projects for faster delivery and improved efficiency.

Sometimes, managing small assemblies of machined components is a real time drain, right when you want to be getting a product ready for sale. Maybe there's a better way?

Among the various types of anodising processes, two prominent methods stand out: Hard Anodising and Sulphuric Acid Anodising. In this blog, we delve into the distinctions of each of these finishing processes, comparing their benefits, common applications, and suitability for CNC machined components.

As a buyer of machined components, cost is probably never far from your mind. In this blog, we break down what a CNC machining quote should cover to help you compare quotes between suppliers in the UK.

There are some design considerations that are specific to cylindrical components that make the machining process easier, and therefore, save money. This blog outlines the top three.

Quality. Everyone wants it but not everyone is getting it. Here we take you through the main things to look for and questions to ask prospective machining suppliers when it comes to quality.

Have you ever marvelled at the sleek finish on your favourite gadgets? This level of finish is achieved from a process that is part science, part artistry. We're talking about plating. In this blog, we take you through what plating actually is, why you might choose plating, the factors that affect the final plating finish, and how you can allow for plating at design stage.