15/12/2025

Sectors and Applications of Precision Mechanical Turning

Precision mechanical machining is at the heart of modern industry. From the production of micro-components for hydraulic systems to parts for the automotive sector, mechanical turning is the foundation of manufacturing processes that demand maximum accuracy, reliability, and consistent quality.

In this article, we explore what mechanical machining entails, which industrial sectors rely on it, and how Guerrini Lauro stands out thanks to its expertise in automatic and precision mechanical turning.
 

• What Is Mechanical Machining and What Does Turning Mean?
• Industries That Require Precision Mechanical Machining
• Guerrini Lauro: Automatic and Mechanical Turning for the Precision Industry
• Precision, Quality, and Customization: Guerrini Lauro’s Values

 

What Is Mechanical Machining and What Does Turning Mean?

Mechanical machining is an industrial process that transforms raw materials—such as steel, brass, or aluminum—into finished components with precise shapes and dimensions through controlled material removal.

The main techniques include:

• Turning, which allows the production of cylindrical or conical parts using rotating tools;
• Milling, to obtain flat or shaped surfaces;
• Drilling, to create cavities or functional housings.

Precision turning is a highly specialized branch of mechanical engineering: through automatic and CNC lathes, it enables the production of turned parts with extremely tight tolerances, ensuring repeatability, surface finish, and consistent quality.

This technology is essential in sectors where safety, durability, and component reliability are critical.
 

Industries That Require Precision Mechanical Machining

Precision mechanical machining is demanded across a wide range of industrial sectors.
Key examples include:

• Automotive
  In the automotive sector, precision equals safety. Turned components are used in engines, transmissions, supports, and braking systems, where even minimal dimensional variations can compromise vehicle performance.
• Hydraulics and Valves
  Precision machining is applied in the production of valves and hydraulic systems, essential for fluid control in industrial plants. These components require materials resistant to pressure and corrosion, as well as strict dimensional control.
• Mechanical and Plant Engineering
  The mechanical industry relies on turned parts to produce components for complex industrial machinery, ensuring reliability and long-term durability. The energy and thermohydraulic sectors also demand robust and precise parts capable of withstanding high temperatures and pressures.
• Food and Faucetry
  In these sectors, material certification is crucial: components must meet hygiene standards and guarantee contamination-free performance. Machining must also be flawless both aesthetically and functionally.

In all these industries, precision mechanical turning is key to producing high-performance, durable, and safe products.
 

Guerrini Lauro: Automatic and Mechanical Turning for the Precision Industry

For over forty years, Guerrini Lauro has been a benchmark in automatic and precision mechanical turning.
Thanks to a state-of-the-art machine park and a skilled technical team, the company can produce highly precise turned components for a variety of industrial sectors:

• Fittings: parts for hydraulic systems and piping, with high standards of sealing and reliability.
• Automotive: mechanical components for engines and support systems, produced according to the strictest industry standards.
• Valves and Hydraulics: turned components resistant to pressure and corrosion.
• Mechanical Engineering: parts for complex industrial machinery, manufactured with extreme precision.
• Plant and Energy Systems: components for thermal plants and energy systems, optimized for resistance and efficiency.
• Food and Faucetry: certified elements for food contact, made with safe and high-performance materials.

The company works with materials such as steel, special alloys, brass, and aluminum, selected to ensure the best performance based on the application.
 

Precision, Quality, and Customization: Guerrini Lauro’s Values

Every component produced by Guerrini Lauro is the result of passion, control, and technology.
Key distinguishing features include:

• Precision and accuracy: tight tolerances and meticulous attention to detail;
• Certified quality control: constant checks at every stage of production;
• Customized machining: tailor-made solutions for the specific needs of each sector.

With an excellence-driven approach and collaboration with top suppliers, Guerrini Lauro delivers high-quality results in every project, becoming a reliable partner for those seeking bespoke precision mechanical machining.