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Machining orthopaedic implants, instruments, and tooling places special demands
on machining centers. Here is what to look for to achieve the highest quality and
most efficient machining processes.

Source: Modern Machine Shop

Source: Modern Machine Shop M achining parts for nically proficient and production cobalt chrome, and stainless steel,
the Orthopaedics in- efficient to remain viable suppliers as well as hard tool steels 60 HRC
dustry is demanding. to this market. and beyond. Here is what Makino
Whether it is joint implants, surgi- Well-known machine tool builder recommends producing these dif-
cal instruments, moulds or forging Makino has specialized in serving ficult parts to the highest levels of
dies, the materials are difficult, the the Medical industry for many quality and efficiency.
geometry is complex, and the qual- years, and along the way has ac-
ity standards are second to none. quired a great depth of process Achieving high-quality
Moreover, the business grows knowledge in 3D machining of surface finishes
more competitive by the day, and common Medical industry ma- Achieving dimensional accura-
manufacturers must be both tech- terials such as titanium alloys, cy is important to a point with

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