Prototypes can be found just about anywhere you find innovation. That’s certainly been the case with the military and defence industries. Even when the powers-that-be have resisted using prototypes, they keep demonstrating their value. In the defence industry, prototypes have had a complicated history. Contractors often opposed competitive prototyping because
A cleanroom is a super-sanitized space designed to keep contamination at bay by reducing particles, bacteria, and pollutants to an absolute minimum. Sticking to strict cleaning rules in these environments is non-negotiable. For industries like aerospace and defence, where even the tiniest particle can jeopardize the reliability of a finished
CNC machining has long been the cornerstone for industries requiring precision-manufactured parts. However, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics in CNC machining promises to redefine efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. From aerospace and defence to advanced manufacturing, there’s a growing push to adopt intelligent systems that boost performance and
Your company’s new product will require CNC machining services. It’s on you to find the machine shop that best fits your needs. The catch? It’s not always obvious which partner will deliver the right combination of precision, reliability, and value. Imagine you’re preparing to launch a new product that relies
Ben Machine’s Supply Chain Disruption Strategies Purchasing managers across industries in Canada and beyond have been truly challenged by the supply chain disruptions brought about by the 2020 global pandemic. With clogged ports causing delays, hikes in raw materials threatening bottom lines, and break downs in established reliable supply chains,
Your company’s new product will require CNC machining services. It’s on you to find the machine shop that best fits your needs. The catch? It’s not always obvious which partner will deliver the right combination of precision, reliability, and value. Imagine you’re preparing to launch a new product that relies
Computer numerical control (CNC) machining is widely recognized as a rewarding, high-demand skilled trade, offering strong job security, competitive pay, and significant opportunities for advancement.
Ontario has a strong reputation as one of the aerospace industry leaders in Canada and globally. The sector contributes around $6.5 billion annually to the
CNC prototyping plays a vital role in the defence sector by enabling precise and rapid development of complex parts. CNC machining offers an opportunity to
A shift is occurring in CNC manufacturing processes. Versatile high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) production is moving to replace some of the large-scale repetitive product processes. Flexibility
At Ben Machine, we prioritize design for manufacturability (DFM) to optimize product design, making machining easier, more efficient, and more cost-effective, while maintaining functionality and
Navigating the CNC industry during economic uncertainty demands precision beyond machining operations. Efficient practices–from streamlining workflows to optimizing costs and resources–help safeguard profitability and resilience
Many CNC machine shops focus on the high-volume production market. They search for orders yielding 10,000 parts per year or more. However, Ben Machine is
In industries like aerospace, cleanrooms are crucial for manufacturing, providing a controlled environment with ultra-low airborne particle levels. Since even the smallest contaminants can lead
It’s nearly impossible to overstate aluminum’s role in CNC machined electronics. After all, CNC machining helps to manufacture components for a wide range of everyday
Heat management in electronic devices is challenging due to their increasing power density and miniaturization. As electronic components become more compact and powerful, they generate
