Numerical Control (NC) is the original term for this technology. It is now interchangeable with the term Computer Numerical Control (CNC).
NC has been one of the most important developments in manufacturing over the last 50 years, developing :
New production techniques
Increasing product quality
Reducing costs
Main advantages of NC equipment
DESIGN ADVANTAGES
Accurate prototypes
Specification compliance
Reduced difficulty in manufacturing parts
ADVANTAGES IN MANUFACTURING
Enables better planning of operations
Increased machining flexibility
Reduced programming time
Improved process control and machining times
Reduced tooling costs
Increased user safety
Reduced material flow time
Reduced workpiece handling
Increased productivity
Increased accuracy
Applications
Milling
Turning
Drilling
Grinding
Bending
Punching
Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
Inspection (Coordinate Machine)
