In today’s market, many manufacturers face demand for a wide variety of customized parts in small quantities. CNC lathes tailored for high-mix, low-volume production feature quick-change tooling, intuitive control software, and modular machine components.
This article breaks down how to set up a flexible production cell using CNC lathes. Topics include fixture standardization, barcode-driven part programs, and offline tool presetting. It also examines how digital manufacturing platforms (like MES with order-based scheduling) optimize job routing and reduce changeover times.
