Manufacturing and machining are foundational pillars of modern industry, enabling the transformation of raw materials into functional products and components. Manufacturing refers broadly to the processes used to produce goods, encompassing everything from manual craftsmanship to high-tech automated production lines. Machining, a vital subset of manufacturing, focuses specifically on removing material from a workpiece to achieve desired shapes and dimensions using tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
Together, these disciplines support nearly every sector of the economy—from aerospace and automotive to medical devices and consumer products. As products become more complex and tolerances more demanding, knowledge of machining principles, material behavior, and process control becomes essential for engineers and technicians alike. Understanding how parts are manufactured not only informs better design decisions but also ensures that products are cost-effective, functional, and manufacturable.
