For decades, bathroom fittings were largely produced using casting and manual machining. Casting provided the rough shape of faucets or valve bodies, while manual turning and drilling completed the functional details. While effective for its time, this method revealed several limitations:
Inconsistency – Manual machining depends heavily on operator skill, leading to variability in product dimensions.
Low throughput – Skilled operators can only handle a limited number of parts per shift.
Rework and waste – Dimensional errors result in rejected parts, wasted materials, and increased costs.
Surface finishing challenges – Manual processes often leave rough surfaces that require extensive polishing.
As global demand accelerated and quality standards tightened, these inefficiencies became increasingly unacceptable. Manufacturers realized they needed a solution that combined speed, repeatability, and accuracy.
CNC machining answered that call. By replacing manual handling with computer-controlled processes, CNC lathes introduced:
Automated precision – Micron-level tolerances consistently achieved across thousands of parts.
Higher productivity – Automated cycles and tool changes dramatically increased throughput.
Design flexibility – Engineers could easily adapt CNC programs to new product designs.
Cost efficiency – Reduced scrap rates and faster cycles lowered overall production costs.
In effect, CNC technology shifted bathroom hardware from a labor-intensive craft to an industrialized precision sector capable of competing on a global scale.
