CNC Turning Services for Mining & Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
Frigate manufactures CNC turned metal components engineered for extreme load-bearing applications in mining and heavy equipment systems. Our in-house turning centers ensure dependable dimensional accuracy and repeatability across large part volumes and oversized geometries.
Our Clients
- Machining Efficiency
Reliable Performance Under Load
Our CNC turning setups handle complex surface geometries and maintain concentricity for heavy shafts, couplings, and drive assemblies.
Large-Diameter Boring
We machine bore diameters exceeding 600 mm with stable wall thickness across full length to support rotary drums and bearing seats.
Threaded Shaft Machining
Our tools achieve consistent thread pitch and engagement tolerance for powertrain spindles and threaded cylinder heads.
Long Part Turning
Turning lathes process part lengths over 1,800 mm, minimizing runout and bow during live center operations.
- Process
Our CNC Turning Workflow
Our CNC turning operations integrate feed control, real-time alignment monitoring, and adaptive cutting strategies to match performance standards of off-highway machinery.
Our team designs the part in CAD software with focus on radial symmetry and tool clearance.
CAM software generates toolpaths based on spindle speeds, feed rates, and material hardness.
Operators load the raw bar stock and calibrate live tooling attachments, ensuring optimal alignment.
The part spins while stationary or live tools shape it via precision radial and axial cuts. Also, Our machines track spindle load and thermal drift in real time.
We perform part-off, facing, and secondary polishing before moving to the inspection stage.
Every part undergoes inspection using CMMs and profile projectors to verify dimensional and geometrical tolerances.
- Real Impact
Words from Clients
See how global OEMs and sourcing heads describe their experience with our scalable execution.
“Quick turnaround and solid quality.”
“The instant quote tool saved us time, and the parts were spot-on. Highly recommend Frigate!”
“Great service, fair price, and the parts worked perfectly in our assembly.”
“Top-notch machining and fast shipping. Very satisfied with the results.”
“Frigate delivered high-quality parts at a competitive price. The instant quote tool is a huge plus for us!”
“We appreciate the precision and quality of the machined components in the recent delivery—they meet our specifications perfectly and demonstrate Frigate’s capability for excellent workmanship.”
“Flawless execution from quote to delivery.”
“The precision on these parts is impressive, and they arrived ahead of schedule. Frigate’s process really stands out!”
“Parts were exactly as spec’d, and the instant quote made budgeting a breeze.”
“Good value for the money.”
“The finish was perfect, and the team was easy to work with.”
- Surface Finish
Consistent Finish Across Harsh Duty Parts
Our turning process supports roughness values below Ra 1.6 μm across functional surfaces.
Anodizing
Give your aluminum parts a tough, corrosion-resistant shield with anodizing, reaching surface hardness up to HV 500, while enhancing electrical insulation and durability.
Mechanical Finishing
Smooth out imperfections and refine surfaces to Ra 0.2 µm or better with mechanical finishing techniques like grinding, polishing, and bead blasting.
Heat Treatment
Boost material strength and hardness by heat treating parts at temperatures up to 1100°C, ensuring they meet the mechanical demands of your application.
Electroplating
Add protective or functional metal coatings with electroplating, delivering consistent layers as precise as ±2 µm for improved corrosion resistance and conductivity.
Our Machined Products
We support your production needs with CNC-machined parts, subassemblies, and performance-critical components.
- Metal Grades
CNC Turning Materials
We use industrial-grade alloys and metals engineered for stress, temperature, and wear resistance. Each grade supports reliable field performance across mining assets.
- Yield strength over 700 MPa resists deformation in articulated joints and undercarriage mounts
- Hardness above 200 HB ensures wear resistance for bushings and track interfaces
- Thermal conductivity above 40 W/mK supports heat dissipation in hydraulic enclosures
A2 Tool Steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium steel known for its toughness and wear resistance. It’s ideal for producing durable, high-strength parts that can withstand heavy use.
Aluminum is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal with good machinability. Because of its strength-to-weight ratio, it’s commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and various industrial applications.
Brass is a copper-zinc alloy known for its machinability and corrosion resistance. It’s used for components requiring precise detailing and good mechanical properties.
Bronze is a copper-tin alloy with excellent wear resistance and strength. It’s often used for bushings, bearings, and other friction-prone components.
Cast Iron is known for its high wear resistance and machinability. It’s used in heavy-duty applications such as machinery parts and engine components.
Copper offers excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. It’s used in applications requiring heat dissipation or electrical conductivity, such as electronic components.
Steel is a versatile material known for its strength and durability. It’s used in various applications, from construction to automotive parts.
Titanium is a lightweight, high-strength metal with excellent corrosion resistance. It’s used in aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance engineering applications.
Stainless Steel offers high corrosion resistance and strength. It’s widely used in applications ranging from kitchen equipment to industrial machinery.
Zinc is a ductile and corrosion-resistant metal known for its excellent machinability, especially in its alloy forms. It's often used for components requiring intricate details, good surface finish, and precise dimensions, commonly found in automotive, hardware, and electrical applications.
- Fit-Up Accuracy
Machining Outcomes for Mining Applications
Our setup focuses on mechanical fit consistency for large rotating components, couplings, and load transfer structures.
- Supports shaft lengths over 1,800 mm without taper drift
- Enables concentricity control within 0.02 mm on rotary mating faces
- Maintains keyway width tolerance within ±0.01 mm for gearbox interfacing
- Accommodates press-fit bores with repeatable shrink-fit clearances
- Produces mounting plates with true flatness below 0.05 mm deviation
- Certification Standards
Compliance for CNC Turning Services
Frigate’s CNC turning operations conform to international quality systems and sector-specific protocols for mining-grade parts. Our internal reviews, documentation practices, and equipment validation plans meet traceability standards for each batch. Each output aligns with expected load, wear, and functional safety benchmarks required by mining industry specifications.
- Applies serialized part identification across high-load structural assemblies
- Maintains step-by-step process records for dimensionally controlled items
- Confirms chemical composition and mechanical specs through mill cert cross-verification
Follows structured quality processes to ensure repeatability and traceable results.
Applies advanced product quality planning for high-performance drivetrain parts.
Ensures conformity of turning output for exported mining support components.
Supports safety and electrical standards for enclosures and connectors.
Limits hazardous substances for equipment used in environmentally regulated zones.
Covers non-destructive testing and process audits for critical turned components.
Extends process discipline and audit control from aerospace into off-road heavy applications.
- We export to 12+ countries
Frigate’s Global Presence
Frigate takes pride in facilitating “Make in India for the globe“. As our global network of Frigaters provides virtually limitless capacity, and through our IoT enabled platform your parts go directly into production. By digitally and technologically enabling “the silent pillars of the economy” MSME and SME manufacturing industries, we are able to tap the huge potential for manufacturing to bring the best results for our clients.
100,000+
Parts Manufactured
250+
Frigaters
2000+
Machines
450+
Materials
25+
Manufacturing Process
- Quality Assurance Protocols
Quality Testing Standards for CNC Turning Services
To measure the roundness of cylindrical features, ensuring they meet tolerance requirements.
To check internal surfaces for flatness, critical for sealing and assembly purposes.
To identify burrs or sharp edges that may affect assembly or safety.
To ensure that complex profiles (e.g., contours, curves) conform to design specifications.
To check the topography and texture of the surface, ensuring it meets the required specifications for function or aesthetics.
To verify that the surface hardness depth meets the required specifications for wear resistance.
To measure internal stresses that could lead to deformation or failure during or after machining.
To verify grain structure, inclusions, and material consistency, ensuring the part meets performance requirements.
- Delivered CNC Turned Parts
Heavy-Duty Precision Parts
We apply closed-loop machining logic and custom fixtures to meet the precision demands of mining OEMs. View finished parts engineered to withstand high-cycle loading, abrasion, and torque transmission.
Other Industries We Serve
We deliver machining support across sectors that require consistency, material reliability, and tight dimensional control.
- Solid Progress
Our Manufacturing metrics
Frigate brings stability, control, and predictable performance to your sourcing operations through a structured multi-vendor system.
2.8X
Sourcing Cycle Speed
Frigate’s pre-qualified network shortens decision time between RFQ and PO placement.
94%
On-Time Delivery Rate
Structured planning windows and logistics-linked schedules improve project-level delivery reliability.
4X
Multi-Part Consolidation
We enable part family batching across suppliers to reduce fragmentation.
22%
Quality Rejection Rate
Multi-level quality checks and fixed inspection plans lower non-conformities.
30%
Procurement Costs
Optimized supplier negotiations and bulk order strategies reduce your overall sourcing expenses.
20%
Manual Processing Time
Automation of sourcing and supplier management significantly reduces time spent on manual tasks.
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- FAQ
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Frigate uses synchronized live tooling and dual-point steady rests to reduce bending during rotation. Each machine configures dynamic tailstock pressure and thermal drift compensation to handle shafts over 1,800 mm in length. Post-turning, concentricity and straightness are verified through dual-axis laser profiling. This maintains axial load reliability for shafts used in crawler tracks and articulated frame systems.
Frigate deploys adaptive facing cycles using rigid turret-mounted tools paired with programmable feed variation. Flatness feedback is captured mid-cycle using capacitive probes that trigger auto-adjustments. Final surfaces are validated through grid-based CMM mapping across the flange diameter. This process maintains true flatness under 0.05 mm, ensuring uniform torque distribution and leak-free sealing in hydraulic systems.
Frigate machines threads using constant-lead control and synchronized feed-to-spindle mapping. Cutting passes are tracked via load monitoring to prevent chip buildup and pitch deviation. Each finished thread undergoes inspection using dual-crest gauges and digital optical comparators. This ensures zero backlash and full torque transfer integrity within drive train locking systems.
Frigate uses adjustable jaw chucks with segmented grip zones to distribute holding pressure across the circumference. Clamping forces are simulated beforehand using stress zone models for each housing design. During turning, workpiece integrity is preserved through low-rpm engagement and vibration-dampened feed profiles. This results in stable form retention for motor casings and actuator housings.
Frigate applies final-pass skimming under controlled coolant flow to maintain uniform tool-chip interface. Each sealing face is measured using white light interferometry to detect peaks, valleys, and waviness beyond visual inspection. Surfaces are approved only if Ra remains below 1.6 μm and lay pattern meets sealing spec. This ensures reliable face-mating performance under cyclic high-pressure pump conditions.
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LOCATIONS
Global Sales Office
818, Preakness lane, Coppell, Texas, USA – 75019
Registered Office
10-A, First Floor, V.V Complex, Prakash Nagar, Thiruverumbur, Trichy-620013, Tamil Nadu, India.
Operations Office
9/1, Poonthottam Nagar, Ramanandha Nagar, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore-641035, Tamil Nadu, India. ㅤ
Other Locations
- Bhilai
- Chennai
- Texas, USA
