Kortzendorf Machine & Tool History Lesson

We occasionally get a phone call regarding some rare repair or fix from a potential client that somewhat misuses terminology in a way that serves to throw us for a loop in quoting the job. That being the case, we think it's a good idea to establish certain language and terms to assure we are all on the same page. So, please consider this an introduction to machine shop terminology, Kortzendorf Style.  Our SERVICES page will serve as the foundation for this discussion and we'll use those terms

Here's one for you:  Which came first, the chicken or the egg?   The reason I start with this age old cunundrum, we periodically get asked which kind of machining technology is better - manual or CNC machines?  And of course our answer is, “There's really no right or wrong answer, it depends on the job.” CNC machines can complete large orders of machined parts quickly and accurately after they have been programmed for a job. Machinists can flip the switch and conveniently leave it running for